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So many incredible safari experiences begin in Johannesburg. That’s partly because it is Africa’s busiest international air gateway, with numerous flights arriving from around the globe every day. But it’s not just about the number of international flights. Johannesburg is a short drive (and an even shorter flight) from so many of South Africa’s best wildlife parks and reserves. Everyone knows about Kruger National Park and the reserves that surround it: you could easily just visit these and enjoy the most fantastic safari. But other options abound, and many of these have wildlife to satisfy both beginner and experienced safari-goers alike.
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5-Day Luxury Sabi Sands Promotion
$3,119 to $5,460 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxury+Lodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
Safari.com
4.7/5 – 186 Reviews
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2-Day Kruger National Park Safari
$560 to $615 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg Airport (End)
Nhlalala Travel
4.8/5 – 55 Reviews
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4-Day Luxury Radisson Kruger Safari
$871 to $958 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 – 1,902 Reviews
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5-Day Kruger Park and Private Game Reserve Experience
$1,962 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Lodge & Guest HouseYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris
4.9/5 – 138 Reviews
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3-Day Sabi Sands Nkorho Lodge Safari
$1,367 to $1,559 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
The Kruger Safari Co.
5.0/5 – 184 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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4-Day Safari to Kruger Park & Private Safari Lodge
$1,311 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 – 281 Reviews
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5-Day Luxury Mdluli Game Lodge Kruger National Park
$1,020 to $1,106 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Gems of Africa Safari and Tours
4.9/5 – 124 Reviews
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4-Day Greater Kruger Safari with Marc's Treehouse
$851 to $890 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Kruger NP, Blyde River Canyon (Panorama Route), Johannesburg (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.7/5 – 146 Reviews
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7-Day South Africa Safari: Hluhluwe Elephant Coast
$4,146 to $4,609 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Hluhluwe-iMfolozi GR, Elephant Coast (Highlight), Johannesburg (End)
Wayfairer Travel
4.8/5 – 174 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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4-Day Kruger and Panorama Lux Safari at Budget Price
$1,230 to $1,353 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Hoedspruit (Town), Kruger NP, Panorama Route (Highlight), Johannesburg Airport (End)
Wild Planet Safari
4.9/5 – 225 Reviews
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5-Day Luxury Safari Big Five
$1,955 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Waterberg Biosphere Reserve, Johannesburg (End)
Go Touch Down Travel & Tours
5.0/5 – 166 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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5-Day Sabi Sands and Kruger Safari
$3,480 to $3,706 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Kruger NP, Johannesburg Airport (End)
Discover Africa Safaris
5.0/5 – 506 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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5-Day Kruger and Greater Kruger Semi-Exclusive Safari
$1,324 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourBudgetLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Panorama Route (Highlight), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
Safari With Us
4.9/5 – 239 Reviews
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5-Day Malamala Exclusive Fly in Safari
$4,412 to $5,669 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), MalaMala GR (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
Ranger Buck Safaris
5.0/5 – 42 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
5-Day Tremisana Lodge Kruger Park Safari
$1,078 to $1,120 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Greater Kruger, Kruger NP, Blyde River Canyon (Panorama Route), Johannesburg (End)
Viva Safaris
4.9/5 – 303 Reviews
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5-Day Kruger Park and Manyeleti Reserve Bongan Lodge
$905 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetLodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Manyeleti GR (Greater Kruger), Central Kruger NP, Blyde River Canyon (Panorama Route), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Bongan Safaris
5.0/5 – 31 Reviews
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4-Day Kruger Park Safari and Panorama Route Tour
$1,053 to $1,105 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Panorama Route (Highlight), Johannesburg (End)
Mmilo Tours
5.0/5 – 135 Reviews
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5-Day Unforgettable Big 5 Kruger Safari
$2,335 to $2,958 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tour
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Johannesburg (End)
Viatu
5.0/5 – 70 Reviews
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1-Day Best Full-Day Big Five Safari from Johannesburg
$196 to $207 pp (USD)
South Africa: Day tourShared tour (max 12 people per vehicle)
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Pilanesberg GR, Johannesburg (End)
Go Safari
4.9/5 – 49 Reviews
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4-Day Sabi Sands & Kruger Park Tented Camp
$1,599 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Tented CampYou Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Socioolite Travel and Tours
5.0/5 – 35 Reviews
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5 Questions About Safaris From Johannesburg
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Anthony Ham
Anthony has written numerous Lonely Planet guidebooks, including ‘South Africa’, ‘Lesotho & eSwatini’ and ‘Southern Africa’. He has written about the region for magazines and newspapers worldwide. He is also the author of ‘The Last Lions of Africa’.› More about Anthony
5 Questions About Safaris From Johannesburg
Anthony Ham
What are the best places to go on safari from Johannesburg?
