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4 Day Private Kruger National Park Safari Tour

  • OSV - Open Safari Vehicle
  • Private Guided
  • 2 - 9

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 4-day private safari adventure through South Africa’s iconic Kruger National Park—home to the legendary Big Five and an astonishing diversity of wildlife. With Leaders Through Africa, your journey is guided by a dedicated, professional safari guide who will provide in-depth knowledge and personalized attention every step of the way.

From early morning game drives to sunset safaris, you’ll explore vast savannas, riverbanks, and open plains teeming with wildlife. Your flexible itinerary ensures you get the most out of every moment, all while staying inside the park at top-rated rest camps.

Whether you're a first-time visitor or seasoned safari traveler, this private Kruger safari promises a deep connection to nature, exclusive wildlife sightings, and memories to last a lifetime.

Tour Highlights

  • Private guided safari with expert local guide
  • Multiple game drives including morning, full-day, and sunset experiences
  • Stay inside Kruger National Park at Skukuza, Lower Sabie, and Satara rest camps
  • Excellent opportunities to see the Big Five and other iconic wildlife
  • All meals, bottled water, and hot beverages included
  • Traditional South African bush dinners around the campfire
  • Explore diverse landscapes from riverine forests to open grasslands
  • Roundtrip transfers from OR Tambo International Airport included
  • Ideal for couples, families, and small groups seeking a personal safari experience

Tour Itinerary

Start your South African Safari Adventure

Your journey begins at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. From here, enjoy a scenic 6-hour road transfer to the southern region of the Kruger National Park, where your private safari guide will meet you in Hazyview or Hoedspruit.

After a short introduction and bush bumble to Rest Camp, settle in and enjoy lunch on the banks of the Sabie River before heading out on your first sunset game drive. This is your first opportunity to spot wildlife like elephants, giraffes, and predators as the park transitions into night.

Accommodation: Skukuza Rest Camp (Dependent on available)
Type: Mid-range camp located inside Kruger National Park
Meals & Drinks:

  • Dinner included
  • Bottled mineral water
  • Hot beverages

Wake up to the sounds of the wild and enjoy a light breakfast with coffee and snacks before embarking on a full-day guided game drive. Your expert guide will take you through prime wildlife viewing areas, known for high densities of lions, leopards, buffalo, and more.

At midday, you’ll arrive at the picturesque Lower Sabie Rest Camp, where you can relax and enjoy lunch along the Sabi River. In the late afternoon, set out on another sunset safari, offering another chance to witness Kruger’s magnificent wildlife as the day cools down.

Evening brings a delicious campfire dinner, where your guide will share stories of the bush, adding cultural and ecological depth to your experience.

Accommodation: Lower Sabie Rest Camp
Type: Mid-range lodge located inside Kruger National Park
Meals & Drinks:

  • All meals included
  • Bottled mineral water
  • Hot beverages

After a morning coffee and light snacks, your journey continues north into the open grasslands of Central Kruger, renowned for cheetah, ostrich, and even the elusive white lions. This region is known for exceptional sightings of predators in action.

Upon arrival at Satara Rest Camp, enjoy a hot lunch prepared by your guide, followed by time to relax and absorb the natural surroundings.

In the late afternoon, another sunset game drive takes you deeper into the heart of Kruger for a final evening of spectacular wildlife viewing. Dinner tonight is a traditional South African potjie, served fireside with storytelling under the stars.

Accommodation: Satara Rest Camp
Type: Mid-range lodge located inside Kruger National Park
Meals & Drinks:

  • All meals included
  • Bottled mineral water
  • Hot beverages

Final Game Drive & Scenic Transfer

Rise early for your final morning game drive—a last chance to spot wildlife in the golden light of dawn. After returning to camp around 8:00 am, enjoy a hearty breakfast before checking out.

Your guide will transfer you to the park exit, with one last opportunity for wildlife viewing along the way. At 11:00 am, you'll meet your transfer team for a comfortable drive back to Johannesburg.

Enjoy panoramic views of the Drakensberg Escarpment, the gateway to the Blyde River Canyon, with several scenic photo stops en route.

Arrival in Johannesburg is expected between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Domestic flights should be booked no earlier than 7:00 pm and international flights after 8:00 pm to ensure smooth travel.

Accommodation: Not included on return night
Meals & Drinks:

  • Breakfast included
  • Bottled mineral water
  • Hot beverages

Tour Enquiry

Included/Excluded

Included

  • Kruger National Park conservation fees (for non-residents)
  • Private professional safari guide
  • 3 nights accommodation inside Kruger National Park
  • Daily game drives (morning, full-day, and sunset)
  • All meals as specified
  • Bottled still water and hot beverages
  • Airport transfers (roundtrip)
  • All transport in a 4x4 open safari vehicle

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Additional accommodation before/after the safari
  • Tips (Recommended: $10 USD per person per day)
  • Travel insurance, personal items, and souvenirs
  • Government-imposed park fee increases (if applicable)