Nature has blessed Wilderness with a pleasant, temperate climate; it is unique in Africa as the only area in which rainfall occurs throughout the year. And, to cap it all, most of our rain falls at night! It's the ideal climate for a visit - at any time of the year!
Day visitors
The park is ideal for day visitors with various picnic sites at the Restcamp and at the lagoon.
The access road from the N2 is paved however the access from the northern camp is gravelled.
Tips & Hints
Pets are not allowed in a national park.
Remember to bring along a bathing suit, angling equipment, hat, sun block, walking shoes, binoculars, bird and mammal reference books. Hikers must always carry sufficient water.
Please note it is preferable to swim at Wilderness beach when a lifeguard is on duty.