Kruger National Park
User Reviews (387)
South Africa ParksEmail 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.
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.
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.
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!!
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.
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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 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 Daniel | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
The best place to see African wildlife by your own.
Kruger National Park is the best place for watching animals in a self-drive safari. You feel really in contact with the wildlife, very close to them literally. And there are a lot of animals, variety and density altogether. A paradise for a wildlife photographer, whether you are a pro or not. The scenery is awesome because you drive through all kinds of African landscape, beautiful ones, even if it is dry, wet, hot hot or chilly, at dawn or sunset. Accommodations in Kruger offer just what you need, you do not need anything else to enjoy the park. The fact of self-drive make this experience more adventurous, and the friendly other tourist you meet, instead of disturbing your solitude, help you to find animals in the bush. The food they offer is fine, but the possibility of cooking by yourself or braai makes it more enjoyable. I am spanish, I've been six times already in this park, and I spend all the time recommending this trip for holidays.
Email Gary Longshaw | 50-65 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
Always an amazing experience that keeps me coming back year after year
This was about my 20th holiday in the Kruger National park. In the space of 4 days we got close up and personal with the entire Big 5, and more, and experienced the true beauty of wild Africa at its best. This place never fails to impress me, Ive been coming here since I was a child, and will continue to return as often as I can for as long as I am able to do so.
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Email Beenie Photography | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
The Best Honeymoon Imaginable
My husband and I spent two weeks in the Greater Kruger area while on honeymoon. We spent six days at Gomo Gomo and six days at Arathusa. Overall, our experience was amazing. The vast array of species left us in awe. In fact, on multiple occasions we experienced the Big Five in a single game drive.
Having stayed in the area during winter, we were able to avoid the pestering bugs and the bush that hides the wildlife. I would highly recommend this time of year. At each of the locations we enjoyed our guides and our accommodations. While Arathusa was certainly a more polished destination, you certainly pay for it. That being said, it was a better all around experience--in terms of food, guides, and scenery. Their watering hole was absolutely superb.
If I would make one change to our trip it would be our decision to drive from the OR Tambo to the park. Being from America, driving on the other side of the road was a difficult transition for my husband. Taking this stress out of the vacation would have been wise.
Safari Tours to Kruger NP
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4-Day Luxury Radisson Kruger Safari
$861 to $947 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
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4-Day Private Kruger Park Safari
$1,339 to $1,393 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tour
Mid-range You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
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4.9/5 – 32 Reviews
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4-Day Sabi Sand Reserve Luxury Safari, Greater Kruger
$3,141 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryBush Camp
You Visit: Skukuza (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Kruger NP, Kruger (End)
Wayfairer Travel
4.8/5 – 174 Reviews
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