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.
“The tour was great. Jerry was amazing and he even provided some blankets for the early morning drive. I would recommend him to anyone.”
Full-day open-vehicle Kruger safari with hotel pickup from Hazyview or Phabeni gate, ranger-led Big Five focus, and small group touring.
“Absolutely amazing tours. I took 2 full day tours with Stephen as my, and pretty much the best guide I can imagine. We saw all the big 5, had great conversations and I learned so much. This guy loves his job and one can really feel that all the time.”
Half-day open-vehicle safari from Marloth Park into Kruger with expert spotting, great photo chances, and pickup included; fees and meals extra.
“We had such a good guide (Jan). He showed us all the good spots and told us lots around the wild life. We loved it, thx”
Full-day open-air Kruger safari with a small group and hotel pickup. Guides help you spot wildlife; entry fees and meals are extra.
“We had 3 incredible days on Safari with amazing Hayley Myburgh! She is a great guide with a high knowledge. We have seen all the big 5 and so much more! Additionally we have also seen some of the ugly 5 😉 It was a amazing time and we can highly recommend to book Hayley…”
Morning half-day Kruger safari with hotel pickup and an open vehicle. Chase Big Five sightings, enjoy guide spotting, and charge devices.
“Saw all big 5. Sippo was very friendly and explained a lot in detail. Very interesting. We liked it very much. 3 persons from Germany”
A 5-hour Kruger morning safari with an early start, bottled water, and a private guide who does most of the spotting.
“Excellent safari; great guide; highly recommended! Vehicle was comfortable and felt safe throughout.”
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.
“The safari with the ranger was great. The start of the day was not good. When booking we asked to be picked up at the location where we are staying. Seekoei road 1740. After booking, we found out that the pick-up point at Seekoei road 4401 is at 5 AM. This address turns Read more”
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”
