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Kruger National Park — Overview

South Africa’s flagship park and private reserves — the most accessible Big Five destination.

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Rates (USD)$229 to $659 pp/day
Best Time To GoJune to October; Jan to Feb
High SeasonJuly to March (North)
Size947,303 km²

Overview

South Africa’s flagship park and private reserves — the most accessible Big Five destination.

Kruger National Park Safari Reviews

Expert Rating
★★★★★4.8/ 5
Wildlife★★★★★
Scenery★★★★★
Bush Vibe★★★★★
Birding★★★★★
User Rating
★★★★★4.8/ 5
Wildlife★★★★★
Scenery★★★★★
Bush Vibe★★★★★
Birding★★★★★

Most Helpful Expert Review

Tim Bewer
Tim Bewer · 🇺🇸 US

Author for Lonely Planet East Africa

"Crowded Favorites and Well-Kept Secrets"
★★★★★ 5.0

Kruger National Park is home to extraordinary wildlife circuits; this fact alone makes a solid case for declaring it Africa's premier safari destination...

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Latest Traveler Review

MS
Martin Sasse · 🇩🇪 DE
Reviewed: Sep 2026
"A good mixture between modern and tradition"
★★★★★ 4.0

We travelled as a couple and made a mixture between tour operators and self-guided segments. The wildlife sightings exceeded our expectations...

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