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Guide To Visiting Kruger National Park, South Africa

Rhinoceros in Kruger Park South Africa

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Kruger National Park is arguably the most famous game reserve in South Africa and THE place to go on safari and see African wildlife in their own backyard.

It’s known as one of Africa’s largest game reserves. Spanning across two provinces, Limpopo and the Mpumalanga, and encompassing 19,455 square kilometres, this game reserve is huge!

With lots of space, comes a lot of wild animals, and it’s possible to see each of the “Big 5” animals within the park (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and cape buffalo).

Rhinoceros in Kruger Park South Africa

As well as being home to a diverse array on animals, it’s also known for its diverse landscapes, which is mostly made up of bush plains, but also has tropical forests, rivers and lakes too.

Visiting Kruger National Park isn’t just about going on a safari, it’s an experience. You can camp inside the park, play golf with the hippos (no seriously) and go for eco walks. You will need a rental car to visit Kruger or join a tour.

In this guide, we share everything you need to know about visiting Kruger including things to do, what to see, and what to expect. We also share tips on places to stay and how to make the most of a safari.

About Kruger National Park

A rhinoceros standing in a field
rhino on the move

Kruger National Park is located in northeastern South Africa. It’s well known for having one of the best African wildlife viewing experiences, with a high concentration of animals and a developed park system of roads and accommodation.

Established in 1898 as the Sabie Game Reserve, under the watch of the first warden, James Stevenson-Hamilton. It was created to protect the wildlife of the area from poaching and habitat destruction.

The park was later renamed in honor of Paul Kruger, the former president of the South African Republic, and was officially designated as a national park in 1926.

Spanning over 19,000 square kilometers (about 7,500 square miles), Kruger National Park is renowned for its incredible biodiversity.

As well as being home to the “Big Five”, it’s home to many other species of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and bird species, such as owls and the martial eagle.

Kruger National Park is famous not only for its rich wildlife but also for its accessibility. It offers a variety of accommodation options, from luxury lodges to campsites, and has well-maintained roads for…

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