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South Africa Camping Safaris
There’s no better way to spend your holiday than going on a South Africa camping safari. This is an incredible country to visit in whatever way you travel. It has some of the best wildlife watching you can experience anywhere in southern Africa, and there are so many beautiful landscapes to enjoy as well. But camping will give you a whole extra layer of enjoyment by really helping you to feel close to nature. It’s a big and varied country and there’s so much to see here that any trip, camping or otherwise, will require careful planning so that you can make the most of the time you have available. But wherever you go, you have so much to look forward to.
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4-Day Kruger Park Camping-in-the-Bush Safari
$903 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourBudgetCamping & Self Catering Accommodation
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Khalanga Safaris
5.0/5 – 38 Reviews
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3-Day Johannesburg to Kruger National Park Safari
$575 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Mbombela Experience Tours & Transfers
5.0/5 – 14 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
5-Day Classic Camping Safari
$968 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
MoAfrika Tours
4.9/5 – 161 Reviews
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13-Day Cape to Garden Route via Addo Budget Self-Drive
$1,694 pp (USD)
South Africa: Self-driveBudgetCamping
You Visit: Cape Town (Start), Karoo NP, Oudtshoorn (Garden Route), Addo Elephant NP, Tsitsikamma NP (Garden Route), Garden Route, Hermanus (Whales), Cape Town Airport (End)
Go Self-Drive Tours
4.8/5 – 11 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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3-Day Kruger Park Camping Safari and Panorama Route
$446 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Greater Kruger, Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Safari With Us
4.9/5 – 185 Reviews
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5-Day Kruger Park Camping Safari
$968 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
The Kruger Safari Co.
4.9/5 – 31 Reviews
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3-Day Kruger National Park from Johanesburg
$590 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 20 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Africa Zim Travel & Tours
4.9/5 – 83 Reviews
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8-Day Bush and Mountains
$1,931 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Lodge
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Balule NR (Greater Kruger), Letaba Ranch PP (Greater Kruger), Lekgalameetse NR, Mariepskop, Johannesburg (End)
Ku Sungula Safari Lodge
5.0/5 – 4 Reviews
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3-Day Kruger NP Big 5 Camping Safari
$523 to $565 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
The Mzansi Experience
4.6/5 – 31 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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5-Day Private Northern Kruger Camping Adventure
$1,155 to $1,690 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourBudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Northern Kruger, Central Kruger, Johannesburg (End)
Wild Planet Safari
5.0/5 – 184 Reviews
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3-Day Kruger National Park Camping Safari
$675 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourBudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, O.R. Tambo Airport (Johannesburg), Johannesburg (End)
Khalanga Safaris
5.0/5 – 38 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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3-Day Camping Experience Staying Inside Kruger Itself
$593 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
MoAfrika Tours
4.9/5 – 161 Reviews
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4-Day Kruger Park Camping Safari
$780 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
The Kruger Safari Co.
4.9/5 – 31 Reviews
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3-Day Camping Kruger National Park Safari
$508 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg Airport (End)
Mbombela Experience Tours & Transfers
5.0/5 – 14 Reviews
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4-Day Kruger NP Big 5 Camping & Panorama Route Safari
$661 to $714 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Panorama Route (Highlight), Johannesburg (End)
The Mzansi Experience
4.6/5 – 31 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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7-Day Private Kruger Camping Safari
$1,890 to $2,450 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourBudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Wild Planet Safari
5.0/5 – 184 Reviews
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3-Day Kruger Park Camping Safari
$711 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
The Kruger Safari Co.
4.9/5 – 31 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
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2-Day Pilanesberg Camping Adventure
$399 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Pilanesberg GR, Johannesburg (End)
MoAfrika Tours
4.9/5 – 161 Reviews
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5-Day Kruger NP Big 5 Camping Safari & Panorama Route
$806 to $871 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Panorama Route (Highlight), Johannesburg (End)
The Mzansi Experience
4.6/5 – 31 Reviews
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5-Day Private Southern Kruger Camping Adventure
$1,255 to $1,690 pp (USD)
South Africa: Private tourBudgetCamping
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Wild Planet Safari
5.0/5 – 184 Reviews
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5 Questions About South Africa Camping Safaris
Answered by
Anthony Ham
Anthony has been traveling to, and writing about, safaris in southern Africa for nearly two decades. He has co-written Lonely Planet’s South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini and Southern Africa guidebooks, and he is the author of The Last Lions of Africa.
