Fantastic Activities in the Kruger National Park
The list of Kruger Park activities on offer is impressive:
Guided Game Drives
Under the expert guidance of experienced and knowledgeable guides, you’ll enjoy morning, sunset and night game drives that’ll give you amazing insights. You’ll have a chance to spot the Big Five and many of the park’s other fascinating species.
Bush Walks
Join guided bush walks and hikes for a more intimate and hands-on wildlife experience.
Bird Watching
With about 508 bird species, the Kruger is a paradise for birding enthusiasts. Several bird hides ensure twitchers are in their element!
Photography Safaris
The Kruger is a sought-after photography destination for professional and amateur photographers alike. Many tour operators offer specialised guided photography safaris catering specifically for photography buffs.
Bush braais and traditional cuisine
Your evening game drive often culminates in a delicious bush barbecue consisting of venison, sausages, vegetables, and various salads, as well as dessert, coffee, tea, coffee, and drinks.
Cultural Heritage Sites and Tours
With many cultural heritage and rock art sites, the Kruger is a treasure trove for culture, archaeology, art and history lovers. Cultural tours are great for learning about the local peoples’ cultures, lifestyles and traditions.
Stargazing
The park’s remote locations like its northern camp, Punda Maria, make it fantastic for stargazing.
Wellness and Spa Treatments
The Kruger’s AM spa in Skukuza offers world-class spa treatments for those in need of some pampering!
Self-Drive Safaris
One of the Kruger’s greatest selling points is self-driving, which allows you to explore the park at your own pace on well-maintained roads and relax at well-appointed rest camps.
Piloted Hot-Air Balloon Flights
You take to the skies in a truly magical experience!
River Safaris
During river safaris you can see hippos, crocodiles, and other wildlife that congregate near the water.
4×4 Adventure Trails
The Kruger’s 4×4 trails allow self-drive visitors to get off the beaten track and explore the wilderness.
Numerous Adventure Activities
- Guided eco trails – three eco trails are available and participants drive their own 4×4 vehicles equipped with everything they need, i.e. all provisions, tents, camping gear, water, firewood, and food.
- Back-packing trail from Olifants Camp (42 kilometres long, 4-day/3-nights to complete)
- Night-time guided open vehicle drives
- Overnight hiking trails with accommodation provided in a tented camp
- Mountain bike trails from Olifants Camp
- Golfing at Skukuza Rest Camp and the Sabie River, Leopard Creek, and Hans Merensky golf courses.
- 7 guided wilderness trails during which you stay at a rustic camp, explore on foot and see wild animals up close in truly wild areas.
As if all that weren’t enough, abseiling, caving and tubing adventures are available in the environs of the park, as well as visits to wildlife rehabilitation centres, including the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre and the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.
