Month by month

Matobo in September

September turns warm, dusty and dry, and the thinned bush makes the fenced game section easier than at any other time.

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A shoulder month with good game visibility. Walk early; the rock heats up fast.

Weather

Rain averages about 8 mm. Days climb to about 28.4°C and nights to around 13.5°C. Humidity is low.

Game section

With the grass down, giraffe, zebra, sable and the other animals of the fenced western section are easiest to find. A high-clearance 4x4 is recommended there.

Walking

Start at first light and carry plenty of water; midday on bare granite is already hot.