Find out all you need to know about the best game viewing routes in Kruger Park. For the self-drive safari enthusiast, here is a comprehensive selection of maps, numbered routes and roads and the main attractions or highlights of each area.
You can also find out what wildlife or birdlife is most predominant in each area, so that you can be prepared to look out for them.
Kruger National Park is divided into five primary regions, each offering unique game viewing routes. In the southern region of Kruger Park, you will encounter herds of elephants and lions, while the central area is known for impressive sightings of leopards and buffalo.
The northern region, often less crowded, reveals a wealth of wildlife including roan and sable antelope as well as the elusive African wild dog.
The eastern region of Kruger National Park features picturesque rivers where hippos and crocodiles can be viewed basking in the sun, while the western area, characterized by its rugged terrain, is a haven for an array of bird species.
Game Viewing Routes
For the self-drive safari enthusiast visiting Kruger Park, these game-viewing routes provide detailed description of drive-times, stop-over. Explore Kruger Park Game Viewing Routes
Central Grasslands
The central grasslands have the highest lion population in Kruger. Lions may be spotted on any of the roads around Satara. Explore the Kruger Park Central Grasslands
South Eastern Kruger Park
There's more chance of seeing the Big Five in the south-east of the Park than just about anywhere else in Kruger National Park. Explore the best of South Eastern Kruger Park
Far North
The far north of Kruger is unique. The riverine forest along the Luvuvhu River is the best place to see nyala antelope in South Africa. Explore the Far North of Kruger Park
North of Kruger Park
Northern Kruger has fewer animals than most other parts of the Park, however, it is a rewarding birding destination - Shingwedzi flood plain drive. Explore the North of Kruger Park
Olifants and Letaba
The Olifants River is generally accepted as the divide between southern and northern Kruger. Explore the Olifants and Letaba Region of Kruger Park
Skukuza Area
The Sabie River bushveld between Skukuza and Lower Sabie has one of the highest concentrations of leopard in the world. Explore the Skukuza Area of Kruger Park
South West of Kruger Park
The south-west is the most mountainous part of Kruger and gets more rainfall than anywhere else in the Park. See the Grey rhebok here. Explore the South West of Kruger Park
Game Drives by Region
This handy self-drive traveller's guide to all the best Kruger Park Game Drives by Region includes all the game viewing self-drive routes covering all the popular regions and remote areas.
