Kruger National Park
User Reviews (387)
South Africa ParksEmail Sumarie Slabber | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Awesome
If you are a wildlife and outdoor lover then the Kruger National Park is the place for you. We spent 4 nights in the southern parts of the Park and saw lots of animals (although this is not allways the case). We had an awesome sighting of 17 lions on a buffalo kill and came across rhinos 6 times, not to mention all the buffalo, giraffe, birds and other animals we saw.
Accommodation in the Park are mostly very basic, allthough private more expensive options are available.
If you are interested in photography then the hide, Lake Panic, near Skukuza is recommended.
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Email Grey World Nomads | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Best place on earth
We have spent six weeks in the Kruger National Park and we enjoyed it immensely. There is no shortage of wildlife. You are more than likely to see the big five here than in any other national park. The infrastructure is excellent and all forms of accommodation are available from the luxury safari lodges to the simple hut or camping. All camps have restaurants and have well-stocked shops. Activities like guided bush drives, wilderness trails, bush walks, 4x4-trails and selfdrive make all part of the vast amount of possibilities to spend an unforgettable time in the Kruger National Park.
The northern half of the Kruger is less busy than the southern part. It's recommendable not to visit the park during South African holiday season as the it is also hughely popular with South African Citizens. As far as the climate goes, any time is possible. For game viewing winter is better, as the animals can't hide in the tall grass so well and they are likely to be seen at the waterholes because of the draught. If your stay is longer than a week or you want to visit other National Parks within your holidays, check if it's worth to buy the wildcard, which gives you deals and allows free entry to almost all of the parks in South Africa.
The reason why we return again and again is not just for the wildlife but also for the sheer beauty and size of the Park. Above all it's affordable, even for people on a shoestring budget.
Email Daniel P Barker | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best Park in South Africa
Many people go to private parks which almost guarantee you to see all the animals that are listed. This is not teh case with Kruger. Some days you may get lucky other days you won't. I have self driven and used organised drives. Self drive is good as you can stop and stay as long as you like somewhere. Organised drives are great as they do have radios which can take you to certain animals although continuously looking at Zebra's does get frustrating! If you like wildlife photography its a dream place. Make sure you take some good lenses, cleaning cloths (gets dusty) and a bean bag to rest on. Many people just look at the big animals but look for birds and the small creatures. DO NOT drive over the dung in the road as 1/ you run risk of a puncture because of thorns 2/ you can kill the dung beetles. I stayed in Hazey View which is great but plenty of places to stay outside. One thing is for certain you will love Kruger. my photos are on 500px.com/danielbarker . Its a must place to go to and i would avoid the private game reserves at all cost, in addition Kruger is a lot cheaper and more natural.
Email Chris Boyce | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Good introduction, but perhaps not quite "wild" enough
I went to the southern section, from Malelane gate up to Skukuza. This is probably one of the the most popular parts of the Kruger. Access is easy, there are many lodges close by. But popular means busy; this is not the wide open savannah, its relatively dense lowveld, and visitors must stay on the roads and tracks. There are sightings on the roads, and some good ones too, but as guides usually have radios to keep in touch and report sightings, anything interesting tends to be soon surrounded by a traffic jam! I had a two guides, one okay, and one great which helped a lot, but even then we didn't see any cats at all. That's just down to bad luck. :-( Overall whilst it was a great introduction to the whole safari experience, I found it felt "managed" and somewhat canned and commercialised. I wanted and still want a "wilder" safari experience.
The Armadillo Safari & Adventure Tour far exceeded my expectations!!
The Armadillo Safari & Adventure Tours did an excellent job hosting our safari experience. The safari vehicle was clean, air conditioned ,and comfortable. The food, natural habitat, the animals: "The Big Five and more..... were over the top. How precious to see the baby elephants move along with the adult herd! we saw rhinos: A rare black rhino prancing down the field! The weather was beautiful and rather cooled down a little bit at night. I recommend The Armadillo Safari & Adventure Tour in Kruger National Park, South Africa! You wont be disappointed!!
