About
Kruger National Park is one of the largest game reserves in Africa and the flagship national park of South Africa. It covers nearly 2 million hectares, stretching across the north-east of the country. Its southern and central parts lie in Mpumalanga province, and its northern section extends into Limpopo.
What a visit offers
The park is known for its wildlife, and it is home to the Big Five, along with a wide range of other animals. Because the reserve is so large, the landscape changes from one area to the next, and each stretch of road can bring a different kind of sighting. Visitors who want to see animals in their natural setting will find the park a natural choice.
- Wildlife viewing: the Big Five and a diverse mix of other species across a varied landscape.
- Scale: with nearly 2 million hectares, there is room to spend days exploring different regions.
- Two provinces: the park reaches from Mpumalanga into Limpopo, so the north and south feel different to explore.
Planning your trip
Kruger National Park is a place to plan around its size. Distances inside the reserve are long, so allow time to drive between areas and to stop for sightings. Its entrance and address are in Mpumalanga, and the park can also be called Kruger Park. For questions before you travel, the park can be reached by telephone at +27 13 735 4000.
