We opted to do this over hiking Mt Kilimanjaro. So glad we did. I loved the variety of the wildlife and the hiking. The terrain was excellent with a good amount of challenge. Clifford our guide was fabulous. He pointed out the wildlife, gave us interesting information on all sorts of things and led our walks managing a range of abilities and speeds. We loved the trip and had an awesome time. Would highly recommend it to anyone.
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park Trips
Kruger National Park is vast – bigger than the whole of Ireland – and is home to the widest variety of wildlife of any park in Africa. Established in 1898, the last census counted 147 species of mammals, 507 bird species, 114 species of reptiles and 336 different tree types. Without a doubt, Kruger National Park holidays offer pure excitement for wildlife lovers, and it’s a dream destination to go on safari.
The best time to see the animals is either on an early morning or late afternoon game drive. At these cooler times of day, the animals are more active, usually resting in the shade in the hot afternoon sunshine. Elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, hyenas and impala abound, but it is not unusual to spot the more elusive rhino or leopard too. Night game drives give you the opportunity to see creatures in a different light, as powerful torches pick out their eyes glowing in the dark.
Kruger National Park Adventure Holidays
Naomi Kubina South Africa: Walking & Wildlife
Steve Taylor Southern Africa Safari: Kruger & CoastFull on, non stop with excellent wildlife viewing, guides and facilities.
Keith Ginnaw Southern Africa Safari: Kruger & CoastA wide range of wildlife spotted. We were extremely lucky to see Wild Dogs twice, a good number of White Rhino in Umfolozi and significant herds of elephant, Zebra and giraffe amongst many other animals.
Also had a good sighting of lions on our last day in Kruger.
Andrew, very well assisted by Trymore, was an excellent guide full of enthusiasm and a great host. Food prepared at the sites was very good as was the choice of restaurants on the occasions that we ate in towns.
There was a good close up experience with dolphins in Mozambique and it was the dolphins that approached the guests rather than the other way around.
The border crossing from Mozambique involved a lengthy delay as it was a Sunday and many workers travelling across to South Africa.
The lodges used were comfortable and well located.
Overall, a highly recommended trip for those who love wildlife although as always sightings can never be guaranteed.
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