10 Day Kruger Park Safari
10 Day Kruger Park Safari Price
From
R68 900
Per Person
*Based on 2 guests traveling together & sharing. Solo travelers enjoy a guaranteed private room (supplement applies at checkout).
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Our 10 day Kruger Park Safari is an expedition-style journey through seven of the park’s iconic rest camps, from Skukuza in the south to Shingwedzi in the far north. Perfect for travelers wanting maximum time in the bush, this tour includes daily game drives, three SANParks night drives, and comfortable rest camp accommodation throughout.
Duration:
10 Days / 9 Night
Location:
Kruger National Park (South to North)
Accommodation:
SANParks Rest Camps
Dinning:
Breakfast & Dinner Daily
Door-to-Door Guided Safety
From airport collection to departure drop-off, you are accompanied 24/7 by a certified, highly trained local guide.
Secure Rest Camp Lodging
All overnight stays are hosted inside the official Kruger National Park main camps, protected by 24/7 ranger patrols and security fencing.
Journey deep into Kruger National Park on our 10 Day Kruger Park Safari, moving between seven of the park’s iconic rest camps over nine unforgettable nights. From Skukuza in the south to the remote wilderness around Shingwedzi in the north, this expedition-style safari takes you through every region of the park, each with its own distinct landscapes, wildlife and atmosphere.
With daily game drives, three SANParks night drives, and the freedom to experience Kruger at its own unhurried pace, this is the most comprehensive way to explore the park, ideal for returning visitors and dedicated wildlife enthusiasts who want far more time in the bush than a shorter safari allows.
10 Day Kruger Park Safari Duration:
10 Days / 9 Night
Kruger Safari Pickup & Return locations:
Three collection options to suit your travel plans:
1. Skukuza Airport — Collection on arrival within Kruger, drop-off for your return flight to Johannesburg or Cape Town
2. Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) — Same as above, for guests flying via KMIA
3. OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg — Complimentary road transfer to and from Johannesburg
Many guests choose to fly directly into Skukuza or KMIA to skip the approximately 5-hour road transfer from Johannesburg, either way, the choice is yours.
Number of Passengers:
1 – 10 Guests
Rain/cancellation reassurance
Your safari operates throughout the year, including during summer rainfall. Light rain often creates excellent wildlife viewing opportunities as temperatures cool and animals remain active.
Only in exceptional circumstances, such as official road closures, severe flooding or SANParks camp restrictions, would activities need to change. Should this occur, our experienced team will always provide suitable alternatives while prioritising guest safety.
Includes:
- 9 Nights Accommodation in Kruger National Park Rest Camps
- Collection and Drop-Off at Skukuza Airport, KMIA Or Johannesburg
- 4 Full-Day Game Drives When Changing Camps
- Morning and Afternoon Game Drives While Staying at the Same Camp
- Daily Conservation / Entrance Fees
- Professional Nature Guide
- 3 SANParks Sunset / Night Drives
- Drinking Water Onboard the Safari Vehicle
- 9 Dinners
- 9 Breakfasts
Excludes:
- Lunches (approx. R150–R450 pp at camp restaurants/shops)
- All Beverages/Drinks
- Personal Curios
- All Flights
- Gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- Items Of A Personal Nature
Safari Gallery:
WILDLIFE DIVERSITY ACROSS SEVEN REGIONS OF KRUGER
Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s largest and most diverse wildlife destinations, and few safaris cover as much ground as this one. Travelling from Skukuza in the south to Shingwedzi and the far north, each region you pass through has its own character, habitats, and species mix, this is a vast wilderness, not a zoo, and every leg of the journey offers something different.
Guests commonly encounter species such as elephant, giraffe, zebra, impala, wildebeest, kudu, warthog and buffalo throughout the central and southern regions, while the northern reaches around Shingwedzi and Punda Maria are known for baobab-dotted landscapes, rare antelope and exceptional birdlife. Hippos, crocodiles and a wide variety of waterbirds are regularly seen along the rivers you’ll pass en route.
Predators including lion, leopard, cheetah and spotted hyena occur naturally across the areas visited on this safari, particularly around Satara’s open grasslands, but their movements are unpredictable and sightings can never be guaranteed. Your guides use local knowledge and recent wildlife activity to maximise viewing opportunities throughout the journey.
