| When is the best time to visit the Kruger Park | | | | please do not forget to pack in your camera, |
| for a safari? | | | | video camera and binoculars. Remember the |
| The best time to go on a Kruger Park Safari is | | | | battery for the digital camera as well as the video |
| during the summer months, November and | | | | camera, and any other electrical cords and plugs |
| December. It is hot and humid but not scorching, | | | | necessary. |
| and you can expect continues rainfall or the | | | | Accommodation. Decide if you want |
| occasional late afternoon showers to cool off the | | | | accommodation like bungalows, chalets and |
| day. It is also the time in the Kruger Park when | | | | camping (of which there are plentiful |
| lots of young animals are born. It is beautiful! | | | | accommodation types of available in the Kruger |
| How many days does a proper Kruger safari | | | | National Park) or do you prefer accommodation |
| take? | | | | that is more luxurious and stylish. The Kruger |
| It is recommended to book your stay for about | | | | Park has 21 self-catering rest camps that consist |
| two to four nights. It will give you more than | | | | of camping facilities, bungalows and huts of which |
| enough time to really enjoy the animals, go on a | | | | the latter is fully furnished and equipped. These |
| 4X4 game drive and enough time to see the Big | | | | camps are official, enclosed facilities with |
| Five and relax at the beautiful camps, hotels and | | | | amenities. |
| lodges. | | | | If you prefer a luxurious, stylish and world-class |
| What should you pack in for your Kruger holiday | | | | African safari in terms of service and the interior, |
| and safari? | | | | you can choose between seven private lodge |
| An African safari is one of those one-in-a-lifetime | | | | concessions and 11 designated private safari |
| experiences so to make your trip the most | | | | lodges in the Kruger National Park. The Kruger |
| comfortable and enjoyable we recommend a few | | | | lodges offer a variety of activities including |
| items that you must bring along. | | | | morning and late afternoon 4X4 game drives with |
| - Cotton clothing in neutral colours is needed for | | | | an experienced game ranger and tracker, |
| the game drives, but please avoid whites as it | | | | delectable cuisine prepared by professional chefs, |
| attracts certain bugs at night. | | | | guided bush walks and in some cases wellness |
| - Most importantly very comfortable shoes for | | | | spas. |
| the bush walk. Something such as boots or track | | | | - Passports and Visas. When visiting South Africa, |
| shoes. | | | | a full passport is essential and should be valid for |
| - You’ll need sandals to wear when | | | | at least six months after your return. If you are |
| you’re relaxing at one of Kruger Park’s | | | | visiting the Kruger National Park in South Africa or |
| lodges and enjoying a delicious meal. | | | | Botswana you don’t need a visa; however |
| - Please pack in shorts as the Kruger Park is | | | | you will have to have a visa for Zimbabwe |
| generally a warm place. It is also required for the | | | | - Travel insurance. Most banks and credit cards |
| walks and warm midday periods. | | | | offer travel insurance so make sure you have |
| - In order to unwind from a hot and enduring | | | | one in case of medical emergencies and missed |
| bush walk, pack in your swimming costume as | | | | connections. Also get a copy of your plan |
| most of the Kruger Park’s accommodation | | | | coverage. |
| facilities have swimming pools. It is advisable to | | | | - Immunization. The Kruger National Park is |
| consult your travel agent on the facilities of the | | | | situated in a malaria area so visit your doctor at |
| place you’re staying at. | | | | least three weeks before flying to South Africa |
| - Lots of sun block, a hat, lip balm and your | | | | to get prescriptive anti-malaria medication. And |
| sunglasses. | | | | remember to bring lots of insect repellant. Stock |
| - If you wear contact lenses pack in an extra pair | | | | up on general medical supplies before leaving your |
| of lenses and remember the solution. | | | | country as well as any chronic medication. |
| - The Kruger Park is all about sightseeing so | | | | |