Kruger National Park · From Johannesburg
4 Day Kruger Safari – 4 Star Kruger Gate Hotel from Johannesburg
Four days of southern Kruger game viewing from a hotel beside the Paul Kruger Gate.
- Duration4 days · 3 nights
- DepartsJohannesburg
- Game drivesFull-day drive and morning drive
- RateOn enquiry
Price confirmed for your travel dates on enquiry
Your 4-day Kruger Gate Hotel safari
This 4-day safari takes you by road from Johannesburg to Kruger Gate Hotel, beside the Paul Kruger Gate of Kruger National Park, for three nights with breakfast and dinner daily, a full-day game drive and a morning game drive in an open safari vehicle.
The hotel's position near the Sabie River and Paul Kruger Gate gives quick access to southern Kruger, known for sightings of lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. Between drives, you can relax by the pool and enjoy the bushveld surroundings.
The safari suits couples, honeymooners, families, photographers and international visitors who want more time in Kruger, with a balance of game viewing and relaxation.
Package highlights
What this road safari offers.
- Three nights at Kruger Gate Hotel, beside the Paul Kruger Gate
- Full-day guided game drive in southern Kruger
- Early morning game drive, when animals are most active
- Return road transfers from Johannesburg through Mpumalanga
- Breakfast and dinner included daily
- Optional Panorama Route stops, depending on timing
Your safari route
Johannesburg
Early morning road transfer
Mpumalanga
Optional Panorama Route viewpoints, depending on timing
Kruger Gate Hotel
Three nights beside the Paul Kruger Gate
Kruger National Park
Full-day and morning game drives
Johannesburg
Return by road on day 4, or drop-off at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
Route overview, not a map. Pick-up point, departure time and any Panorama Route stops await confirmation.
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Your itinerary
Day 1 Johannesburg to Kruger Gate Hotel
Leave Johannesburg early in the morning and travel through Mpumalanga, with its mountains, valleys, forests and small towns. Depending on timing, you may stop at Panorama Route viewpoints such as God's Window, Lisbon Falls and the Blyde River Canyon (optional).
On arrival at Kruger Gate Hotel, check in and relax by the pool before dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Kruger Gate Hotel
Day 2 Full-day Big Five safari
Wake before sunrise for a full-day game drive in an open safari vehicle in southern Kruger National Park. Your guide searches for lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, and the Skukuza and Sabie River areas are known for predator sightings. You may also see cheetah, wild dog, giraffe, zebra, crocodile, hippo, hyena and many bird species.
Breakfast packs are usually eaten in the park, and the group stops for lunch at one of Kruger's rest camps (lunch is at your own cost). Return to the hotel in the late afternoon for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Overnight: Kruger Gate Hotel
Day 3 Morning safari and free time
Head out early on a morning game drive, when predators, elephant, giraffe, antelope and birds are active and the light is good for photography.
Return to the hotel for breakfast and free time by the pool. In the late afternoon, you may join a sunset game drive as nocturnal wildlife becomes active.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner
Overnight: Kruger Gate Hotel
Day 4 Return to Johannesburg
After a relaxed breakfast, travel back through Mpumalanga, arriving in Johannesburg in the late afternoon. Drop-off at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport can often be arranged instead.
Meals: 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
- Return road transfers from Johannesburg
- 3 nights' accommodation at Kruger Gate Hotel
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- Guided game drives in open safari vehicles
- Professional safari guide
- Kruger National Park entrance fees
- Conservation fees
What is excluded
- Lunches and drinks
- Optional Panorama Route activities
- Spa treatments
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
Where you will stay
Kruger Gate Hotel is next to the Paul Kruger Gate entrance to Kruger National Park, near the Sabie River, giving quick access to the southern part of the park.
The hotel has a pool overlooking the bushveld, a viewing deck and a spa. Wi-Fi is available in most public areas and rooms. Breakfast and dinner are included daily.
- Beside the Paul Kruger Gate
- Pool and viewing deck
- Breakfast and dinner
- Road transfers from Johannesburg
A look at your safari
Questions about this 4-day Kruger Gate safari
What is included?
The package includes return road transfers from Johannesburg, three nights at Kruger Gate Hotel, game drives with a professional guide, breakfast and dinner daily, and Kruger National Park entrance and conservation fees.
Where is Kruger Gate Hotel?
Kruger Gate Hotel is next to the Paul Kruger Gate entrance to Kruger National Park, near the Sabie River.
How many game drives are included?
The safari includes a full-day game drive on day 2 and a morning game drive on day 3. A sunset drive on day 3 may also be possible; ask us to confirm.
What animals might I see?
You may see lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, hippo and hyena. Sightings are never guaranteed.
Are meals included?
Breakfast and dinner are included daily. Lunches and drinks are not included unless stated otherwise.
Is the Panorama Route included?
Panorama Route stops are optional and depend on timing and travel arrangements. Activities there are at extra cost.
Can I fly out from Kruger instead of returning to Johannesburg?
Yes, drop-off at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) can often be arranged, depending on your travel plans.
Is this safari suitable for families and honeymooners?
Yes, the safari suits couples, honeymooners, solo travellers and families.
Can dietary requirements be accommodated?
Yes, vegetarian, vegan, halal and allergy-sensitive meals can usually be arranged with advance notice.
What should I pack?
Pack neutral-coloured clothing, comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a camera, binoculars and a warm jacket for early mornings.
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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.