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Overview
Sioma Ngwezi National Park is mainly covered by Kalahari woodland. The Park has been heavily poached, but the situation is improving and wildlife is recovering. As an example elephants are returning to the Park, seen at the southeast border where elephants have re-established an old migration route, now very visible with several tracks in a corridor extending over more than one kilometre.
Pros & Cons
- Very close to Victoria Falls and Livingstone
- Nearby attractions include Siomo Falls and the Zambezi River
- Many lodges are set up for fishing on the Zambezi
- Overnight camping trips offered by nearby Mutemwa Lodge
- Off-the-beaten-track destination
- Limited wilderness appeal
- Limited water sources as a result animals tend to move out during the dry season
- Only one simple bushcamp in the park
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Wildlife & Animals
The Park is home to more than 3000 elephants, and a few endangered species including roan, sable, wild dog and cheetah. A few antelope species are available, yet very bashful. Generally, puku, impala, roan, sable, zebra and kudu can be spotted. Fishing in the Zambezi River is in every case great. Not a long way from the Park is the excellent Sioma Falls.
Wildlife Highlights
Wildlife viewing opportunities are very limited in the park. Animals move freely between the park and wilderness areas in neighbouring countries. Elephant numbers are great, and giraffes and zebra may be seen. There is an assortment of antelope, including puku, impala and kudu. Less common antelopes are sable and roan. The primary predators are lions, leopards and spotted hyenas however they are seldom experienced. Cheetahs and wild dogs may be available too.
Best Time for Wildlife Viewing
The best time to visit Sioma Ngwezi for wildlife viewing is during the wet season from May to June, when there is still some water around. There are no permanent water sources and animals move out during the Dry season. From December to April, the roads might become difficult to navigate.
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Birds
Birding is possible within the park. There are numerous species of birds to look out for during a bird-watching safari in Sioma ngwezi national park. All you have to do is to be prepared with the best cameras for adventure.
Best Time for Birding
Sioma Ngwezi National Park offers a great birding experience throughout the year. However, the best time to visit is during the wet season from November to April. It is also the time when migratory birds are available and a lot of birds can be seen in breeding plumage.
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Best Time to Visit – Sioma Ngwezi National Park
The best time to visit Sioma Ngwezi for wildlife viewing is during the wet season from May to June, when there is still some water around. There are no permanent water sources and animals move out during the Dry season. From December to April, the roads might become difficult to navigate.
May to October (Dry Season)
- Less vegetation and animals concentrate around water, making them easier to spot
- The skies are clear, rain is rare, and there are fewer mosquitoes
- Even though most tourists visit during the Dry season, the parks still feel uncrowded, except for the bustling Chobe riverfront area
- Early morning and evening drives are cold in June, July and August
November to April (Wet Season)
- The scenery is greener, and there are lower rates during this season
- Although wildlife is easier to spot in the Dry season, you'll still see plenty
- There are many newborn animals and migratory birds
- Except for January and February, rains seldom interfere with your trip
- During January and February, the rains can be continuous for days
- It gets very hot in October and November
- Some lodges and camps close down during part of the Wet season
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