The Kruger National Park is definitely worth a visit.
Although August is still winter and the dry season, the temperatures in the KNP are mild and days are sunny. We saw so many animals , birds and magnificent birds of prey that we felt extremely privileged. There are many spots with beautiful views of undisturbed nature and the dry winter landscape has a beauty of it's own with the beautiful Impala Lily flowering white and red against the artistic backdrop of grey branches, yellow grasses and dry golden leaves. Closer to the rivers, the vegetation is greener.
On long weekends/very busy days access to the park for day visitors may be restricted to avoid too many vehicles and traffic jams in the park, which is a good thing. Vehicles entering are also searched for fire-arms and alcohol, which is of benefit to all visitors. The asphalted as well as the dirt roads are well maintained and an 4X4 (off-road) vehicle is not needed. The food and service in the restaurants (Skukuza and Lower Sabie) were top quality and the view from the restaurants over the Sabie river is magnificent. All staff in the KNP were very friendly.
The KNP also offers night drives and guided walking safaris to visitors. Sleeping facilties range from beautiful thatched roof chalets to luxury tents.
Fantastic
I've been in Kruger National Park for two days and I enjoyed it a lot.
I was lucky enough to be accompanied by a guide , who was very skilled in finding animals and who explained to me in detail everything related to zoology, biology and curious about animals in the park .
It was undoubtedly one of the best holidays of my life .
Weather was perfect and accomodation too.
Email duncsboyd | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Incredibly diverse safari experience
The Kruger is one of my favourite places in the world. The sheer size of it and all its diversity makes it a treasure and should definitely be on one's bucket list. There is something quite fun about driving yourself around looking for animals and birds - you never know what you'll see and that's one of the positives (or negatives if you only have limited time). The camps are charming but basic - this is not the five star safari experience, and you'll meet more locals in the Park than you would at the private game lodges that neighbour it.
My favourite area of the park stretches from Olifants camp to Shingwedzi as it tends to be quiter than around Skukuza area.
Email Dennis Painting | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Not to be missed
The wildlife in the south of the park was every bit as I expected it to be. Our one disappointment was not spotting any leopard.
We stayed at Berg en Dal and Skukuza and found the staff welcoming and the accommodation very good. I am aware some people expect more from the accommodation but we were more than satisfied.
We did self drive, which is what we enjoy, and found that there are adequate rest camps with refreshments and ablutions throughout the area.
I have been to the park on numerous occasions in the past and can never fault it. I will most definitely go again.
It was my wife's 2nd trip to the park and my 4 and 2 year old's first trip....they are still talking about it....need I say more?
When my children are older I will definitely arrange a morning or evening trip in the land rovers to enhance the experience for them
If you are contemplating a trip to the Park I have only one thing to say.....Do it!!
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Email Kate | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
A fantastic first-African-safari experience
We were fortunate enough to see all of the big 5, even the elusive leopard, so we were very lucky! Not to mention the weather was always on our side. I can't remember exactly where we camped, but it was impeccably maintained. Very clean and high-quality without feeling like mass-market tourism. It was a beautiful experience going to sleep in our tents to the sounds of hyenas going about their lives. We had a couple of different guides who were all very easy to talk to an informative. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Kruger and South Africa in general to anyone who desires a unique wildlife experience.
Safari Tours to Kruger NP
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4-Day Luxury Radisson Kruger Safari
$860 to $946 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)LuxuryHotel
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Panorama Route (Highlight), Johannesburg Airport (End)
MoAfrika Tours
4.9/5 – 1,914 Reviews
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4-Day Private Kruger Park Safari
$1,337 to $1,392 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tour
Mid-range You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Junglers Adventure Tours
4.9/5 – 32 Reviews
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4-Day Safari to Kruger Park & Private Safari Lodge
$1,277 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
Wildlife Safaris
5.0/5 – 282 Reviews
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