Four days of guided open-vehicle game drives into Kruger National Park, staying near Hazyview with sunrise and sunset safaris designed to maximize Big 5 sightings. Includes lodge accommodation, meals, and a local panorama and township tour.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The morning light across the Lowveld slices the mopane and acacia into long shadows as an open 4x4 rumbles through a ribbon of dust—this is Kruger at first light. Guides pause at termite mounds, scanning the scrub for movement; somewhere a distant bull elephant rearranges the horizon and a pride of lions watches the road with casual intent.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 days
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required—most time is vehicle-based though short, uneven walks may occur during lodge transfers or at viewpoints.
Wildlife
History
Kruger was proclaimed a protected area in 1926 and has since been central to South African conservation, shaping anti-poaching and habitat management approaches.
Conservation
Responsible tourism supports anti-poaching funds and community initiatives—stay on roads, follow guides, and avoid single-use plastics to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Kruger National Park 4 Day Full Board Safari from Johannesburg today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book early-morning departures
Wildlife is most active at dawn—be ready for 05:30 departures in summer (06:00 in winter) and bring a warm layer for cold mornings.
Pack malaria precautions
Kruger is in a malaria area; consult a travel clinic and bring insect repellent and a bite-protection strategy.
Bring binoculars and a tele lens
A 300mm-equivalent lens and 8–10x binoculars make distant sightings and identification much easier from an open vehicle.
Respect park rules and guides
Stay seated in the vehicle, follow the guide’s instructions, and never attempt to feed or approach wildlife on foot.
Binoculars (8–10x)
Essential for spotting and following animals at distance without disturbing them.
Telephoto camera lens (200–400mm)
Captures close-up wildlife shots from the vehicle and makes identification easier.
Light insulated jacket and layers
Mornings and evenings can be cold—layers let you adapt between dawn drives and midday heat.
winter
High-SPF sun protection & repellant
Sun is intense and insects active in warmer months; protect skin and minimize bites.
summer