Safari Game Drive through South Africa’s Kruger National Park
The first explorers to push into the wilderness areas of what is now South Africa were often turned back by local tribe and it wasn-t until the 1830s that forward outposts were established. Soon after, hoards of Europeans came for the rumors of gold, ivory and skins and farmers sought the rich soils. There was a mass destruction of wildlife by the fortune seeking hunters and President Paul Kruger pleaded with the parliament to establish a game reserve in the lowveld to protect the threatened species.Confused? Here ‘s a little help . Thanks to this visionary, Kruger National Park is the largest in South Africa and one of the last bastions of African big game.
Today the park is replete with luxurious safari lodges, well appointed tent camps and ongoing tours on foot, horseback and by four wheel drive safari vehicles. The wildlife lives peacefully in its natural habitat and visitors are assured of being able to view herds of elephants, prides of lions, black and white rhinos, powerful cape buffalo and during evening forays, visitors may catch a glimpse of the elusive leopard. A trip to Kruger National park is a trip back in time to observe Africa as it was in a primal state.