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Skip the logistics and start your safari as soon as you leave Johannesburg. This private shuttle delivers you across the escarpment into Kruger National Park with door-to-door service, timed to your arrival and accommodation.
The Experience
Before You Go
Carry printed and digital booking confirmations
Have your Kruger accommodation booking and ID ready—some gates request printed confirmations for fast entry.
Bring reusable water and snacks
A 5–6 hour transfer can stretch longer with stops; bring water and light snacks to stay hydrated and energized.
Plan pick-up times around traffic and flights
Allow extra time for Johannesburg traffic or international arrival delays; meet-and-greet at JNB may incur a small parking fee.
Layer for temperature swings
Early mornings and evenings can be cool on the Lowveld; pack a light jacket for comfort on arrival.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Sunset views at southern camps like Skukuza for dramatic heat-haze colors
- •Short stops at roadside curio markets outside Hazyview for local crafts and snacks
Wildlife
- •Elephant
- •Lion
Conservation Note
Kruger management focuses on anti‑poaching patrols, transboundary conservation with neighboring reserves and community-based tourism programs that channel benefits to local villages.
Kruger was formally established as a national park in 1926, consolidating earlier conservation efforts to protect big game and unique Lowveld ecosystems; the reserve also contains numerous rock art and heritage sites.
What to Bring
Passport/ID and booking confirmationsEssential
Needed for park entry and to verify accommodation reservations at check-in.
Refillable water bottleEssential
Keeps you hydrated during the long drive and reduces plastic waste.
Light layers (jacket or fleece)Essential
Temperatures on arrival and in the bush can drop in the morning and evening.
Daypack with essentials (sunglasses, hat, snacks)
Keeps your valuables accessible for quick stops and transfers to camp.
Common Questions
How long is the shuttle from Johannesburg to Kruger?
Expect approximately 5–6 hours door-to-door depending on your pickup location in Johannesburg, traffic, and which Kruger gate or camp you’re heading to.
Can the driver stop en route?
Basic rest and refreshment stops are included, but extended sightseeing or detours into the park are available at an extra charge—request these when booking.
Is the shuttle wheelchair accessible?
Yes—wheelchair-accessible vehicles and infant seats can be requested; confirm requirements at booking so the vehicle is prepared.
Does the price include park entry or game drives?
No—this transfer covers transport only. Park entry fees and guided game drives or bush walks are arranged separately with your lodge or park operator.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
5–6 hours (one way)
Location
Skukuza, Mpumalanga
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels — this is a seated transfer rather than a hike or safari drive
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