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Step into the wild in South Africa: protect wildlife, connect with nature, & explore

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Starting from US$ 1,928 US$ 1,528
15 days 5.0
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Overview

Getting muddy to protect rhinos? Yeah, totally worth it.

The strangers you meet here? They’ll probably be your best friends by Day 3.

Can you imagine seeing THIS in the middle of the day?

Safari by day, creating memories with new friends by sunset — this is how we chill after a wild morning.

Fall asleep to the sound of wildlife and wake up supporting its protection!

Chill time looks like this: pool, sunshine, and the sounds of the African savanna!

Explore the best that South Africa has to offer!

Watch the Big 5 with the knowledge that you're helping protect them.

This isn’t a zoo. It’s the real deal: wildlife, wide open spaces, and zero cages!

Learning how ecosystems work by living inside one.

Poolside vibes at Kruger Hostel hit different when zebras stroll by in the distance.

Pedal through the African savanna and feel the thrill of adventure with every turn.

Nothing bonds people like helping save the planet and playing together!

Chill time by the pool? Sign me in!

They roam wild, we stay respectful. This is what an ethical safari should look like!

Chill time by the hammocks? Yes please!

Conservation meets adventure — help protect wildlife while watching them roam free!

This is what your backyard will look like during the Epic Trip!

Wild animals, not tourist traps. Experience ethical safari the way it should be!

Long talks, starry skies, and a pool full of stories — memories made here hit different!

Enjoy amazing waterfalls with like-minded people!

Shared Dorm

Our common areas are perfect for relaxing, socializing, and connecting with fellow travelers.

Relax and connect with nature in our outdoor area, perfect for reading and downtime.

Spacious shared bathrooms equipped with everything you need to feel at home.

Spacious shared bathrooms equipped with everything you need to feel at home.

Enjoy comfort and practicality in our shared rooms with bunk beds – perfect for your group experience.

Our common areas are perfect for relaxing, socializing, and connecting with fellow travelers.

Lockers at the shared dorms for extra peace of mind!

Sleep comfortably and make new friends in our shared rooms with bunk beds.

Meals

Comfort in a bowl. This chickpea curry hit all the right spots!

Simple, hearty, and so satisfying. Pap and stew done right!

Started the day with a feast! Who else loves a good breakfast buffet?

Nothing beats a real braai. Good food, great vibes, and even better company!

About the project

Kruger Hostel: where your backyard is basically the South African savanna.

Explore all the amazing nature that Kruger National Park has to offer!

Nature meets comfort at Kruger Hostel — and somehow, it just works.

Between sunsets and safaris, Kruger Hostel gives you a front-row seat to it all.

About the destination

Johannesburg | 440km from the hostel

Book extra tours and support local businesses from the region!

The best memories are the ones we make together in the middle of the wild!

Help protect wildlife all day and make unforgettable memories at Kruger Hostel!

Impact & Purpose

Quiet moments in the wild have a way of turning into big realizations!

Witnessing wildlife up close while supporting ethical conservation efforts.

Helping protect nature while living your wildest travel dreams!

Come for the wildlife, stay for the friendships you never saw coming!

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