Small-group guided safaris with transport, accommodation, Big Five game drives, and Blyde River Canyon — all included. Choose your duration and accommodation style below.
travellers since 2003
average rating
Max 12 per group
Daily departures from JHB
20+ years running safaris
All inclusive tours
For over two decades, Bazbus has been crafting unforgettable safari journeys into Kruger National Park, where our passion for wildlife and our love for this land run deeper than any other operator.
We’ve designed our Safaris to offer immersive, relaxed itineraries that let you truly live the magic of the bush—the golden early mornings, the heart‑pounding Big Five moments, the hush of the savannah at sunset—without ever feeling rushed. With experienced guides and small groups, you’ll enjoy personalized attention, fewer crowds, and more of those once‑in‑a‑lifetime wildlife encounters.
Spaces fill fast each season so sign up and grab your spot for the adventure of a lifetime!
Here's exactly what every BazBus Kruger safari covers.
| What | 3-Day Safari | 4-Day Safari | 5-Day Safari |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport from Johannesburg | ✓ Return included | ✓ Return included | ✓ Return included |
| Accommodation | ✓ Per chosen tier | ✓ Per chosen tier | ✓ Per chosen tier |
| Kruger National Park entry fees | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Guided open-vehicle game drives | ✓ Sunset + full-day drive | ✓ Sunset + full-day drive | ✓ Multiple drives |
| Sunrise bush walk | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Blyde River Canyon stop | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Traditional bush braai dinner | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Breakfasts | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dinners | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Expert local guide | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Lunches | x Budget ~$5–15/day | x Budget ~$5–15/day | x Budget ~$5–15/day |
| Drinks (alcohol + soft drinks) | x Available to buy | x Available to buy | x Available to buy |
| Tips for guides | x Appreciated, not required | x Appreciated, not required | x Appreciated, not required |
| Personal purchases / souvenirs | x | x | x |
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3 Day - Bush Tent
See the Big 5 on guided drives, enjoy a bush braai under the stars, explore Blyde River Canyon, and fall asleep in a cozy bush tent surrounded by nature. A simple, comfortable stay right next to the park.
Per person: $574 | Single: $629
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3 Day - Game Lodge and Chalet
Spot the Big 5 on guided drives, enjoy a bush braai under the stars, visit Blyde River Canyon, and relax in a comfy chalet at a game lodge. A more upgraded stay, still close to the action.
Per person: $749 | Single $814
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3 Day - Game Lodge and Treehouse
Experience Big 5 game drives, a bush braai under the night sky, a visit to the incredible Blyde River Canyon, and peaceful nights in a bush tent right near the park.
Per person: $769 | Single $899
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4 Day - Game Lodge and Bush Tent
Spend four days spotting the Big 5, enjoying bush braais under the stars, visiting Blyde River Canyon, and sleeping part of the trip in a comfy game lodge and part in a cozy bush tent close to the park.
PP $790 | Single $859
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4 Day - Game Lodge and Chalet
Combine four days of sunrise and sunset game drives with a visit to Blyde River Canyon, relaxed afternoons by the pool, and comfortable chalet accommodation at a game lodge that gives you the best balance of comfort and price.
PP $859 | Single $919
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4 Day - Game Lodge and Treehouse
Enjoy four days of Big 5 viewing, a day at Blyde River Canyon, and nights in a proper game lodge plus time in an elevated treehouse room, listening to the sounds of the bush all around you.
PP $904 | Single $1009
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5 Day - Game Lodge and Bush Tent
Spend five full days exploring Kruger with guided Big 5 drives, a visit to the breathtaking Blyde River Canyon, relaxed afternoons at the lodge, and nights split between a comfy game lodge and a cozy bush tent right near the park.
PP $869 | Single $929
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5 Day - Game Lodge and Chalet
Enjoy five days of sunrise and sunset game drives, a canyon visit, and plenty of downtime at the game lodge’s pool and bar, all paired with comfortable chalet accommodation — the perfect balance of comfort and price.
