Hwange National Park
Situated on the eastern edge of the Kalahari Desert, Hwange is Zimbabwe’s premier wildlife area and the dry home to one of the densest concentrations of game in Africa. Its ecological diversity guarantees large numbers of game year-round along with excellent birding.
What Will I See?
- Massive herds of elephant, buffalo and sable antelope
- White and black rhino
- High concentrations of predator species including lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena
- Large population of African wild dog
- Over 400 bird species
What Can I Do?
- Game drives
- Walking safaris
- Horseback safaris
- Cultural village visits
When Should I Go?
- Dry Season: from July through September; temperatures are hot during the day but can drop to below freezing at night. Animals concentrate around man-made waterholes.
- Rainy Season: The area has a relatively low average rainfall of between 22-25 inches per year; daytime temperatures can reach over 100°F, but on average they range from 65-83°F; birdlife is most spectacular at this time and the vegetation is lush and photogenic.
