Our Favourite Game Reserves in South Africa

Photo: Tanda Tula
Kruger National Park: One of the largest and most famous game reserves in Africa, Kruger National Park is home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo), as well as a wide variety of other animals and birds.

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Photo: Amakhosi Tented Camp
Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve: Located in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve is known for its conservation efforts to protect the endangered white rhino. It also offers a diverse range of wildlife, including elephants, lions, and giraffes.

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Photo: The Expedition Project
Addo Elephant National Park: Situated in the Eastern Cape, Addo Elephant National Park is known for its large elephant population and is the third largest national park in South Africa. It is also home to other wildlife such as lions, buffaloes, and various antelope species.

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Madikwe Game Reserve: Located in the North West province, Madikwe Game Reserve is one of the few reserves in South Africa that is malaria-free. It offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities, including the Big Five, and is known for its luxurious lodges.

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Photo: The Expedition Project
Pilanesberg Game Reserve: Another malaria-free reserve located in the North West province, Pilanesberg Game Reserve is home to a wide variety of animals, including the Big Five. It is also known for its scenic beauty, with a crater formed by an extinct volcano.

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Timbavati Game Reserve: Situated within the Greater Kruger National Park area, Timbavati Game Reserve is known for its private and exclusive game viewing experiences, including the famous white lions.

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Photo: Thornybush Game Reserve
Thornybush Game Reserve: Situated adjacent to Kruger National Park, Thornybush Game Reserve is known for its luxury lodges and excellent game viewing opportunities, including frequent sightings of the Big Five.

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Photo: Rhino River Lodge
Manyoni Private Reserve: Manyoni Private Game Reserve is a private game reserve located in the heart of Zululand in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is dedicated to conservation, community development, and sustainable tourism. Manyoni is home to a diverse range of wildlife species, including the Big Five (lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, and buffalo), as well as cheetahs, wild dogs, and over 400 bird species.

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