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For those guests who have only half-a-day available or wish to spend the morning up to lunch on Safari, this is the perfect tour for you. Be there to experience the dawn chorus, the cacophony of sounds as Africa opens her eyes and the Sun greets the savannah plains. Watch as life resets.
Half Day Sunrise Safari
Duration: 05h30 - 12h30
Price: From R1,575 per person
(R1,100pp 4 - 6 guests / R900pp 7+ guests)
Highlights :
Open Safari Vehicle
Privately Guided
Personalised Routes
Big 5 Encounters
Family Friendly
Camp Restaurants
Shops & Curio
Year Round Travel
On the Day of your Safari :
Our Sunrise Half Day Kruger Safari is perfect if you prefer to only spend a morning in the Park but still want to maximize on game sightings.
Our Sunrise Safari departs early for you’re nearest gate of entry. We start from 05h15 in the summer months (Oct – Mar) and from 05h45 during the winter months (Apr – Sept). Prior to your departure Andrew will personally engage with you and finalize your travel plan for the day. All our Safaris are Privately Guided so you will have full flexibility and Andrew will design the Safari around you and your group requirements and interests.
On arrival at the gate your guide Andrew will manage your entrance and permitting and once completed you will access the Park. The early mornings offer a great opportunity to look for nocturnal species that are still active before the sun gets to high and the day warms up. This is a great time to look for Lion, Leopard, WildDog and Hyena. At around 08h00am we will take our first comfort break find a quite spot to grab a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the early morning bush sounds and views. If you have a breakfast pack provided by your accommodation then this would be a great time to dig in. After our stop we will continue looking for larger more common species such as Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra and Buffalo.
Around 09h30 we will stop at one of the Camps should you still need breakfast. The camps have a restaurant, take away and shop with a wide variety to choose from. Should you wish to bring your food with you are most welcome to do so as well.
As soon as you are ready we then head back out onto the bush in search more game. Our Safaris cover a wide variety of interests and we prefer not to rush around just searching for the Big 5. The Kruger National Parks is a large space with exceptional Bio-diversity and intricate eco-system that makes for wonder-filled story telling. Andrew loves to blend in ancient African bush wisdoms with history and heritage as well as all the natural wonders to offer guests a comprehensive and insightful understanding of the Park.
General:
The adventure of Safari is often unpredictable so we advise that our guests kindly bring with them the following:
- Camera
- Binoculars
- A good bush hat for summer months or warm beanie in winter
- Sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes
We don't recommend for heavily pregnant women or persons recovering from recent back or hip injuries/surgery.
What to wear:
Summer Months: September to April
Cool functional attire preferably in dull darker shades to create uniformity with vehicle and not stand out visually to game species. Always remember a good hat as well as sunscreen. Midday temperature Summer s can reach upward of 40 degrees and afternoons can experience thunder showers. All vehicles are equipped with blankets and waterproof ponchos for our guests.
Winter Months: May to August
During the winter months we typically experience blue skies with a daily average temperature of 20 - 25 degrees celcius. Early morning and late afternoons are cooler and we recommend warmer attire as this is amplified when travelling on an open safari vehicle. We do provide blankets but long pants, jacket and beanie are recommended.
Comfort breaks and Camp Stops :
We will stop for both comfort breaks as well as breakfast and lunch stops. All the camps have restaurants, take away and shops but you are also welcome to bring pre-packed food packs from your hotel accommodation outside the Park. If you want to pack a cooler-box with food and snacks for your family you are also welcome to do so. Please note no alcohol is allowed on day trips as per SANParks.
What our guest's say :
"Our family of 4, including two teenagers, had the pleasure of spending 4 days on safari with Andrew. Pick up at our hotel was on time and entering the park at the Paul Kruger gate was easy. We enjoyed exploring different areas of Kruger in his clean and comfortable vehicle (blankets, hot chocolate/coffee, and binoculars were thoughtfully provided). Andrew’s knowledge of the park (terrain, soil, plants, birds and animals) is unbelievably extensive. In addition to spotting the “big 5”, we observed a variety of other animals/birds and the very rare cheetah and wild dogs! Andrew also coordinated with Jafta to provide airport transfers and a panoramic tour of the Blyde River Canyon including the Three Rondavels, Bourkes Potholes, God’s Window and another scenic stop. We ended our trip touring Cape Town with a guide recommended by Andrew. Thanks to Safaria’s full service, we had an amazing bucket list trip"
Frequently Asked Day Safari Questions :
#Book Safari
Inclusions:
- Professional bush guide with Open Safari Vehicle
- Morning Safaris are 7 hours in duration
- Blankets and Rain Ponchos on vehicle should the weather change
- Children two years and older are welcome
- Safari cappuccino on your vehicle
- Refreshing Safaria still water
- Vehicle Wifi
- Personal Safaria sightings journal
- Rates include VAT
Exclusions:
- Excludes Kruger National Park Conservation & Entrance fee
- Transfer to Park gate (Guest can either self-drive, arrange resort shuttle to gate or request Safaria transfer)
- Breakfast & Lunch
- Guide Gratuity
Guests will either self-drive to the designated Kruger Park Gate or be collected from their accommodation on Open Safari Vehicle as long as its within 20km of one of the main Kruger Park Gates. To ensure that our guests get the most out of their Safari we recommend accessing from either Paul Kruger, Phabeni or Numbi gate or Malelane Gate. We can operate from Orpen Gate or Crocodile Bridge on request.
