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Frequently Asked Questions about the Kruger Park

General Info

How do I get to Kruger Park?
Do I need to book accommodation in advance?
Why are the conservation fees for International Guests so much more expensive than for South African Residents?
Is Kruger Park safe to visit?
What is Kruger Park?

Health and Safety

Is it safe to drink the tap water in South Africa?
Are there medical facilities available in Kruger National Park?
What are some environmental concerns in South Africa?
Is it safe to drink the water in Kruger National Park?
Are there any safety concerns when driving in South Africa?

Mammals

Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?

Snakes

How many snakes are in Kruger National Park?
Can visitors handle or touch snakes in Kruger National Park?
What is the best way to avoid encountering a Boomslang in Kruger Park?
What should I do if I encounter a Boomslang in Kruger Park?
How does the Black Mamba hunt its prey?

History

What was Harry Wolhuter's contribution to the Kruger Park?
What was the significance of the Sabie Game Reserve in the creation of Kruger National Park?
What was the original purpose of Kruger National Park?
When was Kruger National Park established?
What was the role of James Stevenson-Hamilton in the history of Kruger National Park?

Flora

Are baobab trees endangered?
What is the fruit of the Buffalo Thorn Tree used for?
How is the Buffalo Thorn Tree bark used in traditional African medicine?
How long does a Jackalberry tree live?
What is the Jackalberry tree's role in the ecosystem?

Birds

What is the size of an African Fish Eagle?
Why are Southern Ground Hornbills endangered?
Where can African Fish Eagles be found?
How do African Fish Eagles hunt for fish?
What Birds can be found in the Kruger Park?

Insects

What do termites eat?
Can Golden orb spiders be kept as pets?
Are there any butterflies that are only found in the Kruger Park?
What is the role of termites in the ecosystem?
What type of spiders are found in the Kruger Park?

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Kruger Park Quiz

Animals in the Kruger Park

Lion
Impala
Giraffe
Hippo
Suni
Honey Badger
Hyena
Leopard
Pangolin
Serval
Bushbabies
Warthog
Cheetah
Baboon
Porcupine
Spotted Hyena
Brown Hyena
Aardvark
Blue Wildebeest
Eland
Kudu
Common Duiker
Klipspringer
Lichtenstein's Hartebeest
Mountain Reedbuck
Nyala
Oribi
Elephant