Kruger National Park

Greater Kruger National Park, which includes Kruger National Park and a series of private game reserves, mostly along the Park’s western, unfenced boundary, is an ideal first-time safari destination. It’s probably the most accessible and organized self-drive game destination in Africa, with a well-developed network of public rest camps and roads to explore. The most exclusive game viewing occurs within the Sabi Sands (exceptional cats) and Timbavati (less predictable but very good game viewing) as well as in private concessions within Kruger itself. Sightings can never be guaranteed, but with close communications between vehicles by radio, most visitors to the Sabi Sands manage to see all of the big five within 24 hours. The animals are easiest to see during the dry season from June through to November. The summer months offer more birds, greener colours and wonderful landscapes.