Prior to entrance into the Park guests are required to complete the SANParks and Safaria Indemnity forms and must have copies of ID or Passport on hand to present to gate officials. Your guide will handle your entrance process to ensure a quick and easy access.
We will enter the gates shortly after there opening (05h45 in summer and 06h15 in winter) but not before your pre-drive briefing whilst enjoying a safari cappuccino and listening to the magnificent morning sounds of the African bush.
Our professional guides will introduce you to the splendour of the Kruger National Park and reading the mornings tracks and signs will pick up on the previous nights activity.
Between 08h30 to 09h15 we will stop at one of the rest camps for breakfast (all meals for your own account) before heading out again into the bush.
We again stop for lunch at 12h00.
Whilst in the rest camps we will unpack some of the history and iconic landmarks in the camp areas and close vicinity. Part of the magic of Kruger is understanding her history and events that shaped the land.
After lunch you will slowly make your back to the same Gate you entered through and arrive around 13h00pm.
Guest Pick up times and details:
05h00am (October to March) 05h30am (April to September)
Guest Pick up times apply to White River, Hazyview and surrounding accommodation within 20km of one of the main gates.
Protea Hotel Kruger Gate and Pestana Hotel : Pick up time 15min before gate opening.
Pick Up from Park camps such as Skukuza, Pretoruiskop or Berg en Dal are 30 minutes after park entrance gate opens (06h30am)
Duration: 7 hours (depending on sightings or prior arrangements)
Should guests not have included their KNP CONSERVATION FEES, these are to be paid in cash on arrival at the entry gate:
* R46 for the Open Safari Vehicle. * SANParks Wildcards are welcome and offer free entry to RSA residents * SA - Adults (WITH ID) – R128.00 Children under 12 - R64.00 * SADC Nationals - Adults (With Passport) – R257.00 Children under 12 - R128.00. * International – Adults – R535.00 Children under 12 - R267.00 (Above entrance rate are valid until end October 2025)
- Camera
- Binoculars
- A good bush hat for summer months or warm beanie in winter
- Sunglasses
- Comfortable shoes
We don't recommend for heavily pregnant women or persons recovering from recent back or hip injuries/surgery.
What to Wear:
Months: September to April
Cool functional attire preferably in dull darker shades to create uniformity with vehicle and not stand out visually to game species. Always remember a good hat as well as sunscreen. Midday temperature Summer s can reach upward of 40 degrees and afternoons can experience thunder showers. All vehicles are equipped with blankets and waterproof ponchos for our guests.
Winter Months: May to August
During the winter months we typically experience blue skies with a daily average temperature of 20 - 25 degrees celcius. Early morning and late afternoons are cooler and we recommend warmer attire as this is amplified when travelling on an open safari vehicle. We do provide blankets but long pants, jacket and beanie are recommended.
We have a partnership with Trappers Trading Co. locally and can facilitate any clothing or technical wear requirements with prior notice.
Departure Point:
Click on name for directionKruger National Park Gates:
(Close to Nelspruit) Malelane Gate GPRS
(Close to Hazyview) Numbi Gate GPRS | Paul Kruger Gate GPRS | Phabeni Gate GPRS
Return Point:
Kruger National Park Gates:
(Close to Nelspruit) Malelane Gate GPRS
(Close to Hazyview) Numbi Gate GPRS | Paul Kruger Gate GPRS | Phabeni Gate GPRS
Map:
We will endeavour to seek out the finest wildlife sightings and create the most memorable experiences but sadly Safaria cannot guarantee the weather or that we will successfully track or locate the Big 5 or any specifically requested species. What is certain is that our guides will use there their knowledge and experience to bring our guests as close as possible to the unforgettable memories that Africa and the Kruger National Park is able to provide.
We strongly advise that our guests bring with them the typical Safari gear to see and capture those unforgettable sightings but sadly we cannot be held liable for and damage or loss caused to any personal items particularly photographic equipment and binoculars. This also includes any personal luggage held whilst on Safari. Should any of our guests personal items be left in the vehicle we will endeavour to have it returned however the owner will be liable for any costs incurred.
