Kruger National Park
South Africa's flagship national park and one of Africa's largest game reserves — nearly 20,000 square kilometres of Big Five wilderness with excellent self-drive infrastructure.
Highlights
Best Time to Visit
May to September for dry season game viewing around water holes. June and July are coldest (bring warm layers for morning drives). October is the transition month — dry but warming up. Summer (Nov-Mar) brings rain, migratory birds, and lush green landscapes.
Budget Guide
Daily conservation fees: $28/adult. SANParks rest camps offer camping ($15-25), safari tents ($40-80), bungalows ($60-120), and guest houses ($80-200). Guided game drives $25-40, night drives $20-30, bush walks $40-60. Self-catering saves significantly on meal costs.
Getting There
Nine entrance gates along the park boundary. Phalaborwa Gate (north-central) is closest to Hoedspruit airport. Numbi and Phabeni Gates serve the southern section from Nelspruit/Mbombela. The Malelane Gate is the most direct route from Johannesburg (4.5 hours).
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