Greater Kruger Game Reserves Holidays

Kruger is South Africa’s safari heart and each of its private concessions offers a little extra to enjoy this awe-inspiring landscape. Watch vast herds as they congregate around a waterhole, packs of South African wild dog, each with a unique coat, and the prides of lions, resting in the shade as the cubs play fight in the long grass. The Kruger is a wilderness just waiting to be explored.

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Greater Kruger Game Reserves Hotels

Our recommendations for the best places to stay in Greater Kruger Game Reserves

Garonga – Garonga Safari Camp

A romantic and intimate tented haven in the bush with tailored wildlife experiences.

Kapama Private Game Reserve – River Lodge

This lodge epitomises modern African luxury on the riverbend of the seasonal Kapama River.

River Lodge at Lion Sands Game Reserve

Lion Sands’ ultra-luxurious flagship lodge is found in the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve.

aha Makalali Private Game Reserve – River Lodge

A friendly and modern lodge in the Makalali Private Game Reserve west of Kruger National Park.

Game Lodge at Thornybush Private Game Reserve

This lodge focuses on offering families a safari that’s all about modern comforts.

Kapama Private Game Reserve – Southern Camp

This camp is renowned for its sophisticated surroundings and passionate service.

Narina Lodge at Lion Sands Game Reserve

A giant-treehouse-style lodge with exceptional service overlooking the Sabie River.

River Lodge at aha Makalali Private Game Reserve

On the banks of the seasonal Makhutswi River, this luxurious lodge is an utterly romantic bush hi...

Chapungu Tented Bush Camp at Thornybush Private Game Reserve

This intimate, adults-only tented camp is imbued with old-world charm.

Buffalo Camp at Kapama Private Game Reserve

An elegant camp of stilted tent suites – this is Big Five safari in style.

Lion Sands Game Reserve – Tinga Lodge

A bold, luxurious lodge found on the banks of the Sabie River in the iconic Kruger National Park.

Waterside Lodge at Thornybush Private Game Reserve

This rustic lodge of thatched suites is set by a serene river.

The River Lodge at Thornybush Private Game Reserve

A gorgeous home in the bush with seriously beautiful interiors and personalised service.

andBeyond Kirkman's Kamp

A historic safari homestead, set within a beautiful Big Five game reserve beside the renowned Kru...

Country Boutique Hotel

This acclaimed boutique hotel is a nostalgic stopover close to Kruger National Park.

Kapama Private Game Reserve – Karula

The pinnacle of luxury accommodation in Kapama Private Game Reserve

Holidays in Greater Kruger Game Reserves

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  • Garonga, Greater Makalali Private Nature Reserve
  • 4 Star

A romantic and intimate tented haven in the bush with tailored wildlife experiences.

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  • Kapama Private Game Reserve
  • 4 Star

This lodge epitomises modern African luxury on the riverbend of the seasonal Kapama River.

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  • Lion Sands Game Reserve
  • 5 Star

Lion Sands’ ultra-luxurious flagship lodge is found in the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve.

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  • Makalali Private Game Reserve
  • 4 Star

A friendly and modern lodge in the Makalali Private Game Reserve west of Kruger National Park.

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  • Thornybush Private Game Reserve
  • 5 Star

This lodge focuses on offering families a safari that’s all about modern comforts.

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  • Garonga, Greater Makalali Private Nature Reserve
  • 4 Star

An intimate safari camp with dedicated staff and three indulgent suites.

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  • Kapama Private Game Reserve
  • 5 Star

This camp is renowned for its sophisticated surroundings and passionate service.

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  • Lion Sands Game Reserve
  • 5 Star

A giant-treehouse-style lodge with exceptional service overlooking the Sabie River.

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  • Makalali Private Game Reserve
  • 5 Star

On the banks of the seasonal Makhutswi River, this luxurious lodge is an utterly romantic bush hideaway.

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  • Thornybush Private Game Reserve
  • 4 Star

This intimate, adults-only tented camp is imbued with old-world charm.

Spend a night under the stars on Garonga’s sleep out deck

A popular activity for guests at Garonga is to sleep out under the stars. Perfect for romantics, the lantern-lit sleep out deck is located a 20-minute drive from the camp.

Behind the scenes, it takes about two hours to set up everything for guests, preparing the table for the evening meal and getting the four-poster bed ready. The guest’s room at the camp is kept for them in case the weather should change. Guests are driven to the sleep out area before sun set for an orientation of their night’s setting. They are given a safety briefing and once they know how to contact the camp, the magical atmosphere starts to take over.

As the sun starts to set, enjoy a sumptuous three-course meal. A few glasses of your favourite tipple will calm any nerves. From its elevated position, the deck overlooks a busy waterhole so there is often plenty of animal activity throughout the night, such as elephants making a splash or a leopard coming in for a drink. As you sink into the comfort of your bed, the atmosphere can be quite magical listening to the sounds of nature as you fall asleep under a glittery African night sky. Safari dreaming at its best.

Awaken the next morning to the sounds of the dawn chorus and watch as the sun rises. The start of a new day on safari begins.

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