General Information

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Climate

The climate in the area is subtropical with warm summers and mild, dry winters.

Summer is from September to March with average temperatures between 24°C and 38°C.

The warmest months are usually December, January and February. Summer is typically the rainy season with warm days and nights and occasional thunderstorms. Average summer rainfall is 500mm.

Winter is from April to August with average temperatures between 7°C and 24°C.

The coolest months are usually June and July. Winter is dry with generally very moderate daytime temperatures but cool early mornings and evenings. The campfire typically provides adequate heat for the evenings activities.

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What to bring

In order to make your stay as enjoyable as possible, we suggest you consider bringing the following:

• Binoculars
• Camera
• Torch
• Sunglasses
• Bush clothing (hat, bush jacket, and in winter warm clothes, beanies and gloves)
• Comfortable walking shoes (for bush walks)
• Swimming costume
• Light raincoat
• Hair dryer
• Personal toiletries
• Sunscreen
• Malaria precautions (ask your physician)
• Insect repellant
• Medication
• First-aid kit
• Reference books - fauna and flora
• Cards / games

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Wildlife

Download a bird list of the area.

Download a mammal list of the area.

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Activities in the area

Please note that guests will need to make their own arrangements to take part in the activities outside the reserve.

Micro light flights
Airborne African Adventure – Tel: 078 417 6518

Golf
Hans Merensky Golf Club – Tel: 015 781 3931/7

Hot air ballooning
Sun Catchers – Tel: 087 806 2079

Moholoholo Rehab Centre
Tel: 015 795 5236

River rafting and quad bike trails
Blyde River Adventures – Tel: 072 260 4212

Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
Tel: 015 793 1633

Kruger Park day tours
www.sanparks.org.za