Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor) in Kruger National Park, Kruger National Park: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
Animals and wildlife in Kruger National Park, Kruger National Park
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South Africa’s flagship safari destination, with the Big Five, excellent self-drive game viewing, and family-friendly rest camps.
What is Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor)?
Kruger National Park is South Africa’s largest and most famous wildlife park, covering nearly 20,000 square kilometres along the Mozambique border. It is a self-drive safari paradise, with a network of tar and gravel roads, waterholes, and rest camps. Families can spot the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino) and a huge variety of other wildlife. The southern section of the park is the most accessible for day visitors from Nelspruit and Hazyview, with excellent game viewing and facilities.
Kruger National Park is a world-renowned conservation area protecting a vast array of wildlife and ecosystems.
Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor) ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child (2-11) | Under 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya / East African resident | ZAR 134 | ZAR 67 | Free |
| Non-resident | ZAR 602 | ZAR 300 | Free |
SA residents: Adults R134, Children (2-11) R67. International visitors: Adults R602, Children R300. Children under 2 free. Day visitors may need to pre-book during festive season. Confirm current rates and gate times.
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Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Okay | Long drives can be challenging, but rest camps offer breaks. |
| 3-5 years | Good | The animals are exciting from the car. |
| 6-9 years | Great | A real safari adventure. |
| 10-12 years | Great | Rewarding for patient wildlife spotters. |
| 13+ years | Great | The full Kruger experience. |
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Key details
- Address
- Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park
- Opening hours
- Daily, gate times vary by season (approx. 5:30am–6:30pm) Open now
- How long to plan
- Full day
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Self-drive or book guided drives
- Payment accepted
- Card
- Cash (SA Rand)
- Phone
- +27 13 735 4000
What to expect when you visit
Enter at a southern gate (e.g., Malelane or Numbi) and self-drive the network of roads. Stop at waterholes and rest camps. Allow a full day. Day visitors may need to pre-book during peak periods.
What if...?
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Can we self-drive?
Yes, Kruger is a self-drive park.
Will we see the Big Five?
Sightings are never guaranteed, but the southern section is excellent for wildlife.
Do we need to book?
Day visitors may need to pre-book during peak periods.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Toddler suitability
- Okay for toddlers
- Minimum age
- No minimum age
- Facilities
- Toilets
- Baby changing
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Fuel station
- Access and parking
- Wheelchair accessible (partial)
- Free parking
- Safety notes
Stay in the vehicle except at designated viewpoints and follow all park rules.
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Guided game drives, bush walks (booked at camps)
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Blyde River Canyon
- Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre
- Sudwala Caves
- What to bring
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Sun hat
- Plenty of water
- Warm jacket for early mornings
Accessibility deep dive
Here is what to expect on the ground.
Some rest camps and viewpoints are accessible.
Available at rest camps.
Free on-site parking at gates and camps.
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Resident family of 4 estimate (SA residents): ~R402 (2 adults, 2 children)
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor)?
- Kenya and East African resident adults pay ZAR 134 and resident children (ages 2-11) pay ZAR 67. Non-resident adults pay ZAR 602 and non-resident children pay ZAR 300. Children under 2 enter free. SA residents: Adults R134, Children (2-11) R67. International visitors: Adults R602, Children R300. Children under 2 free. Day visitors may need to pre-book during festive season. Confirm current rates and gate times.
- What are the Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor) opening hours?
- Daily, gate times vary by season (approx. 5:30am–6:30pm).
- Is Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor) suitable for toddlers and young children?
- Minimum age: No minimum age. Baby changing facilities are available. Stay in the vehicle except at designated viewpoints and follow all park rules.
- How long do you need at Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor)?
- Plan for Full day.
- What payment methods does Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor) accept?
- Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor) accepts Card, Cash (SA Rand). It does not accept cash.
- Is Kruger National Park (Family Day Visitor) accessible, and is there parking?
- Access and parking: Wheelchair accessible (partial), Free parking.
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