WHY THREE NIGHT DRIVES MAKE THIS SAFARI DIFFERENT
Most visitors experience Kruger during daylight hours, but the bush comes alive in a different way after sunset. This safari includes three separate SANParks guided night drives, at Shingwedzi, Letaba and Satara, giving you far more opportunity to search for nocturnal wildlife than a shorter safari allows.
Each night drive offers the chance to spot species such as spotted hyena, civet, genet, bush baby and porcupine, with predators often more active during the cooler evening hours, although sightings can never be guaranteed.
Spread across three different regions of the park, these night drives combine the sounds of the African bush and Kruger’s dark night skies in a way that’s genuinely different from a daytime game drive, and for many guests, the repeated opportunity across the journey is one of the highlights of this longer itinerary.
WHY SPEND 10 DAYS EXPLORING KRUGER NATIONAL PARK?
If you have the time to properly explore one of Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations, a 10 Day Kruger Park Safari offers something a shorter trip simply can’t, the chance to experience the park’s full range of landscapes, from the riverine south to the remote wilderness of the far north.
Moving between seven rest camps over nine nights means far more game drives, far more terrain covered, and significantly higher odds of memorable sightings than a typical 2 or 3-day safari. For dedicated wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and returning visitors who’ve already done a shorter Kruger trip, this itinerary is the most comprehensive way to see the park without needing to self-drive or plan the logistics yourself.
- Family-Run Safety Guarantee: Our professional guides remain with our tour groups 24/7 throughout the entire duration of the safari.
Day 1: Journey into the Wild — Skukuza Airport & Skukuza Camp
Johannesburg to Kruger Park
Collection at Skukuza Airport, followed by your first game drive through Kruger’s southern reaches as you make your way to Skukuza Camp. Check in after 14h00, with time to relax beside the Sabie River before dinner.
MEALS INCLUDED: Dinner
Day 2: Into the Heart of Kruger — Olifants Camp
Kruger Park
An early morning game drive with a breakfast stop at Tshokwane Picnic Site, continuing north to Olifants Camp. Check in after 14h00, followed by an afternoon game drive and dinner.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: A Full Day in the Olifants Wilderness
Kruger Park
A full day exploring the area surrounding Olifants Camp, with morning and afternoon game drives through plains, river systems and woodland in search of Kruger’s iconic wildlife.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Into the Northern Wilderness — Shingwedzi Camp
Kruger Park
Continuing north to Shingwedzi Camp, exploring the distinctive northern landscapes along the way. After an afternoon game drive and dinner, join a SANParks sunset/night drive to experience Kruger after dark.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5: Further into the Northern Wilderness — Shingwedzi Camp
Kruger Park
A full day exploring the far north, including the Fever Tree Forest along the Luvuvhu River and the scenic loops near Punda Maria, keeping a lookout for rare antelope, elephant herds and diverse birdlife.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6: From the Northern Wilderness to Mopani Camp
Kruger Park
A morning drive exploring Shingwedzi before continuing south to Mopani Camp. Time to relax by the pool before an afternoon game drive and dinner.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7: Following the Wild South — Letaba Camp
Kruger Park
A rewarding morning game drive south to Letaba Camp, arriving around 14h00. Enjoy the camp’s riverside setting before joining a SANParks night drive in the evening.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 8: Predator Country — Satara Camp
Kruger Park
A morning game drive through some of central Kruger’s most rewarding wildlife country, arriving at Satara Camp. An afternoon drive through the surrounding plains offers strong chances of lion, cheetah and leopard sightings, followed by dinner and a SANParks night drive.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 9: Dawn to Late Afternoon — Pretoriuskop Camp
Kruger Park
An early morning game drive heading south, with a breakfast stop along the way, arriving at Pretoriuskop Camp — your final night in the park. One last afternoon game drive before your final Kruger dinner.
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10: Farewell to Kruger's Majesty — Skukuza Airport, KMIA or Johannesburg
Kruger Park to Johannesburg
A final early morning game drive with a breakfast stop at Skukuza or Afsaal. Depending on your travel arrangements, transfer to Skukuza Airport or KMIA for your onward flight, or a complimentary road transfer back to Johannesburg (including OR Tambo International Airport).
