Kruger National Park, situated in the northeastern corner of South Africa, is a treasure trove for golf and safari experiences. Spanning nearly 20,000 square kilometers, it is one of Africa’s largest game reserves. Home to the renowned Big Five as well as hundreds of other mammals, bird species, and reptiles, Kruger offers visitors an unforgettable safari experience. Picture yourself gazing at elephants and lions from an open vehicle, and maybe even befriending the park’s more elusive residents like the leopard or wild dog – all just a short flight away from Johannesburg.
Luxury Safari Lodges
Within the borders of Kruger, luxury knows no bounds. Ascot Tours partners with some of the finest safari lodges, each one aiming to spoil guests like they’re royalty. Whether it’s the plush linens, private plunge pools, or gourmet meals, every comfort is catered for. Wake up to the sounds of the bush and enjoy breakfast while watching elephants stroll past your deck – it’s the kind of morning routine that doesn’t need a snooze button.
Greater Kruger
Just beyond Kruger’s official boundaries lie the Greater Kruger, including the splendid Sabie Sands, Timbavati, Manyeleti, Thornybush and Klaserie. Known for its exceptional game viewing, Sabie Sands offers exclusive encounters due to the limited number of lodges and vehicles. Here, guides and trackers have honed their skills to near-superhuman levels, often finding the most elusive creatures with ease. A visit to these private reserves promises intimate wildlife experiences and often closer encounters than you could ever putt into words.
Golf Courses Near Kruger
For the golfers, the area around Kruger serves up some incredible courses that let you tee off in the lap of nature. Golfing in Kruger often includes unexpected wildlife spectators, so don’t be surprised if you have to share the fairway with a giraffe. Kruger golf courses like the Skukuza Golf Club offer the unique experience of playing among wildlife, though it’s the kind where you might have to occasionally let a giraffe cross the fairway. With world-class design and unforgettable backdrops, these golf courses give “going green” a whole new meaning. Leopard Creek Country Club is an exclusive, Gary Player-designed golf course located near Malalane, South Africa, bordering the Kruger National Park with the Crocodile River running through some of its fairways
Featured Tour: Splendid Kruger
Opulence meets the wild on the 7-day Splendid Kruger safari adventure in the renowned Kruger National Park. Your unforgettable getaway includes stays at two exceptional lodges, both offering utter indulgence and thrilling wildlife encounters. At Singita Lebombo Lodge modern luxury blends effortlessly with nature’s beauty. ng, and pool areas provide a perfect sanctuary for relaxation. Further south and still inside the park, Kruger Shalati is perched on the historic Selati Bridge over the Sabie River. With panoramic views and a deck with a pool where you can watch crocodiles, hippos, and elephants below, it is an unparalleled experience of comfort and nature.