Natural events

With the South African Highveld lit up by brief, dramatic thunderstorms and the sandy white coastline boasting hours of sunshine, January is the perfect time to combine a Big 5 safari with a balmy beach holiday. The Big 5 remains an iconic African experience and travellers from around the world come to sight the lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros in their natural environment. In mid-summer, animals drink at waterholes in the mornings and evenings, creating many opportunities for excellent sightings.