Practical advice By road, Sabi Sands is approximately km from Johannesburg where OR Tambo International Airport is served by daily international and domestic flights to major cities in the rest of the country. Remember to bring warm clothing as it gets cold at night and a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen to protect against the heat in the day.
Sabi Sands, like the rest of the Kruger, lies within a malaria region. Consult your doctor before you travel as it is advised to take a course of prophylaxis. Thornybush The km2 Thornybush Game Reserve is located near the town of Hoedspruit on the western border of the Kruger.
Your options here include intimate lodges like the picturesque NKaya lodge that only host eight guests at a time, deluxe private suites at The River Lodge overlooking the Monwana river and five-star villas at Simbambili Lodge that come with all the luxury trimmings you could possibly wish for.
For the budget conscious traveler Thornybush provides a neat feature in its self-catering tented camp, called Nkelenga. This is a great option for groups or families looking for a balance between doing-it-yourself holiday living while still enjoying creature comforts like a full kitchen, housekeeping and swimming pool. Highlights Daily game drives in open 4x4 vehicles with experienced trackers greatly enhance you game viewing experience. Your whole safari experience, including game drives and walks, can be specifically tailored to meet your photographic needs.
Guided nature walks give you the chance to experience the African bush first hand and the rangers are keen to share local knowledge. With over species in the reserve, birding is excellent.
Tailored game drives with an experienced guide will have you tick rare and unique species off your list of bird sightings in no time. Extensive conservation studies have been done at Thornybush on the ultra-rare Pangolin.
This elusive anteater is the most trafficed animal in the world and is critically endangered. While never a guarantee, your chances are good to spot one on a night drive at Thornybush. Practical advice Thornybush is about 5 hours drive from Johannesburg. Several daily domestic and international flights depart from OR Tambo International airport. From here where a short transfer will get you to Thornybush … Bring warm clothing as it gets cold at night and a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen to protect against the heat in the day.
Light long sleeved clothing serves as good protection from the sun too. Thornybush is situated within a malaria region. Speak to your doctor before you travel for advice on anti-malaria medication. It is not only home to the Big Five, but the sprawling savannah grasslands and riverine forests straddling the Klaserie River in the east of the reserve sees more than 40 species of mammals and over bird species … Kapama has four luxury lodges, each with their own individual flair.
The bespoke villas overlooking the Klaserie River at Karula, is suited to the discerning traveler looking for the ultimate in privacy and comfort. The River Lodge, with its contemporary design, is a more social space perfectly suited to young couples and groups of friends. At the intimate Buffalo Camp luxury safari tents set amongst the treetops are linked together by elevated walkways. The Southern Camp caters for couples and families alike in luxury suites and villas. Karula and the River Lodge also offer accommodation suitable for families.
Highlights Ditch the big vehicles and strap on some walking shoes for a guided bush walk. Skilled rangers will not only show you wildlife but also share traditional knowledge about tracking, medicinal plants and birdlife … Kapama offers a 2-day photography workshop led by a leading African wildlife photographer so you can hone your skills before heading out on game drives specifically aimed at photography.
The Romantic Sleepout lets couples experience a night under the stars on a private platform in the African bush. You even get a private chef that will prepare a five-course dinner!
Pratical advice The nearest international airport is OR Tambo International in Johannesburg, about 6 hours travel time from the reserve by car. OR Tambo is serviced by domestic flights from all over South Africa so you can also fly to Hoedspruit, the nearest local airport to Kapama.
From here it is a short transfer by car to the reserve … Kapama offers the discerning traveler the option of flying directly to the reserve from both OR Tambo and Cape Town International airports in a privately owned aircraft. Bring warm clothing as it gets cold at night and a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen to protect against the heat in the day. Wear muted colours like khaki, brown or green to avoid being easily spotted by animals.
Bright colours can attract insects. Kapama, like all of the Kruger, lies within a malaria region. Ask your doctor about malaria medication before you travel and bring insect repellent.
Light, long-sleeved clothing can help protect against mosquitoes. Ancient folklore tells of a time when the local Shangaan tribe saw a bright light streaking across the sky and crash on the African savannah.
Shortly thereafter the lions of Timbavati began giving birth to snow white cubs. These unique lions have been regarded as sacred ever since … Timbavati Game Reserve encompasses a vast km2 of savannah on the western border of the Kruger National Park. The borders are unfenced and allow wildlife, including the Big Five, to migrate freely between the reserves. An abundance of plains game like kudu, giraffe, wildebeest, buffalo and waterbuck can be seen while the endangered African wild dog is also often spotted in Timbavati.
