Kruger National Park · Safari destination
Klaserie Private Nature Reserve
The Greater Kruger at its quietest.
One of the largest privately owned reserves in southern Africa, sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger. Big Five viewing across 60,000 hectares of pristine bush.
Klaserie Private Nature Reserve
60,000 unfenced hectares of the Greater Kruger
Klaserie Private Nature Reserve forms part of the Greater Kruger, sharing unfenced boundaries with the Kruger National Park. Spanning 60,000 hectares of pristine wilderness, it is one of the largest privately owned reserves in southern Africa. Animals roam freely between Klaserie, the Kruger and neighbouring Timbavati, creating a vast and connected ecosystem.
The reserve is renowned for its walking safaris, offering guests the chance to explore the African bush on foot with armed rangers. Vehicle density is notably lower than in the public Kruger or the better-known Sabi Sands, which means quieter sightings and a more intimate experience. All of the Big Five are present, along with cheetah, wild dog and over 400 bird species.
Klaserie sits between the Timbavati to the north and the Kruger's Orpen Gate to the east. Compared with Sabi Sands, Klaserie offers a wilder, less-trafficked feel at roughly half the nightly rate. Where Sabi Sands is best known for close-range leopard sightings, Klaserie's draw is its walking safaris, open landscapes and sense of true remoteness. Timbavati, its immediate neighbour, shares a similar character, though Klaserie's larger footprint tends to mean even fewer vehicles per sighting.
Common questions
Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, answered.
Read more about Klaserie Private Nature Reserve- Is Klaserie part of the Kruger National Park?
- Klaserie Private Nature Reserve shares unfenced boundaries with the Kruger, allowing animals to move freely between the two. It is privately owned and managed, which means smaller lodges, expert guides and far fewer vehicles than in the public Kruger sections.
- Which airport do I fly into for Klaserie?
- Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport (HDS) is the closest, roughly a one-hour flight from Johannesburg. Most lodges are a 30- to 60-minute drive from the airstrip. Self-driving from Johannesburg takes approximately 5.5 hours.
- Is Klaserie malaria-free?
- No. Klaserie lies within a malaria-risk area, as does the rest of the Greater Kruger. Prophylaxis is recommended, and your safari specialists can advise on the appropriate precautions before you travel.
- Can children go on safari in Klaserie?
- Several Klaserie lodges welcome families, including Africa on Foot Camp and Simbavati Waterside. Age policies vary by lodge, so speak with our safari specialists to find the best match for your family.
- What does a night in Klaserie cost?
- Nightly rates range from roughly ZAR 6,320 per person at walking-safari camps such as Africa on Foot to around ZAR 19,500 per person at the most luxurious properties. Rates are fully inclusive of meals, game drives and local beverages.
- How does Klaserie compare with Sabi Sands?
- Klaserie offers a wilder, less-trafficked safari at roughly half the nightly rate of Sabi Sands. Where Sabi Sands is best known for guaranteed close-range leopard sightings, Klaserie draws guests with its walking safaris, open landscapes and lower vehicle density. Both are Big Five reserves within the Greater Kruger ecosystem.
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Southern Africa's icons, shaped into one itinerary: Greater Kruger, Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta and Cape Town.
Where to stay
Lodges in Klaserie Private Nature Reserve.
11 lodges
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Lux Live availabilitySimbavati Waterside
Simbavati Waterside is one of the newest additions to the Simbavati luxury lodges situated in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve (just 30 minutes drive from Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport) in the Greater Kruger National Park in South Africa.
From R 16 670 per person · night
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Premium Live availabilityKlaserie Drift Misava Safari Camp
Set on prime land in the heart of the Greater Kruger National Park, Klaserie Drift Misava Safari Camp is a 5-Star Boutique African safari lodge offering luxurious five-star accommodation with all the modern amenities.
From R 13 750 per person · night
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Affordable Live availabilitynThambo Tree Camp
Discover the magic of a Kruger Safari at nThambo Tree Camp, where you’ll stay in distinctive treetop chalets nestled in the heart of the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. This Big Five reserve shares open boundaries with the iconic Kruger National Park, allowing wildlife to roam freely. The Klaserie is also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, offering a diverse array of fascinating bird species. To make the most of the incredible wildlife encounters, guests can enjoy two expertly guided safari drives each day.
From R 7 180 per person · night
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Affordable Live availabilityAfrica on Foot Camp
Located in the heart of the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, Africa on Foot offers guests the opportunity to experience a professional Big Five walking safari in the Kruger.
From R 6 320 per person · night
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Premium Live availabilityBaobab Ridge Private Lodge
Baobab Ridge is a small, family-run lodge in the unfenced Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, sharing open boundaries with Kruger National Park. Seven private suites sleep a maximum of 16 guests, with the option of exclusive-use bookings. Game drives in open vehicles deliver Big Five sightings across one of the Greater Kruger's most productive traversing areas.
From R 10 840 per person · night
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Premium Live availabilitySimbavati Camp George
Simbavati Camp George is one of the best camps in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park in South Africa.
From R 13 500 per person · night
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Premium Live availabilitySenalala Safari Lodge
Senalala sits deep in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, a wild, unfenced corner of the Greater Kruger where the Big Five roam freely. It is a small owner-run lodge that trades polish for personality, with hands-on hosting, open-vehicle game drives and a quiet, bush-first rhythm that suits guests who want the reserve to do the talking.
From R 10 490 per person · night
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Ultra Live availabilityLast Word Kitara
The Last Word Kitara, is a 5-star luxury lodge with an exclusive location on the banks of the beautiful Klaserie River in the Greater Kruger.
From R 19 500 per person · night
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January
Green tracking, morning walks early
Best time to visit
The quiet year.
The Klaserie's walking-first character deepens with the seasons: winter for tracking, summer for life.
Klaserie Private Nature Reserve
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When
The dry winter months from May through September are the best time for a safari in Klaserie. Vegetation thins, waterholes become gathering points for large herds, and game viewing is superb. Days are warm and clear, though nights and early-morning drives can be cold. The green season from October to April brings lush landscapes, migrant bird species, newborn animals and dramatic afternoon thunderstorms. Klaserie is a rewarding destination year-round.
Where
Klaserie Private Nature Reserve lies in Limpopo, in the heart of the Greater Kruger. The nearest airport is Hoedspruit Eastgate (IATA: HDS), roughly a one-hour flight from Johannesburg, with most lodges a 30- to 60-minute road transfer from the airstrip. By road, the reserve is approximately 5.5 hours from Johannesburg via the R40. Lodges arrange all transfers, and many guests combine Klaserie with a night or two in the Kruger itself or a visit to the Panorama Route and Blyde River Canyon.
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"Lindi Weeks has been assisting us in planning a 4 day safari in the Klaserie Game Reserve. She has been so amazing, assisting us so beautifully with all the decisions to be made. She fell ill with tonsilitis and not even this stopped her from taking calls to answer all our silly questions, even after hours!! We thank you, Lindi and appreciate you. Onika Ame…"
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