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The 15 Best National Park Tours in South Africa

89 tours  ·  from $14

The 15 best national park tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari - The 5:45 a.m. pickup and long road north
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From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari

1.Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,327 reviews · 12 hours · from $186Our pick

Leave Johannesburg early for two open-vehicle game drives in Pilanesberg, with 4.5 to 5 hours in the reserve. Guides such as Petrus, Martin, and Desmond are praised for sharp animal spotting and lively explanations. Expect elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and a chance at the Big Five.

“I think this was an extremely amazing experience. It was extremely good value the guy who were friendly, informative, and helpful. I enjoyed my experience and would highly recommend this.”

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Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari - Morning pickup from Port Elizabeth, Bluewater Bay, Colchester, or Addo
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Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari

2.Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 872 reviews · 9 hours · from $186

Join Afroventures Tours and Safaris for a nine-hour Addo safari from Port Elizabeth, Bluewater Bay, Colchester, or Addo. Guides such as Freddy, John, Sidwell, and King Elvis lead small groups in an air-conditioned 4x4 with a window seat for every passenger, plus lunch and refreshments.

“Great safari in Addo! Our guide was excellent, we saw many animals, and learned a lot about the area. Highly recommended!”

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Kruger National Park Full Day Private safari - The 5:30 am start from Hazyview
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Kruger National Park Full Day Private safari

3.Kruger National Park Full Day Private safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · from $158Top rated

Leave Hazyview at 5:30 am for a private Kruger National Park safari led by guides such as Senzo, Didi, or Patrick. Spend about nine hours seeking the Big Five, cheetahs, African wild dogs, and birds, with breakfast and lunch stops. The private format suits families, photographers, and bird watchers.

“Very happy with the service provided. Good communication right from when the booking was made. Senzo, our guide was knowledgable and jolly. He picked us up right from our chalet on time and explained the details on the way to the park. Throughout the day, he catered to our needs and kept explaining various details about the park and wildlife. I would highly recommend him.”

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Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria - Your first game drive in the open 4x4
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Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

4.Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 718 reviews · from $159

Leave Johannesburg or Pretoria early for Pilanesberg National Park, then join a professional ranger for morning and afternoon open-vehicle safaris. You’ll have time for lunch at the Pilanesberg Center beside a waterhole, with a small group capped at 10 people and return transport included.

“My very first Safari experience. The initial drive takes a while but once at the Safari it’s a magical place. Would 100 percent recommend this tour.”

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Storms River: Tsitsikamma National Park Zipline Canopy Tour - From Storms River check-in to the first platform
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Storms River: Tsitsikamma National Park Zipline Canopy Tour

5.Tsitsikamma National Park Zipline Canopy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 481 reviews · 2h 30m · from $55

In Storms River, you’ll spend 150 minutes crossing ten tree-top platforms on ziplines up to 30 meters high. Two English or Afrikaans-speaking guides handle the safety work, explain yellowwoods, ferns, and birdlife, and help nervous first-timers enjoy the forest.

“We had a great time, our guides were so much fun and we learned so much. We were really impressed that this business is a sustainable one with social justice as a principle and the benefit of the local community at its core. Highly recommend and your guides are so safety conscious that you will feel safe even while zipping through the trees.”

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Kruger National Park - Private full day Safari trip. - Nine hours of wildlife watching
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Kruger National Park – Private full day Safari trip.

6.Kruger National Park – Private full day Safari trip.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 347 reviews · from $166

Spend about 10 hours exploring Kruger National Park from Hazyview with a private driver-guide such as Gerri Smith or Keegan. Enter through Pabeni Gate, search for the Big Five, learn about wildlife and plants, and return to Perry’s Bridge without camping overnight.

“We saw 4 of the big 5. Gerrie was amazing. We were extremely happy with this tour. It made our trip.”

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Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari - Morning pickup from Port Elizabeth, Bluewater Bay, Colchester, or Addo
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Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari

7.Addo Elephant National Park All Inclusive Full-Day Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 256 reviews · from $147

Spend about nine hours exploring Addo Elephant National Park from Port Elizabeth in an air-conditioned 4x4, with park fees, lunch, hotel pickup, and a professional guide included. Guides such as John, Sidwell, Wanele, and Elvis are praised for spotting wildlife and explaining South Africa’s natural world.

“We went for my fiancé’s birthday and John was our guide - he was very friendly, punctual, knowledgeable, safe, and really worked hard to make sure we saw lots of animals!”

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From Sun City: Pilanesberg National Park 3-Hour Game Drive - Into Pilanesberg’s extinct volcanic crater
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From Sun City: Pilanesberg National Park 3-Hour Game Drive

8.Pilanesberg National Park 3-Hour Game Drive

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · from $49Best value

Travel from Sun City into Pilanesberg’s extinct volcanic crater for a 3-hour drive in a 25-seat open safari vehicle. English-speaking guides such as Jeremy, Peter, and BY help you spot wildlife, explain conservation, and make the most of morning or afternoon departures.

