SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa's standouts.
A shortlist of the 10 mpumalanga tours most worth booking in South Africa, with what each one is like on the day, who runs it, and what it costs.
Sunrise Kruger game drives from Marloth Park with a live guide, Big Five odds, open-vehicle comfort, and bush breakfast. From $61 pp.
“Gerry was great! We saw 4/5 of the big four in our tour! We got plenty of good information about the animals and he ensured he got us into a good spot to see the animals. Definitely worth the money. 💫”
Full-day open-vehicle Kruger safari with hotel pickup from Hazyview or Phabeni gate, ranger-led Big Five focus, and small group touring.
“Love love love KRUGER would highly recommend this trip - guilds all amazing This is the way to do a safari”
Half-day open-vehicle safari from Marloth Park into Kruger with expert spotting, great photo chances, and pickup included; fees and meals extra.
“We just had our game drive this morning and despite the rainy weather we were able to sight 3 of the big 5, some of the small 5 and a few notable members of the ugly 5. Hayley was our guide and the only word that comes to mind is awesomRead more”
Morning half-day Kruger safari with hotel pickup and an open vehicle. Chase Big Five sightings, enjoy guide spotting, and charge devices.
“The morning before the stop was good but after the stop the driver wasn't really interested in showing us much. We did a self drive the next day and had a much better experience even after 10 when it got hotter.”
Full-day open-air Kruger safari with a small group and hotel pickup. Guides help you spot wildlife; entry fees and meals are extra.
“My family and I did several private game drives with Kruger Pride Safaris in May 2025. Booking was very easy--I was able to arrange everything via email with Liz several months ahead of our trip. Liz was very easy to communicate with and eveRead more”
A 5-hour Kruger morning safari with an early start, bottled water, and a private guide who does most of the spotting.
“It was wonderful the tour guide was on time and very well informed. Checked up on us and made sure we were okay. Thank you Lindokhule for the experience”
Early full-day Kruger safari from Hazyview with Big Five chances, small-group feel, and helpful guide spotting tips—entrance fees extra.
“Our tour started off in the most majestic way with a welcoming from a very playful elephant. Our tour guides, Lwazi and his tour partner who is completing his practicals, shared their knowledge and gave us the best experience we could ask for.”
Full-day Kruger game drive from Marlothpark in a small group on an open safari vehicle, targeting the Big Five with ranger guidance.
“Wow! Amazing day. Stefan went out of his way to make sure we saw as much as we could even though it was a “quiet” day we still got to see 4 of the big 5 plus a hyena, giraffes, zebras, every bird possible and so much more. He was so knowledgeable and funny. Thanks…”
10-hour Kruger shared safari with open vehicles, expert local guides, and radio-guided spotting for a Big Five–style day.
“We had an amazing day touring Kruger Park with equally amazing tour guide Lisa Schweppes! She was sensitive to all the wonderful creatures in the park while getting us up close and personal. She navigated our group when a pride of 20+ lionRead more”
Sunrise Safari in Kruger National Park from Marlothpark with pickup, a small group game drive, and flexible picnic-style snacking.
“The tour guide was friendly and informational but I don't feel like we saw as much as we could have. Especially already have been in the park for 2 days doing a self drive, we were very successful at seeing nearly everything except for cheetaRead more”
