10 reasons why we LOVE Kruger Posted on 9 January 2019 Tags:Kruger, Kruger National Park No two trips to Kruger are ever the same. You can drive for hours without seeing a single thing, or you can see the Big Five in a matter of minutes; there’s no telling what you may come across when you enter the park’s gates. With exquisite birds, mesmerising wildlife and abundant flora, the Kruger National Park is a holiday destination unlike any other. Here are 10 reasons, in no particular order, why we love the Kruger National Park. 1. The views View this post on Instagram Missing the kruger 🐘. #krugerlife #wildlifeislife #wildlifephotography #skukuza #krugerview #krugermyhappyplace A post shared by Unaresa_Jordaan Wildlife (@unaresajordaanwildlife) on Jun 5, 2018 at 11:21am PDT Whether you’re at Lower Sabie enjoying a hot cup of coffee on a deck overlooking the river or on top of Nkumbe Lookout cooking up a storm, your view is sure to be magnificent. You are bound to spot all manners of park residents passing by or napping under the trees. The viewpoints around Kruger will captivate you and leave you humbled by Mother Nature’s beauty. View this post on Instagram „Everything the light touches is our kingdom.“ – The Lion King 🦁❤️ #krugernationalpark #thelionking #geweihtesland #viewpoint #southafrica #landscapephotography #southafricanskies #home #sanparks #mothernature #grasslands #savanna #viewpoint #pridelands #safari #gamedrive #travel #travelblog #travellife #canonphotography #inlovewiththisplace #nkumbelookout A post shared by Bente Bøther (@bentienti) on Apr 7, 2018 at 11:11am PDT 2. The rest camps View this post on Instagram Final camp, final night of our vacation. Another little bungalow in the bushveld 👌🏻 A post shared by Neil van Rooyen 🇿🇦 (@neil.vanrooyen) on Jan 6, 2019 at 6:45am PST With 13 rest camps to choose from, visitors can immerse themselves in the Kruger experience from various perspectives. From an entrance time which is an hour earlier for overnight visitors (4:30am) to a night of falling asleep to the sounds of nearby animals, rest camps give holiday-makers an authentic experience. If you need help deciding which camp to choose from, read about them here. 3. Afsaal View this post on Instagram South Africa’s beauty and the beasts! #southafrica #camping #afsal #tree #ladies #nature #wild #animals #southafricanskies #southafricansunset #sunset #beauty #wild #krugernationalpark #krugersunset #wilderness #africangirl #travel #adventure #goals #bucketlist #southafricangirl #sky #sun #picturesque #home A post shared by Claudia (@claudiabaggerohr) on Apr 27, 2017 at 6:42am PDT Afsaal is an institution in itself. Located between Skukuza and Malelane in the Marula region, it’s a picnic spot that holds a special place in many visitors’ hearts. Sip on the delicious coffee and enjoy a hearty breakfast after your morning game drive, all while take in the never-ending song of the woodland kingfisher. There’s friendly service at Afsaal, and spending a morning here is definitely worth it. View this post on Instagram Breakfast in the park A post shared by Lisa (@lisamack360) on Aug 6, 2017 at 6:52am PDT 4. The Little Five The leopard tortoise, rhino beetle, elephant shrew, ant lion, and the red-billed buffalo weaver make up the Little Five. Keep your eyes peeled to spot these small creatures in between your search for the Big Five. View this post on Instagram Some times slowing down is just what ones needs. We had a lazy visit from this Leopard tortoise this morning. The #leopardtortoises is the fourth largest species of tortoise in the world. #nambucamp #slowlife #balulegamereserve #tortoise #nationalpark #discoverwildlife #safarilive #bushlife #glamping #gamedrive #safari #travel #southafrica #aboutsouthafrica #nature #wildlife #africanretreats #natgeotravel #travelafrica #knp #krugernationalpark #greaterkruger #balule #drakensberg #beautiful #bucketlist #lonelyplanet #sundestinations A post shared by NambuCamp (@nambucamp) on Nov 4, 2018 at 9:46pm PST View this post on Instagram Dynastinae or rhinoceros beetles are a subfamily of the scarab beetle family (Scarabaeidae). Other common names – some for particular groups of rhinoceros beetles – include Hercules beetles, unicorn beetles or horn beetles. Over 300 species of rhinoceros beetles are known. . . . #rhino #rhinoceros #animals #wildlife #elephant #rhinos #nature #safari #d #art #animal #africa #rhinoplasty #giraffe #zoo #elephants #ps #rhinobeetle #rhinohorn #photography #lion #southafrica #rhinoconservation #love #animalsofinstagram #rhinoplastydiary #rhinoplastyspecialist #rhinomode #rhinoprod #bhfyp A post shared by Animal World (@animalworldspics) on Dec 8, 2018 at 7:49am PST View this post on Instagram Behold, a