Big 5 Game Drives

Big 5 Game Drives

Pridelands Game Reserve

From R1 155 per person

Kruger National Park

From R2 055 per person

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Big 5 Game Drives in Hoedspruit Limpopo South Africa offers opportunities to go on a morning or afternoon Big 5 Game Drive. Pridelands Private Game Reserve is 3 km from Hoedspruit town in the Balule Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National Park. You can also take a full-day or half-day safari in Kruger National Park with an open safari vehicle with a qualified guide.

A South African game safari is a must on your bucket list of wild African adventures. You can do a luxury game safari or a budget game safari. Many lodges do not allow children under 6 years old to go on safaris, but if you want a family game safari in South Africa, contact me via email — info@hoedspruitonline.co.za. I will find a safari company or lodge that allows children to go on a game safari.

How much is a Big 5 Game Drive?

All the rates below can change, depending on whether you want a private game drive or a group of 8 people wishing an extended drinks stop at sunset. We can tailor any game drive to suit your needs, including a surprise engagement setting.

Pridelands Game Reserve – morning and afternoon 3-hour game drives

Pridelands Game Reserve is a 5-minute drive from Hoedspruit town in the Geater Kruger Park.

Cost from R1 155 per person

Includes:

Qualified game ranger in an open safari game vehicle.

Pick up and drop off at the Rhino Convention Centre.

A drink and snacks stop.

Kruger National Park – full-day safari

Kruger Park Orpen Gate is 65km from Hoedspruit.

Cost from R1925 per person excluding the park conservation fee (see below).

Includes:

Qualified game ranger in an open safari game vehicle.

Pick up and drop off

Excludes:

Park conservation fee – SA Residents R128, SADC R257, International R535 (valid till 31 October 2025)

Drinks and snacks bought in the park

Walking Safaris

Big5 Game Reserve – 4-hour walking safari

Cost from R1100 per person

Includes:

Close walking encounters with wildlife

Walking with an experienced guide

Learn about nature and animals

Pick up and drop off

What to wear on a Big 5 Game Drives

A safari dress code does not have to be complicated. You should wear neutral or earthly colors, not bright colors like red, yellow, or purple. Always wear a sun hat and bring sunblock.

The South African sun can be harsh even in the winter months. During the winter months, it can be cold at +3 degrees so bring along something warm to wear for the early morning and late afternoon game drives. During the summer months, wear clothing that is light and breezy.

What to take along on your Big 5 Game Drives

1: Binoculars: a good pair will assist you in identifying birds, and mammals that are far away.

2: A camera: having a good lens, will allow you to capture the wildlife and bring back memories. If you don’t have a camera, using your cell phone camera will also do well.

3: Sun cream – it gets hot under the African sun. Make sure you have at least a 40+ factor suncream. Lip ice or lip balm is also useful in keeping your skin moist.

4: Clothing—Daytime temperatures can vary greatly. Bring some warm, layered clothing if you are going out in winter. Early morning drives can be cold, but the sun warms them up. Afternoon drives start warm, but they can become chilly once the sun goes down.

Kruger National Park Mammal List

The Greater Kruger National Park has 147 mammals listed For a comprehensive list of the animals you are likely to see please click here

Kruger National Park Bird List

The Greater Kruger National Park has over 450 birds listed. Some birds are migratory, arriving after our winter and leaving again 5 months later before winter settles in. For a comprehensive list of birds you are likely to see please click here

Big 5 Game Reserve Mpumalanga or Limpopo

Kruger Nation Park is a Big Five Game Reserve that covers two provinces. The northern section of Kruger National Park is in the Limpopo Province and the southern section falls in the Mpumalanga Province. Pridelands Game Reserve is in the Limpopo Province, just outside Hoedspruit town.

Big 5 Game drives in Hoedspruit

Hoedspruit in the Limpopo Province South Africa, has 3 private game reserves close to town. Kruger National Park is only 65km from Orpen Gate. If you want a private game drive for a family outing or a special engagement surprise drinks stop, contact Anthony at info@hoedspruitonline.co.za and I will make it happen. Hoedspruit game drives add another adventure to your holiday in the Lowveld.

For online bookings and availability click here or for more information about game drives or a walking safari,

email Anthony at info@hoedspruitonline.co.za