PP $979 | Single $1040
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5 Day - Game Lodge and Treehouse
Make the most of five days in the bush with guided game drives, a stop at Blyde River Canyon, relaxing lodge facilities, and unique treehouse nights where you fall asleep to the sounds of the wild around you.
PP $1034 | Single $1134
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Since 2003. We know Kruger's rhythms, the best waterholes at dawn, and where to be when.
Not a coach tour. A close-knit group with a guide who has time for every question and every photo stop.
Our guides are born in this landscape. They read the bush, spot the tracks, and know the stories.
Transport, park fees, accommodation, game drives, and most meals — all in one price. See what's included above.
Questions before you book? Our team is reachable. Not an automated chatbot that provides no help.
Simple, safe, and quick checkout. Instant confirmation, flexible cancellation terms.
Kruger is home to nearly 150 mammal species, including all of the iconic Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—plus 500+ bird species, from martial eagles to lilac-breasted rollers. That’s more species than any other game reserve in South Africa.
This will depend on your vibe. There are cozy tented camps, rustic chalet-style lodges, and even treehouse options tucked deep into the bush. All accommodations are inside or just outside the park gates, with comfy beds, hearty meals, and the occasional monkey visitor.
Rise before the sun for a lion sighting. Nap after lunch while zebras graze nearby. Enjoy a traditional braai dinner under the stars. Every day is different, and every drive has the chance to be the drive you’ll talk about forever. Bazbus safaris blend wild adventure with warm local hospitality—plus the ease of all-in-one booking.
We recommend you allow as many days as your schedule permits for your Safari experience. A 4-day safari – is the most popular option giving you a high-quality authentic experience and the best opportunity to see all of the famous Big 5.
Shorter 3-day alternatives and longer 5-day safaris are also available and equally provide an experience you will never forget.
Kruger Packages are priced based on the type of accommodation. Details of each of the accommodation options can be found below. Prices are based on per-person sharing (PP), we have included a single-person upgrade price.
Our safari guides are very experienced, many having been with the reserve for quite a while. They try spotting as many of the Big 5, as well as other animals indigenous to the land, as possible. We do know that for many of our guests, to see the big 5 is a once in lifetime experience, hence our rangers go the extra mile.
Drones disturb the animals, so we respectfully request that no drones be used on our reserve or in the park.
In Spring and Summer (September to April) the temperatures range between 15°C (59°F) and 35°C (95°F).
Light clothing is recommended. Take a pullover for early morning drives.
In Autumn (Fall) and Winter (May to August), the temperatures range from 5C (41°F) to 25°C (77°F).
You will need a warm jacket or fleece.
Gloves are useful on early morning drives.
Yellow Fever Vaccine Requirements
South Africa considers a one-time dose of yellow fever vaccine (properly documented with an ICVP) to be good for the life of the traveler. Any traveler not meeting this requirement can be refused entry to South Africa or quarantined for up to 6 days.
If you are visiting the Kruger area, we recommend that you take anti-malaria medication as prescribed by your doctor or travel clinic, before travelling to Africa.
That said, the best way to prevent malaria is to not get bitten. Be sure to bring insect repellent with you – the best ones contain 30% to 50% DEET (diethyltoluamide), such as Mylol, Peaceful Sleep, and Tabard. These shouldn’t be applied directly to the skin during pregnancy.
All game lodges and safari camps have mosquito nets hanging over the beds or mosquito screens, and even the basic bungalows in the Kruger National Park have insect screens at the windows and doors. Electric fans are also very effective at keeping mosquitos away.
The Kruger National Park is in the northeastern corner of South Africa, along with the border of Mozambique. The park is an easy five-hour drive or a one-hour flight from Johannesburg. From Cape Town, it is best to fly to Johannesburg or to Nelspruit, the closest city (Nelspruit Airport/Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport). Cape Town to Nelspruit is a three-hour flight, and from Nelspruit, it is another hour by road to the Kruger National Park. It is also possible to fly directly to Skukuza, inside the Kruger National Park, from Johannesburg or Cape Town.
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