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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: ZAR
- Languages: English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Tsonga, Northern Sotho, and other South African official languages; English is commonly used by tourists
- Climate: Subtropical
- Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
- Population: Approximately 20,000 people live in and around the park area, but the park itself is primarily a wildlife reserve without a permanent human population.
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is during the dry winter months for optimal wildlife viewing.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from many countries including the US, UK, and EU member states generally require a visa to enter South Africa, which can often be obtained as an e-visa or visa on arrival depending on nationality. Some countries have visa-free access for short stays. It is recommended to check the latest South African government visa policies before travel.
About Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s largest and most renowned game reserves, offering an unparalleled wildlife experience. Spanning nearly 20,000 square kilometers, it is home to the iconic Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros—along with hundreds of other species including diverse birds, reptiles, and plants. What makes Kruger unique is its accessibility combined with vast wilderness, allowing visitors to explore either on self-drive safaris or guided tours. The park’s extensive network of roads and well-maintained camps provide comfort without sacrificing the raw adventure of the African bush. Visitors are drawn by the chance to witness spectacular wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes ranging from savannah to riverine forests, and rich cultural heritage nearby. Whether it’s spotting a pride of lions at dawn, enjoying a sundowner overlooking a waterhole, or learning about local traditions, Kruger offers a compelling blend of nature, adventure, and culture that appeals to all types of travelers.
Top Attractions
1. The Big Five Sightings – Iconic wildlife including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and leopards are the main draw for visitors. 2. Blyde River Canyon – A dramatic geological formation near the park offering breathtaking views and hiking opportunities. 3. Skukuza Rest Camp – The largest camp with facilities, a museum, and guided safari options. 4. Olifants River Viewpoint – A scenic spot to watch animals gathering at the river, especially during dry months. 5. Kruger National Park Museum – Located in Skukuza, it offers insights into the park’s natural and cultural history.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy game drives, both self-driven and guided, walking safaris led by expert rangers, bird watching, and photographic safaris. Night drives reveal nocturnal wildlife, while cultural tours nearby introduce guests to local communities and traditions. Adventure seekers may also engage in bush walks and camping under the stars. Educational talks and conservation activities provide deeper understanding of the park’s ecosystem.
Kruger National Park Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of South Africa
- Duration Range: Visitors can enjoy game drives, both self-driven and guided, walking safaris led by expert rangers, bird watching, and photographic safaris. Night drives reveal nocturnal wildlife, while cultural tours nearby introduce guests to local communities and traditions. Adventure seekers may also engage in bush walks and camping under the stars. Educational talks and conservation activities provide deeper understanding of the park’s ecosystem.
- Group Size: Small groups (up to 15 people)
- Difficulty Level: Mixed Difficulty
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is during the dry winter months for optimal wildlife viewing. Pack lightweight clothing for daytime and warmer layers for cool mornings and evenings. Bring binoculars, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a camera. Respect park rules and wildlife by maintaining safe distances. Carry South African Rand for small purchases as card acceptance may be limited in remote areas. Stay hydrated and follow safety advice from guides.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $39
Highest Price Tour: $180
190 Available Tour Excursions in Kruger National Park
All our safaris are exclusive and personally guided by Jakes, the owner and a qualified guide. Experience the awe-inspiring wonders of Kruger National Park—a must-visit destination for any wildlife enthusiast. Our journey begins in Hoedspruit as we enter the park at the break of dawn. As we venture deeper into the reserve, we’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the African savannah and a wide variety of wildlife. Jakes shares valuable insights into animal behavior and the delicate balance of their ecosystem, deepening your understanding and appreciation of these magnificent creatures. Kruger National Park is a sanctuary of natural beauty, where nature is on full display. This is a journey that touches the soul and leaves a lasting impression—an adventure to be cherished for a lifetime. Let us guide you on this unforgettable experience and get you up close and personal with the very best that Kruger National Park has to offer.
