The term ‘Big Five’ refers to five of Africa’s greatest wild animals – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. Before humankind destroys their home or hunt them down to total extinction, we want to see these amazing creatures up close and personal.

Photo by: Fine Art America

But not so up close as witnessed by this video we found of someone’s trip to Kruger National Park. I’d be nervous!!

Things to Do: Kruger National Park

• Self-Drive Safari
• Morning / Sunset / Night Game Drive
• Guided Bush Walks
• Spot birds from a Bird Hide
• Try South African Braai (bbq)

Photo by: DestinationTravels999

And my only other must do in South Africa right now is to visit Victoria Falls (video and photos)

Reading Material

• African Safari Journal
• Lonely Planet: Africa
• Globetrotter Guide: Kruger National Park

Helpful Sites

• SANParks.org – South Africa National Parks