Kruger Tours from Nelspruit: Kruger Safari (options & specials)

An African safari is highly recommended for anyone visiting South Africa, and you would be unfortunate to miss the opportunity to embark on a Kruger National Park safari when staying in Nelspruit.

These guided tours offer the opportunity to see over 140 spectacular mammals from the comfort of an open-roofed safari vehicle, with an incredibly informed expert guide who will share fascinating facts about the flora and fauna of the area, and share memorable stories about this incredible National Park and all of its’ magnificent inhabitants.

Prices 2021

The cost of the Kruger National Park safaris from Nelspruit start at about USD $65 for a day trip and increase when choosing the overnight safari options with accommodation and meals.

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Nelspruit: Full-Day Kruger National Park Safari

A full-day tour in Kruger National Park in which you will take an open-roofed safari tour. Together with your experienced tour guides, you will get up-close to as many of the "Big 5" as possible, as well as countless other animals and birds.

$58.06

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Kruger Park Safari: Guided Day Tour from Nelspruit

Enjoy the beauty and wildlife of Kruger National Park on a day tour from Nelspruit. Embark on a game drive through one of the largest game reserves on the continent, searching for Africa's 'Big Five' as well as other animals like hyena, giraffe, wildebeest and zebra. Keep an eye out for hippos...

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Kruger National Park Full Day Game Drive

Get the most out of a visit to Kruger National Park on this full-day game drive. Book your experience ahead of time to ensure that you have the best possible chance of seeing Africa's Big 5, which is much more likely with the expertise of your experienced tracker/guide. Stop midday at one of the...

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2 Nights Lion King Safari to Kruger from Nelspruit

Enjoy a truly authentic safari experience with a 2-night 'Lion King' adventure in Kruger National Park. Set out from Nelspruit for 3-days of wildlife viewing, beginning with an early morning game drive in search of Africa's 'Big Five.' Spend the next few days spotting as many animals as possible,...

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2 Night Elephant Tour from Nelspruit

Escape Nelspruit for a 2-night 'Elephant Tour' of Kruger National Park, with a visit to Blyde Canyon. Embark on three days of safaris, setting out on morning and evening game drives in search of Africa's 'Big Five,' including elephants. Sleep nights at a park camp and even live like a local with...

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Kruger tours from Nelspruit Times

The Kruger National Park gates are open from 05:30 am until 06:30 pm. The guided day tour and overnight safaris from Nelspruit begin with a 5 am pick-up and you will be through the Kruger National Park gates by 06:00 am.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Kruger National Park is at the beginning or end of the region’s dry season when it is not too hot and there is not so much water around that the animals are scarce. This falls somewhere between April and September. During Kruger’s dry season, temperatures are mostly pleasant, with cool temperatures in the evenings and warm weather during the day.

Kruger Safari options

There are a couple of options for Kruger tours from Nelspruit. These safaris can either be enjoyed as a full-day tour or a 3-days and 2-night stay that includes overnight stays in a private reserve lodge

One-day Kruger Park Safari from Nelspruit

This day safari out of Nelspruit is the best way to see all the animals and flora that the park has to offer. The trip starts nice and early at 05:00 am when you will be picked up from your hotel. You will then head to the park, arriving at about 06:00 am.

From the entrance, your very relaxed and leisurely adventure will begin. Considering the early start, you are bound to spot many animals on your trip, while they all awake, head for a drink, or some heading to sleep.

This is the perfect chance to check every one of the Big 5 off your list. These include the African lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and black/white rhino. Sightings are not guaranteed, but they are quite common. Furthermore, there are 140 different mammals for you to see, including zebra, hyena, giraffe, and buffalo.

You will then head for a picnic spot to enjoy a packed lunch, before heading out on the afternoon safari, which will eventually lead back to the exit. From there, the trip will conclude when you are dropped back off at your hotel in Nelspruit.

This is a wonderful day tour that offers the opportunity to see some amazing animals in their natural habitat, and hopefully spot some of the majestic Big 5 animals.

2-Nights Kruger Safari from Nelspruit/Johannesburg

This luxury safari is definitely for the more discerning guest, looking for comfortable luxury overnight stays to make the most of your safari experience. It is also perfect for anyone looking for exciting things to do from Joburg. 

Day 1 starts early at 05:00 as you are collected by your driver in a cozy vehicle to travel to the park. You will enjoy an early morning game drive before stopping at a scenic spot for breakfast. You will then head back to camp for some relaxation, and then another three-hour night safari awaits. On your return, you can enjoy a traditional braai for dinner, and then bed down for the night.

Day 2 starts with an early rise as the wilderness awakes. You will then embark on a 3-hour game drive, with your guide helping to find and spot any animals you may have missed the day before. You then head for a private lodge for a bit of relaxation. You can then enjoy another game drive, before a delicious dinner and then bedding down like royalty for the night.

Day 3 starts bright and early with another morning game drive or a bush walk. Once the game drive is complete, the leisurely drive back to Nelspruit will start, topping off an ultra luxurious game viewing and overnight safari experience.