Duration
7-Day
Kruger National Park, South Africa
7-Day Private Kruger Camping Safari
Overview
This tour is perfect for nature lovers who wish to spend more time in Kruger National Park. It covers a vast area of Kruger and allows for ample opportunity to enjoy the African bush and all it has to offer. You will enter Kruger in the middle and explore the park south from there in 4 different camps including Letaba, Satara, Skukuza and Berg en Dal.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Johannesburg to Johannesburg (Johannesburg)
Via Kruger NP
Country & park
South Africa / Kruger National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Activities
game drives, evening/night game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Accommodation
Budget camping Inside Kruger NP – Day 1: Dinner Included – Day 2: All Meals Included – Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch Included – Day 4: Breakfast & Dinner Included - Inside Kruger NP
Meals
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch Included; Day 4: Breakfast & Dinner Included; Day 5: All Meals Included; Day 6: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Nov 1, 2025 - Oct 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$2,200 USD
Nov 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$2,420 USD
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 US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 13 receive a discount and children under 3 are free.
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Route
country
South Africa
Start
Johannesburg (Day 1)
Day 1-6
Kruger NP
End
Johannesburg (Johannesburg) (Day 7)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes camping.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't 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.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: minivan & normal 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-4
Budget camping Inside Kruger NP – Day 1: Dinner Included – Day 2: All Meals Included – Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch Included – Day 4: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Inside Kruger NP
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch Included; Day 4: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 5-6
Berg-en-Dal Rest Camp
Mid-range rest camp inside Southern Kruger NP
Day 5: All Meals Included; Day 6: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 7
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
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.
Day 1
Johannesburg to Kruger National Park
Your journey begins with a transfer from O.R. Tambo International Airport at 7:40 am. Brace yourself for a 7-hour expedition, our guides greet you around 2:30 pm in Phalaborwa, a charming town bordering Kruger. Indulge in a personal lunch at a local restaurant before we head to the entrances of Kruger National Park. We access Kruger through the Phalaborwa Gate, on a leisurely drive to Letaba, our initial camp. This safari drive traverses Mopani and Bushwillow woodlands – ideal locations for encountering elephants and buffalo. Prepare for your first spectacular wildlife sighting. Upon arrival at Letaba around 6:00 pm, check-in, settle in, and relax while enjoying the sunset by the Letaba River. Letaba Camp, nestled on the riverbanks with breathtaking views. The camp offers a Park Shop, a swimming pool, a restaurant, and The Great Elephant Hall – a museum dedicated to Kruger’s most colossal elephants. As night falls, we’ll prepare a traditional South African dinner over an open fire. Inside Kruger NP Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Kruger NP Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Kruger National Park - Central Section
With the sunrise, embark on an early morning game drive, eager to explore the incredible wildlife inhabiting this region. Renowned for vast herds of Buffalo, Elephants, and elusive Leopards along the Letaba River, this Kruger part promises awe-inspiring sightings. Keep watch for diverse wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, and various antelope species. Our journey leads to a scenic picnic site, indulging in a delightful breakfast before a leisurely drive back to Letaba. Upon returning to camp, enjoy the amenities and unwind during midday. Lunch will be served, setting the stage for an afternoon filled with excitement. Brace for another thrilling game drive, exploring the area for more remarkable wildlife encounters. As the day concludes, return to camp for a delectable dinner under the vast African sky and enjoy the surroundings and sounds of the bush. Inside Kruger NP All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Kruger NP Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 3
Kruger National Park - Central Section
We begin with an early sunrise drive along the Letaba River. Our route takes us east, exploring an area with a large pride of lions. We’ll return to camp for a hearty breakfast, as we journey further south towards our next destination, Satara. Heading to Satara, the landscape transforms into open savannah grasslands, creating a perfect habitat for large herds of grazing animals like Zebra and Wildebeest. Upon reaching Satara, savor a prepared lunch, providing time to unwind before heading on an afternoon drive in the surrounding area. Satara is a hotspot for grazing animals, promising excellent wildlife viewing opportunities. The camp features a waterhole just outside where animals can be spotted even from the camp. Tonight, dinner is at your own expense at the camp restaurant. Following dinner, prepare for a night drive in search of nocturnal animals. Led by a trained Kruger ranger, this shared adventure with fellow park guests offers a chance to witness the big cats on the prowl. Inside Kruger NP Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Kruger NP Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 4
Kruger National Park - Southern Section
Our adventure in the Satara area begins with coffee, setting the stage for tracking Cheetahs in the expansive grasslands. We’ll return to camp for breakfast, then bid farewell to Satara. Our journey to the next camp, Skukuza, is 90 kilometers. En route, we’ll traverse areas renowned for lion sightings and stop at two iconic water points known for attracting animal species. Arriving at Skukuza around 1 pm, enjoy an own-expense lunch at the camp restaurant. Skukuza, the largest camp in Kruger, sits along the banks of the famous Sabie River, boasting beautiful riverine forest trees. After lunch, relax and explore the camp’s facilities, including a swimming pool, a Park Shop, a museum, a Wi-Fi hotspot and scenic walkway along the Sabie River with many benches. Midday, venture into the Skukuza area for more wildlife encounters, very promising for lion sightings. This area boasts an impressive 20 members. Dinner will be served under the stars in our makeshift bush restaurant tonight. Inside Kruger NP Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: Budget camping Inside Kruger NP Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 5
Berg-En-Dal, Kruger NP
