Kruger Safaris: The 15 Best Days in the Park

1.Kruger National Park Full Day Private safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · from $158Our pick

Review of a private full-day Kruger safari from Hazyview, with Big Five viewing, expert guiding, meals at rest camps, and practical tips.

“Very happy with the service provided. Good communication right from when the booking was made. Senzo, our guide was knowledgable and jolly. He picked us up right from our chalet on time and explained the details on the way to the park. Throughout the day, he catered to our needs and kept explaining various details about the park and wildlife. I would highly recommend him.”

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2.Kruger National Park – Private full day Safari trip.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 347 reviews · from $166

Private Kruger safari from Hazyview with a personal guide, early start, big-game viewing, bottled water, and flexible wildlife spotting.

“Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish. Gerrie was a fantastic guide and made the trip even more memorable with his knowledge, insights, and photographer skills. Gerrie brought us to every animal we wanted to see and allowed us Read more”

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3.From Hazyview: Kruger National Park Full-Day Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 205 reviews · 10 hours · from $105

Review of a full-day Kruger safari from Hazyview, with sunrise wildlife viewing, expert guides, Big Five chances, costs, and practical tips.

“The whole journey through Kruger National Park was a terrific experience. From the pick up to the drop off, everything ran smoothly, and we got to see many animals throughout our time at Kruger. I highly recommend this tour for those coming to do a safari.”

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4.Kruger National Park sunrise Morning Private safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · from $131

Review of Kruger’s 6.5-hour private sunrise safari from Hazyview, with Big Five sightings, expert guides, costs, timing, and booking advice.

“We loved the guide, his knowledge and how to find all big 5. Very clean vehicle and Covid safe and all protocols fulfilled.”

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5.Kruger National Park: Full-Day Game Drive with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 136 reviews · 1 day · from $109

Review of Kruger’s full-day open-vehicle safari, with Big Five sightings, guide tips, costs, stops, packing advice, and honest drawbacks.

“A brilliant day. Jerry’s passion and knowledge were fantastic and we saw so many wonderful animals. Highly recommend.”

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6.Marloth Park: Kruger National Park Safari Game Drives

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 115 reviews · 6 hours · from $61

Review of a six-hour Kruger safari from Marloth Park, with sunrise drives, Big Five sightings, guide tips, costs, and practical advice.

“Our tour guide Jerry was an awesome guide and even greater person! it was a pity it was a hot day so we didn't get to see many animals, Jerry was very knowledgeable and made sure to make our safari the best as possible! everybody knew Jerry and he was friendly with everyone! I would definitely recommend!”

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7.From Johannesburg: Kruger National Park 3-Day Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 78 reviews · 3 days · from $825

Review of a 3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg, with Big Five game drives, Hazyview lodging, meals, price, and practical tips.

“Everything went perfectly. Ben and Gilbert excellent drivers between Joburg and Hazyview. Gives was a mine of information on the safari. Umbhaba eco lodge was excellent as well.”

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8.Open Vehical Safari in Kruger National Park Half Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $76

Review of Kruger Pride’s six-hour open-vehicle safari from Marloth Park, with practical advice on wildlife, costs, guides, pickup, and booking.

“We had such a good guide (Jan). He showed us all the good spots and told us lots around the wild life. We loved it, thx”

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9.3-Day Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · from $770

Review of a 3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with open vehicles, small groups, park bungalows, guided game drives, and return transfers.

“We went in May 2024 and it was an absolutely amazing experience. We saw all big 5 animals. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and helpful in ensuring we maximized our time.”

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10.Safaris in Kruger National Park Full Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $89

Review of Kruger Pride Safaris’ full-day Kruger game drive, with guide tips, costs, wildlife expectations, transport, and practical advice.

“My family and I did several private game drives with Kruger Pride Safaris in May 2025. Booking was very easy--I was able to arrange everything via email with Liz several months ahead of our trip. Liz was very easy to communicate with and eveRead more”

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11.Kruger National Park Morning Safari 2 people minimum

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · from $46Best value

Review of Kruger National Park’s five-hour morning safari, with Big Five sightings, guide quality, costs, timing, and practical booking advice.

“I had a great experience on the safari drive and enjoyed every moment of the drive. It was a great joy ride”

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12.Johannesburg: 4-Day Classic Kruger National Park Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 52 reviews · 4 days · from $1,120

Review of a four-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with Balule drives, bush walks, a starry braai, Kruger, and Blyde Canyon.

“10/10 safari experience. Very well organised, from collection to the game drives. Lovely friendly staff and very knowledgable safari guides. The food was amazing and they went above and beyond to accommodate for dietary reqs. Having breakfast and seeing an elephant walk past the lodge on multiple days was surreal! Lovely pool at Tremisana and time to enjoy the sun. Would highly recommend Viva Safaris”

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13.Johannesburg: 3-Day Classic Kruger National Park Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 45 reviews · 3 days · from $959

Review of a 3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg with sunset and sunrise drives, bush barbecue, Blyde Canyon, and small-group travel.

“Uzlabot drošību naktsmītnē, jo kamēr biju game drive tikmēr tika izzagtas dāvanas no somas, kura atradās naktsmītnē.”

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14.From Johannesburg: 2-Day Safari into Kruger National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 29 reviews · 2 days · from $616

Review of a 2-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg, with open-vehicle game drives, Big Five sightings, Hazyview lodging, and practical tips.

“This is no way is a review about the park itself. The safari is lovely and seeing the animals in their natural habitat is a once in a lifetime experience. Our driver, Rudzani is 10/5 stars - he’s that amazing! However the reason why I didn’t give this tour a full five stars is because of the accommodation. I just felt it could have been better in terms of service, quality, food, etc. if you’re expecting people to pay such a fee food should be all inclusive in my opinion. A space where they can grow is also communication and proper planning. Even our safari driver was confused about certain…”

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15.Kruger National Park Afternoon Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 28 reviews · 5 hours · from $100

Review of Kruger’s five-hour afternoon safari from Hazyview, with wildlife sightings, guide quality, vehicle choices, costs, and practical tips.

“A great afternoon, full of good conversations and beautiful sightings. Vusi’s vast knowledge of the creatures on the group and in the air made for an incredible experience.”

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