MEALS INCLUDED: Breakfast
Important Safari Note:Â Wildlife sightings vary from day to day and no specific animals can be guaranteed. Each game drive is unique, making every safari experience different.
Camp allocations are subject to availability at the time of booking, and the specific rest camps listed in this itinerary may change accordingly.
Download Our Full 10 Day Kruger Park Safari PDF Itinerary Below:
Throughout your 10 Day Kruger Park Safari, you’ll stay in comfortable bungalow accommodation at seven of Kruger’s most iconic SANParks rest camps, Skukuza, Olifants, Shingwedzi, Mopani, Letaba, Satara, and Pretoriuskop. Each camp offers en-suite bungalows, on-site restaurants and shops, swimming pools (camp-dependent), and the security of being based inside an official SANParks rest camp with fencing and ranger presence throughout your stay.
Moving between camps is part of the experience itself, each stop has its own distinct landscape and atmosphere, from Skukuza’s riverside setting on the Sabie River to Shingwedzi’s remote northern wilderness and Satara’s renowned predator country.
Rest Camp Bungalow Specifications
Standard SANParks Accommodation Across 7 Camps
Private En-Suite Bathroom
Equipped with a clean, modern shower, toilet, and fresh washbasin amenities at every camp on this itinerary.
Climate Controlled
Individual air-conditioning units to keep you comfortable after each day's game drives.
Bed Configuration
Twin single bed bungalows with fresh linen, pillows, and towels supplied daily throughout your stay.
In-Room Appliances
Includes a private refrigerator for cold drinks and an electric kettle for morning coffee at each camp.
Private Outdoor Veranda
Your own personal "stoep" sitting area to relax and listen to each region's distinct night soundscape.
Dedicated Braai Area
A traditional built-in private outdoor barbecue facility located directly at your bungalow entrance.
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10-Day Kruger Park Safari Rate Structure
Per Person Sharing
Per Adult Guest
- Twin/Double Room bungalow accommodation sharing with your travel partner, across all 7 rest camps.
- Zero Stranger Pairing: We guarantee completely private bungalows for your party.
- Requires a minimum booking of 2 adults traveling together.
Solo / Single Traveler
For Individual Bookings
- 100% Private Bungalow completely to yourself for the entire 9-night duration of the safari.
- Includes the standard single room supplement cleanly built straight into the upfront rate.
- No hidden baseline multi-guest booking requirements.
Child Rate
Per Child (Ages 6–11)
- Discounted Junior Rate for younger explorers sharing a room with adults.
- Full access to all game drives and night drives, plus every standard itinerary inclusion.
- Age Policy: Specifically optimized for children between 6 and 11 years old.
Get ready for your 10 Day Kruger Park safari! Track your sightings of the Big 5, rare birds, and mammals with our comprehensive Kruger National Park wildlife checklist, and use our handy packing list to make sure you have all the essentials.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many rest camps will we stay at during this safari?
You’ll stay at 7 different SANParks rest camps across your 9 nights: Skukuza, Olifants (2 nights), Shingwedzi (2 nights), Mopani, Letaba, Satara, and Pretoriuskop, giving you a genuine south-to-north journey through Kruger’s most iconic regions.
Can I fly in instead of doing the road transfer from Johannesburg?
Yes. You can be collected at Skukuza Airport or Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA) instead of starting from Johannesburg, skipping the approximately 5-hour road transfer. A road transfer to/from OR Tambo International Airport is also available if you’d prefer that option.
How many night drives are included?
Three SANParks sunset/night drives are included, giving you the chance to spot Kruger’s nocturnal wildlife, species rarely seen during the day.
Is this safari suitable for first-time visitors to Kruger?
While this itinerary is ideal for dedicated wildlife enthusiasts and returning visitors who want maximum time in the park, it’s equally suited to first-timers who want the most comprehensive possible introduction to Kruger’s different regions in a single trip.
Are lunches included?
Breakfast and dinner are included daily. Lunches are at your own expense, typically around R150–R250 per person at camp restaurants or shops along the route.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes, travel insurance is compulsory for this trip and can be arranged through our partner at checkout.
Do I need to hire a vehicle for this safari?
No. All road transfers, game drives, and camp-to-camp travel are included and handled by your professional guide throughout.
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