The collection of luxury lodges at Timbavati caters for the traveller looking for a touch of class. Your African safari need not be without spa treatments, private pools and five-star cuisine! Highlights Timbavati is home to the endangered white lion and a sighting of one of these unique creatures is a once in a lifetime experience … Photographic safaris can be tailored to your needs. Professional photographers with specialised game drive vehicles will give advice, tips and can arrange additional gear if needed.
Daily personalised game drives and bush walks greatly increase your chance of animal sightings. The traditional knowledge shared by the skilled rangers is invaluable too. Timbavati is aiding rhino conservation by micro-chipping their rhino population.
Guests at the Kings Camp have the opportunity to participate in the tracking and darting process. Practical advice The Timbavati reserve is roughly a six-hour drive from Johannesburg. Daily international and domestic flights call in at OR Tambo International Airport from where you can catch a connecting flight to a local airport Hoedspruit, Nelspruit, Phalaborwa or Skukuza near the reserve … Some of the lodges in Timbavati have private runways and you may opt to travel approx.
It gets very hot in the day so bring a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Malaria is a risk in this part of Africa, so it is advised to speak to your doctor about a course of prophylaxis before you travel. When to go. When to visit Kruger National Park? January The Kruger is at its hottest during the month of January.
Evenings are generally warm and pleasant. The holiday season in South Africa lasts until the second week of the month, so to avoid the crowds it is best to head for the north of the park, one of the private concessions within Kruger or the several private reserves along its borders. Besides, the oasis of a luxury lodge personal splash pool, anyone? Game drives in these areas deliver better results than self-driving in the Kruger, as the expert game rangers can track animals off the beaten track.
The rainwater turns the African savanna beautifully lush and green, but it also means animals are harder to spot. More available water keeps them from congregating at larger water holes too.
Birding, however, is great since large numbers of migratory species can be seen. February sees the last of the summer rainfall and the occasional late afternoon thundershower can occur. The evening temperatures are usually mild. Birding is excellent during the summer months and the far northern regions Punda Maria and Pafuri of the park are especially exceptional since it sees a large number of migratory species this time of year. Since the vegetation in the park is very dense this time of year, game viewing is better done in the private reserves where expert game rangers are able to track the animals off-road, something that is taboo within the Kruger.
Summer weather makes game viewing harder for a number of reasons: animals have plenty of water and are not drawn to larger water holes, they prefer to stay put in the shade during the day and thicker vegetation makes them harder to spot.
On the flipside the greenery is great for landscape photography, birding is good and many summer-born animals can be seen. March is the last of the summer months in the Kruger and while daytime temperatures are dropping, you can still expect fairly hot days, pleasant evenings and the occasional afternoon thundershower.
March is generally a quieter time in the Kruger than the months leading up to it, so the southern and central regions see much fewer visitors. Furthermore, the abundance of water throughout the park means that fewer animals tend to congregate around larger water holes.
The month of April brings autumn to the Kruger and the vegetation in the park begins a gradual fade from lush bushveld to a dry brown and yellow palette. Rainfall decreases but the occasional afternoon thundershower still occurs. Daytime temperatures remain hot while nights are getting cooler but not cold. For the best probability of seeing animals, the private concession areas and game lodges on the western border of the Kruger are a good bet.
Here the expert guides are able to track animals better in the thick vegetation. April is also the last month in which birding is still good in the northern regions of the park — as soon as winter begins to arrive the migratory species depart for warmer climates. April often has good weather with clear skies so it is a pleasant month in terms of weather, but the park excluding private concessions and reserves gets very busy during the Easter weekend at the end of the month.
Finding accommodation in the public camps of the park can be difficult. May heralds the turning point where the climate starts to transition into winter in the Kruger. Towards the end of the month, the rain begins to dry up and the landscape becomes dry and dusty. Daytime temperatures remain warm and pleasant while evenings start getting cooler. Cooler temperatures make venturing to the far north of the park more pleasant and the thinning vegetation helps in spotting the less dense populations of animals here.
May is generally your last chance to see the landscape flourishing before winter sets in and turns the vegetation dull and brown. However, the central and southern regions see fewer visitors this time of the year and due to higher populations of animals still offer the best game viewing opportunities.
