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Frequently Asked Questions about the Kruger Park

General Info

What is the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park (GLTP)?
How is the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park managed?
What is the best time to visit Kruger Park?
Will I have cell phone reception in Kruger National Park?
Why are the conservation fees for International Guests so much more expensive than for South African Residents?

Health and Safety

Should I be worried about Malaria in Kruger Park?
Are there any precautions I can take to prevent mosquito bites?
What are some common health risks in South Africa?
Are there any vaccinations required to visit South Africa?
What are some environmental concerns in South Africa?

Mammals

How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
When do hyaenas hunt?
How big can hippos get?

Snakes

How does the Black Mamba hunt its prey?
How many snakes are in Kruger National Park?
What is a Boomslang?
What should I do if I encounter a Black Mamba?
Are there any snake safety tips I should be aware of when visiting Kruger National Park?

History


When was Kruger National Park established?
Who was James Stevenson-Hamilton?
Who was Paul Kruger?
What is the The Masorini archaeological site?

Flora

When is the best time to see the flowers in Kruger National Park?
Are Buffalo Thorn Trees important to the ecosystem of the Kruger Park?
What are the uses of baobab trees?
What traditional medicine is made from the root of the marula tree?
How long does a Jackalberry tree live?

Birds

Where can African Fish Eagles be found?
What is an African Fish Eagle?
How big are ostriches?
Do ostriches fly?
How do you identify an African Fish Eagle?

Insects

Are there dangerous moths in the Kruger Park?
What is the role of Golden orb spiders in the ecosystem?
How big are termite mounds in Kruger Park?
What does the Golden orb spider eat?
What is the role of termites in the ecosystem?

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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