5 Day Kruger National Park Safari – Tented Camping

5 Day Kruger National Park Safari – Tented Camping Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable Kruger National Park Safari adventure that offers an authentic wilderness experience in South Africa. This 5-day tented camping safari includes exhilarating 4×4 game drives, comfortable tented accommodation, and opportunities to witness the legendary Big 5 in their natural habitat. Based at the iconic Pretoriuskop Rest Camp, this budget-friendly safari immerses you in the beauty and wildlife of the Kruger National Park.

Quick Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Transfer from Johannesburg to Kruger, afternoon game drive
Day 2: Full-day Kruger 4×4 safari game drive
Day 3: Game drive or optional Panorama Route tour
Day 4: More wildlife viewing or optional excursions
Day 5: Sunrise game drive and return to Johannesburg

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Johannesburg to Kruger National Park

Begin your Kruger National Park Safari with a morning pickup from O.R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg. Travel to Hazyview, enjoy lunch at Perry’s Bridge Trading Post (own account), and transfer to Pretoriuskop Rest Camp. After settling into your safari tent, embark on a thrilling 3-hour sunset game drive. End the day with a hearty dinner under the African sky.

Included: Afternoon game drive, dinner, tented accommodation
Optional: Upgrade to hut/bungalow

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Kruger National Park

Wake up early and venture into the wild on a full-day 4×4 safari game drive with your experienced guide. Expect incredible Big 5 sightings along with giraffes, zebras, antelope, and prolific birdlife. Break for lunch at a rest camp (own account) before continuing your wildlife exploration. Return to camp for a relaxing evening and dinner.

Included: Full-day game drive, breakfast, dinner, tented accommodation
Optional: Upgrade to hut/bungalow

Day 3: Safari Game Drive or Optional Panorama Route Tour

Enjoy another exciting day on your Kruger National Park Safari. Choose between a full-day game drive or an optional guided Panorama Route day tour (extra cost), featuring sights like Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, and the Three Rondavels. Alternatively, begin the day with a morning bush walk (extra cost) led by a SANParks ranger.

Included: Game drive, breakfast, dinner, tented accommodation
Optional: Panorama Route tour, bush walk, upgrade to hut/bungalow

Day 4: More Safari Adventure or Optional Excursions

Your safari continues with another day of game viewing or the chance to explore the stunning Panorama Route (if not taken on Day 3). Choose to track wildlife on a 4×4 game drive or enjoy leisure time at the camp. Round off your day with a delicious dinner and time around the campfire.

Included: Game drive, breakfast, dinner, tented accommodation
Optional: Panorama Route tour, bush walk, upgrade to hut/bungalow

Day 5: Sunrise Game Drive & Return to Johannesburg

On the final morning of your Kruger National Park Safari, enjoy one last sunrise game drive as you seek out animals not yet seen. After a relaxed breakfast at the camp, transfer back to Hazyview and journey onward to Johannesburg, arriving at O.R. Tambo Airport around 18:00.

Included: Sunrise game drive, breakfast, return transfer

Safari Accommodation – Pretoriuskop Rest Camp

This Kruger National Park Safari features accommodation in spacious safari tents at Pretoriuskop Rest Camp. Each tent includes twin beds, electricity, bedding, towels, and mosquito-netted windows. Shared facilities include bathrooms, a dining lounge, firepit, and access to the main camp’s restaurant, swimming pool, shop, and bar. An upgrade to a bungalow or hut is available (extra cost and subject to availability).

Optional Activities

Panorama Route Day Tour (replaces a game drive, at extra cost)
Early Morning Bush Walk with SANParks ranger (pre-booking required)

Transport for Your Kruger Safari

Transfers are by air-conditioned minibus between Johannesburg/Pretoria and Hazyview. All game drives are conducted in open-sided 4×4 vehicles, offering excellent views of Kruger’s wildlife. Pickup is from O.R. Tambo Airport at 07:00, and drop-off on Day 5 is around 18:00.