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Rest, relaxation and a reset – Why you need a Kruger safari this December

The one thing that is sure to give you the charge that powers you through the looming year-end is to book your December holiday now.

Work and life deadlines, pressures and responsibilities are starting to pile in now that we are in the last quarter. We know what’s up ahead too – the exhausting flurry of end-of-year work parties and social get-togethers. At this time of year, we are reminded of how hard it is to just get ourselves over the finish line.

But having something restorative and invigorating up ahead definitely shifts your focus and boosts your energy. Do you need to refresh yourself by getting out into nature? How long has it been since you were in the bush? Have you ever gone on a Kruger safari? Are you longing to leave behind the daily grind and experience something completely different? What do you need most to shore up your resilience?

Unplug and reconnect with nature – In an age of constant connectivity, finding a place to unplug and disconnect is a rare treasure. A Kruger safari with us offers just that – a chance to put the endless distractions of modern life in their proper place and immerse yourself instead in the sights and sounds of the African bush. You can wake to a chorus of birdsong, soak up our views across the Sabie River into the wilds, marvel at a family of Elephants having a happy mud bath – all from our Pool Bar & Viewing Deck. It’s in these moments of quietude that you can reconnect with nature, and with yourself.

Experience true relaxation – There’s something uniquely therapeutic about the rhythm of the wild. Waking up at dawn and setting off on our early morning game drive fills you with anticipation and instils a much-needed sense of calm and wonder. Afterward, lounging by our infinity pool with the Sabie River flowing by you will sink into a deeper level of relaxation than you have felt all year. Breathtaking scenery and luxurious comfort creates a setting where stress simply melts away.

Rejuvenate your mind and body – Nature has a remarkable way of restoring our mental and physical well-being. The Kruger National Park’s wide-open spaces and awesome wildlife encounters encourage deep breathing, helping to clear the mind and reduce anxiety. The Kruger Gate Hotel’s African Spa offers the perfect complement to this rejuvenation, with treatments designed to ease tension and promote relaxation.

Rediscover adventure and excitement – December is the perfect time for a safari, as the summer rains bring the bush to life. The landscape transforms into a lush, green wonderland, teeming with wildlife. Each game drive is a new adventure, filled with the excitement of discovering animals in their natural habitat. The thrill of spotting a Leopard lounging in a big tree or watching Impalas clashing horns reminds us of the wonders of the world and reignites our sense of adventure.

Make unforgettable memories – Whether you’re traveling solo, with a partner, family or friend group, a Kruger safari offers experiences that create lasting memories. The shared excitement of a Lion sighting, the joy of a sunset over the bushveld, and the laughter around a fire under the stars are moments that will stay with you long after you’ve left. December at the Kruger Gate Hotel is not just a holiday; it’s a time to create stories you will tell for years to come.

Start the New Year refreshed and recharged – Ending the year with a Kruger safari sets the stage for a fresh start in the New Year. The tranquillity and beauty of the Park provide the perfect backdrop for reflection, allowing you to reset your priorities and enter 2025 with renewed energy and clarity. It’s a chance to leave behind the stress of the past year and embrace the possibilities of the year ahead with a light heart and a calm mind.

We’re making it easy for you to rest, relax and reset this December with our limited time offer for early bookings:

YOU SAVE 10% FROM 5 TO 15 DECEMBER 2024 BY BOOKING BY 30 SEPTEMBER 2024.

Book directly through https://krugergatehotel.com/

Guest Reviews

Had a wonderful time at this hotel.Staff excellent. Food amazing. Accomodation was clean and comfortable. Will definitely come back.Thank you for making our holiday enjoyable.

