The Secret Season

Posted by Jane Patrick · Nov 05 · in Southern Africa, Anywhere · about Adventure

*images courtesy of our friends at African Bush Camps

Secret Season in Southern Africa

If you’ve been on a safari before, you may have heard the term – Secret Season. It’s the period in Southern Africa between December and March that offers a rare and unique opportunity for safari goers. Known also as the Green Season, this period is when the African Sky opens with short, swift bursts of thunderstorms in the afternoon, followed by blue skies, mild days, and incredible sunsets. The rains are vital to sustaining the delicate balance of the country’s ecosystem and without them Southern Africa would not be the wildlife mecca that it is.

During the secret season, the rains blanket the dry and parched lands of this region, transforming them into a lush green carpeted oasis. With the rain comes opportunity – there are fewer tourists during this time, prices are lower, it’s a great time to see Migratory Birds and it’s one of the best times to see baby animals. The contrast of colors make it one of the best times for wildlife photography.

If you are thinking about travel during this time, here is a sampling of the many options available.

Natural Wonders – 7 Days/ 6 nights Prices from $3855.00 USD per person sharing (fully inclusive)

Botswana and Zambia visiting the Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls and Zambezi River. Includes inter-camp flights and departure taxes, road transfers, accommodations, meals, drinks, twice daily activities, laundry and more.

Featuring three night stays in both of the beautiful African Bush Camps Khwai Leadwood and Thorntree River Lodge.

Best of Botswana – 7 Days/6 nights from USD $3343.00 per person sharing (fully inclusive)

An authentic Botswana safari experience visiting the must see Linyanti Marsh and Khwai River. Includes inter-camp flights and departure taxes, road transfers, accommodations, meals, drinks, twice daily activities, laundry and more.


Featuring three night stays in both of the beautiful African Bush Camps Khwai Leadwood and Linyanti.

Every season brings it’s own beauty and benefits, so it’s never a wrong time to go on safari! For more information on travelling during Southern Africa's Secret Season, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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