Read about the history of the Kruger National Park. Learn more about Paul Kruger, the founder of the National Park. We also have articles on the first settlers and the first ranger James Steveson-Hamilton, who is still revered in modern times in South Africa.

• Kruger National Park History

Read this section to read about the wildlife in the Kruger Park. We provide information about mammals, reptiles, birds, videos and webcams.

• Wildlife

• Game Viewing Tips

If you visit the Kruger National Park at the wrong time of the year, the chance of catching malaria is increased. Click on the link below to read about malaria in South Africa and the Kruger Park, as well as malaria prophylaxis.

Further information is provided regarding the Tropical Institute in South Africa, Austria, Switzerland and Germany.

• Malaria and the Kruger National Park

For more tips and information:

• Opening Times

 There is a wide range of different accommodation types available in the Kruger National Park. We provide game lodges, hotels, golf accommodation, guest houses, B & B and holiday homes - all located in and around the Kruger Park.

• Kruger Park Accommodation

On the following page, you can read more about the closing and opening times of the Kruger National Park. Many accidents occur with wild animals as people rush back to the gate shortly before closing time. Read more about the opening time and speed cameras in the Kruger Park.

• Opening Times

On the following page you can view a map of the Kruger Park. Travelling by car, you need at least four days for a complete trip through the nature reserve.

• Kruger National Park Maps