Is it possible to go on safari in south africa in december?

Also, any other pointers for traveling there during that time of year would be greatly appreciated.
My best friend and I are thinking of going on Safari next December, and I was wondering if that is a good time of year to go on Safari? Thank you.

Just to add to the above answer. There are some malaria free parks that you can visit if you do not want to take medication. Madikwe and Pilansberg for example are really nice big five reserves, although not as big as Kruger. Kruger is the largest National park and is mostly self drive (although the camps do offer drives and sometimes walks at an additional fee) and self catering (there are some small shops and restaurants depending on the camp) There are a variety of private camps as well. Pilansberg is also self drive with the option of drives from the rangers at an additional fee. Madikwe is not self drive so you have to be with a ranger — it is a more pricey option though.

Here is a list of national parks (see link) you can also find lots of other info on that site, including info on malaria, best times to go etc December can be very hot and the foliage should be full at that time of year making it a bit more challenging to find animals but not that much more. Just use all your senses and you should spot them (i.e. when you are in the park if you are doing a self drive don’t drive with your windows up and the radio on) And another thing if you want to do a self drive get full insurance cover at the car rental agency (it won’t be expensive and it will save you worrying if you do mess up the car on the dirt roads in the park, there are some tar roads but not all)

Madikwe and Pilansberg are both North West Parks (provincial not national)

wherever you decide to go enjoy it!

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