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Leopard hidden in dry grass, watching from the brush
By Stones Safaris • October 29, 2026
Compare full-day and overnight Kruger safaris from Hoedspruit with Stones Safaris. Find out about guiding, pickup, conservation fees and booking.
A stones safari game viewer is parked in a dirt field with elephants in the background.
By Stones Safaris • October 16, 2026
Book a game drive in Hoedspruit with Stones Safaris. Explore guided Big Five, sunrise, sunset and private safari options in the Greater Kruger region.
Dinner table set outdoors at dusk, with candles and drinks under a silhouetted tree.
October 5, 2026
Explore 7 wildlife and nature experiences in Hoedspruit and Greater Kruger, from walking safaris and Kruger drives to sleepouts and birding.
Three people in hats overlook a dry savanna with scattered trees under a cloudy sky.
October 2, 2026
Explore things to do in Greater Kruger, from guided Kruger safaris and walking experiences to the Panorama Route, bush braais and sleepouts.
Wide green valley between rocky cliffs under a clear blue sky, with distant mountains on the horizon
September 25, 2026
Plan a South Africa safari itinerary combining Kruger with the Panorama Route, Cape Town, Garden Route, coast and wider Southern Africa
Calm river beside a rocky, dry shoreline under a clear blue sky
September 16, 2026
Planning a Greater Kruger safari? See how the first rains change wildlife viewing, birdlife, landscapes and safari planning in Kruger.
Two people seated in an open safari vehicle, looking out over a dry savanna landscape.
September 9, 2026
Is September a good time for a Kruger safari? Learn about wildlife viewing, dry-season conditions, planning and what to expect in Kruger.
September 2, 2026
Plan the perfect Kruger safari itinerary with guidance on how many days to stay, where to base yourself, what experiences to include
Person photographing an elephant in a grassy savanna with trees under a cloudy sky
August 28, 2026
Discover what to expect in Greater Kruger, from wildlife viewing and seasonal changes to itinerary planning and safari experiences.
Hands gently holding a tiny green sprout outdoors
August 24, 2026
Discover the best time to visit Kruger National Park, compare safari seasons, wildlife viewing and green season travel, and plan the right Kruger safari.
Calm lake with mountain cliffs, blue sky, and a small dock on the left shoreline
July 31, 2026
Wondering what to do in Hoedspruit after safari? Discover Blyde River Canyon, the Panorama Route, conservation centres, markets, food and relaxed bush days
Herd of elephants walking on a dry, dusty landscape with sparse vegetation, led uphill towards trees.
By Stones Safaris • July 28, 2026
When you think of a safari in Kruger, the first image that comes to mind might be a game drive, spotting the Big Five from the comfort of a vehicle.
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