“The activity was fantastic and the guide, Jeremy, was outstanding. the only unpleasant thing was the poor road conditions that caused a bumpy and uncomfortable ride. otherwise, the activity was worth every penny.”

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From Hazyview: Kruger National Park Full-Day Safari - What the open safari vehicle adds
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From Hazyview: Kruger National Park Full-Day Safari

9.Kruger National Park Full-Day Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 205 reviews · 10 hours · from $105

Leave Hazyview before sunrise for a full day in Kruger National Park. You will ride in an open safari vehicle, enter through Phabeni Gate, stop for breakfast and lunch, and search for the Big Five with guides such as Bradley, Stephen, Sipho, and Remember.

“Stephen was the best Guide always friendly and Happy”

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Kruger National Park sunrise Morning Private safari - What you may see inside Kruger
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Kruger National Park sunrise Morning Private safari

10.Kruger National Park sunrise Morning Private safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 185 reviews · from $131

Start at 5:30 am for a private Kruger morning drive from Hazyview. An open safari vehicle, guide, fuel, bottled water, and pickup from nearby lodges or park gates are included. Look for lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, buffalo, cheetahs, wild dogs, hippos, and hundreds of bird species.

“Fantastic ! Whole experience amazing ! Great company .. very friendly .. wanted us to have the best experience and we did ! Thank you Evenick ! Fantastic !”

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Addo National Park: Guided Half-Day Safari - Meeting at Crisscross Adventures in Addo village
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Addo National Park: Guided Half-Day Safari

11.Addo National Park: Guided Half-Day Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 175 reviews · 4 hours · from $81

Join Crisscross Adventures for a four-hour safari through Addo’s northern Main Camp area. Guides such as Steven, Donald, and Stevie are praised for sharp wildlife spotting and lively local stories. The closed Land Cruiser has large retractable windows, and Addo village pickup is available.

“Steven and Tanya were very nice! Special mention needs to be done here!”

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Full Day Safari Tour of Pilanesberg National Park, Open Jeep experience - What you might see during the game drive
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Full Day Safari Tour of Pilanesberg National Park, Open Jeep experience

12.Full Day Safari Tour of Pilanesberg National Park, Open Jeep experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · from $155

Set out from Johannesburg around 6am for an 11 to 12-hour Pilanesberg safari in an open-sided jeep. Your park guide searches for lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, buffaloes, cheetahs, hippos, and more, while lunch, park fees, transfers, and water are included. Breakfast is not.

“This was such an amazing and once in a lifetime experience! We saw 4 out of the big 5. This was just awesome! I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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Kruger National Park: Full-Day Game Drive with Pickup - Following Kruger roads where animals appear
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Kruger National Park: Full-Day Game Drive with Pickup

13.Kruger National Park: Full-Day Game Drive with Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 136 reviews · 1 day · from $109

Start early from your hotel or chosen Kruger gate and spend 9 to 10 hours in an open safari vehicle. Guides such as Jerry and Advocate track lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffalo while sharing facts about animals, birds, trees, and park history. Breakfast and lunch stops are included, but meals cost extra.

“We had the absolute privilege of exploring Kruger National Park with Jerry as our guide, and it was hands down one of the most incredible experiences we've ever had. From the moment we set off, it was clear we were in expert hands. Jerry’s knowledge of the park, its wildlife, and ecosystems is outstanding—not just the Big 5, but the birds, trees, and even the small insects that make Kruger so special. What really sets Jerry apart is his passion and deep respect for nature. His storytelling brought every moment to life, and his tracking skills were nothing short of magical. We saw more than we ever imagined. Jerry was…”

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Kruger National Park: Full-Day Private Safari With Pickup - The private vehicle changes the day
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Kruger National Park: Full-Day Private Safari With Pickup

14.Kruger National Park: Full-Day Private Safari With Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · 10 hours

Spend 10 hours in Kruger National Park with a private vehicle, English-speaking guide, and hotel pickup from Hazyview or selected gates. Guides such as Steven, Muzi, Lucky, Willem, and Marinda are praised for sharp animal spotting and clear nature stories. Park fees cost extra.

“Amazing, our guide was super knowledgeable and able to use his local knowledge to allow us to find 4 of the big 5 and many many other animals”

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Marloth Park: Kruger National Park Safari Game Drives - Crocodile Bridge and the first animal sightings
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Marloth Park: Kruger National Park Safari Game Drives

15.Marloth Park: Kruger National Park Safari Game Drives

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 115 reviews · 6 hours · from $61

Start before sunrise from Marloth Park and enter Kruger through Crocodile Bridge in a high, open safari vehicle. Guides such as Jerry, Lucky, Max, and Advocate explain the animals, birds, and trees as you search for lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffalo, cheetahs, hippos, and crocodiles.

“Our safari guide, Mr. Jerry, was knowledgeable, friendly, and spoke with so much thought and regard. He was always smiling, very communicative, and made sure to be on time to fetch us in the morning. We really enjoyed spending the day with him.”

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