Kruger National Park Tours & Trips
Have you dreamed of getting wonderfully close to the Big Five? At Kruger National Park you'll spot lions stretched in tall grass, elephant families moving across plains, leopards resting in trees and rhinos grazing as the sun comes up. The park's mix of open savanna and thick woodland creates perfect conditions. If you’re a wildlife fan, this one should be on your bucket-list.
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Valery • traveled in November
Fantastic experience with an amazing crew. Our team went above and beyond to ensure that we had a pleasant and educational safari. Full of discoveries, very informative. They always catered to our needs and wants. Our driver Hendrick is a model. We were always on time and felt safe throughout the journey. Our spotter "Speedy" is such a hard worker, easy going and friendly. Above all, Corlin , our team leader was more of a friend than anything else. Very knowledgeable, patient and funny. I regret spending only a week in their company. The stops were well planned, camping was actually more comfortable than expected. We had plenty of opportunities to shop for items we had forgotten. Breakfast and dinner were made daily, on time and were always more than enough. Good variety and quality. I will travel with my team again!
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Filipe • traveled in August
Very well organised and great food
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Jens • traveled in October
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4 Day Classic Kruger Park Safari
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- The best Kruger National Park tour packages
- Travel Kruger National Park your way
- Best tour companies for Kruger National Park tours
- Best places to start your Kruger National Park tour
- Kruger National Park tours for every type of group
- Top Kruger National Park travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Kruger National Park
- Kruger National Park travel guides - curated by our experts
- Contact our Kruger National Park travel experts
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Vic Falls to Kruger
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was exactly as the itinerary described.”
Jennifer, traveled in January
Kruger National Park's vast wilderness teems with the Big Five and 150 mammal species. Night drives reveal nocturnal wildlife, while visits to Black Mambas headquarters and authentic African camping under starlit skies complete the adventure.
Duration 9 days Destinations Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Matobo National Park, Tshipise, Kruger National Park, Johannesburg Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,230
20% Off- NZ$2,584You save $646
Amazing South Africa
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We could not be happier about our experience. The office support was great with our ongoing delays.”
Arlene, traveled in February
Kruger National Park unfolds from 4-star Hazyview lodges. Full-day game drives track the Big 5, while expert guides share insights about the park's diverse ecosystems and wildlife.
Duration 9 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wonderful Holidays UK From
20% Off- NZ$5,758
Kruger & Panorama Escap: 5-Day South African Safari & Scenic Adventure
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
Duration 5 days Destinations Johannesburg, Dullstroom, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Graskop, Malelane, Skukuza, Kruger National Park Age Range Ages 9+ Operated in English, German Operator T.S TOURS From
20% Off- NZ$3,790
Kruger National Park 3D/2N
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Very friendly staff, great service, amazing breakfast and dinner and well arranged trips.”
Haytham, traveled in December
Rated 4.9/5, this intimate wildlife adventure showcases sunset and full-day game drives in open Landcruisers through Kruger's prime Big Five territory. Lodging near Phabeni Gate includes gourmet meals. Suitable for ages 10+, costing around $800.
Duration 3 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Bamba Travel From
20% Off- NZ$1,408
3 Day | Private Safari Tour - Manyeleti Private Game Reserve
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour was very knowledgeable and professional.”
Dearne, traveled in November
Big 5 game viewing unfolds in open safari vehicles at Manyeleti Private Game Reserve, led by expert rangers. The luxury lodge provides morning and sunset drives, plus gourmet dining for approx. $420 per day. Highlights include Blyde River canyon and the historic gold mining village of Graskop.
Duration 3 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Timeline Travel DMC From
20% Off- NZ$1,706
Kruger National Park Safari from Kruger Mpumalanga Int. Airport (KMI/MQP) and Panorama Route
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Accommodation at Hazyview was of a high standard. Safaris and panorama tour was excellent.”