Posted on 16/08/2026 by Agoda

I had a wonderful stay at the Kruger Gate Hotel. The room was very nice and very comfortable with a lot of storage. The breakfast was good and the dinner buffet outdoors was excellent with many different local dishes, and amazing ambience with the fire pits and the local singers as well as the hotel staff singing ‘happy birthday’ to guests. The game drives arranged though the hotel were amazing and we saw all the Big 5 and many of the other animals and birds as well. The spa was wonderful as well. The infinity pool and viewing deck are truly amazing. As the hotel borders the Kruger National Park, we were regularly visited by elephants, nyala, water buck, and some hippos as well as a croc could be seen. The truly amazing allure to this property, however, is the staff. I cannot say enough good things about everyone. Everyone made us feel welcome and well taken care of. Special requests were honored with diligence. I would definitely book this property again.

Posted on 22/08/2026 by Expedia.com

This has been such a special family holiday with the most memorable experiences. We’re blown away by the hospitality and overall atmosphere here. We are leaving with full hearts and so grateful! My eldest daughter said today was “the best day ever”, and we all felt that way!

Posted on 22/08/2026 by TripAdvisor

The food, accommodation, service and game drives were all amazing. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back!!

Posted on 18/08/2026 by TripAdvisor

After a week in lodges in remote areas, we really enjoyed our almost week-long stay at the Kruger Gate Hotel. While it\'s not a small safari lodge, it is a very nice hotel a short distance away from Kruger National Park. The hotel is also very beautiful architecturally.

For us, the Kruger Park was the best of both worlds - close to safari activities, but with the conveniences that a larger hotel has to offer. I have seen complaints in other reviews that it is a bit impersonal and packaged, but we did not feel that way at all. It is big - I think they told me there were 144 rooms - but the staff took great care of us during our stay.

Breakfasts and dinners are done buffet style. We thought the quality of the food was very good except for the desserts at dinner. Game drives arranged through the hotel were excellent. The hotel has some nice amenities, like a putt-putt course and tennis courts. We enjoyed our day at the spa, the highlight of which was getting up from my massage, looking out the window, and seeing an elephant maybe 30 meters away.

We would definitely stay here again.

Posted on 23/08/2026 by TripAdvisor

We just want to thank everyone for the magic experience that you provide to us. Everyone was so kind and helpfull, from the people that works in the reception, to the people works in the facilities and, specially, Gibson, our safari guide. He was awesome, we saw how hard he tried to find the animals that we wanted to see. Just want to say thank you to everybody!

Posted on 21/08/2026 by TripAdvisor

Our stay has been short but without a doubt it is a magical place and we will repeat for much longer I have no words the service and the people are incredible and it has been one of the best experiences seeing animals from the pool elephants etc thank you very much for the attention

Posted on 23/08/2026 by TripAdvisor

The Kruger Gate Hotel is the best! The hospitality and helpfulness of the staff is wonderful! Sarah simply solved a transfer problem in minutes and saved our safari! Sensational food and accommodation! Worth the investment! The location is wonderful, it\'s possible to spot animals like hippos and herds of elephants from the hotel pool!

Posted on 20/08/2026 by TripAdvisor

Super experience. Staff was welcoming and attentive. Food and drinks were delicious. Hotel design and setting were magical. I wish we would have booked more nights.

Posted on 17/08/2026 by TripAdvisor

Kruger Gate Hotel was the perfect place for our family reunion. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed by such warm, friendly and attentive staff who made us feel truly at home.
The attention to detail throughout our stay was exceptional, and every little touch made our family experience even more special. The natural beauty surrounding the hotel is simply breathtaking, creating a peaceful and unforgettable setting that perfectly complements the magic of the Kruger.
It was wonderful to have our family together in such a beautiful and welcoming environment. We left with wonderful memories that we will treasure for years to come.

Posted on 16/08/2026 by TripAdvisor

Absolutely incredible. Service was immaculate, atmosphere, environment, rooms, everything was outstanding.

Posted on 16/08/2026 by TripAdvisor

No le falta detalle, muuuy buen hotel.

Posted on 23/08/2026 by Booking.com

Everything was superb!

Posted on 22/08/2026 by Booking.com

Everything on high level! Comfortable and organized very good!

