Fodor's the Complete Guide to African Safaris by Fodor's Travel Guides

Author:Fodor's Travel Guides
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Fodor's Travel
Published: 2018-05-22T04:00:00+00:00

WHERE TO STAY

It’s impossible to recommend just one camp in Kruger. One person might prefer the intimacy of Kruger’s oldest camp, Punda Maria, with its whitewashed thatch cottages; another might favor big, bustling Skukuza. A great way to experience the park is to stay in as many of the camps as possible. The SANParks website (www.sanparks.org) has a comprehensive overview of the different camps. The bushveld camps are more expensive than the regular camps, but offer much more privacy and exclusivity—but no shops, restaurants, or pools. If you seek the ultimate in luxury, stay at one of the private luxury lodges in the concession areas, some of which also have walking trails.

Reservations for park-operated accommodations should be made through South African National Parks. If air-conditioning is a must for you, be sure to check the website to confirm its availability in the accommodation of your choice. TIP → Book your guided game drives and walks when you check in. Opt for the sunset drive. You’ll get to see the animals coming to drink plus a thrilling night drive.

Bateleur. $$ RESORT Hidden in the northern reaches of the park, this tiny camp, the oldest of the bushveld camps, is one of Kruger’s most remote destinations. Pros: private and intimate; guests see a lot at the camp’s hide; no traffic jams. Cons: long distance to travel; there’s a TV, which can be a pro or a con depending on your point of view. Rooms from: R1930 Kruger National Park 012/428–9111 reservations www.sanparks.org 7 rooms No meals.

Fodor’sChoice Berg-en-Dal Rest Camp. $ RESORT FAMILY This rest camp lies at the southern tip of the park, in a basin surrounded by rocky hills. Pros: you can sit on benches at the perimeter fence and watch game come and go all day; leopard and wild dog regularly seen. Cons: always crowded (although chalets are well spaced out). Rooms from: R1150 Kruger National Park 012/428–9111 reservations www.sanparks.org 166 rooms No meals.

Biyamiti. $ RESORT Close to the park gate at Crocodile Bridge, this larger-than-average, beautiful, sought-after bush camp overlooks the normally dry sands of the Biyamiti River. Pros: easily accessible; lots of game; variety of drives in area. Cons: difficult to book because of its popularity. Rooms from: R1375 Biyamiti Camp Rd., Kruger National Park 012/428–9111 reservations www.sanparks.org 15 rooms No meals.

Crocodile Bridge. $ RESORT FAMILY Situated in Kruger’s southeastern corner, this award-winning small rest camp sits on the scenic Crocodile River and doubles as an entrance gate, which makes it a convenient stopover if you arrive near the park’s closing time and are too late to make it to another camp. Pros: adjacent to one of best game roads in park; ideal for guests looking for self-catering bushveld experience; sunrise and night drives are offered. Cons: close proximity to the outside world of roads and farms. Rooms from: R1350 Kruger National Park 012/428–9111 reservations www.sanparks.org 46 rooms No meals.

Fodor’sChoice Jock Safari Lodge. $$$$ RESORT This lodge, one of South Africa’s loveliest, is set among 14,826 acres of private concession in southwest Kruger.

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