Kruger National Park Camps
Camp choice is a big consideration when booking your accommodation. Pick your region first (south/central/north), then choose your room style on camp accommodation. Each region, camp, and room style offers a unique experience.
Camps by region
South Kruger
Great for first-time visitors as it is a shorter drive away from major cities, and has arguably easier game viewing. There are more predators (and more visitors) in the South of the park, meaning your chances of spotting game are higher.
Main camps
Berg-en-Dal, Crocodile Bridge, Lower Sabie, Pretoriuskop, Skukuza.Bushveld camps
Biyamiti.Satellite camps
Malelane.Central Kruger
A brilliant mix of open savannah landscape and cheetah territory — perfect for viewing large herds of animals.
Main camps
Olifants, Orpen, Satara.Bushveld camps
Talamati.Satellite camps
Balule, Maroela, Tamboti.North Kruger
Quieter roads, fewer predaotrs, wilder animals, and a slower rhythm. If you love scenic driving, birding, and fewer crowds, the north can be magic.
Main camps
Letaba, Mopani, Punda Maria, Shingwedzi.Bushveld camps
Bateleur, Shimuwini, Sirheni.Bush lodges
Boulders Bush Lodge, Roodewal Bush Lodge.Which camp style should you choose?
| Camp type | Best for | What it feels like |
|---|---|---|
| Main camps | First-time visitors, families | Easier planning, more facilities, great first base |
| Bushveld camps | Repeat visitors, quieter stays | A calmer, more “sleep-in-the-bush” vibe with fewer human distractions |
| Satellite camps | Budget-trips or adventurous travelers | Simple, practical, often non-electrified |
| Bush lodges | Private small-group trips | More exclusive, with a higher-end bush feel |
Next planning step
- Use itinerary planning to choose your camp sequence by trip length.
- Use camp accommodation to select the right room category in each camp.
- Double-check timing against gate times.
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