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Why Kruger National
Park?
• Experience something different
• International conferencing standards
• A naturally beautiful working environment
• The luxury of a “captive audience”
• Fewer distractions
• Great team-bonding experiences
• Conferencing within the Kruger gives us the opportunity to
show off one of our greatest South African assets to
international visitors
Loved by locals and internationals alike “The Kruger” is an
icon of South Africa which protects over 2 million hectares
(20 000 square kilometres) of pristine bushveld. It is one
of the best places in Africa to view wildlife in its natural
state. The Park’s shear size makes it one of the last great
wilderness areas in Southern Africa; its immense diversity
of fauna and flora makes it one of the most important
conservation areas left on the planet today.
With a rich cultural and environmental history, it is not
only a potential world heritage site, it is also a keeper of
Southern African myths and legends. Over thousands of years
people have lived in what is now known as the Kruger Park.
Not much has changed to the Park’s charm over the many years
since its inception in 1926. It has, however, embraced the
need to keep with the times and this has created a combined
level of accessibility and comfort found nowhere else in
Africa. It continues to gain popularity with international
visitors who come from far and wide to witness its authentic
character and to marvel at the variety of wildlife found
here.
All in all there are over 500 bird species, 147 species of
mammals, and just less than 2 000 plant species recorded.
Not to mention the 114 species of reptiles recorded here. In
short, the diversity of mammals is greater than in any other
African game reserve and includes the notorious “Big Five”
(Buffalo, Lion, Elephant, Rhino and the ever elusive
Leopard).
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Bush Walks
For the adventurous but not necessarily the super fit.
Walking in the African bush is a memorable experience. It is
a chance to feel closer to nature, unchanged for millions of
years. You may not always see as much as when on a game
drive, but this is the time when one learns more about the
smaller animals, insects and their environments. You never
know what you might bump into – as most of the walking
safaris take place in big game areas! This is why the group
is escorted by a professional guide who carries a rifle just
in case. If you walk quietly and listen to your guide you
will love this experience and learn much along the way.
Walks are usually done in the morning before it gets too hot
and will go at the pace of the slowest walker in the group.
Being based inside the National Park, means that a lot of
the activities will take advantage of the scenic beauty and
amazing wildlife that exists here. In my opinion, there
really is nothing better than heading out on an afternoon
game drive or bushwalk after the day’s work is over.
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Game Drives
Get to know your colleagues better while spotting game in
your open
10- or 20-seater 4x4 vehicles. Then share in your stories
around a
camp fire afterwards.
Drives are conducted in open 4x4 vehicles with knowledgeable
guides who will help you discover the magic of the bush and
its wildlife. Morning drives head out early before
breakfast, but you’ll have tea, coffee and “rusks” first - a
wonderful way to start the day as the sun rises and you
explore what was going on in the animal kingdom during the
night. Morning drives get back in time for breakfast and
will leave you ready to start your day!
Evening drives are a little different. They are also
conducted in open 4x4s but what is special is that they are
able to stay out after dark. This means you get to share
your stories with colleagues as the sun goes down and then
continue on your drive with the use of spotlights. A chance
to try and spot nocturnal animals and maybe even one of the
big cats that sometimes walk on the roads when the rest of
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Camps
& Accommodation
Camps can accommodate from 10 to 300 delegates or more.
We will select a camp that suits your group and will
maximize exclusivity and privacy
The Park has camps that vary in size and in facilities on
offer. We work with a number of camps that all have good
quality conference facilities and equipment. Contact us for
info on the camps and we will recommend accommodation
options to suit your needs.
The camps we use are ideal because it’s possible for
delegates and guests to walk inside the fenced area safely
on their own. This means that you can stretch your legs
between sessions and maybe even take a stroll around the
camp perimeter at the end of a long day.
We utilise camps within the boundaries of the Park and
ensure a level of service that is inline with international
standards.
Each of the main camps has a swimming pool – this will be
especially appreciated in the hot summer months.
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