Skukuza Rest Camp - Kruger National Park
Are you trying to decide which camp in Kruger National Park is the best? Skukuza Rest Camp is regarded by many guests as the greatest camp in Kruger Park. As diverse as the animals and flora that may be found within Skukuza Rest Camp and the surrounding area are, so too are the activities, attractions, and facilities. Skukuza Rest Camp is a great place to stay while hunting the Big Five and nearby birds.
Quick Facts
- Rating - 4 Stars
- Type - Rest Camp
- No. of rooms - 178+ Types Rooms (different types)
- Gates open - 05:30 - 06:00 (depending on month)
- Gates close - 17:30 - 18:30 (depending on month)
Skukuza Rest Camp - Gallery
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skukuza rest camp tented accommodation exterior
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Rates
| Room Type: | 20 Mar 2024 - 31 Oct 2025 | - | - | - | - |
| Safari Tent - Self-Catering | R892.00 per/unit | - | - | - | - |
| Room Type: | 30 Mar 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 | 1 Nov 2024 - 15 Jan 2025 | 16 Jan 2025 - 19 Mar 2025 | 20 Mar 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 | - |
| Bungalow 1 - Self-Catering | R1,702.00 per/unit | R1,797.00 per/unit | R1,607.00 per/unit | R1,797.00 per/unit | - |
| Room Type: | 1 Mar 2024 - 31 Oct 2024 | 1 Nov 2024 - 31 Oct 2025 | - | - | - |
| Bungalow 2 - Self-Catering | R1,860.00 per/unit | R1,964.00 per/unit | - | - | - |
| Bungalow 2 - Self-Catering | R1,934.00 per/unit | R2,046.00 per/unit | - | - | - |
| Bungalow 3 - Self-Catering | R2,082.00 per/unit | R2,199.00 per/unit | - | - | - |
| Riverside Bungalow - Self-Catering | R2,600.00 per/unit | R2,746.00 per/unit | - | - | - |
| Elsie Clarke Guest Cottage - Self-Catering | R3,330.00 per/unit | R3,516.00 per/unit | - | - | - |
| Moni Guest House - Self-Catering | R8,646.00 per/unit | R9,130.00 per/unit | - | - | - |
Skukuza Rest Camp - Wildlife Gallery
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blue wildebeest and calf nigel dennis
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Skukuza Rest Camp - Information
The name of the camp was changed in 1936 from Sabie Bridge, or just Reserve. The Tsonga name for James Stevenson-Hamilton, the park's first warden, is the inspiration behind the name of the Skukuza Rest Camp in Kruger National Park. When translated literally, it means "he who sweeps clean," alluding to his expulsion of the local population to create space for the Park.
Many fascinating artefacts can be found at the Stevenson-Hamilton Memorial Museum. One of the most well-known is the knife ranger Harry Wolhuter used to kill a lion by himself and escape certain death. Skukuza is the main administrative hub and rest camp in the Kruger National Park. It is located on the Sabie River's southern banks and is home to a variety of fascinating birds and amazing plant life.
Luxurious Riverside Bungalow Lodging
These opulent, more contemporary-styled bungalows are located along the river. This Kruger National Park lodging has air conditioning and TVs with a small selection of DSTV channels. Every bungalow has a double bed installed. There are two types of semi-luxury flats available for guests to select from: ones with a common kitchen and a view of the river, or ones without.
Cottage Accommodation for Families
Known as Waterkant 2, the family cottage is a component of the Waterkant Guesthouse complex. The cottage has four bedrooms and a fully functional kitchen. Each of the bedrooms has two single beds in it. There is a sitting area, a bathroom and a view of the river in the cottage.
Accommodations in Guest Cottages
At Skukuza Rest Camp, guest cottages are 15 x 4 or 6-bed apartments with fully functional kitchens and typically several bathrooms.
Accommodations in Guest Houses
Four well-located guest homes in Skukuza provide lodging for larger parties of up to 12 people. Each of the four air-conditioned bedrooms in the flats has two single beds and an attached bathroom with a bathtub, sink, shower and toilet. Toilet paper and towels are supplied.
