Full Day Kruger Game Drive
Full Day Kruger Game Drive Price
R6 900
Per Vehicle
🔒 Secure checkout • Flexible dates • 35% deposit to secure seat
Our 10-hour Full Day Kruger Game Drive is the ultimate single-day immersion into the African bush. Departing at sunrise from Hazyview, this comprehensive open-vehicle safari covers multiple ecosystems and river systems to maximize your opportunity for tracking the Big Five and observing complex predator behaviors.
Duration:
10 Hours (Approx. 05:30 AM – 04:00 PM)
Pickup:
Complimentary Hazyview Hotel Collection
Focus:
Big Five Tracking & Ecosystem Diversity
Vehicle:
Elevated Open Safari Vehicle with Weather Gear
Experience Kruger National Park from sunrise to late afternoon on our 10-Hour Full Day Kruger Game Drive, designed to maximise your time in one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations. Travelling in an elevated open safari vehicle with a professional nature guide, you’ll explore multiple habitats and productive wildlife areas while searching for the Big Five and many other iconic African animals.
Departing from Hazyview, this full-day safari is perfect for travellers who want to experience Kruger without the responsibility of driving themselves. Your guide will share fascinating insights into animal behaviour, tracking techniques and the park’s unique ecosystems, making every sighting more meaningful while you relax and enjoy the experience.
Start Time:
Early Morning: 05:30 AM
Duration:
10 Hours
Pickup & Return locations:
Hotel/Lodge in Hazyview
Number of Passengers:
1 – 10 Guests
Rain/cancellation reassurance
Game drives operate throughout the year, including during light rain. Wildlife remains active in most weather conditions, and changing weather often creates unique photographic opportunities and memorable sightings.
Our open safari vehicles carry ponchos and blankets to help keep guests comfortable. Activities are only adjusted in the rare event of severe weather, flooding or official park management restrictions affecting guest safety.
Includes:
- Transfer to & from Hotel in Hazyview
- Game Drive in Kruger Park
- Professional Nature Guide
- Blankets & Ponchos for weather changes
Excludes:
- Meals & Snacks
- Conservation / Entrance Fees
- Items Of A Personal Nature
Safari Gallery:
Why Choose a Guided Full Day Game Drive?
Exploring Kruger with a professional guide offers far more than simply getting from one sighting to the next. Our experienced guides understand seasonal animal movements, interpret tracks and behaviour, and know which roads are most productive throughout the day.
Travelling in an elevated open safari vehicle also provides excellent visibility and photography opportunities while allowing you to fully experience the sounds, scents and atmosphere of the African bush.
For first-time visitors especially, a guided safari offers a more relaxed and informative experience than navigating the park on your own.
Wildlife You May Encounter
Kruger National Park is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, and a full-day safari provides time to explore several different habitats.
Possible sightings include:
- Lion
- Leopard
- Elephant
- Buffalo
- White Rhino
- Giraffe
- Zebra
- Hippopotamus
- Crocodile
- Spotted Hyena
- Warthog
- Kudu
- Impala
- Wildebeest
- More than 500 bird species
Wildlife sightings vary every day and no safari operator can guarantee specific animals. Every game drive is shaped by nature, making each visit to Kruger completely unique.
Why Start Before Sunrise?
Early morning is widely regarded as one of the best times to explore Kruger National Park. Cooler temperatures encourage greater wildlife activity, with predators often still active after hunting during the night while many herbivores begin feeding before the heat of the day.
As an added benefit, open safari vehicles currently receive access through Kruger’s entrance gates approximately 15 minutes before self-drive visitors, allowing your guide to reach productive wildlife areas while the park is still at its quietest. Those extra minutes can make a real difference, especially during the active early morning period.
Starting before sunrise also allows you to experience the beauty of the African bush as it awakens, with spectacular sunrises, birds beginning to call and wildlife becoming active as the day begins.
Why Spend a Full Day in Kruger?
A full-day safari allows you to experience the changing rhythm of Kruger National Park. Wildlife behaviour evolves throughout the day as temperatures rise, animals move between habitats and predators adjust their activity.
By exploring multiple areas of the park from sunrise until late afternoon, you’ll experience far more of Kruger’s incredible diversity than is possible on a shorter safari, making it one of the best options for visitors with limited time in South Africa.
Collection
Your Nhongo Safaris guide collects you directly from your accommodation in the Hazyview area. Board the open safari vehicle and receive a quick briefing on the day ahead.
We head straight to the park gate (e.g., Phabeni or Numbi). Your guide handles the entrance process, ensuring you are ready to start the Game Drive immediately at official opening time.
We focus on water sources and areas known for predator activity as the park wakes up. Target species include the Big Five and nocturnal animals retreating for the day.
Game Drive
We stop at a central Kruger rest camp (e.g., Skukuza or Lower Sabie) for a much-needed break. You have time to purchase breakfast or a quick snack and stretch your legs safely.
The safari continues, often moving to different biomes to maximize biodiversity. Your guide uses expert tracking skills to find animals hiding from the midday heat, sharing fascinating ecological and behavioral insights along the way.
