Our rates are inclusive of Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.

Team incentive trips – rewarding performance, fostering cohesion

It’s that time of year when business is thinking about how to reward their star performers and strengthen team cohesion. Team incentive trips are not the same as the standard year-end functions. 

Their purpose is to give a particular team a chance to get out of the office and connect in a completely fresh environment. November/December is perfect timing because you can celebrate the year’s milestones while setting the tone for what needs to be achieved in 2026. The best team incentive trips combine recognition, rejuvenation and a renewed focus on the big business goals.

Ideally situated right at the Paul Kruger Gate of the Kruger National Park, Kruger Gate Hotel is a popular incentive travel destination for South African organisations, so it is important to make your bookings early.

Our unique incentive team experience includes:

  • Immersive safari experiences – Private Big 5 game drives into South Africa’s most iconic wildlife reserve that offer teams unforgettable shared adventures in the wild.
  • Luxury and comfort – A range of elegant rooms and suites that blend modern conveniences with authentic safari style.
  • Private dining – A choice of private dining experiences under starlit skies that includes a secluded pod on our Viewing Deck and the spectacular River Boma for larger groups.
  • Cultural encounters – Local dance troupes and visits to nearby cultural villages bring your team in contact with the rich local heritage and different perspectives.
  • Rest and relaxation – From lounging on our Pool Deck overlooking the Sabie River to enjoying pampering, African-inspired treatments at our award-winning Spa, your team members will have plenty of opportunities to reset and reconnect to themselves and each other.
  • Focus on wellbeing – We know how important a healthy lifestyle is – that’s why our chefs use an abundance of fresh, locally produced ingredients and you’ll always find an alcohol-free drink option available on the menu. Our rooms are designed for a good night’s sleep, and the refurbished gym is perfect for keeping up with your exercise routine.

At Kruger Gate Hotel, our events team offers tailored experiences and attention to detail, so that you can relax about the logistics and focus instead on the company’s all-important goals and team dynamics.

Guest Reviews

Nice place

Posted on 20/04/2026 by Google

Amazing place to visit ❤️ ✨️

Posted on 20/04/2026 by Google

What an experience! Best time of my life. Made irreplaceable memories thanks to a wonderful facility.

Posted on 19/04/2026 by Google

Beautiful hotel situated along the Kruger park

Posted on 20/04/2026 by Google

We returned to Kruger Gate Hotel as a family (two adults, two children) for seven nights to celebrate two birthdays. Our second visit.

This is still our family favourite holiday location, even more so after a second visit.

I cannot imagine a much better place for a family holiday, couples getaway, or a solo traveller who wants to experience the highest quality and stress-free safari.

Some hopefully helpful details:

Location - directly on the edge of one of the best safari locations on earth, southern Kruger. You will see many of the \'big five\' from the hotel\'s pool area.

Staff/Atmosphere - everyone here is incredibly kind, helpful, and genuinely wants to make your stay as special as possible.

Safari - you MUST book game drives whilst you are here. We had four early morning private safaris, booked through the hotel, and one night safari booked directly with Kruger Park (they collect you from the Hotel).

Rooms - the rooms have recently been renovated and are very clean and comfortable. We had a family room which worked perfectly for four of us.

Food and drink - buffet breakfast and dinner are included in the room rate, both are excellent with lots of variety - South African themed with international alternatives too. Lunch and drinks are a la carte and are also excellent.

Value for money - just right. Everything here is high quality, but you can also enjoy yourself properly without having to worry too much about your bill at check out!

Cleanliness - perfect.

Noise level - you\'re surrounded by wildlife, so it\'s never silent (you wouldn\'t want it to be!), but it is definitely a very relaxing place to stay.

Some special mentions for some staff members:
 
EDGAR - we have been on safari many times, Edgar is the best guide we have ever experienced. We\'ve now had seven game drives with Edgar and every one has been spectacular. Ask for him when booking your safari.

MISHECK and ZENDA - nothing is too much trouble and they are lovely company if you want to learn more about life in this beautiful part of the world whilst enjoying some delicious poolside lunch or post-safari cocktails.

ALICK and NEO - wonderful dinner hosts in the open-air restaurant.

Overall, an amazing holiday destination.

Posted on 18/04/2026 by TripAdvisor

Nossa estadia foi simplesmente maravilhosa. Sem palavras para descrever o que vivemos no Kruger Gate. Tudo limpo, staff sensacionais, comida deliciosa. Decoração linda, vista de tirar o fôlego.

Posted on 25/04/2026 by Booking.com

Sauberkeit, Personal, Ausstattung, Freundlichkeit, Nähe zum Park.

Absolutes Highlight ist definitiv die Terrasse mit direktem i
Blick auf den Fluss und den KNP. Wir konnten beim Cocktail trinken Hippos und viele andere Tiere vorbeispazieren Sehen!

Posted on 25/04/2026 by Booking.com

Lovely stay, friendly staff, good food. A two nighter to de-stress.

Posted on 25/04/2026 by Booking.com

the location - the vibe - friendly helpful staff

Posted on 21/04/2026 by Booking.com

Hotel is perfect to visit Kruger park. It is located very close to the gate, the staff is amazing, food is very good and swimming pool area is prefect for kids and adults.

Posted on 17/04/2026 by Booking.com

クルーガー公園まで近く、またサファリツアーへの申し込みも簡単で良かったです。

Posted on 20/04/2026 by Booking.com

Amazing property and staff! Thanks so much Neo!

Posted on 18/04/2026 by Booking.com

Dit hotel is fantastisch qua ligging net aan de rand van het Krugerpark. De olifanten, buffels, zwijnen,.. komen tot aan de rand van het zwembad. Qua sfeer en gezelligheid is dit top! Vriendelijke mensen, uitstekende bediening. Een aanrader!

Posted on 18/04/2026 by Booking.com