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3 Day Budget Kruger Park Safari

Collection in Johannesburg / Mbombela | 3 Days / 2 Nights | Kruger National Park

budget kruger park safari

Discover the wildlife wonders of Kruger National Park without breaking the bank! This exceptional 3 Day budget Kruger safari package is your ticket to an immersive experience in the South African bushveld.

This thrilling journey includes a minimum of four dedicated game drives in comfortable, elevated open safari vehicles. Led by a professional, certified field guide, you’ll spend your time actively tracking the Big 5—Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo—while gaining deep insights into Kruger’s complex ecosystems.

We deliver an incredible value adventure, combining rustic camp accommodation with extensive time spent searching for magnificent wildlife. This is the most affordable way to secure your multi-day Kruger Big 5 experience.

Duration:

3 Days / 2 Nights

Collection & Drop Off

Johannesburg or Mbombela (Road Transfers are Included In The Price)

Number of Passengers:

1 – 10 Guests

Includes:

Excludes:

3 Day Budget Safaris Full Rates

R11 000 Per Person Sharing

R17 300 Solo / Single Traveller

R5 500 Per Child (6-11 Years Old)

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Day 1: Arrival & First Game Drive

Your journey begins with collection from your location in Johannesburg (OR Tambo Bus Terminal, no later than 7:00 AM) or Mbombela (Nelspruit). You will travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to the park entrance.

Upon reaching the Kruger National Park gate, you will transfer to an open safari vehicle for your first guided drive. The focus is on tracking herbivores and familiarizing yourself with the bush environment as you head toward your rest camp.

Arrive at the designated main rest camp (e.g., Pretoriuskop). Check into your budget-friendly bush chalet (communal ablutions). Enjoy dinner at the camp restaurant (at your own expense) and the sounds of the African night.

An early start as the gates open! This is the best time for predator sightings (Lions, Leopards). Your expert guide will take you along river lines and waterholes to maximize animal activity before the heat sets in.

Stop at a designated picnic or rest area inside the park for breakfast.

Depending on the season, you’ll either have a break back at camp (swimming, relaxing) during the midday heat, or continue driving through the park’s diverse habitats. Purchase lunch at a camp restaurant (own expense).

The fourth and final included safari drive focuses on large herds (Buffalo, Elephant) and the general movement of animals as they seek water and food before sunset. Your guide ensures a safe return to camp before the gate closing time.

Enjoy another evening in the bushveld at your leisure, preparing for your final morning drive.

Your last opportunity for a thrilling Kruger wildlife experience. We depart as the gates open for a final 2-3 hour drive, seeking any animals missed and soaking up the last moments of the bush.

Return to camp for breakfast, pack your belongings, and check out.

Board your air-conditioned transfer vehicle for the return journey.

Arrive back in Johannesburg or Mbombela (typically between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM), concluding your 3 Day Affordable Kruger Safari.

Experience the bushveld without the high cost! Your 3-Day Budget Kruger Park Safari includes two nights of cozy, practical lodging in budget-friendly bush chalets.

Designed to provide a comfortable, rustic retreat after a long day of Big 5 tracking, the accommodation ensures a genuine Kruger experience. All chalets are conveniently located near pristine shared ablution facilities (separate for men and women), guaranteeing an affordable, simple, and enjoyable stay inside the Kruger National Park rest camps.

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3 Day Budget Kruger Park Safari

From

R11 000

Per Person

Valid Till: 31 October 2026

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