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Skukuza experiences a hot, sub-tropical climate, with temperatures ranging from 7 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius. The winter months (May to June) offer astounding wildlife viewing as the vegetation thins and animals emerge, congregating around rivers and waterholes. Temperatures range from 9 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius. Mosquitoes and crowds are scarce during these months. The hot and humid summer months (November and December) are saturated with rain and thundershowers. Many animals give birth during these months, offering a rare, electrifying chance to witness the first steps of young animals. Temperatures range from 16 degrees Celsius to 34 degrees Celsius. Dramatic bird migrations lace the skies from January to April, offering exceptional bird-watching.

Skukuza is a safe town. However, there are certain precautions and restrictions when it comes to the animals, as they are wild and can be dangerous.

Unless in a designated viewing area, all visitors must remain in their vehicles. This includes not allowing body parts to protrude from the vehicle. Vehicle doors should be closed at all times. Stick to the speed limit while driving through the reserve. 50km/h on tar roads and 40km/h on gravel roads. Driving “off-road” or on roads affixed with “no entry” signs is prohibited.

The Kruger National Park is a risk area for malaria. Precautions should be taken to avoid bites, and anti-malarial medication should be taken before, during and after your trip.

Nestled along the banks of the Sabie River or lost in the wild tangles of the Kruger grassland, accommodation in Skukuza offers a unique chance to experience the wildness of the African bush. Carefully designed and beautifully furnished, each establishment suffuses traditional safari rusticism with cosmopolitan luxury.

Safari tents resting on wooden stilts boast magnificent views of the surrounding wilderness; camping and caravan sites give you a chance to feel the gentle caress of one of the most sacred parts of Africa; guest houses offer up irresistible comfort and indulgence; and riverside bungalows whisper of unparalleled intimacy with nature and romantic starry nights.

Some memorable experiences include: outdoor showers, candlelit dining beneath the stars and ancient trees, decadent open air massages beside the Sabie River, and unforgettable open air tree house rooms.

Although there are car hire facilities at Skukuza Camp and self-driving is always a great option, guided tours and walking tours offer unbelievable opportunities to marvel at the landscape and search the plains for animal life. These are conducted by experienced and knowledgeable guides, who are familiar with the land and the behaviour of the animals.

If you decide to venture out on your own, familiarise yourself with the designated self-drive routes and rules and recommendations for self-drive safaris.