Posted on 21/08/2026 by Booking.com

Tout , le lieu les tentes et le cuisine ! Un grand bravo à la manager aux petits soins pour ses clients

Posted on 19/08/2026 by Booking.com

The hotel doesn’t feel or look like a hotel. It’s completely integrated into the scenery with big trees incorporated everywhere.

Posted on 27/08/2026 by Booking.com

Como viajante só tenho a agradecer toda equipe.
Gostei de tudo no Kruger Gate Hotel.
Atendimento impecável e todos sempre muito simpáticos. A localização do hotel é sensacional, aproveitamos muito a proximidade do gate para o Safari, além disso podemos apreciar vários animais passando em frente do hotel. Inclusive, tem uma familia de hippos que vivem bem ali, pertinho.
O quarto estava impecável, com todo cuidado necessário com os viajantes. Recebemos capsulas de cafés todos os dias. A área comum do hotel também estava sempre limpa.
A comida nós amamos, tudo delicioso e fresco. Algo que chamou muito atenção foi o cuidado em alterar alguns pratos no dia seguinte, para que não seja sempre o mesmo tipo de comida, adorei!

Posted on 25/08/2026 by Booking.com

What I liked about Kruger Gate Hotel was its beautiful location, relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff, delicious food, and the amazing wildlife experience.

Posted on 25/08/2026 by Booking.com

Lugar maravilhoso! Cheio de animais em frente ao hotel

Posted on 23/08/2026 by Booking.com

caro mas vale cade centavo
o café da manhã é excepcional, a vista da piscina é incrível e o quarto é muito espaçoso e confortável

tivemos um problema com nosso carro alugado e os funcionários foram extremamente solidários e nos ajudaram a chegar ao hotel em segurança tarde da noite

thanks Sara and Dzunisani!!!

Posted on 22/08/2026 by Booking.com

Absolument tout était parfait
Le buffet le soir incroyable d’une qualité folle et le petit déjeuner le matin juste parfait
Le personnel tellement gentils souriants vraiment
La vue depuis la piscine est à couper le souffle on dirait un tableau vivant c’est juste magnifique

La proximité avec la porte juste incroyable on est à 1 min top chrono de la kruger Gate ????

Je n’ai qu’une envie c’est d’y retourner

Merci mille fois pour ce séjour

Posted on 22/08/2026 by Booking.com

Posizione eccellente esattamente davanti una delle entrate migliori del kruger Park!
Struttura nuova..meravigliosa! Colazione e cena eccellenti! Pool bar con vista sul parco dove poter vedere gli animali a pochi metri mentre si fa il bagno o si beve un drink!
Abbiamo fatto un massaggio di coppia pazzesco!
Esperienza stupenda!
Personale sorridente gentile e sempre attento al benessere degli ospiti!

Posted on 18/08/2026 by Booking.com

Lage direkt am Krüger Nationalpark gelegen, man blickt vom Pool und den Terrassen auf den Park und das Krüger Gate, Tiere (u.a. Elefanten, Büffel, Flusspferde) kommen direkt bis an den Zaun, der Infinity Pool ist der Wahnsinn, ebenfalls die Frühstück- und Abendessenauswahl (Bedienung an verschiedenen Essenständen)

Posted on 24/08/2026 by Booking.com

La location è incredibilmente bella. Una vista sul Kruger con elefanti e altri animali ai piedi della piscina. La palestra non era un buco con pochi attrezzi, ma una vera mini palestra! Il cibo di qualità molto alta. La stanza una meraviglia. Ovviamente non si paga poco

Posted on 22/08/2026 by Booking.com

The buffets were the best I\'ve ever had and far exceeded any expectations. It was fun to see various animals around the property. The location is perfect for getting an early entry into the park. Everyone was very friendly and my family had a great time. Would definitely come back.

Posted on 17/08/2026 by Booking.com

Struttura molto bella di fronte all’entrata del Kruger, posizione top! Molto ben organizzati per fare i safari.
Alla sera c’era qualche spettacolo e falò in mezzo che creava un’atmosfera bellissima

Posted on 24/08/2026 by Booking.com