“You can visit Kruger National Park from Johannesburg, and it’s a fantastic safari destination. It’s easy to get to and around, it’s a massive park with so much wildlife to see seemingly at every turn, and there’s accommodation to suit every budget. If it all gets too crowded, then you could easily spend time in one of the private reserves (such as Sabi Sand Game Reserve, but there are many more) along Kruger’s western boundary. These reserves share the same wildlife with the national park. Other fabulous safari parks within reach of Johannesburg include Pilanesberg Game Reserve, and Marakele and Mapungubwe National Parks, while Madikwe Game Reserve is one of my favorite safari destinations anywhere in southern Africa. If you fly from Johannesburg, then you could easily reach just about anyplace in South Africa.”
1What are the pros and cons of a self-drive trip from Johannesburg?
“The best thing about a self-drive safari from Johannesburg is the freedom that you’ll enjoy. In fact, a self-drive safari is the best way to make sure that your safari experience is exactly as you want it to be. You decide where to go and when. If you find a lion on a kill or an elephant herd up close, then you’re the one who decides how long to stick around. And you don’t have to worry about what other travelers want to do. In short, you’re the boss of your trip. The downside of a self-drive safari is that if something goes wrong, you’re the one on the scene who has to deal with it (although a phone call to your safari operator will probably get someone there quickly to help). Most likely nothing will go wrong: it never has for me on my many self-drive safaris. Another possible negative is that you won’t have a guide to show you around or other safari travelers to share the experience with.”
2Should I go for a group or private safari from Johannesburg?
“There are lots of different versions of the Johannesburg safari, but the most popular are group or private safaris. A group safari means that you will share your trip with other travelers: you will share a guide, a vehicle for game drives and other activities. Whether this is a pro or a con will depend on your perspective: you might make lifelong friends, or you might prefer to be alone. And if you’re looking for a cheap or affordable budget safari, then a group safari will almost certainly be your only option. A private safari means that you will have your own guide and vehicle, and you’ll be the only one(s) out on the game drive. Obviously, you’ll be paying for it all yourself, which can be expensive. But it does allow for a more intimate safari experience and you’ll often end up forging really strong bonds with your guide and driver.”
3Can I see the Big Five animals on a trip from Johannesburg?
“You are spoiled for choice when it comes to seeing the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) on a safari near Johannesburg. The most obvious place where this is possible is Kruger National Park and the surrounding reserves. I once saw the Big Five on a single afternoon game drive in Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Closer to Johannesburg and very accessible, Pilanesberg Game Reserve can be crowded, but it’s an easy place to see elephant and rhino. Buffalo, lion and leopard can be harder to see, but they are possible to find with some luck. Another excellent destination for seeing the Big Five on a safari from Johannesburg is Madikwe Game Reserve. This is a fantastic place, with so much wildlife, first-rate expert guides and far fewer visitors than you’ll share the safari trails with in Kruger or Pilanesberg. It’s also a good place to possibly sight African wild dogs.”
4How much will this safari cost?
“As with any safari destination where there are many different packages and tours, the cost of a safari from Johannesburg varies greatly. If you’re on a multiday, cheap budget camping safari, you might be able to organize a safari that starts at around US$100 to US$150 per person per day. This should include guide, driver, vehicle, camping equipment, park entry fees, food, some drinks and game drives. But for this price, you may be expected to help out around camp with cooking and washing up, as well as setting up and taking down tents. For a more luxurious experience, prices start at around US$400 per person per day, but could go significantly higher for the best tented camps in high season (October to March) and if you’re on a private safari. If your safari involves any flights, this will also push up the price considerably. However much you pay, make sure you get a full list from your safari operator of what your safari price includes, so you don’t get any nasty surprises when it’s time for you to pay.”
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Emma is an award-winning travel writer for Rough Guides, National Geographic Traveller, Travel Africa magazine and The Independent.
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Mike is an award-winning wildlife writer, former editor of Travel Zambia magazine and author of the Bradt Guide to Southern African Wildlife.
A world in one country
South Africa’s astounding array of landscapes – from semi-desert to savanna and snow-capped mountain to coral reef – means it offers a greater variety of wildlife experience than any other African country. There are surely few other...
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The sceneri and the wild life is stunning. Cape Town was fascinating.
It was a great safari where we saw the big five, the middle five and the small five. We can only recommend Baobab Ridge as a superbe lounge not to fancy but with nice surroundings and lovely personell. Safary bookings organised our lounge...
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Beautiful landscapes and extraordinary wildlife!
Our trip in South Africa was wonderful!!!Safari was an amazing experience and Garden route is plenty of beautiful landscapes and beaches. South African people are very kind and helpful!!!! Thanks to 365 Safari Tours for this unforgettable...
Absolutely amazing place, we loved it.
We loved Kruger Park, we loved our 2 days at Victoria Falls and absolutely loved our 7 days in Cape town. We organized our own trip and just had the best time, it is the most amazing place and needs to be seen to be beliieved.
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a wonderful and teaching experience
The tour was excellent! It was everything I was expecting and more! The location selected was aiming best value for money and the booking experience as well as the support throught the journey was everything a traveller would need / expect....