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View on a dam in the Djuma Game Reserve, part of Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park

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Kruger Private Reserves

The private reserves along Kruger's flank, Sabi Sands and Timbavati among them, share the park's wildlife and set their own rules.

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View on a dam in the Djuma Game Reserve, part of Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park
Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill ( Tockus leucomelas ) in Northern Sabi Sand, South Africa.
Male Lion (Panthera leo) and Cub eating a Cape Buffalo in Northern Sabi Sand Game Reserve , South Africa.

Best Reasons to Visit Kruger Private Reserves

Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill ( Tockus leucomelas ) in Northern Sabi Sand, South Africa.

The private game reserves in Kruger are set alongside the national park’s unfenced western boundary and deliver the best Big 5 safaris in Southern Africa. Here are some of our favourite reasons to visit:

  • Stay at the finest luxury safari lodges with spas, gyms, private pools, and some of Africa’s best star-beds.
  • Enjoy 5-star service and exquisite cuisine – Kruger private reserves boast some of the best safari cuisine in Africa by award-winning chefs.
  • Enjoy uncrowded game viewing – there are strict vehicle limits at wildlife sightings in the Kruger private reserves.
  • Experience closer and more frequent animal sightings than in the Kruger National Park.
  • Virtual guarantee to see all the Big 5 (elephant, buffalo, rhino, lion and leopard).
  • Experience extremely high standards of safari guiding.
  • Enjoy exclusive safari activities like off-road game driving for extra close-up encounters, exciting spot-lit night drives, and guided nature walks – these activities are not permitted in the Kruger National Park.

The ‘Kruger area’ and a ‘Kruger safari’ usually comprise the massive national park itself plus the park's surrounding private game reserves. Easily accessible via road or air, these exclusive, conservation-driven reserves are pioneers of the ‘luxury safari’ concept. Whether you're planning a safari for the family, a romantic honeymoon or a wildlife adventure, you can expect a superb luxury safari experience at Kruger private reserves like:

  • Sabi Sands Game Reserve
  • Thornybush Private Game Reserve
  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
  • Kapama Game Reserve
  • Klaserie Private Nature Reserve

To discover other exclusive safari areas in the rest of the continent, see our list of the best private game reserves in Africa.

  • Differences Between Kruger Private Reserves & The National Park

    View on a dam in the Djuma Game Reserve, part of Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park

    The Kruger National Park and its neighbouring private game reserves deliver incredible game viewing, thanks to the large concentration of animals that live within this vast wildlife area. Remember, because there are no fences and the animals are free to roam as they please, sightings in both the national park and the Kruger private game reserves can be equally sensational. The difference is in how you experience those sightings.

    When you’re on safari in one of the Kruger private reserves, you are privy to special activities like:

    • Guided walking safaris. On these expeditions, you are accompanied by a tracker and an expert guide as you experience Africa on foot, like the first explorers did. Approaching big game on foot is an exhilarating experience.
    • Night game drives. Most national parks require all vehicles to be off the roads by sunset. In the Kruger private reserves, your guide can finish up the afternoon game drive at a scenic viewing spot (with a sundowner drink in hand) and then head back to the lodge slowly, sweeping a spotlight from side to side, catching the eyes of Africa’s nocturnal creatures.
    • Crowd-free game viewing is probably the biggest perk of a safari in the Kruger private reserves. Seeing Africa’s iconic animals up-close in their natural environment, undisturbed by a fleet of safari vehicles, is a richly rewarding experience.

    The below table provides a good overview of the the key differences but for a more comprehensive comparison, read our guide to the differences between the Kruger National Park and Kruger private reserves.

    Kruger National Park Kruger Private Game Reserves
    Ownership Government-owned and managed Privately owned and managed
    Admission Public Only guests of the private reserve
    Self-drivers & Tour Buses ✔ ✖
    Safari Vehicles From Private Reserves ✔ ✔
    Guided Game Drives ✔
    (with national rangers)
    ✔
    (with private guides)
    Vehicle Limit at Animal Sightings ✖ ✔
    Walking Safaris ✖ ✔
    Night Game Drives ✖ ✔
    Star-bed Sleepouts ✖ ✔
    Private Pools ✖ ✔
    Big 5 Sightings ✔ ✔
    Self-catering Accommodation ✔ ✖
    Off-road Game Driving ✖ ✔
    Public Camping ✔ ✖
    Budget Accommodation ✔ ✖
  • What travellers most enjoyed about Kruger Private Reserves

    • Bird watching

    • Food and wine

    • Private concessions and conservancies

    • Wildlife and safari

Our Top Private Game Reserves in Kruger

Male Lion (Panthera leo) and Cub eating a Cape Buffalo in Northern Sabi Sand Game Reserve , South Africa.

