How Much Does It Cost to Visit Kruger National Park?
Average daily budget: $2000-2500
What Kruger National Park costs per day, by travel style. Most visitors stay 4-6 days. Local currency: ZAR (South African Rand).
Daily budget by travel style
Budget$80-130/day
Mid-range$180-300/day
Luxury$600+/day
Park conservation fee: R440/day (~$24) for international visitors. SANParks hut/chalet: R900-2200/night (~$50-120). Hire car from MQP: R600-900/day (~$33-49). Night drive: R350-450/person (~$19-25).
Where to stay, by price level
Skukuza Rest Camp (southern Kruger)$
Largest camp, on the Sabie River, restaurant, petrol, good wildlife corridors nearby, book months ahead
Satara Rest Camp (central Kruger)$
Best big cat territory in the park, open plains, lion sightings almost daily in dry season
Phalaborwa Gate area / private concessions (northern buffer)$$$
Fewer crowds, fly-in options, more exclusive lodges with walking safaris and off-road access