The park also sees fewer visitors in May. On the flipside, however, if you enjoy sweeping green landscapes this is not the time of the year to visit as the impending winter season turns the vegetation brown, leafless and dull.
Winter is here! June is the both the coldest and the driest month in the Kruger. Daytime temperatures are mild and humidity is low, but evenings and early mornings can get quite cold. The southern and central regions of the Kruger are best for game drives during winter since there are more rivers and other water sources, meaning these regions they carry a higher population density of animals. There are also more accommodation options here besides camping and you might be interested in staying indoors in the cold evening weather.
Evenings and early morning game drives are quite cold, however, and the bushveld is not as pretty as in the summer months. July is second only to June as the coldest month in the year and equally dry. The northern parts of the reserve receive fewer visitors which make it a good option if you want to avoid crowds. There are also other fabulous activities in the surrounding areas that will enhance your experience.
How about an amazing Kids elephant safari or a majestic hot air balloon flight? These are real once in a lifetime experiences! Other options include horseback riding, blissful spa treatments and golf. You can also see what is being done on a grassroots level for the survival of African wildlife at rehabilitation, breeding and endangered species centres. Combining any of these activities with your Kruger Park safari adventure is something you definitely should consider - maximize your holiday experience in every way.
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Crocodile Bridge Gate. Dullstroom Nature Reserve. Gustav Klingbiel Nature Reserve. Kruger National Park. Ligwalagwala Conservancy. Loskop Dam Nature Reserve. Malelane Gate. Mariepskop Nature Reserve. Mjejane Game Reserve. Mkhombo Nature Reserve. Mount Sheba Nature Reserve. Mountainlands Nature Reserve. Mthethomusha Game Reserve. Nkomazi Game Reserve. Nooitgedacht Dam Nature Reserve. Numbi Gate. Ohrigstad Dam Nature Reserve.
Paul Kruger Gate. Phabeni Gate. Rocky Drift Nature Reserve. Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Songimvelo Game Reserve. Steenkampsberg Nature Reserve. Sterkspruit Nature Reserve. Verloren Vallei Nature Reserve. Game Lodge. Khandizwe River Lodge Perched on the banks of the Crocodile River with stunning views of the adjoining Kruger National Park, we offer 4 masterfully appointed en-suite Isambane Camp Isambane Camp is a place where unforgettable adventures and thrilling wildlife encounters are made.
Self Catering. Mhelembe Lodge Mhelembe Lodge is the culmination of many a year's dreaming of living alongside Kruger Park wildlife. Simbavati River Lodge Simbavati River Lodge offers comfortable, full board accommodation in eight luxury tents and three family units. Hippo Hills Hippo Hills is a safari villa accommodating up to 10 guests. The Village Lodge The Village Lodge offers an unforgettable cultural experience of the Nguni tradition, cultural food, music and dance.
Mopani Rest Camp Mopani Rest Camp offers comfortable accommodation for up to guests and is situated within the world renowned Kruger National Park. Ndlophu Lodge Ndlophu Lodge is positioned on the banks of the magnificent Sabie River, providing accommodation with uninterrupted views over the river and into Ngalas Rest Ngalas Rest provides accommodation for 10 guests and is situated in the well known Mjejane Nature Reserve in Hectorspruit.
Nkwahle Lodge Nkwahle Lodge offers Kruger park accommodation the banks of the magnificent Sabie River, providing you with spectacular views over the river and Hamiltons Tented Camp Hamiltons Tented Camp offers guests a unique sitting to enjoy the wildlife and birdlife surrounding them. Mhlabeni Boutique Villa Mhlabeni Boutique Villa is spectacularly beautiful and offers accommodation with the most amazing bush and mountain views and is exceptionally go Buhala Lodge Buhala Lodge brings you gracious, elegant comfort with fine food and good service.
Umganu Lodge Umganu Lodge is an idyllic retreat for those wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Mangwa Lodge Mangwa Lodge is positioned on the banks of the magnificent Sabie River, providing you accommodation with uninterrupted views into the Kruger Nati Bateleur Bushveld Camp Located within the Kruger National Park, Bateleur Bushveld Camp offers comfortable accommodation and a splendid safari experience for up to 34 gu Manyeleti Safari Camp Manyeleti Safari Camp offers accommodation in a selection of chalets and is nestled away from the mainstream tourist areas amidst the unfenced b LeoLapa Situated only km from Johannesburg, and nestled on the banks of the scenic Crocodile River, this ten sleeper house boasts five luxurious en-su Lodge 23 Lodge 23 offers accommodation in an ultra-luxurious and exclusive Moroccan-styled villa, situated on the banks of the magnificent Sabie River.
