5-Night Standard Kruger Park Safari

Destination

Kruger National Park

Duration

5 Nights

5-Night Standard Kruger Park SafariPricing: Rates vary based on group size, accommodation choice, and options selected. Contact us for a personalized quote tailored to your needs and preferences.

Extended Wildlife Escape | Two Camps | Great Value Safari

Looking for a classic Kruger experience with just the right amount of time to explore, relax, and reconnect with nature? Our 5-Night Standard Overnight Safari offers excellent value for those wanting to spend quality time in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations—without the rush.

With five nights inside the Kruger National Park, split between two different rest camps, you’ll explore diverse landscapes, maximize your chances of spotting the Big Five, and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of bush life. This itinerary is perfect for those seeking a comfortable, no-frills safari experience with expert guidance and plenty of time to unwind between game drives.

Destination
Kruger National Park
Departure Time
Approximately 04:00 and 05:00 (exact time confirmed after booking).
Return Time
5 Nights
Included
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5 nights’ accommodation in SANParks rest camps inside Kruger National Park
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Services of a private, FGASA-accredited safari guide throughout your trip
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Daily morning and afternoon game drives in a comfortable open safari vehicle
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All park entrance and conservation fees
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Bottled water provided on all drives
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Use of fleece-lined ponchos for chilly mornings
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One traditional South African braai (BBQ), weather permitting
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Return transfers between Nelspruit and the park
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Shuttle coordination assistance from/to Johannesburg
Optional Add-Ons
(Additional Cost):
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SANParks Night Drives for spotting nocturnal predators
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Morning or afternoon bush walks with armed rangers
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Photography gear (gimbal heads, camera rentals, lenses)
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Binocular rentals
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Additional nights before or after your safari
Not Included
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Shuttle from Johannesburg to Nelspruit (available on request)
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All meals and drinks (excluding one braai dinner and bottled water on drives)
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Personal expenses, gratuities, travel insurance
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Optional activities such as night drives, bush walks, or equipment rental

Safari Itinerary

Day 1 : Welcome to the Wild

  • Arrival at OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg)
  • Scheduled shuttle transfer to Nelspruit (Mbombela)
  • Meet your private guide and begin your journey to Kruger National Park
  • Short scenic game drive on the way to your first rest camp
  • Check-in & relax as the African sun sets

Day 2: Into the Heart of Kruger

  • Early morning wake-up with coffee, tea, and rusks
  • Morning game drive (3–4 hours), returning for a hearty breakfast
  • Leisure time to explore the camp’s surroundings, enjoy birdwatching, shop, or rest
  • Afternoon game drive until gate closing
  • Dinner at the camp restaurant (own cost)

Day 3: Changing Camps, Changing Scenery

  • Early coffee, tea, and rusks
  • Depart on a morning game drive with packed luggage
  • Stop for breakfast and lunch en route at a picnic site or rest camp
  • Check-in to your second rest camp by 14:00
  • Short rest, followed by an afternoon game drive around 15:30–16:00
    Return to camp by sunset

Day 4: Wildlife Watching & Wilderness Calm

  • Another early start with coffee and rusks
  • Full morning game drive exploring a different region of the park
  • Meals taken at camp or picnic areas along the way
  • Return to camp by sunset for your fourth night under the stars

Day 5: The Magic of Kruger Continues

  • Sunrise wake-up with coffee, tea, and rusks
  • Morning game drive, followed by a relaxed breakfast
  • Free time to enjoy the camp, its birdlife, or the pool
  • Afternoon game drive until gate closing

Day 6: One Last Safari Memory

  • Slightly later start for packing and preparation
  • Coffee, tea & rusks before final game drive en route to park exit
  • Breakfast stop along the way
  • Return transfer to Nelspruit (Mbombela)
  • Connect to your shuttle service to OR Tambo International Airport

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Important Notes

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Camps typically include combinations such as Skukuza, Lower Sabie, Satara, or Berg-en-Dal, subject to availability
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This tour can be run as a shared group safari (max 8 guests) or private safari on request
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Suitable for solo travellers, couples, families, or small groups
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We are happy to customize your safari to suit your birding, photographic, or wildlife interests

Pick-Up Locations

We offer flexible pickup points for your convenience. Transfers to the park are done in the open safari vehicle, ensuring your safari experience starts from the moment you’re collected.
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Crocodile Bridge
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Malalane
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Numbi
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Phabeni
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Kruger Gate

Nearby Towns

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Nelspruit / Mbombela
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White River
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Hazyview
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Malalane
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Komatipoort (including Marloth Park & Ngwenya Lodge area)

Ready to Plan Your Safari?

This package is one of the best-value mid-length safaris available and provides just the right amount of time to connect with the park’s landscapes, wildlife, and rhythm. Whether it’s your first visit or a return to your favorite destination—this itinerary delivers authentic Kruger magic.

Contact us today for current rates, availability, and bookings.

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