Walking in the Kruger National Park with an experienced ranger is one of the most sought-after activities in Africa. Not only do you get to see Big Five, but you also get to understand the rhythm of the Kruger National Park’s wilderness.
Despite the exhiliration of a self-drive or even guided safari, walking safaris are considered to be even better.
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What You Need To Know
The Kruger Park is renowned for its walking safaris and this meandering adventure is right up there in the Kruger. Mosat of the famous parks’camps provide guests with the opportunity to take part in daily early morning and afternoon guided walks. Guests are taken out of the camp’s boundaries to explore the surrounding wilderness areas adjacent to the camp.
Experiences guides are an indispensable part of the walking safari experience. Their knowledge of the wildlife, fauna and flora is invaluable. By being on foot you get to cover an area more intensely and you are able to experience nature using all of your senses.
Consult your doctor before travelling to the Kruger
Take malaria meds before visiting
Bring everything you need personally because the amenities are limited
Wear comfortable shoes and clothes in neutral tones
Take hand wipes along – it can get dry and dustry in the bush
Drink a lot of water to stay hydrated
Most of the main rest camps do have shops
Focus on one area in the Kruger to explore because the entire park is roughly the size of Israel and it crosses over two provinces, borders Zimbabwe and Mozambique and is home to over 1 million animals
The south is cheaper, more popular with tourists and generally has more game
The central Kruger is more ‘bushy’, harder to get to with better views on-route
The far north is quieter with good birdlife
Please refer to the weather and climate section for the best time to travel to the Kruger.
Basic first-aid kit
Hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Comfortable walking shoes
Hiking-specific socks
Neutrally-toned and light coloured clothing
Something warm if it gets chilly
Soft backpack to store personal goods when walking
The daytime temperatures in the Kruger during winter are pleasant, but it can get rather cold in the evening. The summer months on the other hand are very hot and humid, with either continual rains or occasional afternoon thunder showers.
A safari style holiday.
Berg-en-Dal (with satellite Malelane)
Crocodile Bridge
Letaba
Lower Sabie
Mopani
Olifants
Orpen (with satellites Maroela and Tamboti)
Pretoriuskop
Punda Maria
Satara (with satellite Balule)
Shingwedzi
Skukuza
Boulders Bush Lodge
Pafuri Border Camp
Roodewal Bush Lodge
Imbali Safari Lodges
Jock Safari Lodge
Lukimbi Safari Lodge
Rhino Walking Safaris
Shishangeni Private Lodge
Singita Lebombo Lodge
Singita Sweni Lodge
The Outpost
Lion Sands Kruger
Pafuri Camp
Popular Walking Safaris in the Kruger National Park
Each of our popular itineraries can be tailor-made to suit your budget as well as your specific interests.
FAQs about Walking Safaris in the Kruger National Park
A walking safari is an exciting activity in which participants go on slow-paced, guided treks through the bush with the goal of discovering different wildlife species.
Because of the slower tempo and lower angle of being on foot, minor elements that are neglected on game drives become more evident.
No, but you would need an experienced safari guide for your walk. It is not recommended to walk out on your own on a walking safari in Africa.
Yes, all guides have intensive wilderness and safety training, and they are equipped wherever a potential threat may exist.
Pafuri has a mix of lodges and campsites available for visitors. Some examples of this include; Pafuri Rivercamp, The outpost Lodge, Nthakeni Bush & River Camp and much more.
Safari/bucket showers are common in mobile or tented camps where there is no permanent plumbing. They are an effective yet environmentally friendly way to shower where water is at a premium and provide plenty of hot water to wash comfortably.
Generally, there is an en-suite private shower stall within your tent with a “rainfall” style shower head at which you can control the water flow. Outside the tent, there is a large waterproof bag or bucket which is filled with about 10 to 15 litres (5 US gallons) of hot water before being raised with a pully/rope system to either connect to the shower pipe or fill a cistern.
The water is delivered at the ideal temperature so it is best to use it as soon as it arrives. Staff typically fill the showers at a pre-arranged time of day, or you simply need to give them a few minutes notice so they can get it ready.
This is all dependent on the countries that you will be visiting and due to the status of certain vaccinations changing at times. Please consult our experts before getting vaccines.