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South Africa

South Africa blends cosmopolitan cities, diverse cultures, and breathtaking landscapes with unforgettable Big Five safari experiences. From Cape Town to Kruger National Park, South Africa offers something for every traveler.

Our Top 8 Game Reserves in South Africa

When contemplating which South African safari package to book, there are countless options and combinations available. The best South African safaris will take you to Cape Town, Johannesburg and/or Durban before you head to one (or more!) of the top game reserves in South Africa. Lion World Travel can help you choose the perfect safari package to suit your personal travel preferences.

Kruger National Park

Steeped in legend and history, the iconic Kruger National Park invites you to explore its vast landscapes and spectacular wildlife for the ultimate safari experience. Read more...

Kapama Private Game Reserve

Dubbed an African Eden, Kapama Game Reserve offers a rich habitat home to more than 40 different mammal species and 350 bird species. Read more...

Shamwari Game Reserve

The Shamwari Private Game Reserve is in a malaria-free environment tucked away in the Eastern Cape where sightings of the Big Five are common, as well as cheetah and a wide variety of other animals and birds. Read more...

Sabi Sands Game Reserve

The 250 square mile private Sabi Sands Game Reserve is one of the best places to experience a safari in South Africa. Read more...

Thornybush Game Reserve

Thornybush Private Game Reserve is located adjacent to the Kruger National Park covering 24, 710 acres of some of the most magnificent bushveld that Africa has to offer. Read more...

Amakhosi Private Game Reserve

Found in Kwazulu-Natal on the banks of the Mkuze River, Amakhosi Private Game Reserve offers plenty of character and countless species of wildlife to get up close to with buffalo, lion, elephant, leopard and rhino resident to the reserve. Read more...

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

The Pilanesberg National Park, which covers 212 square miles, is the fourth largest Game Reserve in Southern Africa. Read more...

Madikwe Game Reserve

Traverse the vast open plains of grasslands, woodlands, rocky outcrops, and single mountains at Madikwe Game Reserve for an amazing South African Safari. Read more...

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