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Experience the Wildlife Superstars of Kruger Up Close and Personal

The Kruger National Park is home to a wide variety of wildlife! The most famous wild animals in Kruger are undoubtedly the Big Five. But it doesn’t stop there!

There are more A-list animals to see in the Kruger that are unique and even endangered species. Find out more about these wildlife superstars that you could be getting up close and personal with on your game drives the next time you are visiting the Kruger National Park.

The Southern African lion

The Kruger National Park is home to some of the world’s most majestic animals, including lions. Lions are the apex predators of the park and can be seen on game drives. Because they are crepuscular wild animals, the best time to go on safari in the Kruger to see them is when they are most active at dusk and dawn. Lions are known to be social creatures and can be seen hunting and protecting their territory. Seeing a lion in its natural habitat is a truly awe-inspiring experience and a must for any Kruger National Park visitor.

The ground pangolin

The Ground pangolin is truly an unforgettable wild animal to see! It’s a shy and nocturnal creature found in the savanna grassland and mixed woodland landscapes of the Kruger National Park. They are covered in armour-like scales and curl up into a ball when threatened. They feed primarily on termites and ants, which they dig up with their strong front claws. Ground pangolins are threatened by poaching and habitat loss and are classified as vulnerable. In Kruger, they are best seen on night safaris, where their distinctive yellow eyes often reflect the light of the spotlight. Be sure to respect these animals and keep your distance!

The Kruger subspecies of cheetah

Did you know that the Kruger National Park has its very own subspecies of cheetah? Scientifically known as the Acinonyx jubatus krugeri, this subspecies of cheetah is only found in the Kruger National Park! This rare cheetah is considered to be one of the most genetically distinct populations of cheetahs in the world.

The Kruger cheetahs are known for their distinctive black “tear marks” that run from the corners of their eyes down to their mouths, which are thought to help them reduce glare from the sun while hunting. They are also larger and heavier than other subspecies of cheetahs, with males weighing up to 54 kg (120 pounds) and females weighing up to 45 kg (100 pounds).

The Kruger cheetahs are also known for their unique hunting strategy, which involves using teamwork to hunt larger prey such as wildebeest and zebras. This hunting strategy is thought to have developed as a result of the high densities of large herbivores found in the Kruger National Park. Imagine getting the chance to observe this thrilling animal behaviour for yourself on one of the Kruger national park tours!

The Nyala

Nyala is a medium-sized antelope found in southern and eastern Africa. It has a reddish-brown coat, with white stripes and spots on its side and legs. Males are larger than females and have prominent spiralled horns. Nyalas live in woodlands as well as savanna grasslands and are “browsers,” meaning they feed on leaves, shoots, buds, and fruit. They are active during the day and are most commonly seen in herds of up to 20. Nyalas are a popular animal to spot in the Kruger National Park and can be seen on guided tours or on your own game drives in their natural habitat.

The Saddle-billed stork

The Saddle-billed stork, specifically the Ephippiorhynchus senegalensis, is a large, striking bird that is found in sub-Saharan Africa. It is known for its distinctive, bright red bill that is topped with a black band, giving it the appearance of having a “saddle” on its bill. They can reach up to 150cm in height, have black plumage on their body and long legs. They are found in wetlands, swamps, and floodplains, where they feed on fish, frogs, and other aquatic animals.

When you’re on the lookout for wild animals in the Kruger, you are likely to spot saddle-billed storks perched on tall trees or termite mounds where they can easily see prey and survey their surroundings. They are known for their elaborate courtship displays, which include bill-clattering and wing-flapping.

This is just a little taste of the wild animals you can see in the Kruger national park! You can experience the exciting variety of wildlife watching for yourself and see leopards, elephants, zebras, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and so much more on your future safari lodge stay.