Today we will meet for some coffee early in the morning and then go out for a sunrise safari drive, following the winding rivers as they head east and we will search the lower branches of the giant trees for any resting or feeding leopards. We also hope to see some elephant and white rhino and if we are very lucky we could spot a rare black rhino in this area. We will stop at a picnic site to enjoy breakfast in the bush and return to camp in the late morning. The area receives the highest rainfall of Kruger national Park and this in turn allows for stunning riverine forests to grow along the rivers. It is the perfect area for elephant and leopard and the area boasts the highest concentration of Rhino in the park. This afternoon we will take you out on a safari drive in search for some amazing animals that live in the Berg en Dal area. We will return to camp at sunset, start preparing dinner and enjoy the sounds of the African bush by the warm fire. Mid-range rest camp located inside Southern Kruger NP All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: Berg-en-Dal Rest Camp Mid-range rest camp located inside Southern Kruger NP Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 6
Berg-En-Dal, Kruger NP
Today you will have the opportunity to enjoy a guided bush walk in the wild and untamed Kruger National Park. You will be taken out with a trained Kruger ranger where he/she will teach you more about the bush and tracking the different animals, it is a chance to see and experience things that you cannot see easily from a vehicle. We will have lunch back at camp and allow for sufficient time to enjoy the camp facilities before we go out for one last afternoon drive. The camp facilities include a swimming pool, small souvenir shop, a waterhole and a self-guided walking trail. On this afternoon`s drive we expect the African wilderness to reveal itself in true majestic style as this part of Kruger is teeming with life! We also hope to see some elephant and white rhino and if we are very lucky we could spot a rare black rhino in this area. Dinner tonight will again be cooked over the fire while we listen to the sounds of nature and look back on your great safari. Mid-range rest camp located inside Southern Kruger NP Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: Berg-en-Dal Rest Camp Mid-range rest camp located inside Southern Kruger NP Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 7
Kruger - Johannesburg
Today you need to have bags packed and ready to go when the gates open. We will do game drive and have breakfast at a picnic spot before exiting Kruger. Your transfer leaves from Hazyview at 12:30 and you will be back in Johannesburg in the late afternoon between 4:00 – 5:00 pm. Please note that you should not book your domestic flights before 19:00 pm on this day and your international flights should please not be before 20:00 pm. We do offer "add-ons" to this tour so please feel free to enquire at any time. We are sure that we will be able to assist you in making your experience as unforgettable as the African sunset itself. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Johannesburg Airport (Johannesburg) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) 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)
Sleeping bag
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Bath towels
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)
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
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
Offered by
Wild Planet Safari
5.0 operator rating
260 reviews
We operate fantastic tours and safaris to Kruger National Park in South Africa. We have a wide variety of options to suit all budgets and adventure levels. Our Kruger National Park Safari options range from 3 to 11 days and we have many more packages that explore the area around Kruger National Park. We take pride in making sure that we provide you with the best experience possible.
Office In
South Africa
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2010)
Member Of
SATSA & FGASA
Tour Types
Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
South Africa
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Amazing experience
Easy booking, great communication, flexible, knowledgeable guide, couldn't have asked for a better experience for our family. Would 100% recommend.
Rochelle · New Zealand
Perfect safari experience
At the beginning of November, we went on a three-day private safari with overnight stays at Skukuza Camp in Kruger National Park. The entire organisation and handling with Thale in advance was perfect, and we also received tips on how best to continue our journey in South Africa after the safari. We received an absolutely all-inclusive package. A transfer service in Johannesburg took us from the airport to Hazyview. There we met our guide Eric and the cook Keygi. We liked them both right from the start and they made us feel that we didn't have to worry or take care of anything. And that's exactly how the next few days went. We were treated to incredibly delicious food and saw fantastic wildlife in the park. Eric has been doing this for almost 20 years and was able to answer all our questions. We saw the Big Five within 1.5 days and much more. Wild Planet Safari offers an unforgettable experience with its all-inclusive service (transfer, accommodation, game drives and shared meals). We were able to concentrate fully on the animals and nature as we didn't have to worry about anything else. We can only recommend everyone to book a private safari here. If we ever get the chance to visit this beautiful place again, we will definitely book with Wild Planet Safari again. Many thanks to the entire Team.
Lukas & Andrea · Germany
It was perfect!
We booked a 4-day safari with Wild Planet, and Eric made it the most wonderful experience. He was a great safari guide, the best cook and we appreciated the time with him very much. He gave us so many great moments and a lot of infomation; we saw the magnificent seven and are just so grateful. After such intense and wonderful days together, it was really hard to say goodbye. But we will come back, and in the meantime, we will recommend Wild Planet Safari (with Eric) to all our friends. Thank you so much for this incredible experience, Eric. We are glad to have met you.
Lars · Germany
Wonderful Trip!
We had a wonderful time touring Kruger National Park with Wild Planet Safari. We did an extended north to south tour and our guides, Eric and Ryan were great. Hope was our cook and his meals were wonderful! Thale took care of all the administrative details and was wonderful to work with. We hope to be able to do this again in the future!
Katherine · United States
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
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 US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children of all ages. Children under 13 receive a discount and children under 3 are free.
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: Dinner Included – Day 2: All Meals Included – Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch Included – Day 4: Breakfast & Dinner Included - Inside Kruger NP. Meals: Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; Day 3: Breakfast & Lunch Included; Day 4: Breakfast & 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
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Wild Planet Safari, 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.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Wild Planet Safari.
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