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Mark your calendars and get ready to fully experience the magic and the breathtaking beauty of South Africa’s national parks, as the 19th annual SA National Parks Week is just around the corner!  From September 9 to 13, all South Africans will have the chance to...

When you think of the Kruger National Park, images of majestic elephants, prowling lions, and grazing antelope likely come to mind.  But there's another side to this iconic destination that deserves just as much attention, and that is the incredible, and yet often...

South Africa's winter, which is roughly from May to September, coincides with the dry season in many popular safari destinations, including the Kruger National Park. When on a winter safari, you will be treated to clear skies, pleasant days, and incredible wildlife...

First-time travellers coming to Africa for a safari generally find that the moment they click on the web to find out more about what to expect from their tour, they are greeted by a huge selection of information, some of which is true but a lot of which is based on...

For globetrotters with Africa in mind, a Kruger Park safari is a quintessential experience.  But the Kruger's spectacular wildlife viewing and stunning landscapes also draw a sizeable crowd, especially during the peak winter season, which is now, in 2024, upon us. ...

Let's face it, with all of the talk of "luxury lodges" and "five-star experiences" that one sees in the media, it often sounds as though all safaris are nothing more than an indulgence reserved for the elite.  But at Royal Safaris we beg to differ!  The Kruger...

The Amazing Cheetah Cheetahs are amazing animals but are very difficult to see, but you can try to spot one while on a safari with us. The body of a cheetah is designed for speed. It has long legs in comparison to its greyhound-like body; it has a large heart and...

5 Spiders you can see in the Kruger Spiders can be found everywhere, but these spiders are commonly seen while on a safari with us. Baboon spider: Baboon Spiders appear to be huge and frightening, but they are actually very docile when left alone. Even when we are in...

The outcast of the Savannah Hyena’s are assumed to be the lowest ranking animal in the animal kingdom, therefor we see them as outcasts of the savannah. Every animal in nature has a specific place to which it belongs. They may associate with vultures and serve as part...

The Majestic Leopard Leopards are a part of the big cats with their golden, spotted bodies and elegant, however they have vicious hunting techniques. Leopards are commonly considered to be an African species, but they can be found all over the world. Despite their...