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The Kruger National Park, which measures a whopping two million hectares, is approximately the size of the whole of Wales. Although there are still fences between parts of the Kruger National Park and Mozambique and Zimbabwe, so the planned Greater Limpopo Transfrontier Park is not quite yet a reality. When it is, it will be spectacular. Actually, Kruger already is. Most of the park is situated in the Lowveld. Restricted to broad valleys below 1 000m above sea level, the Lowveld is what many people consider to be the 'real' Africa. In this low-lying subtropical climate, broad-leaved trees and thorn trees co-exist happily in relatively open woodland, interspersed with long grass - and, of course, game. Wildlife abounds.

In the far north, it gets hotter and the vegetation changes to mopane woodland and, right in the northern part of the country, huge baobab trees dominate the landscape. 

Giraffe

The rivers here tend to be broad and slow-moving and may consist of no more than a few unconnected pools at the end of the dry season but that's when the game congregates around the few known water sources - so it all evens out.

You may have heard the cynical remark that Kruger is 'too developed' with loads of town-like camps and other infrastructure. Well, yes. The park does have a number of good accommodation options - more than 20 SANParks camps and a few private luxury lodges as well. That may sound like a lot - but remember that Kruger is the size of Wales - and in all that space there is one town - the main camp, Skukuza, is virtually a small town - about a dozen tiny hamlets with less than a hundred families and a few out of they way camps that would probably relate to a small farmstead. That leaves an awful lot of real wilderness.

Lion

You can do Kruger as a self-drive or as a guided tour. Other exciting options include walking safaris, mountain bike trails and a self-drive 4x4 trail. The nearest airport to the park is the Kruger-Mpumalanga International Airport, just outside Nelspruit. The southern, more popular, part of Kruger is about four hour's drive from Johannesburg, and a little less from Pretoria. The drive to the more remote, far less utilised, northern part, takes a few hours longer, but it's not on the same route. You could do a great circular tour if you had ten days or so to spare. Fly in to KMIA and enter the park in the south, drive very slowly to the north, spending a day or two at different camps en route, and then drive back to Johannesburg. (Or the other way round, of course.)

Strangely - and contrary to expectations - the northern part, which is truly wild, has less animals than the south so don't feel you're missing out if you've only got a few days in the more busy part of the park. As well as the Kruger National Park, the lowveld is well endowed with private nature reserves, most of which have luxury lodges, where guests are subjected to an outrageous level of pampering and taken on fantastic game drives and optional walks by very knowledgeable and attentive guides. Many lodges even have attached wellness centres where you can fill in the time between morning and evening game drives with a massage, facial or some other indulgent treatment.

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Buckler's Africa by BON Hotels Buckler's Africa by BON Hotels, Komatipoort, SOUTH KRUGER PARK
Buckler’s Africa Lodge is located on the banks of Crocodile River bordering the Kruger National Park. It is set in large landscaped gardens with stunning views over the park. Each of the self-catering units at Buckler's Africa are air-conditioned and have either a kitchen or kitchenette. Tea-and-coffee-making facilities are provided, as well as milk and rusks. They are all equipped with a TV with selected satellite channels and the private bathrooms have a walk-in shower and free toiletries. Buckler's Africa has a swimming pool and observation deck, offering guests plenty of space to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings. An optional breakfast is also available at a surcharge. Crocodile Bridge Gate is 10 minutes away. The borders of Mozambique and Swaziland are close by. 
Crocodile Bridge Safari Lodge Crocodile Bridge Safari Lodge, Komatipoort, SOUTH KRUGER PARK
Providing views of the Crocodile River and bordering Kruger National Park, Crocodile Bridge Safari Lodge is situated outside Komatipoort and offers self-catering suites and tented accommodation with a viewing deck. The air-conditioned tents offer twin or double beds and have an en-suite bathroom with a shower. All tents feature views of the Crocodile River. The riverfront suites are located a few meters from the Kruger Park fence. Crocodile Bridge Safari Lodge offers a garden with outdoor swimming pool and there is a communal kitchen and dining area. Staff can help you organise activities such as game drives and fishing. Guests can access the Kruger National Park through The Crocodile Bridge Gate, which is 200 m from the camp.
Kruger Allo Kruger Allo, Komatipoort, SOUTH KRUGER PARK
Featuring garden views, Kruger Allo in Komatipoort features accommodation, a restaurant, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a shared lounge, a garden and a terrace. The bed and breakfast features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Offering a patio, all units are air conditioned and have a dining area and a seating area with a satellite TV. Kruger Allo offers a continental or Full English/Irish breakfast. A bicycle rental service is available at the accommodation. Crocodile Bridge is 11 km from Kruger Allo, while Komati River Weir is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Skukuza, 89 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Boom Huisie Boom Huisie, Holiday Home, Komatipoort, SOUTH KRUGER PARK
Located in Komatipoort with Medical Doctor nearby, Boomhuisie offers accommodation with free WiFi. All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV and kitchen facilities and one of the units also comes with a dishwasher. The holiday home offers an outdoor pool. BBQ facilities is available for guests to use at Boomhuisie. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Sports Grounds, Fishing and Komati River Weir. The nearest airport is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, 86 km from the property.
 
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