Kruger National Park · From Johannesburg
2 Day Kruger National Park from Johannesburg
Discover Kruger National Park on a 2-day safari from Johannesburg.
- Duration2 days · 1 nights
- DepartsJohannesburg
- Game drivesAfternoon and morning drives
- RateOn enquiry
Price confirmed for your travel dates on enquiry
Your 2-day Kruger safari
This 2-day safari takes you by road from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park for an afternoon and a morning game drive, with one night's accommodation in the Hazyview area on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis.
You travel with an English-speaking guide in an open safari vehicle through the park's rivers, open savannah and dense bushveld, looking for lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, along with birds and other wildlife.
Pick-up is from Johannesburg hotels, Sandton accommodation or OR Tambo International Airport. The safari suits first-time visitors, couples, families, solo travellers and small groups who want a short safari.
Package highlights
What this short safari offers.
- A chance to see the Big Five in their natural environment
- A wide variety of wildlife
- Game viewing in an open safari vehicle
- Afternoon and early morning game drives in Kruger National Park
- Overnight near the park in the Hazyview area
- Pick-up from Johannesburg, Sandton or OR Tambo
Your safari route
Johannesburg
Pick-up between 6:00 and 8:00 am
Middelburg
Coffee stop on the way
Hazyview
Check-in and overnight stay
Kruger National Park
Afternoon drive with lunch at Skukuza, and a morning drive on day 2
Johannesburg
Arrival at about 4:00 pm on day 2
Route overview, not a map. The overnight lodge, park gates used and travel times await confirmation.
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Your itinerary
Day 1 Johannesburg to Hazyview and Kruger National Park
Leave Johannesburg between 6:00 and 8:00 am and travel by road through Mpumalanga, with a coffee stop in Middelburg on the way to Hazyview.
After checking in at your overnight accommodation, set out on an afternoon safari in Kruger National Park, with lunch at Skukuza Camp. Return to your accommodation for dinner and an early night before the morning drive.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Accommodation in the Hazyview area (dinner, bed and breakfast)
Day 2 Morning safari and return to Johannesburg
Rise early to enter the park as soon as the gates open, when wildlife is most active and the big cats are often hunting. Enjoy a packed breakfast from the hotel during about four hours of morning game viewing.
Then travel back to Johannesburg, arriving at about 4:00 pm.
Meals: Packed breakfast
Rates
Rates depend on your travel dates, group size and room type. Send us your dates and we will confirm the rate for this safari.
What is included
- Bottled water
- Light lunch
- 1 night's accommodation on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis
- Return transfers from Johannesburg
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- English-speaking nature guide
- Park entrance or conservation fees
What is excluded
- Drinks, including alcoholic drinks
Where you will stay
You spend one night at a comfortable safari lodge in the Hazyview area, close to Kruger National Park for quick access to the park. The stay is on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis, with a packed breakfast for the morning drive.
You can also choose your own preferred accommodation, and we recommend our partner Tembo Guest Lodge near Hazyview.
- Near Kruger National Park
- 1 night
- Dinner and breakfast
Questions about this 2-day Kruger safari
What is included in this safari?
The safari includes return transport from Johannesburg, one night's accommodation with dinner and breakfast, guided game drives, park entry fees, a light lunch and bottled water. Drinks are not included.
How far is Kruger National Park from Johannesburg?
The drive usually takes between 4 and 6 hours, depending on the route and the park gate used.
Can I see the Big Five on a 2-day safari?
Yes, you may see lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo in Kruger National Park. Sightings are never guaranteed.
Is this safari suitable for families?
Yes, the safari suits couples, solo travellers, families and small groups. Confirm any child age restrictions when you enquire.
What should I pack?
Pack comfortable clothing, sunscreen, insect repellent, walking shoes, binoculars and a camera.
When is the best time to go?
The dry winter months from May to September offer the best wildlife viewing, as animals gather at water sources and vegetation is thinner.
Can I book a private 2-day safari?
Yes, Kruger Safari Africa offers private 2-day safaris from Johannesburg for travellers who want a more exclusive experience. Ask about arrangements and pricing for your dates.
Where will I stay?
You stay one night in the Hazyview area near Kruger National Park. You can choose your preferred accommodation, and we also recommend our partner Tembo Guest Lodge.
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Let’s plan your safari
Tell us what you have in mind. Your departure point, travel dates and the way you like to travel are a good place to start.
What happens next?
When enquiries open, share your dates and group size so the team can confirm availability, the total price and booking terms before you decide. This preview does not send or store enquiries.
Contact channels will be connected after the client confirms the details.