KRUGER PARK – SUNRISE SAFARI

Wake up with the wild on a Kruger Park Sunrise Safari during a 3-hour SANParks-guided drive to spot the Big 5 at their most active.

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Kruger Park Sunrise Safari

Duration3 Hours

LocationKruger National Park

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🚗 Self-Drive to the Gate

Self-drive to the Kruger Park Gate. Choose your preferred gate below.

From R940 pp*

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Kruger Park entry fees included. 100% non-refundable as per SANParks’ policies.

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Experience Kruger National Park at first light on a 3-hour Sunrise Safari with experienced SANParks guides. Early mornings offer wonderful opportunities to look for predators, elephants, buffalo, antelope and birdlife as the bush comes to life.

This safari is ideal for guests staying near Kruger’s southern gates. Self-drive to Phabeni, Paul Kruger, Malelane or Crocodile Bridge Gate and join a SANParks open safari vehicle for a guided game drive. The exact meeting and departure time depends on the season and your selected gate and will be confirmed with your booking.

Whether this is your first Kruger safari or a return visit, every drive offers a different opportunity to experience the park’s wildlife. Sightings of particular animals, including the Big 5, cannot be guaranteed.

✨ FREE Safari Guide IncludedIncludes a Tours & Tickets SA FREE Digital Safari Guide to help you identify animals and track your sightings during your Kruger adventure.

Highlights

Three-hour guided Sunrise Safari with experienced SANParks guides
Chance to see predators, members of the Big 5 and other wildlife during the early morning
Self-drive to Phabeni, Paul Kruger, Malelane or Crocodile Bridge Gate
Kruger National Park conservation fees included

Duration: Approximately 3 hours for the guided game drive. Allow additional travel time to and from your chosen gate.

Inclusions: Kruger National Park conservation/entry fees and a 3-hour guided Sunrise Safari in a SANParks open safari vehicle.

Exclusions: Transfers to and from the gate, meals, drinks and items of a personal nature.

Minimum: 4 confirmed guests required for departure – ask to join a group.

Children: Minimum age 6 years. Child rates for ages 6–11 apply when accompanied by at least 2 adults.

Important Information

Minimum 4 confirmed guests required for a Sunrise Safari to depart. Ask to join an existing group. All bookings are subject to availability.
Children must be at least 6 years old. Child rates for ages 6–11 apply when accompanied by at least 2 adults.
Kruger Park entry fees are included in the activity price for all four self-drive gates.
Meeting time: Make your own way to the gate selected when booking. Departure times vary seasonally; follow the meeting instructions supplied with your confirmation.
Weather: Drives operate in most weather conditions. In extreme weather, SANParks may delay or cancel for safety reasons.
What to bring: Comfortable layers for the cool early morning, closed shoes, a camera, binoculars, snacks and non-alcoholic drinks.
Health and safety: Remain seated, keep your arms and legs inside the vehicle and follow the SANParks guide’s instructions throughout the drive.
Meals and drinks: Not included. Guests may bring their own snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments.
Cancellation: This activity is operated by SANParks. A 100% cancellation fee applies once a booking is confirmed, according to the operator’s policy.
Please familiarise yourself with our Safari Essentials.

How long is the Kruger Park Sunrise Safari?

The SANParks-guided Sunrise Safari lasts approximately 3 hours. Travel time to and from the gate is additional. The exact meeting and departure time depends on the season and your chosen gate and is confirmed with your booking.

Which Kruger Park gates offer a self-drive Sunrise Safari?

You can book a self-drive Sunrise Safari from Phabeni Gate, Paul Kruger Gate, Malelane Gate or Crocodile Bridge Gate. Select the corresponding booking button on this page and follow the confirmed gate meeting instructions.

Are Kruger National Park entry fees included in the Sunrise Safari?

Yes. Kruger National Park conservation and entry fees are included in the Sunrise Safari activity price for all four self-drive gate options.

Are transfers, meals or drinks included in the Sunrise Safari?

No. Guests make their own way to and from their selected gate. Meals and drinks are not included, but you are welcome to bring snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments.

Can children join the Kruger Park Sunrise Safari?

Children must be at least 6 years old. Child rates for ages 6–11 apply when accompanied by at least 2 adults.

How many guests are needed for a Sunrise Safari to depart?

A minimum of 4 confirmed guests is required for departure. Ask Tours & Tickets about joining an existing group if you have fewer than 4 people.

What happens if it rains during a Sunrise Safari?

The safari normally operates in most weather conditions. SANParks may delay or cancel a drive if extreme weather makes the activity unsafe.

What is the cancellation policy for a Kruger Park Sunrise Safari?

A 100% cancellation fee applies after the booking has been confirmed, in accordance with the SANParks operator cancellation policy.

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Quick note: Your booking is only confirmed once payment is received. This tour follows the operator’s own terms and conditions.