Kruger National Park Tours from Johannesburg
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10 best Kruger National Park tours from Johannesburg
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- Kruger & Coast (5 destinations)
- 5 DAY - KRUGER SAFARI OVERLAND TOUR / ACCOMMODATED
- South Africa Youth Adventure - 12 days
- Kruger National Park & Panorama Route Safari - 3 days
- Real Southern Africa (13 destinations)
- 8 Day | Kruger National Park and Cape Town
- 3 Day Lodge and Treehouse Kruger Park Safari
- Geluxe: South Africa: Kruger Wildlife Tracking & Vineyards
- 4 Day Lodge and Treehouse Kruger Park Safari
- 3 Day Classic Kruger Park Safari
Kruger & Coast (5 destinations)
21 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The views and scenery are incredible, make sure you have loads of storage on your phone or camera!”
Roisin, traveled in November
The route stretches east from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park via Panorama Route. Multiple game drives cover 20-70km through the park's diverse zones before reaching Hlane Royal National Park, with stops at scenic viewpoints.
Duration 9 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Hlane Royal National Park, St Lucia, Durban Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $2,070
5% Off- NZ$1,966You save $104
5 DAY - KRUGER SAFARI OVERLAND TOUR / ACCOMMODATED
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Accommodations were perfect locations. Would definitely travel with Drifters again.”
Susan, traveled in February
Game drives sweep through Kruger National Park's southern section from Hazyview lodge. Expert guides lead full-day excursions, including stops at rest camps before returning to accommodations.
Duration 5 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Hazyview Age Range up to 78 year olds Operator Drifters Adventure Tours From
5% Off- NZ$1,725
Duration 12 days Destinations Johannesburg, Soweto, Graskop, Dullstroom, Kruger National Park, Eswatini, Hlane Royal National Park, Cape Town Age Range 18 to 49 year olds Operator On The Go Tours From $5,575
10% Off- NZ$5,018You save $558
Kruger National Park & Panorama Route Safari - 3 days
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a great mix between wildlife, beautiful landscapes and South African history.”
Katharina, traveled in March
A 5-hour scenic route leads from OR Tambo airport area to Kruger National Park's Orpen gate. The final day includes 150km of game drives before returning to Johannesburg.
Duration 3 days Destinations Johannesburg, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park Age Range up to 95 year olds Operator Amatungulu Tour From
10% Off- NZ$1,412
The 400km route connects Johannesburg to Kruger Park. Game drives cover multiple sections in overland vehicles, with optional night safaris near Skukuza. A 9-10 hour return to Johannesburg concludes the adventure.
Duration 17 days Destinations South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From
10% Off- NZ$3,715
8 Day | Kruger National Park and Cape Town
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Perfect organization.”
Gediminas, traveled in March
Scenic stops at God's Window, Three Rondavels, and Blyde River Canyon dot the route from Johannesburg to Kruger Park. Graskop village precedes extensive game viewing in Kruger's ecosystems.
Duration 8 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Cape Town, Table Mountain Age Range 12 to 75 year olds Operator Timeline Travel DMC From $3,697
15% Off- NZ$3,143You save $555
Morning departure before 9:30 AM from Johannesburg crosses farmlands to Tremisana Lodge in Balule Section. Day 2 focuses on Kruger Park's Orpen area, with return via Three Rondawels and Blyde River Canyon, reaching Johannesburg by 5 PM.
Duration 3 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operator Viva Safaris From
15% Off- NZ$1,319
Your safari begins in Johannesburg, leading to Hoedspruit and Kruger via Pridelands Conservancy. Expert guides lead wildlife tracking through prime safari territories across varied park regions.
Duration 11 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Franschhoek, Cape Town Age Range 18 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From $11,639
25% Off- NZ$8,729You save $2,910
Wildlife encounters await in Kruger's wilderness, from Balule Reserve to the Orpen-Satara region. Game drives and walks fill four days before returning via Three Rondawels viewpoint.
Duration 4 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operator Viva Safaris From
25% Off- NZ$1,554
3 Day Classic Kruger Park Safari
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“great experience and great staff- thank you”
Shannon, traveled in December
Sunset drives at Tremisana Lodge's Balule Reserve open the adventure. A full day in Orpen/Satara region follows, then sunrise drives and Three Rondawels visits before the 400km return to Johannesburg.
Duration 3 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Viva Safaris From
25% Off- NZ$1,417
What people love about Kruger National Park Tours from Johannesburg
- Kruger & Coast (5 destinations)
The tour was outstanding, Way beyond my expectations in every way! The group was small, only 11 participants from all ages and stages of life. innocent, our tour guide was absolutely brilliant!!!! He was kind, funny, organized, fluent in english. As a bonus.. innocent cooked for us awesome food every day:) Danny, his co-mate and our driver was also a a great and funny guy. Together they were super super natural leaders!! I felt in very good hands. Accommodation in every camp/ homestay was well organized. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone. Thank you Intrepid, an absolute winner all round!
- Kruger National Park & Panorama Route Safari - 3 days
Really fun tour and Jakes was an amazing guide!
- 8 Day | Kruger National Park and Cape Town
I really enjoyed this tour, it was well organized, Andrew was very helpful. I strongly recommend.
What our customers ask about Kruger National Park Tours from Johannesburg
How long is the drive from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park?
The journey between Johannesburg and Kruger National Park takes about 5-6 hours by road depending on traffic and chosen route. Tour operators often plan stops at key points along the Panorama Route including Blyde River Canyon and Three Rondavels making the trip more engaging. A recent traveler noted: "The drive was longer than expected about 6-7 hours but our guide made interesting stops which broke up the journey nicely."
What are the best accommodation options near Kruger National Park when starting from Johannesburg?
Accommodations near Kruger National Park fit various budgets and preferences. The Mdluli Safari Lodge inside the park provides luxury tents with private bathrooms and infinity pools. Other quality options include Tshukudu Game Lodge with air-conditioned rooms Braai Safari Lodge in Hoedspruit and Rafiki Bush Lodge. A TourRadar traveler noted: "Enjoyed stay in lodge unique experience on sunrise walking tour in Kruger park as well as sunset game drive."
What wildlife can I expect to see on these tours?
Kruger National Park houses the Big 5 (lion leopard elephant buffalo rhino) alongside 140 additional mammal species and 500 bird species. Regular sightings occur during game drives from locations like Marloth Park. A TourRadar traveler shared: "5+ Stars! We saw all the big 5 ate well felt safe and had an absolutely amazing once in a lifetime type guide at Timbaviti game lodge."
What's the best time of year to take a Kruger tour starting from Johannesburg?
The dry winter season from May to September offers prime game viewing opportunities as animals gather around water sources in Kruger National Park. The Skukuza region shows particularly high wildlife activity during this period. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We saw all the Big 5 and loads of other animals during our winter visit. The elevated height of the 4x4 open-sided vehicle makes for excellent viewing and photographic opportunities."
What are the common pickup locations in Johannesburg for these tours?
Tour pickups typically happen at O.R. Tambo International Airport Sandton hotels and most Johannesburg accommodations. Common collection points include the City Lodge at O.R. Tambo Airport and hotels in Kempton Park. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The pickup from our Sandton hotel was smooth and right on time at 7:00 AM."
How many game drives are typically included in Johannesburg to Kruger tours?
Standard 3-4 day tours feature 2-3 daily game drives scheduled during morning and afternoon/evening hours. Lodges such as Simbavati George Camp organize dawn and dusk drives. According to a TourRadar traveler: "We had amazing game viewing opportunities with both early morning and sunset drives plus optional night drives to spot nocturnal animals."
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