Up until recently the only accommodation in the Kruger National Park was government run rest camps and bush camps.
In a smart and commercial move certain large sections of land were leased to private operators from which they could set up lodges and manage them in a similar way to the private reserves on the western boundary of the Kruger Park such as Sabi Sands and Timbavati.
The advantage of the private lodges in the Kruger Park is that you can still enjoy bush walks, night game drives and restricted off road driving. The Kruger Park is home to the big five and prolific game viewing.
The most well known and luxurious of the private concessions in the Kruger National Park is
Singita Lebombo and its sister lodge
Singita Sweni. The lodges have been dramatically built on the side of a cliff overlooking the two converging rivers. Close to the Orpen Gate
Hamilton Tented Camp will take you back to the romantic colonial age. Draped mosquito nets cover the beds and the public areas are decorated in antiques of the 1920’s. Close by the
Imbali Lodge is built in the style of a traditional lodge with each suite having its own private Jacuzzi which has been built on to the decks. Discover more about the Tsonga community and their culture and traditions at
Hoyo Hoyo here you can also enjoy game drives and safaris. In the South of the Kruger National Park you will find
Jocks Safari Lodge which is names after Sir Percy Fitzpatrick trusty dog. The area is home to the big five and an array of plains game.
