Where to go on safari in April

Where to go on safari in April? These destinations score highest this month on weather, wildlife seasons and crowds.

Africa

1. Central Kalahari Botswana · 30° · mostly dry

   After the rains, fossil valleys such as Deception Valley turn green and draw springbok and oryx, followed by predators.

2. Madikwe South Africa · 27° · some rain
3. Sabi Sand South Africa · 31° · some rain
4. Pilanesberg South Africa · 26° · some rain

   Busy on holidays and weekends because of its proximity to Gauteng.

5. Chobe Botswana · 30° · mostly dry
6. Okavango Delta Botswana · 31° · mostly dry

The Gulf

1. AlUla Saudi Arabia · 31° · mostly dry
2. Al Areen Bahrain · 30° · mostly dry
3. Al Marmoom United Arab Emirates · 36° · mostly dry
4. Dhofar Oman · 31° · mostly dry
5. Dubai Desert United Arab Emirates · 36° · mostly dry

   Arabian oryx and gazelles are resident year-round; dawn and dusk give the best sightings.

6. Edge of the World Saudi Arabia · 33° · mostly dry

   Access status changes and the site has had temporary closures; confirm before setting out.

7. Hatta United Arab Emirates · 36° · mostly dry

   Main season for hiking, mountain biking and kayaking; weekends are busiest.

8. Khor Al Adaid Qatar · 33° · mostly dry

   Visit Qatar names November to April as the best time to visit; this is the winter camping season.

9. Liwa United Arab Emirates · 36° · mostly dry
10. Mleiha United Arab Emirates · 36° · mostly dry

    Season for hiking to Fossil Rock, camping and stargazing.

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