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A Kruger safari holiday – why not? You only live once…

Do you identify as a YOLO traveller? The “You Only Live Once” traveller is fast becoming a feature when it comes to global travel culture. This intrepid traveller has a ‘Seize the Day’ mindset, and getting out into the world is a life priority.

The YOLO traveller is driven by the desire to make the most of life and embrace new and different experiences. They are not content to muse over their bucket list at home, they are intent on ticking it off! They often seek out extraordinary destinations and once-in-a-lifetime adventures, including African safari experiences.

Here are some of the ways that YOLO travellers find what they are looking for on a Kruger safari holiday:

Embracing immersive, experiential travel – You adventure into the evocative African bush, and it is a unique thrill to set off on a safari game drive with the chance of seeing the Kruger National Park Big 5, and so much more. You’ll also discover the delights of South African culture in food, song, dance, storytelling and crafts.

Luxury and comfort – If you are embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime travel, it makes sense to do it style. Prioritising comfort and exclusivity adds fantastic value to your holiday, and many YOLO guests at Kruger Gate Hotel choose our Nkanyi Suite experience with its private indoor-outdoor lifestyle and butler service.

Adventure and high-thrills activities – While every safari into the iconic Kruger National Park is a thrilling adventure in its own right, our YOLO guests are also interested in the nearby adrenaline-fueled activities, which are top Mpumalanga tourism attractions. You can even reach the hotel via helicopter charter and enjoy exclusive use of the hotel’s helipad.

Sustainable and impactful travel – Many YOLO travellers embrace responsible travel and relish the opportunity to support wildlife conservation and rural community upliftment as a special aspect of their Kruger safari holiday.

There’s much that we can all learn from the YOLO spirit which is driven by the urge to experience life fully and optimise on special experiences. For the YOLO traveller, life is too short to postpone adventure, and every trip should be nothing less than unforgettable. Embracing a “you only live once” attitude, these explorers seek out the world’s most extraordinary experiences, diving into journeys that blend awe, thrill, and discovery. A Kruger safari epitomizes this ethos, offering an iconic, once-in-a-lifetime escape that defines a life well lived.

Guest Reviews

(Translated by Google) You have to go there. It's great.

(Original)
Il faut y aller. C’est top

Posted on 21/09/2025 by Google

Amazing hotel with wildlife in & around the property. Safari game drive with Joel was excellent and we accomplished the Big 5 views of the animals. Food & accommodations were great. Spa treatment with massage, very relaxed 😎🤘🏼

Posted on 19/09/2025 by TripAdvisor

The staff were amazing. Food was incredible. Rooms were great. The whole environment was a paradise.

Likely the best hotel you’ll ever stay at.

Posted on 20/09/2025 by TripAdvisor

This is a great place to stay. Near the park (less than a mile) but less than the park prices. The Safari\'s were great, the food excellent and the service superb.We enjoyed th offered Safari\'s plus a night Safari done by SanParks.

Posted on 18/09/2025 by TripAdvisor

Très bel établissement, bien situé juste à côté d une entrée du parc. .Grand confort, gentillesse du personnel, au top pour les safaris et les massages

Posted on 19/09/2025 by Booking.com

De tudo! Este hotel é espetacular, simplesmente sensacional em tudo, da arquitetura, a hotelaria, dos atendentes e equipe até os safaris!

Posted on 23/09/2025 by Booking.com

Excellent location, very clean room, well equipped, very hot water in the bathroom, nice stuff. Everything is very well organized. First thing we saw - pumbas on the parking. Lots of them. Then we entered our room and saw an impala on the terrace, just lying there. I was shocked. There is a shop with snacks and souvenirs and a welcome point with some snacks and beverages in reception area.
We had morning safari for 333 $. It\'s a good price for private safari, it starts 5:30 and you are back at 12. Breakfast to go is provided. Cars are very good and comfortable, even in group, i think, you can have nice observation. We were alone in the car, our guide was a wonderful man, he did his best to show us the animals. We saw lions twice, a lot of giraffes, hippos, elephants, zebras and so on. When we were back we saw a lot of elephants from the pool area.
The most impressing thing - dinner. It is the best dinner we had in South Africa, even better than 300$ dinner in a fancy restaurant in Cape Town. And this one was only buffet, included in our stay but such a big choice and what wonderful taste has the chef, my compliments, every dish was beautifully done. On your way to dinner you can see monkeys on the trees. Hotel is beautiful. Perfect choice for first nights in Kruger. Thank you very much for our wonderful memories.

Posted on 20/09/2025 by Booking.com

Hotel ótimo, com uma localização muito próxima à entrada do parque Kruger. Boas opções para alimentação. Vista para o parque sempre com animais passando por perto. Funcionários simpáticos.

Posted on 19/09/2025 by Booking.com

It’s our 4th trip to Kruger Gate Hotel. We love the fact that we can fly directly to Nelspruit and it’s a short drive to the hotel. The newly renovated bedrooms are lovely. Also love the new breakfast area.

Posted on 21/09/2025 by Booking.com

Lage, Personal, Buffets, Ausstattung. Fazit: Eine supergute Lodge!

Posted on 17/09/2025 by Booking.com

Super schönes Hotel mit Blick auf den Kruger Nationalpark .
Personal sehr freundlich und Hilfsbereit.
Man kann auch diverse Safaris über das Hotel buchen.

Posted on 17/09/2025 by Booking.com

Quarto muito confortável e espaçoso.

Posted on 16/09/2025 by Booking.com

De tudo. Localização excelente. Banheiro excelente. Cama excelente. Café da manhã melhor do mundo. Jantar legal. Piscina linda com possibilidade de ver animais (vimos hipopótamo na nossa vez).

Posted on 18/09/2025 by Booking.com