Sabi Sand Game Reserve offers excellent wildlife viewing. This is especially true for flagship species including the big cats. All of the Big Five are usually ticked in a two to three-day visit. The off-road driving assures quality sightings of most species, particularly the habituated resident predators. Sabi Sand is part of the Greater Kruger ecosystem, which makes for a very authentic wildlife experience. Wildlife viewing in Sabi Sands is at its best during the Dry season (June to September). August and September are particularly nice, since it is warmer than in mid-winter and animals tend to gather at water sources, making them easier to spot.
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Elephant
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Giraffe
Common -
Hippo
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Buffalo
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Zebra
Common -
Wildbeest
Common -
White Rhino
Common -
Black Rhino
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Lion
Common -
Leopard
Common -
Cheetah
Common -
Hyena
Common -
Wild Dog
Rare
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IUCN Red List Status Vulnerable
- LC
- NT
- VU
- EN
- CR
- EW
- EX
Least Concern
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