Seasons

Temperature and seasons

  • Any time of the year is a good time to visit Bushstoep Game Lodge.
    Spring and summer are our rainy seasons and the bush is lush and green.
    Many animals give birth at this time of the year and summer visiting migrant bird species can also be seen.

 

Average Temperatures

Spring ( September to November )

  • Minimum : +/- 18 Degrees Celsius
  • Maximum : +/- 30 Degrees Celsius

 

Summer ( December to February )

  • Minimum : +/- 20 Degrees Celsius
  • Maximum : +/- 35 Degrees Celsius

 

Autumn ( March to May )

  • Autumn and Winter are dry and the bush is less dense, which makes game viewing easier. Animals visit the waterhole in front of the camp more often, due to the lack of abundant water in the bush.
  • Minimum : +/- 15 Degrees Celsius
  • Maximum : +/- 28 Degrees Celsius

 

Winter ( June to August )

  • Minimum : +/- 12 Degrees Celsius
  • Maximum : +/- 25 Degrees Celsius

What to bring :

  • Informal and comfortable clothes
  • A windbreaker or warm jacket for winter and night safaris
  • A raincoat/waterproof for summer months
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Swimming costume
  • Sun Block & Sunglasses
  • Binoculars and a camera/video camera

 

Please note that we are situated in a malaria area. We recommend that you consult your physician for the necessary precautions before travelling.