The Kruger National Park

South Africa

History

1806 British secured possession of the Cape colony from the Dutch

1835-1837 The Great Trek The Boers trek north to find new lands

1883 Paul Kruger was elected president of the South African Republic. Kruger had a vision to preserve the game and set aside land for conservation.

Facts

1926 The Kruger National Park was established South Africa’s largest national park The wilderness covers 19,633 sq km It has 16 distinct sections based on different types of

vegetation Rivers include Limpodo, Olifants,Crocodile, Sabie Africa’s Big Five- lions rhinoceros, buffalo, leopards,

elephants

Flights

International airport – Johannesburg Local airports – Skukuza, Hoedspruit,

Nelspruit Lodges- may have their own airstrips

Accommodation

Types of accommodation

Bungalows Safari Tents Guest Houses Camping Option Luxury Riverside Bungalows Family Cottages and Guest Cottages

Skukuza Lodge

Skukuza Camp is the capital of Kruger National Park. It is the biggest camp and includes facilities such as a shop, ATM, internet cafe, restaurant, library, fuel station and more.

Types of safari

Horse riding Walking 4 wheel drive Hot air ballooning Air safari Photographic

Summary

Why do people go to the Kruger National Park in South Africa?