The Kruger and Mpumalanga

What are the best experiences on Kruger National Park safari packages?

The Kruger is all about the safari – whether it be on a custom-built safari vehicle, or on foot in the heart of the action in search of the famous Big Five – lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant & rhino. However outside the park, a guided tour of the Panorama Route will allow you to see more of the highlights of the region as well as learn more about how important the area was to the development of South Africa as a nation. For keen golfers, we can arrange a round of golf at the ultra-exclusive Leopard Creek Country Club when staying at a nearby lodge.

When should I travel on a Kruger National Park safari?

The summer, from November to February, can be very warm and prone to heavy afternoon thundershowers which clear the air out and make for wonderful afternoon safaris, but autumn is perfect weather for Kruger National Park tour as the cooler days and lighter rains mean good game viewing as animals stay out longer. June to August, (winter), brings shorter, cooler and drier days which make for the best game viewing season in the Kruger. The bush thins out and limited water make for extraordinary animal sightings. In spring the days are longer and warmer, the first rains of the new season arriving to give the bush a lush, verdant look to it. Excellent game viewing is assured.

Africa Travel’s top tips for a Kruger National Park safari

Travelling in the South African Winter (June to August) allows you to take advantage of better prices at many lodges and is a superb time of year for game viewing. Why not combine your safari with a trip to Victoria Falls – there are daily flights from the Kruger Mpumalanga Airport to the Victoria Falls and this allows you to easily combine 2 of the iconic highlights of Southern Africa. Or visit in high season and hop on a direct flight north to the island s of Mozambique to enjoy a wonderful bush and beach holiday.

The right accommodation for Kruger National Park safaris

Wherever you’re planning to visit for your Kruger National Park safari, Africa Travel will make sure you stay in comfortable and luxurious accommodation that is tailored to your requirements. Our dedicated staff listen to each of your needs and preferences before recommending the best Kruger Park lodges for you, which is always based on their own personal experiences.

Leading the way are world-class properties found in the portfolios of Singita, Sabi Sabi, Royal Malewane & Londolozi – all wonderfully-accommodating five-star safari lodges. Elephant-lovers should definitely book a stay at the unique Jabulani or Garonga Safari Camp, whilst keen walkers should head for Plains Camp. Saseka Tented Camp offers an experience under canvas with family Kruger National Park holidays superbly catered for in child-friendly safari lodges such as those offered by Thornybush and Chitwa Chitwa. Outside the Park are hidden property gems such as Rissington Inn, Summerfields Rose Retreat & Spa and Walkersons Hotel & Spa. Many of the camps are also sited on private concessions, meaning a truly wild safari experience, uninterrupted by other vehicles and visitors.

Why book your Kruger National Park safari with Africa Travel?

With over 30 years’ experience in creating dream trips to Africa, there is no one more qualified to organise your Kruger National Park tour than Africa Travel. We have a wealth of specialist resources to help you book your Botswana safari and as all of our staff have travelled the continent themselves you can trust that our personal recommendations will deliver the holiday you have always dreamed of. We even have staff living in Africa to ensure your trip runs as smoothly as possible. Our years of knowledge mean that we can give personalised recommendations for your trip, including the best time of year to go on safari, the best safari camps or lodges to stay at, and the best African safari guides, experts and tour guides to assist you.