The country is a year round destination. Summer is from October to March and winter from May to August. January to April is the best time to visit Cape Town. October to April is warm and dry. December and February sees the occasional South-Easter wind, blanketing Table Mountain in cloud. July to September is the best time for whale watching and seeing wild flowers in bloom. Kruger National Park is a year round destination. May to October is the dry winter season and the best time for game viewing and walking safaris. September and October is dry and hot with animals concentrated around water sources. November to April is rainy season and perfect for photography. Game viewing is good, with young animals around and bird watching is great. May to October is the dry winter season and the best time for game viewing in Madikwe Game Reserve. KwaZulu-Natal is a year round destination. May to August is winter with a mild climate, warm ocean and the best time for game viewing.