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The Curated Kruger Collection

Six elite private concession lodges inside Kruger National Park — handpicked by our specialists for guests who want exclusivity, off-road game driving, and total seclusion from the public park.

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The Inside-the-Park Elite
Six extraordinary lodges on private concessions within the Kruger National Park — no public traffic, off-road driving permitted, and exclusive traversing rights.
Singita Lebombo Lodge Contemporary Luxury The Ultra-Luxury Icon

Singita Lebombo Lodge

  • Suspended glass-walled suites above the Nwanetsi River
  • 15 loft-style cliffside suites with panoramic views
  • Exclusive 37,000-acre concession
  • All meals & all beverages included
  • 2 daily game drives & walking safaris
Specialist Note: Our top choice for elite design and total seclusion.
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Kruger Shalati Train on the Bridge Iconic Architecture Most Unique Architecture

Kruger Shalati — The Train on the Bridge

  • Luxury rooms inside a restored steam train on the Selati Bridge
  • Private suites with infinite river & bush views
  • All meals, afternoon tea & local beverages
  • 2 game drive safaris daily
  • All taxes / VAT included
Specialist Note: The most visually stunning and sought-after stay in the park.
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Lukimbi Safari Lodge Southern Kruger · Family Big 5 Specialist

Lukimbi Safari Lodge

  • 37,000 acres of private southern Kruger wilderness
  • High-frequency Big 5 sightings in exclusive concession
  • All meals, teas & coffees included
  • 2 game drives daily in open Land Rovers
  • Spacious suites with private viewing decks
Specialist Note: High-frequency sightings and a trusted favourite for luxury families.
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Imbali Safari Lodge Central Kruger · Off-Road Private Plunge Pools

Imbali Safari Lodge

  • Remote central Kruger suites overlooking the N'waswitsontso River
  • 25,000-acre Big 5 private concession inside Kruger
  • Private plunge pools & viewing decks
  • All meals & selected beverages included
  • Twice-daily game drives — off-road permitted
Specialist Note: Best for travellers seeking deep wilderness and private decks.
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Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge Boutique · Tsonga-Inspired Cultural Heritage

Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge

  • Intimate traditional-style luxury in a private central concession
  • Unique circular Tsonga-inspired design
  • All meals, afternoon tea & local beverages
  • 2 safari activities daily
  • 3-course dinner under the stars
Specialist Note: A unique, circular Tsonga-inspired design for a boutique feel.
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Jock Safari Lodge Heritage · Pioneer Concession The Original Legend

Jock Safari Lodge

  • Explorer-era charm in the park's first private concession
  • 15,000-acre exclusive concession in southern Kruger
  • Masterful guiding and deep-rooted safari heritage
  • All meals & selected beverages included
  • Twice-daily game drives & guided bush walks
Specialist Note: Masterful guiding and deep-rooted safari heritage.
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All-Inclusive Kruger Concession Packages
Handcrafted packages with roundtrip flights, transfers, luxury concession accommodation, meals, beverages, and daily game drives. Now including Kruger & Cape Town and Kruger & Victoria Falls combos.
7-Day Iconic Kruger & Cape Town7 Day ComboKruger & Cape Town

7-Day Iconic Kruger & Cape Town

  • Imbali Safari Lodge: 3 nights in 5-star in Kruger National Park
  • All meals & local brand beverages — 2 game drives daily
  • The Cape Milner Boutique Hotel: 3 nights in 4-star in Cape Town
  • Daily breakfast in Cape Town & all transfers included
  • Flights: OR Tambo (JNB) → Hoedspruit (HDS) → Cape Town (CPT)
7-Day Kruger Park & Vic Falls Combo7 Day ComboKruger & Vic Falls

