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At a glance

  • Kruger National Park is one of the oldest and largest reserves in Africa
  • Sabi Sands is one of several private reserves that share an unfenced border with Kruger; it offers arguably the best Big Five game viewing in Africa
  • The private reserves of the Greater Kruger are home to some of the most luxurious and exclusive lodges in South Africa
  • The Panorama Route offers some of South Africa’s most spectacular scenery
  • A highlight of the route is Blyde River Canyon, one of the largest canyons in the world

Overview

Kruger National Park is perhaps the most famous park in Africa, home to all the Big Five and a mass of other wildlife. To the west lie the private reserves that share its unfenced border, creating the Greater Kruger. The oldest of these reserves, Sabi Sands, is renowned for offering the best Big Five game viewing in the country. And thanks to a long history of sensitive interaction, the wildlife is mostly relaxed, allowing unsurpassed viewing and photographic opportunities. Other popular reserves include Ngala Private Game Reserve, famous above all for its leopard sightings, Thornybush Private Game Reserve, a great option for families, and Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, a conservation success story known for its rare white lions. Some of South Africa’s most luxurious and exclusive lodges can be found in these private reserves.

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