Price: $188.33
Duration: 11-12 hours
The Greater Kruger National Park is South Africa’s premier safari destination: it’s the largest wildlife conservancy in Africa, set in one of the most accessible yet un spoilt wilderness areas in South Africa A Kruger National Park safari thus delivers some of the finest game viewing in the world and the right safari operator can offer visitors an experience of a lifetime. Think 4×4 game drives at dawn or dusk, followed by dinner under African stars… This is a Private Safari for families or groups of friends so no strangers on the safari vehicle with you and covers the Middle Part of The Kruger National Park Every day starts with an early morning game drive before we return for a breakfast back at camp. You game drives are done in an open safari vehicle and because it is private you get to spend time at sighting and one on one time with your guide.
Price: $2,201.95
Duration: 96 hours
This safari trip and accommodation is private, in a luxury 4 star lodge 12 km from the world renowned Kruger National Park. Two/Three bedroom self-catering based on availability. No sharing with any other guests. Maximimum 6 people. The trip is just an example, we are flexible to meet any of your reasonable requests.
Price: $863.40
Duration: 66 hours
This Shuttle Service provides a safe, reliable, affordable, convenient, and comfortable transfer between Pretoria, OR Tambo International Airport and the Hoedspruit Area. We drop and collect from several locations: Pretoria, OR Tambo Airport, Hoedspruit: Giraffe Junction, Kamogelo Tourism Centre, Rockfig Lifestyle Centre, Balule Reserve York & Olifants West Gates, and Three Bridges at the Outpost. Book your seat now and be transferred in air-conditioned comfort through beautiful scenery at an affordable rate.
Price: $63.74
Duration: 8 hours
We are trusted as the premium Bespoke, Privately Guided Safari experience in the Kruger National Park. This Safari offers travellers the exclusivity of a Professional Kruger Park Safaria Guide with Full Open Safari Vehicle that can accommodate 9 passengers. Regarded by our guests as the best Day Safari experience in the Kruger Park, what we offer are the highest standards of privately guided safari in the Park. Our guides are not only experts on the savanna and its wildlife but also its heritage and folklore. You will seek out its wildlife. You will go in search of the legendary Big 5. Our Private Full Day Safaris are exclusive to you and your friends or family and shares with you the story of Kruger, its people and the abundant wildlife that call it home. You can expect to see Elephant, Buffalo Giraffe, Zebra, a variety of antelope species and perhaps Lion and Leopard.
Price: $573.38
Duration: 8-10 hours
This private morning game drive can be booked from 1 to 9 guests per open safari vehicle. Rest assured that you will be the only guest on the vehicle for the tour, this makes the experience so much better as your guide will give personal attention to your needs and you can decide how much time you want to spend at certain wildlife sightings. Your guide will lead you all the way and try his best to take you to the best available sightings for the morning. Comfort breaks and a breakfast stop are included. Meals are for your own account restaurants and shops available in the Kruger National Park camps. The entrance fee is not included in the rate and can be paid in cash on entry to avoid any delays at the entrance gate. Please have your ID/Passport handy on entry.
Price: $451.98
Duration: 7 hours
Immerse yourself in the wild heart of Africa with our full-day tour of the world-renowned Kruger National Park, a premier destination for safari enthusiasts. This exclusive experience ensures guaranteed entry to one of Africa's most iconic wildlife reserves, bypassing the typical crowds and lengthy queues. Our expertly guided tour offers unparalleled insights into the park's diverse ecosystems. What sets our tour apart is the depth of knowledge and personalized attention provided by our seasoned guides, with captivating stories and expert commentary. This tour is perfect for families with children, adventure seekers eager to witness the Big Five, and culture lovers interested in the park's deep-rooted history and conservation efforts. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, our full-day Kruger tour promises an unforgettable adventure, blending thrilling wildlife encounters with immersive educational experiences that will leave you with cherished memories.
Price: $101.41
Duration: 11 hours
Panorama Route is a fantastic day tour that allows visitors to experience the awe-inspiring waterfalls, valleys, mountains and rivers of the magnificent Mpumalanga region that border the Kruger National Park. This tour last about 8 hours, you will be spending a day visiting beautiful places like the Lone Creek, Sabie, Lisbon, Mac Mac & Berlin falls, God’s Window, Three Rondawels and the Burke’s Luck Potholes and enjoy a spot of curio shopping.
