The Kruger Park Big Five: From Lions to Leopards

Visitors to Africa on safari enjoy a variety of attractions, but nothing quite compares to seeing the famous five up close.

The Kruger National Park teems with all the members of the Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino & Buffalo) and it is not uncommon (depending on a little luck, of course) to spot most, if not all of the five in a single game drive.

Leopard remains the hardest of the Kruger Big Five to spot, but visitors to the Sabi Sands Reserve in the southern Kruger region are well positioned to encounter these solitary tree-climbers with relative ease. (There are also huge Lion prides in this part of Kruger.)

We Recommend:

Londolozi Pioneer Camp - A highly respected reserve by conservationists, Londolozi offers a superb big five experience. It offers excellent chances for leopard sightings, and the game rangers are knowledgeable and extremely personable, making this a superb choice for wildlife enthusiasts.

Lion Sands - This resort offers Big Five game viewing in all the comfort of five star luxury. A stay at Lion Sands is a must for those who want to be privy to incredible game sightings, but also enjoy exquisite food and luxurious accommodation.

Mala Mala Main Camp - You won't be the first to remark on how much bigger, meaner and prehistoric the animals that roam Mala Mala are. This premier reserve offers unparalleled wild life viewing with an emphasis on keeping you out in the wilderness for as long as possible (don't even think about skipping a game drive here).

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