Greater Kruger
Greater Kruger: South Africa’s Iconic Wilderness and Safari Paradise
Greater Kruger, located in South Africa, is an expansive wildlife conservation area that includes the famous Kruger National Park and surrounding private reserves. Spanning over 20,000 square kilometres, it offers one of the most diverse and accessible safari experiences in Africa. Known for the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo—the area is a premier destination for wildlife enthusiasts. Greater Kruger combines the vast landscapes of the national park with exclusive private reserves, where visitors can enjoy luxury lodges, guided game drives, and walking safaris in the heart of Africa’s wilderness.
Greater Kruger at a Glance
Wildlife
Greater Kruger is renowned for its incredible wildlife, offering one of the best chances to see Africa’s lions, leopards, rhinos and elephants in their natural habitat. The park is also home to a variety of other species, including cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, and numerous antelope. With over 500 bird species, it’s a birdwatcher’s paradise. The diversity of wildlife, combined with its open landscapes and dense bush, makes every game drive an exciting experience, as animals roam freely across this vast conservation area.
Vegetation
The vegetation in Greater Kruger is incredibly diverse, supporting a wide range of ecosystems. The park is primarily composed of savannah and bushveld, with vast stretches of grasslands dotted by acacia and marula trees. In the southern parts, dense thickets and woodlands dominate, providing cover for wildlife like leopards and birds. The northern regions are more open, featuring mopane woodlands and baobab trees, known for their resilience in dry conditions. Along rivers, lush riverine forests create fertile habitats, drawing animals during the dry season. This variety of vegetation offers shelter, food, and habitats for the park’s rich biodiversity.
THINGS TO DO
Visit to the falls
Sundowners
Helicopter Flips
Catch and Release Fishing
Walk with the Rhinos
Safaris
Did you know ?
Did you know Greater Kruger is part of a vast, unfenced ecosystem, allowing wildlife to roam freely across 20,000 square kilometres? This setup creates a natural and unpredictable safari experience, and the area is home to one of the world’s largest populations of white rhinos, playing a key role in their conservation.
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From the moment you start planning your journey with Ameliya, we’re with you every step of the way, fine-tuning the itinerary according to your level of comfort, and booking accommodations to suit your level of exclusivity. While the remote team handles your bookings, transfers, and viewing arrangements, our ground team is by your side, 24×7, for anything you may need, from start to finish.
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