How much does it cost to stay in Kruger National Park?

Types of standard accommodation Camping at most main camps cost approximately between R300 and R400 per night for two people. Bushveld Camps Bateleur, Biyamiti, Shimuwini, Sirheni and Talamati are more exclusive. No day visitors are allowed but camps generally have no shops, restaurants or other facilities.

Can you fly to Kruger National Park?

Kruger National Park is home to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP), which is a 50-minute drive from Kruger National Park’s Numbi Gate. MQP serves several airlines, including South African Airways and British Airways. Direct flights to Kruger National Park depart from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban.

How do I book a game drive at Kruger National Park?

Reservations should be made well in advance (2 months): Kruger National Park, P O Box 50, Skukuza 1350 or Tel: +27 (0)13-735-4998 or (0)13-735-4030. Furthermore, differentiated prices for adults and children are given on the guided drive options.

How many days do you need in Kruger National Park?

Kruger is the park with the greatest diversity of wildlife in South Africa, and you could spend up to a week enjoying safari and nature walks here. A minimum of two days will give you a real taste for the park’s stupendous wildlife viewing, but you’ll want at least five days to truly appreciate its diversity.

Where should I stay when visiting Kruger National Park?

Best places to stay in the Kruger National Park – southern area

  • Kruger Sunset Lodge, Mjejane Game Reserve.
  • Jock Safari Lodge, Kruger.
  • Simbambili Game Lodge, Sabi Sands.
  • Mananga Private Bush Retreat.
  • Hamiltons Tented Camp.
  • Hoyo-Hoyo Safari Lodge.
  • Buffelshoek Tented Camp.
  • Imbali Safari Lodge.

How long does it take to drive through Kruger National Park?

between five and nine hours
Allow anything between five and nine hours to get to Kruger, depending on the entrance gate you are aiming for. Once inside the park you may have to drive quite a distance to the camp for your accommodation. The speed limit in the park is 50km/h on the main roads and 40km/h on the back roads.

Can you drive in Kruger at night?

It’s not possible to drive yourself around the park at night and because the vehicle you’re in is the only one on the road, you’ll come across an unusual array of animals which have settled, undisturbed, in the middle of the road.

How many days are enough in Kruger National Park?

Which is better Masai Mara vs Kruger?

Broadly speaking, I found the Masai Mara to be very open and good for seeing a far greater volume of wildlife. The Kruger has more of a bushy environment, but I had better sightings of e.g. leopards there. The private reserves/conservancies of both areas will give you a more private accommodation.

Which African country is best for safari?

Top 10 Destinations for African Safaris

  • 1). BOTSWANA. People seem surprised when we tell them that Botswana is currently #1 on our African safari bucket list.
  • 2). KENYA.
  • 3). MALAWI.
  • 4). NAMIBIA.
  • 5). RWANDA.
  • 6). SOUTH AFRICA.
  • 7). TANZANIA.
  • 8). UGANDA.

Is Kruger National Park worth it?

The Kruger National Park is undoubtedly one of the best destinations for nature photographers as it provides excellent landscape, wildlife & bird photo opportunities. The diversity of the Kruger National Park is truly astounding.

What is a Kruger National Park holiday package?

A Kruger National Park holiday package revolves around viewing wild animals and enjoying the magic of the bush. Let Thompsons Holidays make your Kruger National Park travel experience a memorable one.

Why is Kruger Park so cheap?

Other reasons why Kruger Park is more affordable than popular safari destinations in countries like Botswana, Tanzania and Zambia is because the national park: The luxury safari lodges on the private concessions in Kruger Park and the private game reserves of Greater Kruger are unashameably marketed to the high-end traveller.

What insurance do I need for a Kruger Park holiday?

It’s highly recommended that you take out comprehensive travel insurance for a Kruger Park holiday. This should include medical insurance that covers an emergency evacuation from Kruger Park, worse case scenario to be airlifted to the nearest hospital.

When is the best time to visit the Kruger National Park?

The best time for seeing African wildlife in the Kruger National Park is the dry winter season. The bushveld is more empty allowing for better visibility of the animals. The grass is low, the bushes and trees are sparse as there is no rain, the animals migrate to the waterholes and rivers.