Kruger National Park is among the most popular holiday destinations among international tourists who book tickets onboard South Africa bound flights for a safari holiday. Read on to know about accommodations, attractions and best time for a visit to these forests of South Africa.
Living On-Site
Adventure lovers, who book air tickets to reach South Africa, often want to experience the wildlife of South Africa beyond just game safaris. For them, there is a wide variety of stay options amidst these forests including rest camps, Bushveld camps, overnight hides, bush lodges and camp sites. These options are scattered all over and cater to verey budget. However, due to high demand it is recommended that holidaymakers make their camp/lodge bookings at the same time they reserve their international flights.
What Not to Miss
Those booking air tickets to seek out the charms of Kruger. It is billed as the leading destination not just in South Africa but also in the entire African continent to view the Big Five game animals including lion, leopard, Cape buffalo, African elephant, and rhinoceros. But that is just the tip of the iceberg. Other top lures are zebra, cheetah, giraffe, hippopotamus, African wild dog and more.
Ideal Seasons for a Visit
The subtropical climate in the area can be classified into two distinct weather periods - the wet summer period and the dry winter period. The high season for this destination is the winter months. However, the high tourist traffic during this season tends to make cheap accommodations and flights tickets vanish like greased lightning. Summers are characterised by lush green vegetation and during the months of November/December, the top attractions include young mammals of myriad species. This is also the preferred season for those who seek deals on flights and hotels.
