Malaria In Kruger

The Kruger National Park DOES fall within a malaria area and it is highly recommended that one takes all necessary precautions against the disease.

Medium risk of exposure between June and September (winter)
High risk of exposure between October and May (the rainy season/summer)

PLEASE NOTE THAT ONE MUST ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR, PHARMACIST, LOCAL MALARIA SPECIALIST BEFORE EMBARKING ON A SAFARI TO A MALARIA AREA - THE CONTENTS ARE DESIGNED TO BE A GUIDE ONLY - CONDITIONS DO CHANGE.

Have a look at our 'Malaria In Africa' page for more information on the disease.

The below map of the Kruger Park region is only to give an approximate idea of where malaria can be found, it is in no ways accurate.

Kruger Park Malaria Information

Kruger Family Friendly Lodges

Romantic Kruger Park Lodges

Best Spas in the Kruger

Senalala Safari Lodge

Senalala Safari Lodge in the wildlife-rich Klaserie Game Reserve, a small and intimate offering in which one can escape the madness that is the outside world. Senalala delivers an unparalleled bush viewing experience, via both game drives and walking safaris.

Tanda Tula Safari Camp

Twelve 12 luxuriously appointed tented suites, Tanda Tula Safari Camp offers some of the best game viewing traversing 1000's of hectares of pristine African wilderness within the Timbavati Private Game Reserve.

Shumbalala Lodge

One of the Shumbalala Lodges key attractions is its underground wine cellar in full view of the river. This unique facility is perfect for an intimate dinner for two or can be converted into a small conference room with added atmosphere.

Becks Safari Camp

The amazing Becks Safari Lodge combines innovative design and luxury living, an upmarket offering for those that demand only the best. Located in the 'Big 5' Karongwe Reserve, Becks offers luxury living with an absolute appreciation for the surrounding South African bushveld.

Kambaku River Sands

The luxurious Kambaku River Sands in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve offers guests that perfect Big 5 safari away from the crowds of the Southern Kruger region. The lodge offers guests an opportunity to experience wildlife free-roaming from their own private room deck.

Xanatseni Private Camp

Xanatseni Private Camp is a thatched, full board camp that can be found deep inside the Klaserie that offers up the charm and ambience of a bygone safari era. Boasting 5 thatched rooms, a Boma area, swimming pool and not forgetting amazing wildlife.