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Kruger National Park Full Day Safari Tour

5.0 (14 reviews) 8–10 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Kruger National Park Full Day Safari Tour

About this activity

Regarded by our guests as the best Kruger National Park experience you can have, we will watch as the bush comes to life as a new day dawns whilst enjoy your morning bush coffee on this 9-hour private safari. As you enjoy the waking hours, be inspired by the history and legacy of safari as you gain a vivid understanding of the adventure that lies before you. Your guides are not only experts on the land and its wildlife, but also its heritage and folklore. You will have the opportunity to experience the Kruger National Park both visually, imaginatively and emotionally as you seek out its wildlife. Go in search of the legendary Big 5 and leave thrilled, connected and in touch with nature on this African safari adventure.

Day Trips Nature and Wildlife Tours Full-day Tours Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours 4WD Tours Safaris Involves Animals

At a glance

Duration
8–10 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–10
Guide
German, English
Operated by
Safaria

Ages: Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional bush guide with Open Safari Vehicle
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Children 6 month - 1 years and older are welcome
  • Included: Blankets and Rain Ponchos on vehicle should the weather change

Not included

  • Not included: Excludes Kruger National Park Conservation & Entrance fee (KNP International fee is R603pp)
  • Not included: Travel insurance
  • Not included: Meals: Breakfast and lunch

Itinerary

  1. Kruger National Park

    10 hours

    Our Full Day Ulendo Safari greets the dawn chorus at 05h30am in Summer months and 06h15am in Winter months. We will enter the gates shortly after there opening (05h45 in summer and 06h15 in winter).

    Our professional guides will introduce you to the splendour of the Kruger National Parks history, heritage and of course wildlife.

    Between 08h30 to 09h15 we will stop at one of the camps for breakfast (all meals for your own account) before heading out again into the bush.

    We again stop for lunch at 12h00 (usually at Skukuza)

    Whilst in the rest camps we will unpack some of the history and iconic landmarks in the camp areas and close vicinity. Part of the magic of Kruger is understanding her history and events that shaped the land.

    After lunch, we head off on the last stretch of the days safari until 16h00 when you will return back to the same Gate that your entered through. You can expect to see Elephant, Buffalo, Hippo, Giraffe, Zebra, a variety of antelope and perhaps Lion and Leopard.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Kindly note if your accommodation is further than 15km from nearest gate to Kruger, you will require either a transfer or you can travel by own or rental vehicle and park safely at the Kruger National Park gate parking area. We can confirm this with you.

End point

  • Kindly note if your accommodation is further than 15km from nearest gate to Kruger, you will require either a transfer or you can travel by own or rental vehicle and park safely at the Kruger National Park gate parking area. We can confirm this with you.

Pickup points

  • Southern Sun Mbombela
  • Skukuza Rest Camp
  • eBundu Lodge
  • StayEasy Mbombela
  • Chill Pepper Boutique Hotel
  • Plains Camp @ Rhino Walking Safaris
  • Elegant Guest House
  • Pestana Kruger Lodge
  • Greenway Woods Accommodation
  • HOTEL247
  • Schneider's Boutique Hotel
  • Premier Hotel The Winkler

and 21 more pickup points

For guests staying in the Malalane, Marloth Park, White River and Hazyview area who are within 10km of Numbi Gate, Phabeni Gate, we are happy to collect on the Open Safari Vehicle at no charge.

Our Full Day Safari Pick-Up & Drop-Off times are as follows :

Collection times - 05h15am in Summer (Sunrise and Full Day Safari)

  • 06h00am in Winter (Sunrise and Full DaySafari)

Drop Off Times - 13h00pm in summer and winter for Half Day Safaris and 15h30pm in summer and winter for Full Day Safaris.

Dates: See Availability

Return point: Guests will be returned to Gate of Entry or accommodation collected from.

Kindly note the following KRUGER NATIONAL PARK entrance fees for 2021 :

R 145 per adults & R 80 per child under 12 - South African

R 260 per adult & R 136 per child under 12 - SADC Countries

R 603 per adult & R 295 per child under 12 - International Guests

The above fee is charged for all day visitors. Kindly ensure that you either have the available cash or card for the above fees. Your guide will manage this process on your behalf.

Using your ticket

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travelThe adventure of Safari is often unpredictable so we advise that our guests kindly bring with them the following Safari gear:
  • Camera
  • Binoculars
  • A good bush hat for summer months or warm beanie in winter
  • Sunglasses
  • Comfortable shoesWhat to Wear - Summer Months (September to April)

Cool functional attire preferably in dull darker shades to create uniformity with vehicle and not stand out visually to game species. Always remember a good hat as well as sunscreen. Midday temperatures can reach upward of 40 degrees and afternoons can experience thunder showers. All vehicles are equipped with blankets and waterproof ponchos for our guests.

What to Wear - Winter Months (May to August)

During the winter months we typically experience blue skies with a daily average temperature of 20 - 25 degrees celcius. Early morning and late afternoons are cooler and we recommend warmer attire as this is amplified when travelling on an open safari vehicle. We do provide blankets but long pants, jacket and beanie are recommended.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • The adventure of Safari is often unpredictable so we advise that our guests kindly bring with them the following Safari gear:

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Cool functional attire preferably in dull darker shades to create uniformity with vehicle and not stand out visually to game species. Always remember a good hat as well as sunscreen. Midday temperatures can reach upward of 40 degrees and afternoons can experience thunder showers. All vehicles are equipped with blankets and waterproof ponchos for our guests.

  • During the winter months we typically experience blue skies with a daily average temperature of 20 - 25 degrees celcius. Early morning and late afternoons are cooler and we recommend warmer attire as this is amplified when travelling on an open safari vehicle. We do provide blankets but long pants, jacket and beanie are recommended.

  • Sunglasses

  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

  • Minimum age is 6 months

  • Please bring binoculars

  • Minimum of 2 people per booking

  • Camera

  • What to Wear - Winter Months (May to August)

  • What to Wear - Summer Months (September to April)

  • Comfortable shoes

  • A good bush hat for summer months or warm beanie in winter

  • KNP ENTRANCE FEE PAYABLE AT THE GAT ON DAY OF SAFARI

Traveller ratings

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