Skukuza
Fringing the awesome Sabie River in the Kruger National Park, find Skukuza, the administrative capital of the park, teeming with wildlife. The riverine is punctuated with mystical sycamore fig trees, jackalberry and Natal mahogany trees providing glades of shade where you will find delightful forms of accommodation, ranging from campsites to guest houses that are bubbles of luxurious comfort snuggled in the thick of the African bush. Wake up to a breath-takingly beautiful sunrise, enjoying the fresh tones of the day as you enjoy your morning coffee or even a sumptuous breakfast enjoyed amidst a grove of Natal mahogany trees.
In the early morning, jump into your open-sided landrover with an armed game ranger who takes you through one of the most beautiful nature scenes in the world: the grand stage where African beasts play out the grand theatre of your African safari. This powerful performance includes an all-star cast line up, with the lead-roles going to the Big Five. At Skukuza, your chance of seeing the Big Five is intensified many times over. Consider that Skukuza plays home to an estimated 1 500 lions, 12 000 elephants, 2 500 buffalo, 1 000 leopards and 5 000 rhino. However, not only the stars get a mention. The fruit bat, thick-tailed bush baby, warthog, spotted hyaena and purple-crested lourie are among the outstanding extras. At night, make the most of campfires; learn the ancient African lore of the land, with the African dome above proving a most beautiful companion to your African nights. Listen to the awesome power of the bush at night; the hyaena's call and the cicads hold secret conferences behind your bungalow.
