Half-Day Kruger Safari from Hoedspruit

Half-Day Safari Overview

Our Half-Day Kruger Safari is perfect for travelers with limited time or those who want to combine a safari with other activities. Despite the shorter duration, you'll experience prime wildlife viewing during the most active times of day—early morning or late afternoon.

Choose between a morning safari (departing around 05:00-05:30) or an afternoon safari (departing around 14:00-14:30). Both options offer excellent opportunities to see elephants, lions, buffalo, and other Kruger wildlife, with experienced guides who know exactly where to find the action.

Morning Safari (Recommended)

05:00-05:30: Pickup from your Hoedspruit accommodation
06:00: Enter Kruger National Park (Orpen or Phalaborwa Gate)
06:00-10:00: Morning game drive during peak wildlife activity
10:30: Return to Hoedspruit

Morning safaris offer cooler temperatures, active predators, and excellent photography light.

Afternoon Safari

14:00-14:30: Pickup from accommodation
15:00: Enter Kruger National Park
15:00-18:00: Afternoon game drive as temperatures cool
18:30: Return to Hoedspruit (after sunset)

Afternoon drives offer beautiful golden hour light and animals becoming active as day cools.