7-Day Kruger Park & Vic Falls Combo

  • Kruger Shalati: 3 nights in 5-star train suites in Kruger National Park
  • 2 game drives daily in open Land Rovers
  • Wallow Lodge: 3 nights in 4-star at Victoria Falls
  • Full-day Chobe National Park trip, guided Vic Falls tour & sundowner cruise
  • All flights: JNB → Skukuza → Vic Falls → JNB & all transfers
5-Day Singita Kruger Park Promotion5 Day SafariThe Premier Choice

5-Day Singita Kruger Park Promotion

  • 4 nights at 5-star Singita Lebombo Lodge in Kruger
  • All meals & beverages (including premium wines & spirits)
  • 2 daily game drives & walking safaris
  • Round-trip flights: Cape Town (CPT) / OR Tambo (JNB) → Skukuza (SZK)
  • Book 4 nights & receive 1 complimentary night
3-Day Kruger Shalati Safari3 Day SafariIdeal Short Stay

3-Day Unrivalled Views of the Kruger & Sabie River Safari

  • Focused on the Kruger Shalati "Train on the Bridge" experience
  • 2 nights at 5-star Kruger Shalati
  • All meals, afternoon tea & local beverages
  • 2 game drive safaris daily
  • Round-trip flights: OR Tambo (JNB) → Skukuza (SZK)
4-Day Imbali Fly-In Safari4 Day Fly-In SafariSave 11 Hours Travel

4-Day All-Inclusive Fly-In to Kruger's Imbali Lodge

  • Skip the park gates and fly directly to the private Mluwati airstrip
  • 3 nights at 5-star Imbali Safari Lodge
  • All meals & local brand beverages
  • 2 safari activities daily — off-road driving permitted
  • Round-trip flights: OR Tambo (JNB) → Hoedspruit (HDS)
4-Day Hoyo Hoyo Safari4 Day SafariBest Overall Value

4-Day All-Inclusive Kruger Safari with Hoyo Hoyo

  • Immersive Big 5 viewing within a private concession
  • 3 nights at 5-star Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge
  • All meals, afternoon tea & local beverages
  • 2 safari activities daily & dinner under the stars
  • Round-trip flights: OR Tambo (JNB) → Hoedspruit (HDS)
5-Day Luxury Kruger Concession Safari5 Day SafariExpert's Recommendation

5-Day Luxury Kruger Park Concession Safari

  • Extended stay for maximum wildlife exposure and off-road viewing
  • Lukimbi Safari Lodge: 2 nights in southern Kruger
  • Idube Safari Lodge: 2 nights in Sabi Sands
  • All meals, teas, coffees & high tea at both lodges
  • Round-trip flights from OR Tambo Airport (JNB)
3-Day Kruger Park Lukimbi Fly-In Safari3 Day Fly-In SafariQuick Kruger Escape

3-Day Kruger Park Lukimbi Fly-In Safari

  • Fly in for a short but immersive Big 5 concession experience
  • 2 nights at 5-star Lukimbi Safari Lodge, Kruger National Park
  • Three full meals per day, all teas & coffees
  • 2 game drives daily in open Land Rovers & a safari walk
  • Round-trip flights: OR Tambo (JNB) → Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP)
Kruger National Park

Exclusivity Inside Nearly 5 Million Acres of Wilderness

Private concessions inside Kruger National Park offer what the public park cannot's oldest and most celebrated game reserves — a place where mornings begin with birdsong and vast stretches of bushveld unfold in every direction.

These six lodges represent the finest private experiences within the park — boundaries, each vetted and recommended by our team of 25 Safari Specialists.

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Exclusive Traversing Rights

Each concession lodge operates on private land within Kruger — no public vehicles, no queuing at sightings, and the freedom to drive off-road for closer encounters.

Year-Round Big 5 Viewing

Dry winters (May–Sep) bring animals to waterholes. Lush summers (Oct–Apr) offer newborn wildlife. Private concessions deliver exceptional sightings in every season.

Specialist-Curated Only

Whether it's a luxury fly-in honeymoon, a multi-generational family adventure, or a solo bucket-list trip — Kruger delivers transformative moments that stay with you forever.

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