The 10 Kruger National Park camps with the BEST views

Kruger National Park is famous for its wildlife, but where you stay can be just as memorable.

Some camps overlook rivers, dams or valleys, while others offer elevated views across the surrounding bushveld. Here are 10 camps to consider if scenery is high on your list.

Views for days at these Kruger camps

Camp	What makes the view special
Olifants	Elevated views over the Olifants River
Lower Sabie	Sabie River and Lebombo Mountains
Letaba	Letaba River and surrounding bushveld
Mopani	Pioneer Dam and mopane-covered koppies
Skukuza	Sabie River and lush riverine vegetation
Berg-en-Dal	Rugged mountain landscape
Biyamiti	Mbiyamiti River and dense bush
Talamati	Open valley and surrounding grassland
Shimuwini	Letaba River and large riverine trees
Sirheni	Remote northern bushveld setting

1. Olifants

Olifants is probably the standout if dramatic scenery is what you’re after.

The camp sits on a hill high above the Olifants River, with lookout points overlooking the river and surrounding landscape. SANParks describes it as an “unforgettable window of Africa”.

2. Lower Sabie

Lower Sabie combines two classic Kruger views: a river in the foreground and the Lebombo Mountains beyond it. The camp sits directly on the Sabie River, making it particularly attractive for visitors who want to combine scenery with wildlife viewing.

3. Letaba

Letaba is positioned on a sweeping bend of the Letaba River. The river and surrounding greenery provide a striking contrast to the drier bushveld, while the area is also particularly good for elephant viewing.

4. Mopani

Mopani overlooks Pioneer Dam and is surrounded by mopane-covered koppies. The dam provides an additional attraction, with animals and waterbirds often gathering around the water.

5. Skukuza

Skukuza may be Kruger’s biggest and busiest camp, but its setting along the Sabie River gives it a particularly attractive side. Lush vegetation and tall trees line the river’s edge.

6. Berg-en-Dal

Berg-en-Dal is the choice for something different. SANParks describes it as the only camp set in a rugged mountain environment, with a landscape quite different from the river views at camps such as Lower Sabie and Olifants.

7. Biyamiti

For a quieter bush setting, Biyamiti is worth a look. The small bushveld camp sits on the banks of the Mbiyamiti River, surrounded by large wild fig and jackalberry trees.

8. Talamati

Talamati offers a different kind of scenery, with the camp positioned in a large open valley. The surrounding grassland attracts herds of grazing animals, while the open landscape also creates good opportunities for game viewing.

9. Shimuwini

Shimuwini is a good choice for visitors who like river scenery but want a quieter setting. The bushveld camp is associated with the Letaba River and its large riverine trees, including enormous baobabs.

10. Sirheni

Sirheni, in the north of Kruger National Park, is another option for a more secluded bush experience. It is one of Kruger’s smaller bushveld camps and is close to the Pafuri area, making it particularly appealing to visitors who want scenery, tranquillity and a different side of the park.