Price: $145.44
Duration: 8 hours
Your dream can come true, going in a safari can be once in life time experience. You will get the chance to enjoy this unforgettable safari inside the Kruger National Park which is the biggest Big 5 (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo) South Africa conservation area. On a private vehicle on an exclusive use basis, we focus our safari on your interest and what you like to see most. A highly qualified Fgasa and experienced field guide takes you in a open safari vehicle to be more in tune and in “touch“ with your senses in this natural habitat. Braai Safaris is a small and intimate private safari company, providing a typical and true wildlife experience, not only giving our guests a unique experience but also sharing our passion for this awesome wild environment. We strongly believe and focus on quality and not quantity. This way we exceed our guest's expectations. Make your dream come true! We are waiting for you.
Price: $115.89
Duration: 11-13 hours
For the wildlife enthusiast, with 2 full day Kruger Park open vehicle safari's. A quality safari experience. Enjoy small group tours that focuses on quality friendly service with a flexible outlay. Experience safari par excellence and the surrounding beauty in one scoop, and enjoy the tranquility of nature on a guided nature walk. Enjoy starry nights next to the camp fire as we listen to lions roaring into the night. Make it an experience to remember by meeting and making new friends, and share an experience that will remain in your memory forever.
Price: $1,087.36
Duration: 120 hours
A private open vehicle will take up to nine people into Kruger National Park before daybreak. The open vehicle gives you the opportunity to view animals from a higher vantage point with a perfect panoramic view. Your guide will use their professional skills and knowledge to help you look for and find the most famous animals in the park and explain what's going on in nature. Your guide will stop at various lookout points and rivers to increase your chances of seeing as much of the fauna and flora that the park has to offer. We also stop at one of the rest camps in the national park, where you will have a chance to stretch your legs and enjoy the breakfast packs on your own. There will be a lunch break should you wish to purchase a lunch snack or simply stretch your legs and enjoy some more time in the open vehicle. Drop-off will be at your hotel or any other location in Hoedspruit.
Price: $188.33
Duration: 8 hours
Escape from the City life and the main tourist area's on our 4 Day Manyeleti Private Reserve safari. Join our guide on morning and afternoon open 4x4 vehilce safari drives in the Big 5 Game reserve. Enjoy dinners under the african stary sky and breakfasts over looking the nearby dam that is frequinted by Giraffee, Antelope and even memebers of the Big 5. Accommodation is based in en-suite rondawals that are all air-condionted.
Price: $779.64
Duration: 96 hours
We enter the Kruger National Park once the gates are opened then go on to explore the Park on the lookout for a pride of lions, majestic herds of elephants or lone roaming elephant bulls, a solitary leopard lying in a shady tree, the rare rhino, and herds of buffalo, as well as a multitude of other wild animals and birds, like hornbills, eagles, secretary birds, hippo, zebra, giraffe, not forgetting the abundance of buck, like impala & kudus. Our guides are all qualified and have years’ worth of experience in the park. They love nothing more than to share their well of knowledge with our guests and to make sure that you have the best safari experience possible.
Price: $100.25
Duration: 10 hours
When booking a Private 1-day wildlife photography safari tour with us you can be certain our experienced wildlife photography guide will try his best to get the best images captured for the day. This is tailor-made private tours so we focus on the animals that you really want to see. Time is spent at sightings in order to let the animal go about his natural way of life to get the best images possible. Your guide will assist with settings on your camera if you need help and will give pointers during the day about the ideal setting for the situation at hand. It is recommended that you have at least a 300mm to 500mm lens to start with for good results. The tour is from gate opening to gate closing time and is around sunrise to sunset. The Gimpro Gimbals and bean bags will be provided for each photographer on the trip. The rate is for the vehicle and guide for the day we do not recommend more than 3 serious photographers per vehicle. The vehicle can take 6 guests max on these trips
Price: $535.15
Duration: 24 hours
All our Safaris are conducted by the Owner, Keegan, a qualified Nature Conservationist with many years of experience guiding within the Greater Kruger National park. All our safaris come with a welcoming travel mug of Coffee, Tea or Hot Chocolate as well as Alcohol Free cider or soft drink on our afternoon safaris.
