May–Set tends to favor movement and observation of fauna on this route, although sightings always depend on the behavior of the animals and local conditions.
SOUTH AFRICA · WILDLIFE + NATURE
SOUTH AFRICA — BIG FIVE SAFARI
Search for the Big Five on safaris in Kruger.
DURATION8 days
BEST TIMEMay–Sep
EXPERIENCEWildlife + Nature
COUNTRYSouth Africa
THE JOURNEY
Route map
Kruger Park
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FEATURED
Key highlights
1Safaris in Kruger Park
2Wildlife in Kruger Park
3Natural landscapes of Kruger Park
4Dawn safaris
5Large mammals and birds
6Sunset in the savannah
Search for the Big Five on safaris in Kruger. The combination of Kruger Park and Kruger Park gives the itinerary an identity that does not depend on a single postcard.
SEASONALITY
When to go
A STARTING POINT
Suggested base itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival at Kruger Park
Entrance to Kruger Park, leaving the rest of the day for dawn and late afternoon safaris in Kruger Park.
DAY 2
Kruger Park — full day
The stay in Kruger Park continues with observation of fauna and open landscapes of Kruger Park. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 3
Kruger Park — landscapes and culture
Day in Kruger Park for game drives and stops at Kruger Park water points. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 4
Kruger Park — selected experiences
Kruger Park has a full day for dawn and late afternoon safaris in Kruger Park. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 5
Kruger Park — local experience
More time in Kruger Park, now with wildlife observation and open landscapes of Kruger Park. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 6
Kruger Park in depth
The day in Kruger Park combines game drives and stops at Kruger Park water points. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 7
Kruger Park — full day
The stay in Kruger Park continues with safaris at dawn and late afternoon in Kruger Park. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
DAY 8
Kruger Park — landscapes and culture
Day in Kruger Park to observe wildlife and open landscapes of Kruger Park. Sightings depend on the behavior of fauna, without transforming the experience into a promise of specific species.
THE EXPERIENCE
The spirit of the journey
From Kruger Park to Kruger Park, the route crosses different ecosystems in search of fauna, open landscapes and safaris conducted at the rhythm of nature.
YOUR WAY
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