Guest Reviews

(Translated by Google) I had a wonderful stay at the Kruger Gate Hotel.
It's ideally located for enjoying a safari.
The animals roam freely—I was greeted by a family of warthogs outside my room door. Monkeys roam the trees, and buffalo, elephants, and other species roam freely around the pool.
The staff is lovely and welcoming (special mention to Debrah :) ).
The room is pleasant and comfortable.
The food is delicious.
In short, a perfect place to relax and enjoy nature's bounty.

(Original)
J'ai passé un excellent séjour au Kruger Gate Hotel.
Il est idéalement situé pour profiter d'un safari.
Les animaux viennent librement - j'ai été accueilli par une famille de phacochères devant ma porte de chambre, les singes font leurs vies dans les arbres et de la piscine, buffles, éléphants et autres espèces viennent naturellement.
Le personnel est adorable et accueillant (mention spéciale à Debrah :) )
Chambre agréable et confortable.
La nourriture est délicieuse.
bref un endroit parfait pour se reposer et profiter des cadeaux de la nature.

Posted on 19/05/2025 by Google

highly commendable. simply the best.

Posted on 18/05/2025 by Google

rooms a bit dated rest are good

Posted on 13/05/2025 by Agoda

Kruger Gate Hotel was very nice with an amazing spa. Breakfast & dinner was included in our rate. They were very accomodating for me with Gluten Free requirements. They went thru the whole buffet with me and confirmed what was gluten free & what was not. Surprisingly most of the buffet was good for me. The food was amazing. I did a facial & a 90 min massage. Both were very good & highly recommend them. I did one safari with the lodge, which was extra, but so worth it. We go so close to so many animals. I would definitely stay here again.

Posted on 19/05/2025 by TripAdvisor

Stayed at the hotel for 4 nights with my partner, our room was spacious and cleanliness was very good. Good variety of food for the buffet dinner and all of the top shelf liquors available. Water supplied and topped up daily. The Safari trips were brilliant and I really recommend them. Enoch was our driver for the tour (we did an all day one which started at 5.30am with breakfast available to collect and take with you) and he was fantastic. Really knowledgeable about the area and he knows his animals. Nothing was too much for him and was happy to stop at any animal siting. Enoch is friendly, chatty and I swear he has a sixth sense on where to head out in the vast amount of land on the national park. If you get Enoch as your guide you\'re on to a winner already and have a superb chance of seeing the Big 5 which we did. Definitely going back to Kruger National Park and would stay here again.

Posted on 20/05/2025 by TripAdvisor

Hotel with enormous charm located 2 minutes from the Kruger gate. It is a faultless one! Beautiful place good meals a magical safari.

Posted on 13/05/2025 by TripAdvisor

Excellent location for the price! Courteous staff. Excellent breakfast and dinner( especially for me many vegetarian choices were offered). Staff at dinner and breakfast went out of their way to get what we wanted. Amazing safari offered by the hotel with a great guide. Couldn’t fault a thing! Can think of only superlatives to describe anything. Thanks to all staff!

Posted on 18/05/2025 by TripAdvisor

Everything was great. The staff were amazing, could not do enough for you. There was a great selection of food (I’m vegetarian). We did three safari drives and the guides would endeavour to help guests see as many animals as possible (we saw the big 5 over the three excursions). Great location right next to Kruger Gate. We also used the spa which had a lovely range of treatments. The room and bed were very comfortable. I hope to return and would recommend to anyone wanting to visit this area.

Posted on 20/05/2025 by Booking.com

Breakfast was good,all assorted,spoled for choice

Posted on 19/05/2025 by Booking.com

何から何まで、かなり洗練されていて、とても満足している。

Posted on 19/05/2025 by Booking.com

Das Hotel direkt am Kruger Gate ist wirklich beeindruckend – eine große Anlage, aber mit sehr viel Liebe zum Detail und einem tollen afrikanischen Flair gestaltet. Alles ist geschmackvoll und atmosphärisch. Besonders das Abendessen war ein Highlight: Der Bereich mit Feuerstellen, in dem gegessen wird, ist wunderschön gestaltet und schafft eine ganz besondere Stimmung.

