South Africa

5-Day Big Five Kruger Safari

by Safari Tester★ 4.3(6)Charter Member

Experience the ultimate Big Five Kruger Safari — thrilling open-vehicle game drives through pristine bushveld, expert ranger-guided tracking, and luxurious lodge accommodation under African skies. From lion prides to elephant herds, come face-to-face with Africa's most iconic wildlife on this unforgettable safari adventure.

Duration
5 days
Type
Private
Comfort
Luxury
Accommodation
4 star
Starts in
Johannesburg ORT Airport
Ends in
Johannesburg ORT Airport
Solo travellers
Welcome
Children
Welcome

About this safari

Step into the wild heart of South Africa on this Big Five Kruger Safari, where every game drive brings the possibility of an unforgettable encounter. Traversing one of the world's most celebrated wildlife regions, you'll track lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino across sweeping savannah and dense riverine bush, guided by experienced rangers and trackers who know this land intimately. Your days begin before sunrise, when the bush is at its most alive, and wind down with golden-hour drives followed by evenings around the fire under some of the clearest night skies in Africa. Between drives, relax at a handpicked selection of lodges offering warm hospitality, excellent cuisine, and genuine comfort after a day in the wilderness. Whether it's your first safari or a return to a landscape you love, this journey balances adventure with ease — carefully paced, expertly guided, and designed to deliver those bucket-list wildlife moments without compromising on comfort. This is Kruger at its most authentic: raw, breathtaking, and unforgettable.

Day by day

The full 5-day itinerary, including accommodation and meals.

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Day 1 · OR Tambo International Airport

Arrival Day at ORT Airport

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Arrival Day at ORT Airport

You will be met at the airport and transfer arranged to the lodge.

Stay: Kruger Park LodgeMeals: Dinner
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Day 2 · Kruger National Park

Big Five Open Vehicle Safari

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Big Five Open Vehicle Safari

Early morning and late afternoon open-vehicle game drives with an experienced ranger, tracking the Big Five across the reserve. Enjoy a relaxed midday break at the lodge between drives, with time to rest by the pool or enjoy a guided bush walk.

Stay: Kruger Park LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 · Kruger National Park

Full Day Safari & Sundowners

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Full Day Safari & Sundowners

A full day immersed in the bush, including a mid-morning safari, leisurely lunch back at the lodge, and an afternoon drive ending with sundowner drinks overlooking the reserve as the sun sets.

Stay: Kruger Park LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 · Kruger National Park

Full Day Safari & Sundowners

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Full Day Safari & Sundowners

A full day immersed in the bush, including a mid-morning safari, leisurely lunch back at the lodge, and an afternoon drive ending with sundowner drinks overlooking the reserve as the sun sets.

Stay: Kruger Park LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 · OR Tambo International Airport

Final Safari & Departure

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One last early-morning game drive before breakfast, followed by check-out and transfer back to the airport for your onward journey.

Stay: N/AMeals: Breakfast

What's included

Included

  • ✓Accommodation, all meals, drinks on game drives, all park fees and activities.

Not included

  • ×Premium drinks and gratuities.

Rates by season

SeasonDatesPer person
High season01 Jan – 31 MayR35 000
Season 201 Jun – 31 OctR45 000
Season 301 Nov – 31 DecR35 000

Your operator

Safari Tester

Safari Tester

Southern and East Africa specialists

Cape Town, South AfricaFounded 2000★ 4.3 (6)

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Reviews of Safari Tester

From travellers who enquired through SafariTripFinder.

Mr Smith
★★★★★

Awesome journey we had with you guys.

Response from Safari Tester

thank you for your review

jan
★★★★☆

we enjoyed our safari

Response from Safari Tester

thank you for your review

Pete
Canada
★★★★☆

What a great trip we had.

Response from Safari Tester

Thank you for your review.

Peter Schmichael
United kingdom
★★★★☆

Best Trip

Great trip. I would recommend them to anyone.

Response from Safari Tester

Hi Peter, thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your safari.

Jane Doe
United States
★★★★★

We had an awesome with a fantastic guide

Whats awesome trip. We saw the big 5 in Kruger which was the highlight of tour but the couldnt not have been as awesome as it was without the awesome guide we had through the tour. Will definitely booking Safari Tester again.

Response from Safari Tester

We are super glad you had an awesome time. We cant wait to host you on one of our tours again.

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Common questions

How long is the Big Five Kruger Safari safari?

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This safari runs for 5 days, starting in Johannesburg ORT Airport.

Do I pay Safari Trip Finder or the operator?

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You pay Safari Tester directly. No payment passes through Safari Trip Finder, and we add no commission or booking fees to your quote.

Is it free to enquire?

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Yes. Sending an enquiry is completely free and carries no obligation. We ask you to confirm your email with a short code so the operator knows they are replying to a real traveller.

Can solo travellers book this safari?

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Yes, solo travellers are welcome.