Price: $110.10
Duration: 10 hours
Embark on a captivating morning safari game drive unlike any other! Join us for an exhilarating 4-hour adventure through the African wilderness, as we delve deep into the heart of nature. As the sun rises, we invite you to hop aboard our comfortable game vehicle, specially designed for optimal wildlife viewing. With our experienced and knowledgeable guides at the helm, we'll traverse the vast landscapes in search of the majestic animals that call this untamed sanctuary home. Feel the thrill of anticipation as we navigate through rugged terrain, following the tracks and signs left behind by Africa's iconic wildlife. From graceful giraffes and mighty elephants to elusive leopards and playful zebras, each sighting will leave you in awe of nature's wonders.
Price: $59.68
Duration: 3 hours
Experience the magic of Africa's twilight on a sunset game drive in the exclusive private game reserve of Hoedspruit. As the day fades, our expertly guided safari promises not only guaranteed entry to pristine landscapes often inaccessible to the public but also offers a seamless adventure with no long waits or overcrowded spots. With our seasoned guides, you’ll gain insider knowledge about the reserve's rich ecosystems and its inhabitants, from elusive predators to majestic herbivores, all while soaking in the breathtaking hues of the setting sun. What sets our sunset game drives apart is the intimate setting and the exclusive nature of our reserve, ensuring a personalized and immersive experience. Ideal for families with children yearning for a unique adventure, travelers with limited time seeking a compact yet enriching safari, or culture lovers eager to connect with the land and its traditions, this tour promises unforgettable moments and profound insights.
Price: $73.59
Duration: 4 hours
We offer you daily Safaris onto The Kruger National Park in a luxury and comfortable Open Safari Vehicle with a qualified, passionate guide who will endeavor to show you the best that Kruger has to offer. The full day drive is 10 hours long and includes a breakfast and lunch stop of approximately an hour each. Bottled water would be supplied during the drive and all meals would be for the guests account unless pre-arrangements have been made with us. While searching for Kruger’s amazing animals stops would be made at picnic spots along the way. Guests will also have the opportunity to purchase curious at these stops. Animals that could be seen during the drive are the Big 5 and of course we will endeavor to show you the more scarce animals like Cheetah and Wild Dog.
Price: $78.23
Duration: 10 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
The cuisine around Kruger National Park reflects South African flavors with a focus on grilled meats (braai), game dishes, and local staples like maize porridge (pap). Many lodges and camps serve traditional dishes such as bobotie (spiced minced meat bake) and chakalaka (spicy vegetable relish). Dining often features fresh, locally sourced ingredients with an emphasis on hearty, flavorful meals. Noteworthy restaurants include those at Skukuza Rest Camp and luxury lodges offering gourmet bush dining experiences.
Getting Around
Kruger National Park is accessible by road and air, with airports at Nelspruit and Hoedspruit serving nearby gateways. Visitors commonly arrive by car, either self-driving or renting, with well-maintained roads inside the park. Shuttle services and guided tours are also available. Within the park, transport options include safari vehicles for game drives and walking trails. Costs vary depending on transport mode, with self-driving being cost-effective and guided tours offering expert insights.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is during the dry winter months for optimal wildlife viewing. Pack lightweight clothing for daytime and warmer layers for cool mornings and evenings. Bring binoculars, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a camera. Respect park rules and wildlife by maintaining safe distances. Carry South African Rand for small purchases as card acceptance may be limited in remote areas. Stay hydrated and follow safety advice from guides.
Culture & Customs
The region around Kruger is rich in cultural diversity, with local communities practicing traditional crafts, music, and dance. Visitors should show respect for local customs, ask permission before photographing people, and support community-run tourism initiatives. Important festivals include traditional ceremonies and cultural performances that celebrate heritage. Politeness and friendliness are valued, and tipping is customary in hospitality services.
