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Kruger National Park

South Africa's largest and most iconic wilderness area, home to the Big 5 and unmatched scenery

An African wildlife experience to rival the best on the continent, the Kruger National Park is the ultimate safari destination. The largest game reserve in South Africa, the Kruger spans a total area of nearly 2 million ha. Together with Gonarezhou National Park in Zimbabwe and Limpopo National Park in Mozambique, the Kruger also forms part of the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park, a peace park that allows for the free movement of animals across national borders. The park is named after the then president of the Transvaal Republic, Paul Kruger, who proclaimed it in 1898. Today, the park is home to 147 large animal species, 114 reptile species, and over 500 species of birds.

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The Kruger National Park is a year-round destination with distinct seasons suitable for every type of visitor. The summer season is picturesque, with lush greenery that is the perfect backdrop for photos. Animal young are in abundance during this season, and so are their predators. This is also the best time of year for birding. Summer months can be quite humid, with rainfall and heavy downpours. Winter months are great for spotting animals, as the vegetation is low and water sources few. Winter days are warm with cool nights .

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