South Africa is a vast country and the best time of the year to visit depends on what you have planned and where you’re travelling to. For safaris it’s June to September, the dry winter months when bush coverage is more sparse and it’s easier to spot the wildlife. The best time to visit Cape Town is usually December to February, over the summer. And then there’s the busy calendar of events, which may well sway your travel plans. Here’s all you need to know about the best time to visit South Africa.
Main photo: Table Mountain seen from the Cape Town suburb of Bloubergstrand (Getty Images)
The dry season in in South Africa varies depending on where you are. Most of the country has a rainy summer and a dry winter, but the Western…