Please note that a booking is only considered 100% confirmed once payment is made in full, for the individual or Safari group and has been acknowledged by Safaria.
Cancellation policy: (Day Safari)
- We require full payment prior to going on Safari.
- We require full payment prior to going on Safari. Any booking that is cancelled within 30 Days prior to departure will incur a 100% cancellation fee. Bookings cancelled more than 31 - 60 days prior to departure will incur a 50%cancellation fee.
- In the case of a cancellation where a 3rd party, Lodge, Destination or Operator is involved, such as accommodation, flights, transfer shuttles or coaches, the prevailing Lodge, destination or Operators cancellation policy will apply and will be facilitated by Safaria. Please note that this may take several weeks.
On acceptance and payment of your Day Safari you willingly acknowledge and accept the following terms and conditions:
1. I voluntarily agree to participate in the afore-mentioned activity arranged and provided by Safari Trading Pty Ltd and conducted in the Kruger National Park and surrounding areas. 2. My general health is good and there is nothing that renders me unfit to participate in the above mentioned activity. 3. I acknowledge that there are risks and dangers involved in the aforementioned activity. 4. I understand that I will/ may be transported by an Open Safari vehicle, which is open and exposed, and subject to the natural elements and road conditions. 5. I am aware of the hazards and distribution of malaria in Southern Africa and acknowledge that I will be entering a malaria area. 6. I am aware of the potential dangers of exposure to the sun - directly or indirectly - and that serious sunburn may result from unprotected exposure. 7. I accept Safaria Trading Pty Ltd as well as SANParks conditions of participation and I voluntarily assume the risk inherent in taking part in such a tour. I together with my heirs, executors and administrators hereby release Safaria Trading Pty Ltd, its officers, servants, agents and representatives, from any liability, in connection with my participation in any tour, and from any liability or claims that could accrue to me or my heirs, executors and administrators arising out of my participation in the tour or in any related activities irrespective of whether such claim or claims arose through the negligence of any person, or from any of the risks, dangers or hazards inherent in an African Safari tour, or of any loss of, or damage to, any property from any cause whatsoever and I further indemnify and hold harmless Safaria Trading Pty Ltd.
Provisional bookings:
Provisional bookings will be held for a maximum of 3 days after which there will be an automatic release of the space.
Safaria Reserved Rights
In the event that Safaria, at any time, receives another firm enquiry, accompanied by the payment of a 25% deposit, seeking available accommodation being held by any of the lodges in its collection for the Guest, then Safaria reserves the right to request the Guest to immediately release the said accommodation; or Pay a non-refundable deposit to the relevant lodge in the sum equivalent to 25% of the full account, so as to secure the reservation.
Refunds
In the event of an agreed refund, the final refund payment will exclude any bank charges and currency fluctuations incurred from when payment was received by Safaria. Any credit card merchant charges which will be covered by client and NOT Safaria.
Travel Cancellation Insurance
It is the guests responsibility to ensure that they have taken out adequate travel insurance to cover the financial implications of a cancellation or any losses incurred as a result of Safaria's or any of its #rd party providers Cancellation Terms and Conditions. The Guest will bear the sole and absolute responsibility of the implications.
General Accommodation Cancellation Policy:
(Please note that the prevailing Lodges Cancellation Policy will apply)NB : Kindly note that T&C's are subject to change without notification. We advise guests to ensure that they take out the necessary travel cover to mitigate against any potential losses.
As the Premium Kruger Park Safari Operator, Safaria offers guests a host of Day Safari and Overnight Safari packages into the Kruger Park that focus on a more personalized and boutique safari experience. What makes us different is matter of both the “who” and the “how”. It comes down to who we are and how we make you feel. We follow a family philosophy around Safari and from our experiences have established a narrative around story telling and educating our guests. Our Safaris are not tours but journeys in the true sense of the word and every Safari is one of exploration and observation. The two main ingredients that we place the most emphasis on is the quality of Guiding and then making sure our guests are seated on the finest vehicles in operation. These two ingredients provide the very platform to ensure that our guests have a memorable experience.Here are a few questions that are regularly asked and we want to help answer them for you.
How to choose your Day Safari Operator
Choosing the right Day Safari operator all starts with your own expectations of the Safari experience that you want to have. With a wide variety of operators to choose from it’s important to do your research as they vary from a 3Star to a 5Star. Quality operators have a standard and that’s usually clear in the quality of vehicles operated as well as website, product descriptions, booking platform and up to date social media platforms. Ticking all of these boxes would mean you have found a quality operator.
What Safaria aims to do is set the standard in being the Premium Kruger Park Day Safari Experience and we do it by making sure that we offer the very best in every aspect. From our vehicles and guides to our digital presence and booking functionality. Doing the basics well are key but the real benchmark is the way in which we conduct our Safari and our passion to share our knowledge of the Savannah in an informative and professional manner. This is what really differentiates a quality Safari from a Tour.
