Kruger National Park

Kruger National Park

Whereby almost two million hectares of unmatched fauna and flora combines with historical as well as archaeological points of interest, this is where you will find the Real Africa.

The World famous Kruger National Park is located in the North East corner of South Africa while bordering Mozambique from the East, Zimbabwe from the North, and the Crocodile River from the South. The Kruger covers 2 000 000 hectares and additionally is split into 14 distinct eco-zones, each and every sustaining distinct wildlife. Private game reserves border the National park and include world-famous names, for example, Sabi Sand, Thornybush, Timbavati, Klaserie, Kapama and MalaMala just to name but a few.

The Kruger Park is truly one of the primary destinations within South Africa and in fact, is regarded as the flagship of South African National Parks. Here we offer information relating to travel within the Park and surrounding reserves.

Travel In The Kruger Park

  • Kruger Park Lodges

    Our specially selected portfolio of properties in one of the world’s largest and premier wildlife reserves, stretching across the two provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo. Adjoining are many smaller private game reserves or concession areas with wildlife flowing freely between the two.

  • Kruger Park Safaris

    We offer a wide and comprehensive portfolio of bespoke South African safaris in the Kruger National Park, ranging from walking and camping to self-drive and fly-in and packages designed for families or honeymooners.

    Tours to the Kruger National Park, Timbavati Game Reserve or Sabi Sand Game Reserve are a must when one is in South Africa on holiday; combine with Cape Town for best results.

  • Kruger Photo Gallery

    The Kruger National Park and adjoining private game reserves offer visitors some of the best wildlife and birdlife sightings anywhere on the African continent. It is here on this page that we showcase some of our own photographs that we have had the opportunity of snapping over the past two decades.

  • Kruger Lodges Visited

    Kruger National Park lodges and safari camps visited and photographed by the Uyaphi.com team on numerous visits to this fantastic safari destination in South Africa. The list is relatively short at the moment as we have not had the time to add all that we have on record.

  • Kruger Bird List

    Birding in the Kruger. To put it simply, there is no better area/ region within South Africa that can come close in terms of pure bird numbers. From the Pafuri region in the North to the Sabi Sand Reserve in the South and everything in between, one is guaranteed a birding experience second to none.

  • Kruger Mammal List

    The +147 mammal species available in the Kruger is the main drawcard for most. On this page, we offer a checklist of the mammals that one has the chance of spotting either from within the Kruger herself or in one of the adjoining private game reserves (Sabi Sand, Timbavati or Thornybush).

  • Getting To The Kruger

    We offer quite a few ways on how one can get to the various areas within and surrounding the National Park, these options include self-drive, guided road transfers as well as fly-in (commercial or private charters). Self-drive and guided road transfers; one can look in the region of +- 6 hours, whereas the flight time is +- 90 minutes one way from Johannesburg.

  • Kruger Park Map

    Our map of the Kruger National Park in which we with the aid of Google maps showcase all of the safari lodges and camps that we offer on Uyaphi.com. We feature safari establishments on this map both within the national park as well as surrounding private game reserves.

  • Malaria In Kruger

    Malaria is present throughout the year in and around the Kruger National Park with the HIGH-RISK period being between the months of October and May. When travelling within the Kruger Park area it is highly recommended that one takes all necessary precautions and advice against the disease.

  • When To Visit The Kruger

    When To Visit The Kruger

    An all year round safari destination. The dry winters months May through October are best for game viewing while offering daytime temperatures that are comfortable and pleasant. November through April, when the rains arrive they transform the Kruger into a lush green paradise, best for birding as well as that famous "beach and bush safari" itinerary.

  • Kruger General Information

    Kruger General Information

    Size & Location: North Eastern South Africa, covering an area of + 2 000 000 Ha
    When to visit the park: Year-round (summer can be very hot and humid though)
    Climate: Subtropical, humid rainy summers. Daytime temps. up to + 35°C
    Rainfall: 500mm per annum
    Altitude: 140m - 600m (approx.) above sea level

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Popular Kruger Park Lodges
  • Lion Sands Narina Lodge
    With nine thatched suites are available at Lion Sands Narina Lodge with each suite having a private game viewing deck as well as a private heated plunge pool, and this is before you even embark on a "Big 5" safari with the Kruger National Park.
  • Sabi Sabi Little Bush Camp
    Little Bush Camp, hidden on the banks of the Msuthu River, is the newest addition to the Sabi Sabi Reserve 's family of 5-star lodges. Six luxury suites, each with a private viewing deck overlooking a riverbed, are designed in contemporary African style.
  • Royal Malewane
    Royal Malewane provides an escape from the constraints of modern life to a synthesis of wildest Africa and age-old colonial splendour. As the lodge is set deep in the African bush, this is ideal for the traveller who wants to experience true Africa.
  • MalaMala Sable Camp
    Sable Camp is situated at the southern end of the Game Reserve in a prime elevated position overlooking the Sand River and surrounding African bush, an ideal retreat for the more reclusive traveller who prefers privacy and exclusivity.
  • Lion Sands River Lodge
    Lion Sands River Lodge offers up 20 large thatched safari suites, River Lodge is all about spirit, warmth, nature and relaxation all rolled up into that home from home feel. Located in the Southern Sabi Sand Reserve overlooking the Sabie River.
  • Lion Sands Tinga Lodge
    Lion Sands Tinga Lodge with 9 thatched air-conditioned suites offers stunning views of the Sabie River and regular "Big 5" sightings is situated with the Kruger National Park on the Southern border with the Sabi Sand Reserve.