Kruger National Park · From Johannesburg
Full Day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg
A full-day Big Five safari in Kruger National Park, there and back from Johannesburg in one day.
- DurationFull day · about 5 am to 8:30 pm
- DepartsJohannesburg
- Game drivesAbout 4 hours of game viewing
- RateUS$566
per adult · Valid 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027
Your full-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg
This full-day safari collects you from your Johannesburg hotel at around 5:00 am, drives you to Kruger National Park for about four hours of guided game viewing in an open vehicle, and brings you back the same evening, with a light breakfast, light lunch and park fees included.
On the way, you stop in Middelburg for coffee and in Hazyview for breakfast. Inside the park, your English-speaking nature guide looks for the Big Five and other wildlife, with a lunch break at Skukuza Rest Camp between two game drives. Sightings are never guaranteed.
The safari suits first-time safari travellers who want a short wildlife experience from Johannesburg.
Package highlights
Kruger in a single day from Johannesburg.
- A chance to see the Big Five in their natural environment
- A wide variety of wildlife
- Game viewing in an open safari vehicle
- Lunch at Skukuza Rest Camp inside the park
- Scenic road journey through Mpumalanga
Your safari route
Johannesburg
Hotel pick-up at around 5:00 am
Middelburg
Coffee stop
Hazyview
Breakfast at around 10:30 am
Kruger National Park
About 4 hours of game viewing, with lunch at Skukuza
Johannesburg
Drop-off at around 8:30 pm
Route overview, not a map. The entrance gate and return time await confirmation.
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Your itinerary
Day 1 Johannesburg to Kruger National Park and back
We depart Johannesburg at around 5:00 am and travel by road, stopping in Middelburg for coffee and a chance to stretch your legs. The drive to the nearest Kruger National Park gate takes about 4 hours 30 minutes.
Around 10:30 am, we arrive in Hazyview for breakfast before heading to the gate. From about 11:00 am, you set out on a 2-hour game drive in an open safari vehicle, looking for the Big Five and other wildlife.
After lunch at Skukuza Rest Camp inside the park, a second game drive of about 2 hours follows. We leave the park at around 3:30 pm and drive back to Johannesburg, arriving at around 8:30 pm.
Meals: Light breakfast and light lunch
Rates
Approximate prices, converted at exchange rates from 9 November 2026. You pay in US dollars; we confirm the amount when you book.
Prices per person in US dollars. We confirm the final rate for your travel dates when you book.
| Season or option | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 and over) | US$566 |
| Youth (13 to 17 years) | US$387 |
| Child (3 to 12 years) | US$268 |
- Children
- Children under 3 travel free. Youths aged 13 to 17 and children aged 3 to 12 pay the rates above.
2027 rates per person.
What is included
- Bottled water
- Light breakfast
- Light lunch
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- English-speaking nature guide
- Park entrance or conservation fees
What is excluded
- Drinks, including alcoholic drinks
A look at your safari
Questions about this full-day safari from Johannesburg
What is included in this full-day safari?
The safari includes return transport with hotel pick-up and drop-off, guided game drives in an open vehicle, park entrance or conservation fees, a light breakfast, a light lunch and bottled water. Drinks are not included.
What time does the safari start?
Pick-up is at around 5:00 am from Johannesburg hotels. Ask whether a Johannesburg airport pick-up is possible when you enquire.
Can I see the Big Five in one day?
Yes, you may see lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard in Kruger National Park. Sightings are never guaranteed.
How long is the drive from Johannesburg?
The drive to the nearest Kruger National Park gate takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and can take up to 6 hours depending on the route, traffic and gate used.
Is this safari suitable for first-time visitors?
Yes, the safari suits first-time safari travellers looking for a short wildlife experience.
What should I bring?
Bring comfortable clothing, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, a hat and a camera.
Can I book a private full-day safari?
Yes, Kruger Safari Africa offers private full-day safaris for couples, families and small groups. Ask about arrangements and pricing for your dates.
Do you recommend accommodation near Kruger National Park?
Yes, if you would like to stay longer, you can choose your own accommodation, and we also recommend our partner Tembo Guest Lodge near Kruger National Park and Hazyview.
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