Book your Kruger National Park Safaria Experience
Our Safaria website offers guests a variety of Day Safari products that allows them to review the Safari, download the PDF as well as book and pay the selected Safari on the requested date through a secure credit card pay link. Our online booking platform is hosted by Nights-Bridge who are a reputable destination booking solution giving you piece of mind that your booking and payment are professionally handled. Once you have booked an automated email will come through to your provided email address and the owner will personally respond within a few hours confirming your booking. Should you rather wish to send an enquiry this will also be treated with urgent attention. All enquiries can be sent to info@safaria.co.za
Which is the best Kruger Park Day Safari
Safaria offer a range of day safari packages but the most popular is the Full Day Ulendo Safari. We would also recommend this for the simple reason that there is so much to see in the Kruger Park that one really does need a full day to experience it. With such incredible diversity and such wonderful history and heritage, your guide needs a full day to share with you this iconic wilderness and its past.
The Safaria Full Day Ulendo Safari
This Full Day Safari Tour offers guests the best opportunity to see the Kruger National Park, its diverse landscapes and most importantly its wildlife. With a Full Day your expert guide has more time to share the wonders of the Kruger National Park
As sun slowly begins to rise over the Kruger National Park, our guests are collected from Paul Kruger Gate, Phabeni Gate, Numbi Gate or Malelane Gate. These pick up times are confirmed prior but are usually between 05h30am and 06h00am. Guests staying in Hazyview can be collected from their accommodation and guests without transport can book a transfer from their accommodation to the closest gate. Prior to your departure we would request copies of each guests Passport via email so that we pre-arrange your access into the Park. After all if you only have a day why waste valuable time queuing when you should be exploring.
After the pre-drive safety discussion you will begin your bush Ulendo. ‘Going-to-bush’ and discovering the Kruger Park over a full day, is an extraordinary experience. Waking with all of its wildlife and watching as they go about their daily journey, our guides will interpret and share with you their story. We want our Safarras to experience the Kruger National Park visually, imaginatively and emotionally. For this very reason our guides are not only experts on the land and its wildlife but also its heritage and folklore.
As you journey your guide will start to share all of these wonders. You will seek out its wildlife and go in search of the legendary Big 5. On Ulendo you will learn the story of Kruger the people and cultures that created this mystical place.
The Full Day Ulendo Safari Itinerary
Once your booking has been confirmed and collection arrangements agreed, your Full Day itinerary will be as follows :
• 05h30am collection from lodge in Hazyview or 06h00am Collection from Gate
• 06h05 Pre-drive briefing with a Safaria Coffee
• 06h15am Enter the Kruger National Park
• 08h30am Breakfast stop and comfort break at one of the Main Camps
• 09h15am Back on Safari (Explore the Thorn Thickets)
• 12h30pm Lunch and comfort break at one of the Main Camps
• 13h30pm Back on Safari (Follow the Rivers)
• 16h00pm Return to the Gate on entry
Inclusions:
• Professional bush guide with Open Safari Vehicle
• Ulendo Safari are 9 to 10 hours in duration
• Blankets and Rain Ponchos on vehicle should the weather change
• Children 3 years and older are welcome
• Safari cappuccino on your vehicle
• Refreshing Safaria still water
• Refresher towel
• Safaria Vehicle Wifi
• Personal Safaria sightings journal to capture your day
Exclusions:
• Excludes Kruger National Park Entrance fee (we recommend including)
• Transfer to Park gate (Guest can either self-drive, arrange resort shuttle to gate or request Safaria transfer)
• Breakfast & Lunch
• Guide Gratuity
Other packages which are also available
Full Day Ulendo Safari
This Full Day Safari Tour offers guests the best opportunity to see the Kruger National Park, its diverse landscapes and most importantly its wildlife. With a Full Day your expert guide has more time to share the wonders of the Kruger National Park and all it's Bio-diversity.
Duration: 10 Hours
Price: R 1,750 per person
(Excludes KNP Entrance Fee)
Afternoon Sunset Safari
For the African Safarra, the imagination runs wild with scenes of a copper sun sinking low, painting the sky with all its glory and kissing the ancient land good night. To Safari over sunset is to watch an alternative world come to life and share in its secret splendour.
Duration: 6 Hours
Price: R 1,575 per person
(Excludes KNP Entrance Fee)
Birding Safari
Adding to the rich biodiversity of mammal life, the Kruger National Park is a paradise for birders. With just over 500 species to twitch its a birding paradise and one not to miss. Our birding Day Safari focusses on the major hotspots in the Southern Region focussed on finding those “lifers”.
Duration: 10 Hours
Price: R 1,750 per person
(Excludes KNP entrance fee)