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Luggage requirements for your Kruger safari.

August 20, 2025

For Kruger park safaris, this blog encourages our guest to pack light luggage. We have space for one suitcase and a backpack or laptop bag.

Weather in Kruger National Park and which clothes to pack.

November 17, 2024

This blog provides the average weather when visiting Kruger National Park and what clothes to pack based on this. You will need a jumpsuit set and a beanie for the cool morning and evening game drives.

Book a safari long enough in advance to find availability

July 26, 2016

Due to the popularity of the Kruger National Park and other famous safari destinations in Africa, we would suggest that you book your safari long enough in advance to avoid disappointment of not finding availability.

Closest Airports to Kruger National Park

June 22, 2016

Closest Airports to Kruger National Park and Flight Time Recommendations. Planning a Kruger Park Safari fly in instead of transfers.

Staying inside Kruger or close to the Park

April 19, 2016

There is always the question "where to stay during our Kruger Park Safari"? Kruger accommodation is usually the recommendation, due to a specific mindset and understanding that this is the only option to be able to see the Big 5 as well as other animals.

Whether to fly to Kruger or take a Road Trip

April 5, 2016

There are so many decisions involved when planning a nice South African Safari, whether to fly to Kruger or take a road trip? When enquiring there's all these little details to keep in mind, and what a tiring process to go through!

Where to go on a Kruger Park Safari

April 5, 2016

Firstly, the location of Greater Kruger, Sabi Sand and the Kruger Park itself as indicated on the maps above might influence your Kruger Park Safari choice.You might specifically ask for a option like Sabi Sands, but you have to take into account the prices which makes this the most expensive and luxurious option.

Ideas for Excellent Day Tours in Mpumalanga

March 29, 2016

For the adrenaline and adventure junkies, here are a few exciting ideas for day tours in Mpumalanga: Skyway Trails/Treetop Tours and Zip lining - Experience the fresh air of nature whilst having an exciting adventure and to add to it the beautiful scenery of this picture perfect part of South Africa.

Drought in the Kruger National Park

March 8, 2016

One of the biggest concerns for Sanparks is the river systems due to water quality and levels. People are however actively involved to restrict water usage (for example irrigation). Some animals do better such as predators do better in these conditions.

Animals to look out for in the rest camps of Kruger National Park on safari

February 2, 2016

On your visit to the Kruger National park you will find quite a variety of animals right at your doorstep. Below you will see only a few which you will often come across in the Kruger National Park rest camps.

Kruger Mountain and Jock of the Bushveld Route

January 5, 2016

Embark on a historical exploration by visiting Kruger Country Retreat. We are situated in the Peebles Valley, also known as the Jock of the Bushveld Conservancy. On your stay you will be able to visit one of the Jock of the Bushveld hotspots, awakening the wonderful heart-warming story that still lives on today.

Why is the Kruger National Park so popular?

November 16, 2015

“Big 5” already give emphasis to this question and generate visitors from all over the world. With approximately 114 different reptile species, 507 bird species and 147 mammal species represented here, it is indeed more than just popular. The Kruger National Park provides endless opportunity and sightings to experience a profound journey of wildlife in South Africa, leaving visitors excited and wanting to come back for more.

Arts and Crafts you can buy on an African Safari

November 11, 2015

Did you know that these arts and crafts is a traditional and cultural African footprint. On your African safari you will also find that they are made from different materials, such as: Wood, clay, wire, beads, plastic bags, bottle caps, food tins and many more.

Small Five in the Kruger National Park

November 10, 2015

The term Small 5 or Little 5 came into being, after nature conservationists requested visitors to also acknowledge the smaller, less noticed, but still astonishing, animals of the African Wildlife in South Africa.

Are open game drive vehicles really safe?

November 9, 2015

When going on a African safari, have you ever considered your safety and going on a open game drive vehicle? a Game drive in a open game drive vehicle in Kruger Park is a thrilling experience, providing you the chance to get up close and personal with predators and the Big Five.

My Back Yard – Close to the Greater Kruger National Park / Sabi Sand

September 22, 2015

This is the stunning scenery of my back yard in the Greater Kruger National Park. It is definitely worth while to check out our great deals on Luxury Lodge Safaris...

Bush Baby spotted in Kruger National Park

September 20, 2015

We spotted this cute little fellow last night in the tree behind our house in the Greater Kruger National Park Area. The Bush Babies or Galagos of Africa are of the smallest primates on the continent and are not easily seen due to being active at night.

Leaf like insect (Katydid) greets us

September 13, 2015

This morning we met a new friend (the Katydid) a leaf-like insect native to Kruger National Park and surrounds. Their camouflage help protect them against predators such as birds. Their quite frighting-looking, but actually very gentile. They like to live in bushed areas such as forests and mountains and they rarely choose to fly.