The Season.
Your Right Window.

The primary window for travel. The days are long, the trails are open, and the park infrastructure is fully operational. February is the warmest month and the most consistently clear. It is also the busiest period, which is why advance planning and secure lodge bookings are not optional.

A quieter start to the season. The landscape is greener than in summer, wildflowers are visible at lower elevations, and the lodges are less full. The weather is variable, but experienced travellers who are comfortable with that uncertainty often find October more rewarding than the peak weeks.

Similar in character to October at the season's end. The autumn colours in the southern beech forests are exceptional in late April, and the cooling temperatures create ideal conditions for long days on the trail without the heat of midsummer.

The off-season. Most lodges within the parks close during this period. Some specialised winter itineraries exist, but they require a different set of preparations and expectations.