Limited DSTV channels are available in the guest houses. While ABSA Guesthouse accommodates 12 visitors in 6 bedrooms, Moni, Nyathi, and Waterkant guest homes each sleep 8 people in 4 beds. The dining area, living room, kitchen, and balcony with braai (barbeque) equipment make up the recreation area. The stove, oven, refrigerator/freezer, sink, crockery and cutlery are all fully furnished in the kitchen.
Along this road, sightings of lions are common. Look for the Thick-tailed Bush Baby, which climbs trees to find gum, and the Fruit Bat, which resides beneath the shop's eaves at night.
Skukuza is a big, bustling camp, yet it has a great variety of birds. You may anticipate seeing kingfishers, green pigeons, purple-crested louries, flycatchers, and many other fascinating bird species on your safari in the Kruger National Park.
The drive to Lower Sabie, which traces the densely forested bank of the Sabie River and is home to Bushbuck, Leopard, and a few Nyala, is arguably the most gratifying game drive. On this safari through the Kruger National Park, observe the hippos relaxing in the river and the crocodiles basking on the sandbanks. Along this scenic path, lions can often be seen. The uncommon tree dassie, brown hyena, bushbuck, and bushpig can all be found in the coastal forest.
On a safari through the Kruger National Park, it is easy to spot all five of the Big Five in the area around Skukuza. Vervet and warthog monkeys live in the camp and can cause trouble if guests leave their belongings unattended. Fruit Bats, Genet, and Thick-tailed Bush Babies can all be observed in the camp at night. When on a safari in the Kruger National Park, the riverbank of the camp is an excellent location to search for buffalo and hippopotamus, particularly early in the morning. In the dry nama-karoo surrounding the Darlington Dam, one can find Gemsbok, Black Wildebeest, Springbok, Buffalo, and Black Rhinos. We'll introduce Cheetah and Wild Dog after this area is consolidated.
Skukuza Rest Camp - Video Review
Skukuza Rest Camp Reviews
Marie Macdonald
May 5, 2021
Hazyview - South Africa
Great Bush Experience!
This lodge is a must-visit, stunning pool area, the ground staff work hard to give customers the best service, Game drives are educational and the
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Great Bush Experience!
Marie Macdonald
May 5, 2021
Hazyview - South Africa
This lodge is a must-visit, stunning pool area, the ground staff work hard to give customers the best service, Game drives are educational and the best, we spotted all the big 5. Eddie and Michael are the best rangers. Food is super delicious.
Joel_Pratt
May 18, 2021
Dublin, Ireland
Awesome Experience!
Game guides are all world class. Their knowledge of the reserve adds incredible value to every visitor’s stay. All other members of the team are
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Awesome Experience!
Joel_Pratt
May 18, 2021
Dublin, Ireland
Game guides are all world class. Their knowledge of the reserve adds incredible value to every visitor’s stay. All other members of the team are welcoming and responsive. Food is delicious. Tents are spacious and include requisite amenities. Setting is iconic Africa. At the current price point, Honeyguide offers guests real value for money and memories that will last a lifetime.
Facilities
- A magnificent 9 hole (18-tee), Par 72 golf course
- Riverside walks, wilderness hikes and game drives
- Accommodation and lodging ranges from luxury to standard
- Information at Reception
- Public Telephone
- Post Box
- Public Telephone
- Bank
- Car Hire
- Car Wash
- Restaurant
- Delicatessen
- Shop
- AM Spa
- Auditorium and Conference Facilities
- Communal ablutions
- Communal kitchens
- 2 swimming pools in camp (for overnight residents only)
- Laundromat
- Filling Station
- Cutlery and Plates Hampers (from Reception)
- Basic First Aid Assistance
- TV and DSTV (limited channels) available in Luxury Units only
- Day Visitors Picnic (located 4km outside the camp) with own swimming pool
- Cellphone reception
- Skukuza Indigenous Nursery (located approximately 5km outside camp)