fully grown African Sengi (Elephant Shrew) 😊 This species is native to Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. It may look like a mouse, but it’s actually related to an elephant 🐘 The sengi are known to mate for life, and scientists study their monogamous relationships. ❤ #africansengi #sengi #elephantshrew #namibia #botswana #southafrica #animals #nature A post shared by Animal Lovers 🐾🐾 (@animal_compassion) on Dec 28, 2015 at 12:12pm PST View this post on Instagram Myrmeleontidae caterpillar. #antlion #insects_of_our_world #ip_insects #tgif_macro #tgif_insects #uwn_insect #macro_holic #vivomacro #macro_experience #pocket_macro #electric_macro #macro_spotlight #macro_perfection #ic_nature #macro_highlight #_macroart #macro #insects #macrophotography #macro_x #bns_macro #my_daily_macro #macroworld_tr #igbest_macros #macro_freaks #top_macro #worldwide_macro #macrooftheday #insectguru #kings_macro A post shared by Ido Hofshteter-Sebbag (@ido_macro) on Jan 7, 2019 at 2:15am PST View this post on Instagram Bufalero Piquirrojo (Bubalornis niger) Red-billed Buffalo-Weaver. Ave paseriforme de la familia Ploceidae que habita en África oriental y austral. Parque Nacional Kruger, Sudáfrica. septiembre 2018. #PygargusWildTours #birds #pajaros #BufaleroPiquirrojo #Bubalornisniger #RedbilledBuffaloWeaver #naturaleza #natura #nature #naturephotography #fotografianaturaleza #photographynature #canon #canonnature #sudafrica #kruguernationalpark A post shared by Ramón Fernández Bonilla (@ramonfdezbonilla) on Nov 20, 2018 at 1:07am PST 5. The baobabs View this post on Instagram KNP #krugerbaobab A post shared by Udo Kleindienst (@kii_0070) on Nov 10, 2016 at 2:37am PST A baobab tree is a sight to behold. The canopy looks like the tree’s root system, giving the tree an upside-down appearance, and the enormous trunk coupled with its towering height makes the baobab an absolute wonder. Baobabs occur naturally in central and northern Kruger, however, if you’re visiting or staying at Satara, taking a 25km trip to the southernmost naturally-occurring baobab tree in Africa is a must. 6. Breakfast in the bush View this post on Instagram #eggs #krugerbreakfast #timbavati A post shared by dylan (@dylboy1970) on Apr 29, 2017 at 4:26am PDT Breakfast in the wild is one of the most satisfying experiences in Kruger. Will a vervet monkey try steal your toast, or are you going to have to defend your designated chef from one of them using a rubber snake? The possibilities with the monkeys around are both endless and entertaining. Seasoned bush-breakfasters are well aware of these little tricksters, but regardless of their presence, no breakfast tastes as good as one cooked on a skottle in the bush. The Kruger is dotted with picnic sites, with 14 spots in the south, 16 in central Kruger and 9 in the north. View this post on Instagram #krugerbreakfast #timbavati A post shared by dylan (@dylboy1970) on Apr 29, 2017 at 4:25am PDT 7. The sunrises View this post on Instagram Good morning from Kruger National Park… Thank you to our guide Neil for the beautiful photo! #bushsunrise #krugersunrise #krugersafari #silhouettes @elephantherdtours A post shared by Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris (@elephantherdtours) on Jun 25, 2018 at 12:08am PDT There is little in the world that compares to the beauty of an African sunrise. The sky erupts with oranges, yellows, pinks, and reds that welcome the new day as well as early game-viewers. This can be prime hunting time for big cats, such as those from the Verhami lion pride. Getting into the park early therefore comes with the benefit of seeing a sunrise but also of quiet roads and the potential to see the last of the nocturnal animals before they turn in for the day. No two sunrises are ever the same and you should wake up for one of them at least once on your next trip. 8. The sunsets View this post on Instagram Crocodile Bridge and Lower Sabie are statistically the top camps for cheetah. At a point this year, there were 3 sets of mother and cubs hanging around within 5km from Crocodile Bridge. Then, none of them were seen for some time, until this beautiful sighting was reported! It was seen on a Crocodile Bridge sunset drive and was #TingedBy @photolomio If you guys are looking for cheetah, definitely try Crocodile Bridge and Lower Sabie! For those wanting real time alerts of sightings, message us for our WhatsApp group! Tags: #Nature #travel #vacation #view #adventure #outdoors #explore #lucky #wilderness #Tourist #Visiting #animal #camping #wild #africa #wildlife #safari #Krugernationalpark #Kruger #Krugerpark #Knp #Exploring #naturephotography #sunset #cheetahs #cheetah #cat #bigcat #instacat A post shared by Latest Sightings – Kruger (@latestkruger) on Sep 29, 2018 at 12:48am PDT For those who aren’t too keen on a 4am wake up, experiencing a sunset is also spectacular. Animals generally become more active as night begins to fall, seeking out shelter or prey. The colours of the African sky will enrich your soul. 9. The birdlife View this post on Instagram #best_birds_planet _planet #woodlandskingfisher #safari #bestofafrica #best_natureshot #kambakuriverlodge #birdparadise A post shared by Kambaku River Lodge – 5 ***** (@kambaku_river_lodge) on Oct 16, 2018 at 3:44pm PDT The Kruger National Park is home to 490 bird species. From glorious waterbirds to incredible raptors, there is always an interesting bird to see on your daily game drive. The contrasting colours of the woodland kingfisher to the enormous wing span of Africa’s biggest eagle, the martial eagle (1.93m) makes Kruger a birder’s paradise. There are so many shapes, sizes and colours that one has to see it to believe in this bird haven. If you’ve spotted a Southern ground hornbill, you are among some of the lucky few as these remarkable birds are on the endangered list. View this post on Instagram 📷 By @megzc01- “This guy was right on the side of the road in a big tree, which is actually pretty amazing since birds are generally 10 000km away from the road” #krugernationalpark #kruger #krugerpark #wildlifephotography #wildlife #instatravel #igtravel #travelgram #birdsofinstagram #birds #eagle #martialeagle A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark_) on Oct 17, 2018 at 10:55am PDT View this post on Instagram They see me rollin’… Beautiful lilac breasted roller shot by @shotsbyshiv A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark) on Dec 7, 2018 at 1:53am PST View this post on Instagram Beautiful and clear shot of these great birds from @adamkwildlife – Ground Horn Bill. I love these birds and their beautiful lashes A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark) on Nov 20, 2018 at 3:05am PST 10. The animals One can only hope to see the Big Five when visiting the Kruger. Timing, patience and luck all come into play on your game drive to determine what you see. You could be the only car to spot a leopard crossing the road, or you could wait in a queue to see a lazy lion napping in a shady spot. You might spy a solitary elephant on the side of the road, only to realise you’re in fact surrounded by an entire heard. Having the opportunity to marvel at the animal kingdom in their natural habitat is truly an experience unlike any other. View this post on Instagram 📷 from @liam.rainier – A warthog does not go down easily, especially a large boar. This male leopard had taken on a massive boar and with a lot of risk he tore away at the pigs chest cavity until it succumbed to blood loss. A messy death and loud, not falling on deaf ears. Hyena’s were soon at the scene and all he can do is watch as they feed. A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark) on Dec 21, 2018 at 5:41am PST View this post on Instagram Gotta get your elephants in a row, not just your ducks! Photo from @brandenjj A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark) on Dec 18, 2018 at 4:01am PST View this post on Instagram Side by Side 📷 @muzerious A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark) on Oct 24, 2018 at 7:37am PDT View this post on Instagram 📷🦁 from @philip.garry – Epic reflection of a Lion drinking water A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark) on Sep 18, 2018 at 5:05am PDT View this post on Instagram Great story and shot from @life.of.bee – There’s nothing more exciting on a self drive when you turn the corner and see the unexpected. During our recent trip to the Kruger National Park, on our last day, we were privileged to experience an incredible encounter with African Wild Dogs. We turned a corner and spotted 4 adult Wild Dogs as they locked onto something to hunt. Behind them were 5 pups! This image was captured as the pups got sight of an adult running back to them with left overs from the kill they had just made. The interaction that followed was thrilling. Keep an eye on my feed for more images from this sighting! A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark) on Oct 29, 2018 at 12:34am PDT View this post on Instagram 📷 from @andidill – Verreaux’s Giant Eagle Owl in last light. These birds are magnificent 😍🦉 A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark) on Sep 16, 2018 at 7:48am PDT View this post on Instagram New life. 📷 from @nick_dup A post shared by Kruger National Park (@krugernationalpark) on Nov 28, 2018 at 1:58am PST Featured image: Pixaby Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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