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Discover South Africa’s wild side on safari
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Find your own rhythm in South Africa’s wild places
Explore Kruger and its neighbouring reserves
Set your own pace in South Africa’s most famous safari destination
Follow Kruger’s public roads through woodland, riverbanks and open savannah, stopping at rest camps along the way. You can explore in your own vehicle or join a guided drive. Some private reserves along the park’s borders offer a more secluded stay, with smaller lodges and guided wildlife viewing.
Discover Madikwe Game Reserve
A family-friendly safari in a malaria-free setting
Located in South Africa’s North West province, near the Botswana border, Madikwe is a vast reserve with room to explore. Keep watch for elephants, lions and leopards, as well as African wild dogs. Its malaria-free setting and family-friendly lodges make it a popular choice for families planning a safari.
Safari through the Waterberg at Welgevonden
Mountain scenery and a sense of wilderness
Welgevonden sits among the hills of the Waterberg, where open bushveld and rocky slopes create a striking backdrop for a safari. Explore the reserve on a game drive and look out for wildlife across its varied habitats. You can also discover ancient rock art in the reserve, adding a cultural dimension to your stay.
Follow the rivers on safari in Karongwe
A changing landscape to explore
Six rivers weave through Karongwe Private Game Reserve, sustaining a mix of riverine forest, open plains and bushveld. On morning or afternoon game drives, experienced guides and trackers look for fresh tracks, listen for alarm calls and follow signs of wildlife. As the terrain shifts from riverbanks to open grassland, each drive offers a different view of the reserve.
Pair a Pilanesberg safari with a nearby leisure resort
Wildlife and entertainment side by side
Pilanesberg’s rugged hills and open plains lie within the remains of an ancient volcanic crater. Take a self-drive or guided game drive, keeping watch for elephants, rhinos and other wildlife. Nearby, Sun City brings a lively change of pace, with waterslides, restaurants and entertainment to enjoy after time in the bush.
Enjoy breakfast in the bush
An early meal after a morning drive
Some safari lodges serve breakfast outdoors in the reserve after an early game drive. Pause for coffee and a meal as the bush comes to life around you.
Pause for a sundowner
Drinks and light bites as the sun goes down
Many evening game drives pause at a scenic spot for a drink and light snacks as the sun sets over the reserve. It’s a chance to take in the changing colours as the sky glows gold and rose above the bush.
Gather around the campfire for a boma dinner
South African flavours beneath the African night sky
At some safari lodges, the evening brings a fireside meal. South African favourites like braai and slow-cooked potjiekos are served in an open-air boma, where the relaxed atmosphere invites you to linger and share stories from the day.
Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
Family-friendly comfort with a view of the waterhole
At the heart of Sabi Sabi Private Reserve, Bush Lodge brings together traditional safari character and relaxed contemporary style. From the safari deck, you can watch for animals visiting the waterhole, then unwind by one of the pools or at Amani Spa. Families have their own space to enjoy the bush, too, with the EleFun Centre offering nature-themed activities for children.
Madikwe Safari Lodge, Lelapa Camp
A family safari with elephants often close by
Lelapa Camp is designed to welcome families of all ages, with spacious family suites, child-friendly spaces and room to spend time together or find a quiet corner. The communal pool and lounge overlook an active waterhole, where elephants often wander close. It’s a special place to pause between drives and watch the reserve come to you.
Kuzuko Lodge
Hilltop views across the Karoo
Set high above the landscape in a malaria-free private reserve near Addo, Kuzuko looks out across the hills, valleys and open plains of the Karoo. Thatched chalets have private decks where you can take in the wide views, while guided game drives explore the reserve. The lodge’s elevated position makes sunrise and sunset part of the experience.
Kruger Shalati
Sleep aboard a train above the Sabie River
Set on the historic Selati Bridge in Kruger National Park, Kruger Shalati reimagines a train as a place to stay, with glass-walled carriage suites suspended above the Sabie River. You can watch the river and its wildlife from this remarkable vantage point, or choose a Bridge House Suite in the garden beside the bridge. The setting gives a rail journey through Kruger a distinctly modern twist.
Rhulani Safari Lodge
Private chalets and a hidden view of Madikwe
In malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, Rhulani offers a quieter retreat in private chalets, each with its own plunge pool. One of its most distinctive features is the Tshembo Hide, an underground lounge beside the waterhole where you can watch wildlife from a low vantage point. Between game drives, relax by the pool or take in the reserve’s wide-open views.
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“Kruger has a sense of authenticity that isn't dependent on luxury or exclusivity. It's a welcoming national treasure that people can experience in very different ways, from a day trip in their own car to staying in an extraordinary private lodge with guided game drives or walks. The people who work there are caring, proud, and passionate.”
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“The sheer beauty of Kruger’s landscape and the incredible diversity of wildlife make you feel completely connected to nature. It’s different to a private game reserve due to the vast number of animals. There's a real sense of excitement, whether you're on a game drive or simply sitting quietly and taking in the sights and sounds around you.”
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