Paul, traveled in August
Big Five viewing reaches its peak in Kruger's wildlife areas, with eco-lodges offering private balconies. Open vehicle safaris led by professional guides pair with traditional boma dinners and optional night drives.
Duration 5 days Destinations Mbombela, Skukuza, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, Kruger National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Amatungulu Tour From
20% Off- NZ$3,256
Cape Town, Kruger & Victoria Falls ( Luxurious accommodation )
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The beauty of Cape Town & the wine tour captivated us, it was the private game reserve safari near Kruger National Park that stood as the pinnacle of our trip.”
Ruben, traveled in March
Six game drives at Oase Lodge's private 530-hectare reserve put you on the trail of the Big Five. Luxury all-inclusive accommodation includes sundowners and gourmet meals while exploring Greater Kruger's wildlife.
Duration 9 days Destinations Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Little Roz Tours From $5,169
20% Off- NZ$4,135+$1,551 local paymentsYou save $1,034
3 Days Best Ever Kruger National Park Safari from Cape Town
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“They provided timely, comprehensive and caring service at all steps.”
Wanda, traveled in December
Wildlife thrives during this 3-day adventure featuring morning and afternoon game drives in Kruger National Park. A comfortable game lodge in Hazyview provides breakfast and accommodation. Rated 4.0/5, including return domestic flights.
Duration 3 days Destinations Cape Town, Kruger National Park Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Africa Moja Tours And Safaris From
20% Off- NZ$2,305
5-Day Simbavati George Camp,(Greater Kruger) All-Inclusive
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“All staff was top quality. PARTICULARY Jaques ,the guide had an enormous knowledge of all wildlife and also plants.”
Guenter, traveled in June
Nhlaralumi River's edge hosts this lodge in Kruger's Timbavati Reserve, offering Big Five viewing and rare white lion sightings. Luxury tents showcase spacious viewing decks overlooking an elephant waterhole. Package covers internal flights, all meals, and expert-guided safaris.
Duration 5 days Destinations Johannesburg, Kruger National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Professional Safari Africa From
20% Off- NZ$9,304
South Africa: Tryst with the Wild Life & the Iconic Cape Town
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Communication was good. All went smoothly.”
Lori, traveled in October
Full-day game drives through Kruger National Park's diverse ecosystems reveal the Big 5 from open safari vehicles. The 4-star Hazyview Lodge provides comfort between guided bush experiences and included dinners.
Duration 9 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Cape Town Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
20% Off- NZ$6,201
Travel Kruger National Park your way
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Best places to start your Kruger National Park tour
Most people start their Kruger trip from Johannesburg, with our data showing 66 travelers chose this route last year. Another 17 began from Cape Town and some travelers connected their safari with Victoria Falls starting in Zimbabwe. Our booking patterns show you should plan about 3.5 months (103 days) ahead to get your preferred lodging and dates, especially for July, August and also September when viewing conditions peak. Many guests like to mix guided and self-drive experiences - they'll start with a pro guide to learn wildlife spotting basics, then explore on their own. The park's rest camps give you good value, while private lodges offer premium experiences with skilled trackers and exclusive drives. We've found first-timers really enjoy our sunset drives where they can spot nocturnal animals and watch the bush transition from daylight to dark.
Kruger National Park tours for every type of group
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Top Kruger National Park travel itineraries to fit your plans
Demographics
Solo Travelers103 tours- Couples88 tours
- Young Adults (18 - 39)5 tours
- Seniors (50+)50 tours
Best time to visit Kruger National Park
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter safari tours from June through August give you the best chances to spot wildlife in the crisp morning air. Our most-booked 8-day route takes you from Johannesburg to Kruger with full-day game drives - you'll catch lions in action during those perfect dawn hours when visibility stretches far across the dry winter brush. The 12-day Kruger and Victoria Falls combo works really well now; you'll do morning 4x4 drives and also catch sunset river cruises when water levels dip just right for wildlife spotting. For something extra special, the 7-day premium option puts you in luxury lodges where elephants drink right by your private deck, with expert trackers showing you the prime spots. Quick 3-day Kruger tours pack in dawn and dusk drives when the cool air brings predators out. The 9-day combo lets you mix Kruger safaris with coastal trips, and winter's clear skies make game viewing particularly good.