For genuine exclusivity, low visitor numbers and sensational game viewing, we recommend a safari in a private game reserve in Kruger. Leading the way in luxury safaris, these exclusive-use conservation areas are world famous for their virtually guaranteed Big 5 sightings.

  • Sabi Sands Game Reserve

    A group of South African Cheetahs ( Acinonyx jubatus jubatus ) at Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa.

    Home to several of Africa’s famous safari brands including Singita, Londolozi, MalaMala and the eponymous Sabi Sabi, this reserve features the most exclusive and luxurious safari accommodation in South Africa. Not only is this private reserve a pioneer of the luxury safari concept, but it also delivers the best Big 5 game viewing in all of Africa.

  • Thornybush Private Game Reserve

    A cheetah at Thornybush Game Reserve, South Africa

    Aptly named after its open savannah woodland with dense patches of tangled thicket and thorny scrub, Thornybush is a famous Big 5 game reserve in Kruger. It features excellent safari accommodation for families or groups, couples and wildlife enthusiasts.

  • Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

    H7 Road East of Orpen, Kruger NP, SOUTH AFRICA

    A local conservation success story, Timbavati’s 53 000 hectares (131 000 acres) make up a spectacular private game reserve in Kruger.

  • Kapama Private Game Reserve

    Easily accessible from nearby Hoedspruit Airport, Kapama is 13 000 hectares (32 000 acres) of open woodland and tangled riverine forest. Besides Big 5 game viewing, guests at Kapama’s lodges can enjoy hot-air balloon flights and sleep-outs under the stars.

  • Klaserie Private Nature Reserve

    The 60 000-hectare (148 000-acre) Klaserie Private Nature Reserve is hot and dry for most of the year, which makes game viewing along its Klaserie River hugely rewarding. Expect great Big 5 game viewing and plenty of plains game too.

  • Manyeleti Private Game Reserve

    Manyeleti delivers excellent Big 5 game viewing thanks to its prime location between the Kruger, Sabi Sands and Timbavati. One of the drier areas of the Kruger, it’s famous for both its animal-packed waterholes and clear night skies. You can look forward to beautiful evenings at the ‘Place of Stars'.

  • Makalali Private Game Reserve

    This private game reserve in Kruger features 22 000 hectares (54 000 acres) of acacia scrub, rocky hills and open savannah surrounding the riverine forests of the Makhutswi River. Makalali is classic Big 5 country and you can also expect to see traditional Shangaan dancing at the handful of lodges on the reserve.

When to go

  • View on a dam in the Djuma Game Reserve, part of Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park

    When to go

    The dry winter, May to September, is the classic. School holidays and Christmas cost more and feel busier.

Travel advice

  • Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill ( Tockus leucomelas ) in Northern Sabi Sand, South Africa.

    Before you travel

    Malaria area. Ask a clinic. Ask about age rules before you choose a camp for a family.

Best Tours & Private Safaris in Kruger's Private Game Reserves

If you want to go on a luxury safari in a private game reserve in Kruger, look no further than our selection of Big 5 safaris, family-friendly holidays and romantic honeymoons. Kruger's private game reserves augment a part of the Greater Kruger area that's famous for its superb game viewing, world-class guiding and sublime safari accommodation.

Browse our recommended tours and safaris below or get in touch with one of our Africa Safari Experts to tailor-make an itinerary based on your travel wishes:

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Popular tours and safaris in Kruger Private Reserves

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  • From KSh307,072 to KSh448,597 pps

    Sustainable Cape Luxury
    Cape Cadogan Residence Bedroom Landscape 44 days

    Highlights

    A visit with a local community.

