Best Game Reserves in South Africa

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Renowned for its Big Five sightings consisting of elephant, lion, buffalo, cheetah, and rhinoceros, game reserves are the perfect setting to view all five and more.

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Reserves have accommodation situated on-site for an intimate experience with nature. A handful of prominent game reserves and parks are discussed below in no particular order.

Addo Elephant Park

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Amakhala Game Reserve

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Kragga Kamma Game Park

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Lalibela Game Reserve

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Kruger National Park

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