Kruger National Park Situated in the northeast of the country, theKruger National Park spreads across a huge area,equivalent to the size of Belgium. Here you willfind some of the best game viewing in SouthAfrica. Watch lion prides hunting their prey,leopards lounging in the shady boughs of fig trees,elephant and buffalo roaming the bushveld andwhite rhino grazing contently. The birdlife isimpressive too, with more than 500 speciesincluding the ground hornbill and Pel's fishing owl.Self-driving is a rewarding and adventurous way toexplore, encountering giraffe bending precariouslyto take a drink or klipspringers scampering acrossboulders. Making use of guided game drives fromyour restcamp or lodge will mean you alsobenefit from the expertise and knowledge ofsafari rangers.NKAMBENITENTEDLODGE,KRUGERNATIONALPARKNkambeni is set on a private 11,000 hectareconcession located within the Kruger NationalPark. The lodge itself offers simple, good valueaccommodation. There are 150 tents here, laidout amongst mature vegetation, making it feelmuch smaller. The tents are on stilts, with anoutdoor balcony. All have an en suite bathroomwith indoor and outdoor shower. The main areacomprises a restaurant, swimming pool andviewing deck overlooking a dam. Lion pride, Kruger National ParkWithin the Kruger National Park are a seriesof restcamps, ideal for travellers seekingindependence on their safari. These areowned and managed by SANParks and offersimple, affordable accommodation in goodlocations. Most rooms have self-cateringfacilities including a braai (barbeque) pitoutside. Each camp has a grocery shop aswell as a restaurant. For your safari, you canjoin a guided game-drive or self-drive aroundthe park independently. We have carefullyselected a number of SANParks restcampsthroughout Kruger National Park and will beglad to discuss their facilities, location andwhich room types we recommend. SKUKUZARESTCAMP, KRUGERNATIONALPARKThe largest of the restcamps in the park,Skukuza is situated in a superb area forwildlife on the banks of the Sabie River. It isthe site of the park headquarters, so facilitiesare extensive, including four restaurants, twoswimming pools, shop, bank and petrolstation. Accommodation is in small thatchedrondavels (round bungalows) and familycottages set under riverine trees.BERG-EN-DALRESTCAMP,KRUGERNATIONALPARKThis restcamp is situated in the far south of the Kruger, where rolling grasslands aredotted with steep granite kopjes. Wildlife inthis region is superb, including elephant,giraffe and rhino. Accommodation is morespacious and private here than some otherrestcamps. Facilities include a swimming pool, restaurant, shop, laundry room andpetrol station. Skukuza Restcamp, Kruger National Park44Kruger Restcamps

The Sabi Sand WildtuinThe Sabi Sand Wildtuin is a private game reservebordering the western edge of Kruger NationalPark. Wildlife moves freely between the two andthe animals here are very relaxed around vehicles.Two rivers run through the reserve and theriverine bushveld is an ideal habitat for leopard, so sightings of these graceful cats are particularlyhigh. Aside from leopard, sightings of lion, rhino,elephant, buffalo, hyena and plains game such aswaterbuck and kudu are frequent here, makingfor exciting game viewing. The reserve is split intosmaller reserves including Sabi Sabi, managed byprivate safari lodges and camps. Explore in openvehicles with knowledgeable rangers and trackers,as well as on guided bush walks, learning aboutthe smaller creatures, insects and plant life whichform a crucial part of this habitat.BUSHLODGE, SABISABIPRIVATEGAMERESERVESabi Sabi is a private reserve within the Sabi SandWildtuin, with a choice of luxury lodges: BushLodge, Little Bush Camp, Selati Camp and EarthLodge. The guiding at all of these properties isamongst the best in the country. Bush Lodge hasa lovely position overlooking a waterhole. Thereare 25 thatched suites, decorated with neutralcolours and African artwork. Each has a balconyoverlooking the bush and the en suite bathroomsinclude a bath and outdoor shower. There aretwo swimming pools, a spa, well-stocked winecellar and a children's activity centre.SELATICAMP, SABISABIPRIVATEGAMERESERVEThis enchanting camp is situated near a formerstop on the railway line which ran from theTransvaal to Mozambique in the early 1900s. Each of the eight suites is named after old railwaystops and all are decorated in a colonial, elegantstyle. The bar is filled with antique suitcases, railmemorabilia and black and white photographs.There are sweeping views of the dry riverbed and plains from the main lounge, and a prettyswimming pool is nestled in the gardens. Lanterns light the footpaths at night, and mealsare served in various locations on the property each evening. www.audleytravel.com/southafrica ?01993 838 550 ?Kruger & the Escarpment45LITTLEBUSHCAMP, SABISABIPRIVATEGAMERESERVELittle Bush Camp is very private and intimate,with just six suites. Each suite has a balcony with a heated Jacuzzi overlooking the seasonal river, aswell as en suite bathrooms with bath and shower.Meals are served in the boma or by candlelight inthe riverbed. There is a beautiful main loungearea with a steep thatched roof, filled withcomfortable sofas and armchairs. A swimmingpool offers relief from the heat of the daybetween game drives. This is a wonderful Africanretreat in the heart of the bush, a superb base for your safari. Selati Camp, Sabi Sabi Private Game ReserveLeopard, Sabi Sabi Private Game ReserveBateleur eagle, Sabi Sabi Private Game ReserveZebra, Sabi Sabi Private Game ReserveBush Lodge, Sabi Sabi Private Game ReserveAlfresco dining at Little Bush Camp