    Destinations visited

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    Eco-Retreat: The Grootbos Experience
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    Highlights

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    South Africa | Western Cape

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    Train Journey to Vic Falls
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    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives.

    Destinations visited

    Botswana | South Africa | Zimbabwe

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    Highlights

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    Destinations visited

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  • From KSh523,904 pps

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    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives on each full day on safari. Park and permit fees for the places on this route.

    Destinations visited

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    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives on each full day on safari. Park and permit fees for the places on this route.

    Destinations visited

    Kruger Private Reserves | South Africa

  • From KSh810,851 to KSh814,097 pps

    Mid-Range 5-Day Essential Kruger Park Safari
    Savanna private game reserve5 days

    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives.

    Destinations visited

    Sabi Sands Game Reserve | South Africa

  • From KSh1,470,438 to KSh1,663,900 pps

    Luxury 5-Day Essential Kruger Safari
    Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge5 days

    Highlights

    Morning and afternoon game drives.

    Destinations visited

    Sabi Sands Game Reserve | South Africa

Best Accommodation in Kruger's Private Game Reserves

Accommodation in the private game reserves around Kruger ranges from luxury safari lodges to private tented camps – enough to suit all tastes, budgets and traveller types. If you’re looking for a Big 5 safari in one of the best game viewing areas in Africa, our selection of accommodation in Kruger's private game reserves is sure to inspire you.

Browse our favourite accommodation below or get in touch with one of our Africa Safari Experts to help make planning your Kruger safari so much simpler:

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Kruger Private Reserves stays

13 stays. The rate is per person sharing.

  • From KSh727,104 pps

    Arathusa Safari Lodge

    Waterhole elephant sighting at Arathusa Safaro LodgeKruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

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    Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge

    ChitwaChitwaGameLodge UpperLevelBedroom LuxuryRoomKruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Specialist guides | Cultural visits | Bird watching | Fine dining experience

  • From KSh1,105,588 pps

    Kings Camp

    Kings Camp Hide Exterior 3Kruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Cultural visits | Bush dining | Bird watching | Wine tasting

  • From KSh1,036,123 to KSh1,982,657 pps

    Lion Sands River Lodge

    Lion Sands Dining 6 Bush Breakfast 3Kruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Specialist guides | Star gazing | Bush dining | Bird watching

  • From KSh2,859,077 to KSh3,031,764 pps

    Londolozi Tree Camp

    LondoloziTreeCamp Exterior ArialViewKruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Game drives | Cultural visits | Star gazing | Bush dining | Bird watching | Fine dining experience

  • From KSh773,846 pps

    Motswari Game Lodge

    MotswariGeigersCamp Activity GameDriveKruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Sleep-out experience available | Bird watching | Scenic flights

  • From KSh1,541,201 to KSh1,735,961 pps

    Ngala Safari Lodge

    Day5 7 mainLodge2Kruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Night drives | Game drives | Bird watching | Cooking lessons | Fishing | Horse riding

  • From KSh917,969 pps

    Notten's Bush Camp

    Nottens Bush Camp Bambis pan with camoKruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Game drives | Cultural visits | Bird watching | Scenic flights | Fishing | Canoeing

  • From KSh1,470,438 pps

    Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge

    Sabi Sabi Earth LodgeKruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Night drives | Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Bird watching

  • From KSh1,053,002 to KSh1,207,512 pps

    Simbavati Hilltop Lodge

    Simbavati Hilltop Lodge simbavati safari experiences6Kruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Night drives | Game drives | Bird watching | Boat excursions | Fishing | Canoeing

  • From KSh2,994,110 to KSh3,819,893 pps

    Singita Boulders Lodge

    Private swimming pool at Singita Boulders LodgeKruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Specialist guides | Star gazing | Bird watching | Boat excursions

  • From KSh2,424,113 to KSh3,140,830 pps

    Singita Ebony Lodge

    Day1 4 SingitaEbonyLodgeDiningAreaKruger Private Reserves, South Africa

    Activities travellers enjoyed

    Game drives | Guided walking safaris | Specialist guides | Cultural visits | Historical tours | Bird watching

Costs

These reserves are the top of the South African price list. A rest camp in Kruger is the honest cheaper alternative.

International flights, visas, and tips sit outside the sample price. Nothing is paid until you accept the quote.