There are several nature reserves in the territory of South Africa. The largest of them – named National Forest Kruger ParkLocated in the Northeast of South Africa, less than an hour’s flight from Johannesburg, this vast nature reserve stretches for hundreds of miles along the border with Mozambique. Its territory is home to many wild animals, including rare and endangered species.
Why Kruger Park?
Kruger Park is home to animals in their natural habitat. This place has been very little changed by man, so it shows us the real Africa. Kruger Park it has more species of flora and fauna than any other park in South Africa. There are about 336 species of trees, 49 species of fish, 34 species of amphibians, 114 species of reptiles, 507 species of birds and 140 species of mammals.
Safari in the Kruger Park
Safari – a hunting expedition, possibly a longer caravan trip in East Africa. Currently, with the development of global tourism, this term more and more often describes a form of organized rest and recreation through admiring and photography natural nature, especially the animal world.
The park is visited by driving a car, from which it is not allowed to get out. Accommodation for tourists is in very comfortable bungalows with air conditioning – thatched.
The overnight camps are fenced with live barbed wire. The gates of such a camp are closed tightly at night at a strictly defined time. Whoever misses the closing time pays a fine.
Information for safari participants
The permitted maximum speed is 40 km / h. on dirt roads and 50 km / h. on roads with paved surfaces. Entry to the Kruger Park and movement within the park is limited to the daytime. Pets and firearms are not allowed in the park. Motorcycles and open-top cars are not allowed to enter. Malaria occurs in the Kruger Park. It is recommended to take pills against malaria, etc .. Under no circumstances should you leave your car outside of the camping areas. Animals always have the right of way on the roads.