Muweti Bush Lodge Muweti is a small, intimate lodge accommodating a maximum of four guests in the tented accommodation and four guests in the cottage. Ngala Luxury Lodge Ngala Luxury Lodge is positioned on the banks of the magnificent Sabie River, providing accommodation with uninterrupted, elevated views over the Simbavati Hilltop Lodge Simbavati Hilltop Lodge offers game lodge accommodation in luxury safari tents.
Mhisi Lodge Mhisi lodge offers a contemporary interpretation of a traditional African bush lodge. Thanda Lodge Thanda Lodge offers Kruger Park accommodation on the banks of the magnificent Sabie River, providing you with spectacular views over the river an Buffalo Brooke Buffalo Brooke is perched on the scenic banks of one of the Kruger National Park's greatest rivers - the Crocodile River - and is surrounded by t Awelani Lodge Awelani Lodge offers self catering accommodation in a ha eco park where one can stroll around and spot a number of small animals and birds.
Leadwood Leadwood offers guests accommodation within the beautiful Mjejane Game Reserve which is incorporated into the Kruger National Park. Buffalo Hotel Buffalo Hotel is the oldest hotel in Hectorspruit and is a national and internationally renowned holiday destination. Crocodile Bend Crocodile Bend offers accommodation in a wheelchair friendly house located in the Mjejane Reserve just outside of Hectorspruit.
Matumi Matumi Lodge offers Kruger Park accommodation on the banks of the magnificent Sabie River, providing you with spectacular views over the river an Nyarhi Lodge Nyarhi Lodge offers accommodation on the banks of the magnificent Sabie River, providing you with uninterrupted views over the river and into the Yingwe Lodge Yingwe Lodge offers accommodation on the banks of the magnificent Sabie River, providing you with uninterrupted elevated views over the river and Buffelshoek Tented Camp Buffelshoek Tented Camp offers luxury tented accommodation from where you can view wildlife grazing on the open savannah beyond.
Rhino Walking Safaris Rhino Walking Safaris specialises in luxury walking safaris in 12, hectares of pristine bushveld in the only wilderness concession in the Krug AM Lodge Located in the pristine Klaserie region AM Lodge brings together all aspects of its surroundings to create meaningful experiences that you will r Chitwa Chitwa Chitwa Chitwa is more than just a luxury private game lodge in the bush.
Breakfast in Kruger National Park If you are travelling in the vicinity of or live close to the beautiful Kruger National Park why not combine an early morning game drive with bre Olifants River Back Pack Trail Are you feeling energetic, enthusiastic and up for an exciting challenge? Malopeni 4x4 Trail The Malopeni 4x4Trail is one of the routes offered by the Kruger National Park, which continues to be one of the top safari destinations of the w Lebombo 4x4 Trail Komatipoort is a small town in the beautiful South African province of Mpumalanga, and is situated just outside the Kruger National Park.
Numbi Gate An unusual name: Numbi. Greater Kruger National Park. Want to stay overnight? The game drives from Olifants are spectacular as you have the choice of a number of rivers to explore. The accommodation is geared for family-friendly, self-catering holidays in Kruger with a choice of bungalows, family cottages and semi-luxury guesthouses. There is no camping site in Olifants but there is a popular day visitor spot for picnics and barbeques.
The large camp offers everything you need for a safari holiday in a more remote section of Kruger, including a lovely restaurant, large shop, fuel station and medical clinic. To learn more about the Big Tuskers elephants in the Olifants area, visit the Elephant Hall at Letaba Rest Camp which is a scenic minute drive away.
Located in northern Kruger, Shingwedzi Rest Camp is a quieter camp but still hugely popular. The rustic rest camp retains much of its original charm and is relatively unspoilt by modern technology.
Staying at Shingwedzi is all about immersing yourself in the peace and tranquility of beautiful bushveld surrounds. Lying nestled on the banks of the lush Shingwedzi River, the accommodation is laid out in two adjacent rings. Visitors have a choice of bungalows, traditional Kruger rondavels, family cottages and a semi-luxury guesthouse. The game in the dry, semi-arid plains is a bit sparse but you should see large herds of elephant and buffalo congregating closer to the river.