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- Spring 2026
Those first spring rains from September through November transform everything, making this perfect for varied safari experiences. The 9-day tours really shine now - you'll track rhinos on foot in the morning light and spend evenings learning local traditions in nearby villages. Our premium 8-day routes make wildlife spotting easy against the fresh green grass, with guides who know exactly where animals emerge. The big 12-day journey from Victoria Falls through Zimbabwe and also into Kruger lets you mix waterfall views with safari drives as new grass draws grazers out. Quick 3-day Kruger visits work great in spring's mild temperatures when animals stay active. The 7-day luxury option puts you in fancy tented camps with private decks perfect for watching the seasons change.
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- Summer 2026
Summer brings out all the babies from December through February, which our photo enthusiasts particularly love. The premium 8-day tours start with early drives to catch predators before the heat kicks in, then let you cool off at luxury lodges with infinity pools. Our 12-day route through Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and also Kruger shows you everything from protective elephant families to lion cubs learning their first hunting moves. The 9-day combo tours mix Kruger drives with coastal exploration right when marine life gets really active. Even the quick 3-day safaris deliver in summer, thanks to guides who know exactly when animals seek shade. The 7-day premium stays put you in elevated lodges where you can watch summer unfold as animals gather at the waterholes below.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn's mild weather and thinning vegetation from March through May make wildlife really easy to spot. The premium 8-day tours mix dawn game drives with sunset drinks on kopje rocks when the light turns perfect for photos. The full 12-day journey from Victoria Falls through Zimbabwe and also into Kruger gets you tracking rhinos on foot and joining anti-poaching teams on their rounds. Our 9-day adventure connects Kruger wildlife with coastal experiences just as whales start migrating. The focused 3-day trips hit all the key spots thanks to trackers who know where animals gather as the seasons shift. For something special, the 7-day premium option puts you in luxury lodges where you can watch elephants and buffalo drink while golden afternoon light paints everything. From what our travelers tell us, several tour operators stand out for Kruger Park safaris. G Adventures and Intrepid Travel get solid feedback - their guides know their stuff and the food gets high marks. The accommodations work well and everything runs smoothly. One of our clients had particularly good things to say about their experience with Amatungulu Tours and their guide Jakes. They mentioned how he really tailored the experience and shared deep knowledge about both the wildlife and South African history. This kind of local expertise makes a real difference on safari. For spotting the Big Five, Endless Summer Tours came recommended by someone who managed to see all of them. Having a guide who knows exactly where to look and when to visit specific areas can make or break your chances of seeing these animals. It's worth noting that while we don't have a huge number of reviews yet, the feedback we do have is consistently positive across these operators. Each seems to offer something a bit different - whether it's the personal touch of a smaller outfit like Amatungulu or the well-oiled operations of larger companies like G Adventures and Intrepid.
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Kruger National Park travel guides - curated by our experts
Kruger National Park Guide: 6 Things to Know
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Kruger - Animals & Wildlife
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What About Cultural Experiences Near Kruger?
The Bakone Open-Air Museum near Polokwane is this amazing window into local tribal life. You'll see traditional fire-making techniques watch how food was prepared and check out authentic dwellings. Our Kruger & Matobo Rhino Encounter actually takes you right into this experience letting you connect with the rich cultural heritage firsthand.
How's Kruger Handling Wildlife Protection?
Kruger's really stepped up its game against poaching. They've got dedicated ranger patrols modern surveillance tech and these fantastic community conservation programs all working together to protect vulnerable species like rhinos and elephants. On our Vic Falls to Kruger adventure you can actually join up with the Black Mambas — this incredible all-female anti-poaching unit with 36 young African women. They'll take you on a bush walk and show you exactly how they're fighting to protect these amazing animals.