WHAT TO PACK

DECEMBER – FEBRUARY

Summer is our rainy season and we experience some of the most breath-taking thunderstorms in the Southern Hemisphere, which can continue for 10 minutes or up to 2 hours. As Dinokeng is a semi-arid area, with an average annual rainfall of only 500mm, it does not typically rain every day and thunderstorms generally occur in the afternoons. Daytime temperatures can vary from 25°C to 40°C, with an average of 31°C. Recommended Clothing: Light cotton / linen fabrics are recommended for the hot daytime temperatures and a light jumper for the game drives. Short trousers, summer dresses, swimming trunks / costume and open toe sandals are recommended.

MARCH – MAY

One can still expect some rainfall in Autumn, but much less than in summer time. By now, the daytime temperatures have dropped down to 20°C, with a maximum of 31°C. The early morning and afternoon game drives are a little cooler, but we do provide cozy blankets on game drives for extra comfort.

Recommended clothing:
Light summer clothing will still be required, but we recommend a warm jumper, long trousers and closed shoes for the game drives which can be a little cooler.

JUNE – AUGUST

Winter in Dinokeng boasts lovely warm days with temperatures between 15°C and 25°C – much like European Summer temperatures! By now, the early morning and afternoon game drive temperatures have dropped and can be as low as 10°C to 0°C on some mornings, with an average of 6°C.

Recommended Clothing:
Long trousers, long sleeve shirt, jumper, closed shoes and a warm jacket, scarf, gloves and a woolly hat for the cooler game drives is recommended, as well as some lighter clothing for the warmer daytime temperatures.

All Year Round Necessities

  • Sun hat
  • Sun glasses
  • Sun block & lip balm
  • Closed shoes for bush walks
  • Camera with extra film / memory card
  • Extra batteries / charger

SEPTEMBER – NOVEMBER

There is a definite change in temperature and, although the early morning and afternoon game drives still present a chill, midday temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C with an average of 25°C most days. Recommended Clothing: Trousers and a warm jacket are still required for the game drives, but lighter clothing can be worn during the warmer midday temperatures. Both closed shoes and sandals will be useful.