Kruger National Park

South Africa’s National Treasure

Kruger National Park

One of the largest game reserves in Africa, covering an area of approximately 19,485 square kilometers (7,523 square miles). It's roughly the size of Israel or Wales and almost as big as Belgium.

The Kruger National Park offers a variety of activities, including game viewing, bird watching, guided hiking, and camping. The park is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros, and Cape buffalo) as well as many other species of mammals, birds, and reptiles. Visitors can explore the park on self-drive safaris, guided game drives, and walking safaris. The park also offers a range of accommodation options, including rest camps, private lodges, and luxury safari tents. Additionally, the park offers a variety of cultural and historical sites, including the Kruger National Park Museum and the Paul Kruger Gate.

The Park is located in the north-eastern part of South Africa, close to the border with Mozambique. The park is bordered by the Limpopo River to the north and the Crocodile River to the south. The park is situated in the provinces of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, and is easily accessible by road from major cities such as Johannesburg, Pretoria, and Durban. The park is also served by Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, which is located just outside the park and offers flights from several major cities in South Africa

Male Lion in the Kruger

Highlights

One of the most ‘Affordable’ wildlife safaris in Africa

  • The Big 5: home to the Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhinoceros, and Cape Buffalo

  • Viewing: Self drive, Guided Walks or Guided safari drives in open top game vehicles with experienced Game Rangers

  • Accommodation: from your basic yet comfortable rest camps and camping sites to luxury private lodges, and luxury safari tents

  • Culture and History: The park offers a variety of cultural and historical sites, including the Kruger National Park Museum and the Paul Kruger Gate

  • Location: The park is served by the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, which is located just outside the park and offers flights from several major cities in South Africa including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban

Elephant and Calf in the Kruger

Camps and Luxury Lodges

Kruger National Park has several Rest and Bushveld camps including exclusive Bush lodges to choose from.

Each rest camp has different types of accommodations, such as bungalows, chalets, camp sites, and luxury tents. Amenities may include restaurants, swimming pools, shops, and internet access.

If you want to take it to the next level, why not treat yourself to one of the privately run Luxury Safari Lodges that are within the boundaries of the Kruger

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Main Rest Camps