Northern Tuli Game Reserve

Wildlife viewing is phenomenal in the Northern Tuli Game reserve. Most naturally occurring wildlife species are present, including elephant, kudu, zebra, impala, duiker, wildebeest, waterbuck, steenbok, and warthog. Large herds of eland – often not seen elsewhere in Botswana – are present, and these are indeed an awesome sight. All major predators, including lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena, are present, and the birdlife is prolific.

Enormous crowds of elephants gather at the dry riverbeds and dig for fresh water and there are good numbers of zebra, wildebeest and eland also. Leopard is followed consistently and sightings are on a standard with those in notable Sabi Sands. Wild dogs have been once again introduced and have gotten comfortable well. Night drives are conducted day by day, and a few intriguing nighttime animal types can be spotted including aardvark, aardwolf, civet and African wild cat. More regular sightings are those of bushbaby, genet and springhare. Night drives increment the odds of spotting leopard, lion and spotted hyena hunting.

Northern Tuli has very seasonal wildlife viewing. The best time to visit the Northern Tuli region is in the Dry season from May to September when water is inadequate and animals gather to drink. At this time the vegetation is also thinner making sightings easier. During the Wet season, from December to April, animals tend to congregate around the pans in the interior.

Northern Tuli Game reserve has excellent bird watching opportunities with more than 350 species recorded so far. Similarly, as with numerous private game reserves, birding isn't generally a priority. Therefore, devoted bird watchers ought to think about booking a private vehicle to keep away from disillusionment. Guided walks and night drives are incredible to add more species to your list and there are a few bird hides on the reserve where you can sit and bird watch between activities.

Northern Tuli Game Reserve offers great bird watching throughout the year. However, the best time to visit Northern Tuli for excellent bird watching is during the wet season from November to April when migratory birds are available. It is also the time when a lot of birds can be seen in breeding plumage.

Northern Tuli has very seasonal wildlife viewing. The best time to visit the Northern Tuli region is in the Dry season from May to September when water is inadequate and animals gather to drink. At this time the vegetation is also thinner making sightings easier. During the Wet season, from December to April, animals tend to congregate around the pans in the interior.