A longer stop at a major rest camp. Enjoy purchasing lunch and a cool drink, or simply relax and observe the animals and birdlife around the camp perimeter.
Drop Off
The final push of your Full-Day Game Drive. We explore the final designated zone, taking advantage of the shifting animal locations as the temperature begins to drop slightly. This time offers a great chance to see large herds moving or the elusive leopard.
At 4pm we start making our way out of the park, ensuring we reach the gate and exit on time.
You are dropped off safely and seamlessly back at your Hazyview accommodation, concluding your comprehensive Kruger National Park day trip.
Forget the stress, we provide complimentary collection directly from your Hazyview accommodation, ensuring a smooth and easy start to your day.
Our purpose-designed open safari vehicle provides a superior, elevated position, giving you the best possible vantage point over Kruger’s stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. You’ll be able to fully absorb the sights, sounds, and smells of the African wilderness, enhancing your chances of an unforgettable Kruger Park safari.
Transparent Pricing
Full Day Open Vehicle Safari Rate Structure
Full Day Kruger Game Drive
Per Vehicle (1–10 Guests)
- Exclusive Use: The vehicle seats up to 10 guests entirely for your private party.
- Open 4x4 Vehicle: Designed for optimal game viewing and photography.
- Full day guided safari experience inside the Kruger National Park.
Transparent Pricing (2027 Rates)
Full Day Open Vehicle Safari Rate Structure
Effective Date: Rates take effect on 31 October 2026 in line with SANParks yearly price increases for accommodation and conservation fees.
Full Day Kruger Game Drive
Per Vehicle (1–10 Guests)
- Exclusive Use: The vehicle seats up to 10 guests entirely for your private party.
- Open 4x4 Vehicle: Designed for optimal game viewing and photography.
- Full day guided safari experience inside the Kruger National Park.
"Two Leopards In One Day"
"We did a full day trip with Nhongo Safaris and were lucky enough to get Amanda as our guide — even on her day off! Her passion for the company, the animals and Kruger was exceptional. She was knowledgeable, refreshingly honest and had a terrific sense of humour. We saw plenty of elephants, two leopards on two different occasions, buffalo, giraffe and many antelope. The quiet routes she took us on were a great reprieve from the busy main roads. We will definitely use Nhongo again."
"30 Elephants Before Breakfast"
"Not sure we could have asked for a better experience or guide for our full day safari. Our guide Clint set expectations from the start but said we would try our best for the Big 5. From the beginning we saw upwards of 30 elephants in 7 different locations including a tiny baby — one of the most amazing experiences of our lives! Clint's knowledge of animal habits, lifestyle and behaviour made the whole day feel like a masterclass. An outstanding day from start to finish."
"Robbie Is Extremely Knowledgeable & Funny"
"We had a group of 6 friends and booked two private full day tours with Nhongo Safaris. Verity did a great job arranging everything and it ran smoothly from start to finish. Robbie is an extremely knowledgeable and funny guide with a wealth of bush experience. He drove us through the park explaining the habits, lifestyle and behaviour of every animal we came across. An incredible day out — we saw lions, elephants, giraffe and so much more. Could not recommend Nhongo highly enough."
Get ready for your Full Day Kruger Game Drive! Track your sightings of the Big 5, rare birds, and mammals with our comprehensive Kruger National Park wildlife checklist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a full-day safari better than a half-day safari?
A full-day safari allows more time to explore different regions of Kruger National Park, increasing your chances of seeing a wider variety of wildlife and experiencing changing animal behaviour throughout the day.
Why choose a guided safari instead of self-driving?
Professional guides know the park’s road network, understand wildlife behaviour and share fascinating information throughout the day. You can relax, enjoy the scenery and focus entirely on the wildlife rather than driving.
Where does the safari depart from?
Complimentary collection and drop-off are available from hotels and lodges in the Hazyview area.
Are park entrance fees included?
No. Kruger National Park conservation fees are payable separately unless otherwise stated in your booking confirmation.
Are meals included?
No. Breakfast, lunch and refreshments can be purchased at Kruger’s rest camps during scheduled breaks.
Is the safari suitable for children?
Yes. Families are welcome, and the open safari vehicle provides excellent wildlife viewing for guests of all ages.
What should I bring on a Full Day Kruger Game Drive?
We recommend bringing comfortable, neutral-coloured clothing, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, binoculars, a camera and a light jacket for the cool early morning.
Please remember to bring valid identification for Kruger National Park gate registration. South African citizens and residents should carry a valid ID card, green ID book or driver’s licence, while international visitors must bring their passport. SANParks requires identification during the gate check-in process.
Can I pay cash for entrance fees and purchases in Kruger National Park?
SANParks has introduced a cash-free payment system across its tourism operations, and visitors are encouraged to use credit or debit cards for conservation fees, activities, restaurants, shops and fuel stations where applicable. Bringing a bank card is the easiest way to pay for park entrance fees and any purchases you make during your safari. International Visa and Mastercard cards are generally accepted.