Ein absolutes Highlight ist der beheizte Infinity Pool mit Blick auf ein Wasserloch – das dazugehörige „Viewing -Deck“ ist traumhaft zum Entspannen, Cocktails genießen und einfach die Natur auf sich wirken zu lassen.
Leider wurde unser Erlebnis dort etwas getrübt: Trotz klarer Hinweisschilder zum Ruhebereich hielten sich einige Gäste nicht daran und verhielten sich sehr laut. Schade war, dass das Personal in dieser Situation nicht eingeschritten ist – gerade in einem Bereich, der zur Entspannung gedacht ist, wäre mehr Rücksicht wünschenswert gewesen.
Abgesehen davon ist die Anlage für ihre Größe wirklich hervorragend gestaltet – mit viel Atmosphäre und Komfort. Wir würden wiederkommen, hoffen aber auf etwas mehr Achtsamkeit im Ruhebereich.

Posted on 13/05/2025 by Booking.com

Location to gate of Kruger national park
Staff were polite and helpful
Rooms were good sized and comfortable
Good diverse food options

Posted on 21/05/2025 by Booking.com

Absolutely perfect location for access to the Kruger Park, setting and atmosphere created the African experience.

Posted on 20/05/2025 by Booking.com

Very good breakfast, I enjoyed it. Would like to have better variety of fruits, though

Posted on 20/05/2025 by Booking.com

Perfect location and suitable for the family

Posted on 15/05/2025 by Booking.com

Very friendly and helpful staff! Beautiful pool deck with the best pizza’s. Lovely buffet, both at brekkie and dinner. Handy location right by Paul Kruger Gate.

Posted on 13/05/2025 by Booking.com

Kruger Gate Hotel exceeded my expectations! Lovely staff, great ambiance, excellent breakfast and dinner! Our server, Given, was excellent the first night and recommended some good African Wine. Our first game drive ever was a great experience as our driver tried his best to find the Cats. Thepo|Thope was our server for my wife's birthday dinner, and he was phenomenal, along with the Chef and the crew. We experienced African hospitality! Will recommend Kruger Gate Hotel to friends and family and I hope to come back!

Posted on 13/05/2025 by Booking.com

Extreme hospitality in a beautiful setting. Everyone was kind and smiling. Great food. Clean spacious rooms. Adjacent to Kruger Gate

Posted on 20/05/2025 by Booking.com

De tudo. Desdo café da manhã, a piscina, o mini golf, os funcionários, até o jantar.

Posted on 20/05/2025 by Booking.com

Ein traumhaftes Hotel mit freundlichem und jederzeit hilfsbereitem Personal, top ausgestatteten Ferienhäusern und einem Abend- und Frühstücksbuffet mit einer großen Auswahl. Der Ausblick vom Pool auf den Krüger Nationalpark ist einzigartig und lässt einen täglich was Neues entdecken.
Wir haben 2 Privatsafaris mitgemacht und unsere Guides sind dabei stets auf unsere Wünsche eingegangen und haben es uns ermöglicht, die Big 5 zu sehen.
Es hätte für uns keinen besseren Abschluss unserer Südafrika-Reise geben können.

Posted on 18/05/2025 by Booking.com

We enjoyed the staff, the food, the amenities and the location.

Posted on 14/05/2025 by Booking.com

Sehr schöne, grüne und gepflegte Anlage, mit Blick auf den Sabie River und Krüger. Die Lage ist top, da man in weniger als 5Min im Park ist. Super freundliches und aufgestelltes Personal! Leckeres Essen! Gut geeignet auch für mit Kindern!

Posted on 18/05/2025 by Booking.com

Uitstekend

Posted on 17/05/2025 by Booking.com

Safari
Vue panoramique
Proximité porte

Posted on 17/05/2025 by Booking.com