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3-Day Kruger National Park Camping Safari

Kruger National Park, South Africa

3-Day Kruger National Park Camping Safari

4.8 / 5 · 115 reviews Offered by Khalanga Safaris 3-Day

Overview

On this camping tour you will experience Kruger National Park at its best and be close to nature while on a budget. You will spend 2 nights in one of the iconic Kruger Park Rest Camps, enjoy game drives in an open safari vehicle with an experienced, enthusiastic nature guide and savour meals prepared by our guide. Transfers from and to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are included.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

3-Day

Route

Johannesburg to Johannesburg

Via Kruger NP, O.R. Tambo Airport (Johannesburg)

Country & park

South Africa / Kruger National Park

Style

Safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

4 years

Activities

game drives

Accommodation

Budget camping Inside Kruger NP – Day 1: Meals at Own Expense – Day 2: Dinner Included - Inside Kruger NP

Meals

Day 1: Meals at Own Expense; Day 2: Dinner Included; Meals at Own Expense

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

ZAR

3-Day Kruger National Park Camping Safari
Kruger National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

ZAR

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 n/a* ZAR R 19,132 ZAR
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 n/a* ZAR R 19,132 ZAR

Before booking

Important To Know

This tour is not available to solo travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
This tour accepts children who are 4 years and older.

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Route

Tour route map
country South Africa
Start Johannesburg (Day 1)
Day 1-2 Kruger NP
Day 3 O.R. Tambo Airport (Johannesburg)
End Johannesburg (Day 3)

Tour Features

Budget camping

This is a budget camping tour.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Not for solo travelers

Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.

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Minimum age of 4 years

The minimum age for this tour is 4 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: minivan
We can book domestic flights for clients, and advise about international flight options.
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Budget camping Inside Kruger NP – Day 1: Meals at Own Expense – Day 2: Dinner Included

Day 1-2

Budget camping Inside Kruger NP – Day 1: Meals at Own Expense – Day 2: Dinner Included

Inside Kruger NP

Day 1: Meals at Own Expense; Day 2: Dinner Included

Day 3

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Meals at Own Expense

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival and First Game Drive

Day 1

Arrival and First Game Drive

Your adventure begins at 7:45 am with a shuttle transfer from OR Tambo (Johannesburg International Airport) to Hoedspruit, the safari capital of central Kruger Park. Upon arrival at approximately 13.30 you will be met by your safari guide with an open safari vehicle. This type of car gives you a 180 degrees’ panoramic view of the African savanna with a full experience of all smells and sounds, and a perfect vantage point to see over high grasses and bushes. We will spend the afternoon on a game drive in Kruger National Park and arrive at the rest camp before dark. Your guide will set up the camp and retire for a restful night's sleep, in your tent in the middle of the African bush. Inside Kruger NP Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Kruger NP Meals: Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Full Day Safari

Day 2

Full Day Safari

Today is the highlight of your Kruger Safari as we will spend the entire day looking for the best animal sightings. We will get up at dawn to make the most of our Kruger safari. Your guide prepares a quick coffee and snack as we get on our way. We'll spend the morning in search of all the iconic animal species including the Big Five with a professional field guide, who will frequent dams, waterholes and riverbeds where animals can be seen. Only one dinner included of which will be a special braai prepared by your guide on your final night in the Kruger National Park to celebrate your stay. All other meals will be for your own account at the restaurant on-site, where credit cards are accepted. If you prefer something more personalized, we can also arrange a private chef at an additional cost to prepare meals for you for the 2 nights in Kruger National Park. Inside Kruger NP Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Kruger NP Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning Drive and Return to OR Tambo Airport

Day 3

Morning Drive and Return to OR Tambo Airport

We will depart early on our last game drive, and reach Hoedspruit mid-morning. Your shuttle departs at 10.30 am towards OR Tambo Airport (arrival at approximately 5.30 pm), where this tour ends. Whether you continue your journey in Africa or return back home, you will take a lifetime of unforgettable memories with you of your African safari experience. Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Or Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Meals at own expense Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

Camping equipment

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Sleeping bag

Bath towels

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
We can book domestic flights for clients, and advise about international flight options.
Fly to/from O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB - Check price) in Johannesburg
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Khalanga Safaris
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Offered by

Khalanga Safaris

4.8 operator rating 115 reviews

Khalanga Safaris offers tailored safari tours expertly crafted by our knowledgeable and helpful travel consultant, and lead by one of our qualified nature guides who can’t wait to share their enthusiasm and love for nature with our local and international guests. Khalanga Safaris is a family run tour operator founded by Shoes Mathebula in 2016 after many years of working as a guide, ranger and tracker for Kruger National Park and privately owned establishments in the region.

Office In

South Africa

Size

1-5 employees (Founded in 2016)

Tour Types

Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day

Destinations

South Africa

Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.80 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Khalanga is offering unforgettable wildlife adventures in Kruger.

Our day safari with Khalanga Safaris was truly fantastic. From the very first moment, everything radiated professionalism and passion. Our guide was not only extremely knowledgeable but also warm and enthusiastic, which created a welcoming and adventurous atmosphere throughout the day. We saw an impressive variety of wild animals and received fascinating explanations about their behavior and habitat. The organization was flawless.

Photo by Miranda
Photo by Miranda
Photo by Miranda

Miranda · Belgium

Verified

A dream week in South Africa with Khalanga

My husband and I had an incredible week traveling around Kruger with Prince and a really lovely experience coordinating and booking the experience with Thamia. We did the 6-Day Safari with Night Drive, River Safari, and Panorama Route Tour in May 2025. The Panorama Route Tour was a gorgeous way to spend the last parts of our drive from Johannesburg and get to know Prince before spending the week together. Prince was an incredible guide with a TON of knowledge that he was always willing to share with us. We got to see the Big 5 and Prince was very patient in helping us try to spot the elusive rhino. I would highly recommend Khalanga and Prince for your Kruger safari.

Photo by Lo
Photo by Lo
Photo by Lo
Photo by Lo

Lo · United States

Verified

Wonderful experience with an exceptional guide

We had a wonderful experience with Khalanga. We did the panorama route (breathtaking) with 3 days in Kruger National Park. Shoes was our guide and he was exceptional. He has an incredibly unique perspective as his family lived on the land that is now Kruger National Park for many generations and lived with the animals. He intimately knows animals, their behaviours, tracks, calls (including being able to mimic bird calls), you name it. He is passionate, informative and a joy to spend time with. We felt privileged to be able to see the park through Shoes's incredibly unique perspective. Khalanga safaris is the way to go. You will have an incredible experience.

Sophie · Australia

Verified

Knowledgeable and attentive with excellent communication skills

We thoroughly enjoyed our 5 nights/6day Kruger safari with Shoes at Khalanga Safaris. Pre trip communication was excellent and the accommodation,food and guided drives were top quality. Shoe’s knowledge of the park and its numerous inhabitants is most impressive and his description of animal behaviours was wonderful. We were a party of 3 adults all with experience of African safaris in the past and agreed that Shoes and Khalanga was the perfect match for us. Would recommend for an authentic Kruger Safari experience.

Craig Henderson · United Kingdom

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 4 years and older.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request changes to this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Budget camping Inside Kruger NP – Day 1: Meals at Own Expense – Day 2: Dinner Included - Inside Kruger NP. Meals: Day 1: Meals at Own Expense; Day 2: Dinner Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Khalanga Safaris, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Khalanga Safaris.

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