Kruger National Park safaris from Johannesburg

Kruger National Park covers nearly two million hectares of Lowveld bush along South Africa's north-eastern border, and it remains the benchmark against which African safaris are measured. Lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino all move freely here, alongside wild dog, cheetah, giraffe, hippo and well over 500 recorded bird species. For overseas visitors, it is the single most rewarding way to see African wildlife at scale.

Our Kruger safari is designed for travellers who want depth rather than a checklist. Days begin early, when the bush is cool and animals are active, and are led by a registered, English-speaking guide who reads tracks, explains behaviour and knows which drainage lines reward patience. Evenings are spent at a comfortable graded lodge with dinner and time to talk through what you saw.

Everything is arranged from Johannesburg: we collect you from any accommodation address, travel in an air-conditioned tour vehicle, and handle entrance fees, permits and meals so nothing interrupts the experience.

What you'll experience

• Daily guided game drives

  Full-day drives into the park with a professional guide, timed around wildlife activity rather than a fixed schedule.

• The Big Five

  Kruger holds healthy populations of all five, plus the predators and plains game that make the ecosystem work.

• Full board and lodging

  Three meals a day, bottled water and a 3–4 star graded lodge for five nights.

• Interpretation, not just sightings

  Your guide explains ecology, tracking and conservation so the landscape starts to make sense.

Good to know

• — Duration: 5 nights, 6 days from Johannesburg (package D4A004).
• — Kruger is a malaria area — speak to your doctor about prophylaxis before travelling.
• — Best game viewing is generally in the drier months, from May to September.
• — Bring neutral-coloured clothing, a warm layer for early drives, sunscreen and binoculars.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Kruger from Johannesburg?

Roughly five to six hours by road. The transfer is included and made in an air-conditioned tour vehicle with stops along the way.

Will we see the Big Five?

Kruger has all five species in healthy numbers and five full days of game viewing gives an excellent chance of seeing most of them. Wildlife is wild, so no operator can guarantee sightings.

What does it cost?

We quote each tour individually based on your group size, travel dates and pick-up point, and send a written quotation in South African Rands — usually within one working day.