Walking safaris are very popular in northern Kruger as well as guided night drives with SANParks rangers. Shingwedzi is positioned on the border of Far North Kruger so birdlife is prolific. The private concessions are operated by private entities on land on loan from the government. They are unashameably marketed to the high-end wildlife traveller and offer luxurious accommodation and world-class facilities.
The private concessions offer guests a more authentic with low tourist numbers. Daily game drives are in an open safari vehicle with a dedicated guide and tracker.
The private concessions were authorised by government to generate much-needed income for the Park from international tourism. Private decks overlook the Mpanamana Dam and beautiful bushveld surrounds. Camp Shawu is the sister camp of Camp Shonga on a 15 hectare private concession. Camp Shonga is a small intimate bush retreat built in the foothills of the Lebombo Mountains, offering views over the African bushveld as far as the eye can see.
Hamiltons Tented Camp offers an authentic safari experience coupled with pure luxury and indulgence. There are 6 superb canvas tents at Hamiltons Tented Camp which lie nested in a grove of ancient Jackalberry trees on the banks of a seasonal river.
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge is an exclusive safari lodge that lies nestled in a lush riverine forest on the banks of the Mluwati River. It offers guests the choice of 6 beautifully decorated air-conditioned suites with luxurious features. The tented units at Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge look onto a waterhole and beautiful bushveld surrounds.
Imbali Safari Lodge has 12 spacious private suites. Activities include daily morning and evening game drives, guided bush walks and spa treatments in the comfort of your private suite. Jock Safari Lodge offers luxury safari accommodation on what was the first private concession in the Kruger Park.
The luxurious safari lodge exudes old-world charm combined with the distinctive character of the Zulu and Shangaan cultures. Lukimbi Safari Lodge is a 5-star luxury safari lodge located in southern Kruger on the largest concession in the national park.
With only one deluxe safari lodge operating in a private area that spans 15 hectares, guests staying at Lukimbi Safari Lodge are guaranteed the ultimate exclusive safari experience. The Outpost is located in the extreme north of the Kruger Park in the Makuleke region which is bordered to the north by the Limpopo River and Zimbabwe and Mozambique to the east. It offers luxurious accommodation in a spectacular setting which is renowned for its incredible biodiversity and prolific birdlife.
Shishangeni Private Lodge is built on what was the last private concession allocated to private operators in the Kruger National Park. Waking up at the crack of dawn for a sunrise game drive, returning to camp to relax, eat, drink and sleep and heading out again for a mid-afternoon drive is the circle of life in Kruger Park. Game drives in open safari vehicles with a SANParks ranger or a dedicated range from one of the luxury lodges usually last about 3 hours, with a pitstop at a beautiful vantage point for snacks and drinks.
These are short, easy-going and you walk with an armed ranger. For something far more exciting and challenging, put one of the popular Kruger wilderness walking trails on your safari bucket list. This involves serious walking in remote bushveld with the real risk of wild animals all around you.
Your kids will also learn more about elephant evolution, biology and behaviour. Letaba Elephant Hall welcomes school kids on education tours and offers a host of activities and games for children so they can learn more about these gentle giants while having some fun.
You have the choice of a full-day trail or can spend a whole week in the Park on an overland trail. These are organised out of Olifants Rest Camp in central-east Kruger Park in an area renowned for its strong populations of elephant.
There are over recorded bird species in the Kruger Park, of which are year-round residents. Many bird species are endemic which means they are not found anywhere else. Kruger Park is home to many globally-threatened species. In the Pafuri area, quite a few birds listed on the red data species are found in healthy numbers. This includes the bateleur eagle and southern ground-hornbill as well as the lappet-faced vulture, martial eagle, kori bustard and grey-headed parrot.
Birdlife is prolific throughout the Park but the best place to go for birding is Far North Kruger. Stay at Pafuri Camp and enjoy incredible bird sightings. Who says you have to miss out on golf while on holiday in Kruger Park? The Skukuza Golf Course in southern Kruger is legendary. It was established in as a recreational facility for Skukuza staff members and later opened to the public.
Watch out for hippo and crocodiles in the water holes. The 19th holes is the best hole. This fascinating facility is located at the entrance into Skukuza Rest Camp.
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