Thornybush Game Reserve
Thornybush, once a fenced reserve ensuring the presence of numerous large mammals, restricted wildlife movement between the reserve and Kruger. This limited its wilderness appeal. However, with the fences now removed, Thornybush takes its place among the finest private reserves in the Kruger area.
It boasts top-end lodges, acclaimed guides, and an above-average probability of spotting cheetahs, in addition to other flagship species. This transformation enhances the reserve's standing, offering a more authentic and immersive safari experience for visitors.
Kruger National Park
Best game reserves in Kruger National Park and the surrounding parks
The showpiece of South African tourism, Kruger National Park is one of the world’s most famous protected areas, and for good reason. This huge (19,485 sq km) park in the far northeast of South Africa is home to tens of thousands of mammals and birds including large numbers of all your African favourites. The scenery is classic Africa, with the diversity of safari activities the equal of anywhere and there are endless accommodation options and safari styles available, from tented camps to luxury lodges...read more
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