
Kruger: Big Five Private Safari
Experience the legendary Kruger National Park on a private safari designed around exceptional wildlife encounters. Explore vast wilderness in search of lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffalo, guided by an experienced local safari expert.
Details at a Glance
- Duration
- 3 days
- Location
- South Africa
- Experience
- Private Experience
The Experience
Step into the wild heart of South Africa on an immersive private safari through Kruger National Park, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations. Your journey begins with a private transfer into the park, where expansive savannahs, woodland and river systems create a remarkable habitat for wildlife. Set out on your first game drive with an experienced private safari guide. Rather than following a fixed route, your guide will read the landscape, animal tracks and current wildlife activity to give you the best possible opportunities for sightings. Search for the legendary Big Five, including lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros and buffalo. Kruger is also home to cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, wild dogs and hundreds of bird species. Early morning drives offer cool temperatures and excellent opportunities to encounter active wildlife. Afternoon and sunset drives reveal another side of the park as animals become increasingly active. Between game drives, relax at your carefully selected lodge or luxury safari camp. Enjoy the sounds of the African bush, freshly prepared meals and time to unwind surrounded by nature. Your final safari takes you deeper into the wilderness before your private transfer out of the park. This is Kruger experienced at a slower, more personal pace, with the freedom to focus on the wildlife and moments that matter most to you.
The Highlights
Private Big Five safari in Kruger National Park
Search for lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffalo
Private safari vehicle
Professional local safari guide
Morning and afternoon game drives
Sunset wildlife experience
Luxury lodge or safari camp accommodation
Excellent wildlife photography opportunities
Discover Kruger's diverse landscapes
Look for cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, zebras and hippos
Immersive African wilderness experience
Experiences & Activities
The Flow
Day 01
Enter the Kruger Wilderness
Meet your private driver and begin your journey towards Kruger National Park. Enter the park and begin your first game drive while travelling towards your lodge or safari camp. Keep watch for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and predators. Arrive at your accommodation and enjoy time to relax before an afternoon or sunset game drive.
Day 02
Full Day Big Five Safari
Wake early for a sunrise game drive when the bush is at its most active. Your guide will track wildlife activity and explore different areas of the park in search of the Big Five. Return for breakfast before continuing your morning. Enjoy lunch and time to relax before heading out again for an afternoon and sunset game drive. As daylight fades, watch the landscape transform beneath the African sky.
Day 03
Final Wildlife Encounter
Begin your final morning game drive. Search for wildlife you may not yet have encountered and enjoy one last opportunity to photograph the landscapes and animals of Kruger. Return for breakfast before departing the park. Your private transfer continues to your preferred drop off point.
What's Included
- ✓Private return transportation
- ✓Private safari vehicle
- ✓Professional safari guide
- ✓Kruger National Park entry fees
- ✓Conservation and applicable park fees
- ✓Morning and afternoon game drives
- ✓Sunset game drive
- ✓Accommodation
- ✓Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- ✓Bottled drinking water
- ✓Selected soft drinks
- ✓Picnic lunch where required
- ✓All applicable taxes
- ✓Safari briefing
Not Included
- ×International flights
- ×South Africa visa fees
- ×Travel insurance
- ×Alcoholic beverages
- ×Personal expenses
- ×Tips and gratuities
- ×Laundry
- ×Optional activities
- ×Items not specifically listed under inclusions
The bush falls silent. Your guide stops. A movement in the grass. A distant roar. Then an elephant emerges from the woodland as the morning light spreads across the savannah. This is the wild heart of South Africa.
Choose Your Experience
Classic Safari
USD 1,250 / person
Comfortable lodge or safari camp accommodation with a private safari vehicle.
Book This ExperienceLuxury Safari
USD 1,950 / person
Premium lodge or luxury safari accommodation with enhanced service.
Book This ExperienceFAQs
The Kruger: Big Five Private Safari starts from USD 1250 per person for 3 days.
