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Balule (Greater Kruger)

South Africa Limpopo Nature Reserve Big Five-Reservat

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About Balule (Greater Kruger)

The Balule (Greater Kruger) is a Nature Reserve in South Africa in the provinces of Limpopo. The park was established on 15.02.2021 and covers an area of 0.35 km². The Balule (Greater Kruger) is a Big Five reserve and offers the possibility of self-drive safaris.

The nature reserve is situated on the western, open border of the Kruger National Park, in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, southwest of Phalaborwa and north of Hoedspruit. The Olifants River flows through the centre of the park for about 20 km. All major safari sites are available and game drives are conducted in open safari vehicles that can go off-road to get the best possible experience.

General information

Biodiversity	Sighting conditions
Very high	Okay

147Mammals
220Bird species

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Official Name

Balule (Greater Kruger)

Provinces

Limpopo

Area

0.35 km²

Foundation

2021-02-15

Vegetation

No information

Habitats

Woodland savannah,Grassland savannah

Big Five-reserves

Yes

Self-drive-reserve

Yes

Entrance gates

Highlights

Landscape

The main habitat of the Balule (Greater Kruger) is the Woodland savannah.

The landscape consists mainly of savannah forests and grasslands. Scenic highlights are the Olifants River and the Drakensberg escarpment, which forms a dramatic backdrop.

Entrance gate

Name	Location
Olifants West	West

General information

Biodiversity	Sighting conditions
Very high	Okay

147Mammals
220Bird species

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The best travel time for Balule (Greater Kruger)

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Weather and climate

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Best tavel time

May (Beginning) - September (End)

Dry time

May (Beginning) - September (End)

Climate

cool-warm

Tavel time

October (Beginning) - April (End)

Climate

mild-fairly hot

High season

October (Beginning) - March (End)

Low season

October (Beginning) - March (End)

Risk of Malaria

October - April

The climate in Balule (Greater Kruger) is warm. The rainy season takes place from Beginning October to End April The dry season first extended over the months from Beginning May to End September inclusive. The best time to tour is Beginning May End September.

In Balule, summer is from October to April - these months are characterised by rain, humidity and heat. Winter, on the other hand, between May and September, tends to be pleasant with milder conditions and little rainfall. At this time of year, the temperature drops at night, so warm clothing is recommended.

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Top animal species

The Balule (Greater Kruger) is home to 147 mammals such as Aadvark, African civet, Black rhinocerus, Crocodile, Elephant as well as 220 bird species, 0 reptile species, 0 fish species and 0 amphibian species. The Balule (Greater Kruger) provides Very high conditions for wildlife viewing. The Nature Reserve offers a wide variety of species, including the "Big Five".

Aadvark

African civet

Black rhinocerus

Crocodile

Big Five

Elephant

Giraffe

Hippopotamus

Big Five

Leopard

Big Five

Lion

Big Five

Rhinoceros

Wildebeest

Zebra

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safari lodges

safarica.com offers you a choice of 17 accommodations in the Balule (Greater Kruger). So that you don't lose track, here is a brief overview of excellent accommodation.