5 Questions About South Africa Camping Safaris
Anthony Ham
What facilities can I expect in South African campsites?
“South Africa has an excellent network of campsites across many of its national parks. Known as rest camps, they also have other forms of accommodation on the same grounds, as well as facilities that might include a swimming pool, grocery store, gift shop, and restaurants or cafeteria-style dining areas. If you’re camping in one of these rest camps, you can expect good, but sometimes crowded, communal facilities such as toilet and shower blocks. There will be separate bathroom areas for women and men, and most shower facilities have hot water. The best campsites have plenty of shade, but this won’t apply to all sites within a rest camp. The rest camps have fences around them, which keeps out most of the wild animals. Remember also that the rest camps are like mini towns, and what they lack in wilderness appeal they tend to make up for with good facilities.”
1How much do South Africa camping tours cost?
“Every camping safari is different and price packages for what seems like the same trip can vary significantly from one safari operator to the next. Even so, it’s possible in broad terms to say that most camping safaris fall into the budget price category. They begin at around US$125 to US$150 per person per day but can go as high as US$500 per person per day. One of the factors that can push the prices up or down is the number of days you’re traveling: if you’re only traveling for a short period, one-off costs such as transfers will push up the per-day cost. How much ground you’ll be covering can also have an impact, especially when it comes to high fuel prices and even more so if your safari includes any flights. Before handing over any money, you should always ask exactly what is included and what’s not included in any quoted price for your safari. Most quotes should include all meals, transport, game drives, park entry fees and accommodation (including all camping equipment). For some cheaper safaris, you may be expected to help out with chores (setting up camp, cooking, washing up, for example) around camp.”
2What is the best time for a camping safari in South Africa?
“Camping safari tours are possible year-round in South Africa, but the best months are usually from May to September. This is the Dry season in much of the country, especially in the parks of the northeast. During this period, you can expect generally fine conditions and mild daytime temperatures. This also coincides with the best wildlife-viewing months: during the Dry season, animals are drawn to an ever-diminishing number of water sources, which makes them easier to track down. Although conditions are largely favorable at these times, remember that it can get very cold at night. Another thing to remember is that South African school holidays are to be avoided where possible: during local school holiday periods, campsites can be crowded at best and completely overrun at worst.”
3Is a camping holiday in South Africa safe?
“A South Africa camping safari is generally very safe, and the vast majority of travelers who go on one of these trips has a wonderful time without experiencing any safety problems. Crime can be a concern in some South African cities, but is extremely rare in national parks, reserves and rural areas. Even in the cities, most travelers encounter no difficulties. There is also little danger from the animals you’ll be seeing: campsites are fenced and as long as you remain in your vehicle and follow the advice of your guide at all times when out on safari, you should be fine. Outside of national parks, you should never travel on public roads after dark because of the higher risk of traffic accidents and the hazards posed by poorly visible, wandering wildlife and livestock. Very few safaris are likely to do this, but confirm when making your booking that you won’t be traveling by road at night.”
4Will I need to bring my own camping gear on a South Africa camping safari?
“No, the overwhelming majority of camping tours offered by South African operators will include all camping equipment. If you were asked to bring your own, you could expect the quoted price of your safari to be significantly less. One of the most important things you need to do when organizing your safari and choosing which operator will make the arrangements is to ask for a detailed list of what’s included and what’s excluded. This applies to all aspects of your safari, and not just to camping equipment. Make sure also that the operator is able to provide a list of all equipment that will accompany you on safari. Some may try to cut corners, but at the very least you should be provided with a tent, sleeping bag, mattress and cooking equipment. You will be expected to bring your own warm jackets and other suitable clothing.”
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A fairy tale!
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