{"id":9360,"date":"2018-12-28T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-12-27T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kurtsafari.com\/the-accommodation-to-expect-when-staying-in-the-kruger\/"},"modified":"2025-06-29T17:29:58","modified_gmt":"2025-06-29T15:29:58","slug":"the-accommodation-to-expect-when-staying-in-the-kruger","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kurtsafari.com\/uk\/kruger-park-safaris\/accommodation-when-staying-in-the-kruger\/","title":{"rendered":"The Accommodation to Expect when Staying in the Kruger"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>For the last 100 years or so, the Kruger has been inviting guests to spend their days and nights in the park. Over the years, the accommodation has changed, been revamped and been added to.<\/h2>\n<p>There are several different options when it comes to accommodation in the Kruger National Park.\u00a0 There are very luxurious places to stay, there are also simple structures and for the wild at heart, there is camping.\u00a0 Not every camp has every type\u00a0of accommodation available, so when planning your stay, it is very important to do your research in order to find out which camp has what.<\/p>\n<p>It is also good to note that all accommodation, provided by the Kruger that is, is serviced by the Kruger National Park&#8217;s own cleaning staff.\u00a0 The ablution and kitchen facilities in the camps are also cleaned daily.\u00a0 With the exception of private camping, all bedding is supplied by the Kruger.\u00a0 When making a booking, ask whether the accommodation also has cooking utensils and a refrigerator.\u00a0 Most of the accommodation does, but its best to make sure.<\/p>\n<h3>Now about that Kruger accommodation&#8230;<\/h3>\n<h3>Rustic Camping<\/h3>\n<p>Camping sites in the Kruger National Park cater for both caravans or tents.\u00a0 With the exception of Balule and Punda Maria, all camping sites have power points.\u00a0 Some of the rest camp camping sites also have designated boundaries and some even have their own water taps.\u00a0 All camping sites have a fully functional shared kitchen and shared ablution facilities, both of which are cleaned daily by Kruger National Park staff.<\/p>\n<h3>The Classic Hut<\/h3>\n<p>Hut refers to a simple round structure, consisting of a single room with a bed. Those staying in any of the parks more basic huts will have to share the kitchen and ablution facilities. There are fancier huts available and some have more bedrooms than others.<\/p>\n<h3>Comfortable Safari Tents<\/h3>\n<p>Safari tents are available in two different options.\u00a0 It would be in your best interest to know which one you are booking ahead of time so that you know what you might need to take with you.\u00a0 Both kinds of safari tents are canvas tents, secured on a permanent platform.\u00a0 Some of these tents are more luxurious and fully equipped and with others, you will have to make use of the communal ablutions and kitchen facilities.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kurtsafari.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Gallery_0008_Umbhaba-Eco-lodge-12.webp\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Homely Bungalows<\/h3>\n<p>There are several different styles of bungalows, from the rather basic single bedroom units that also have a bathroom (but you have to make use of the communal kitchen) to a little more luxurious unit which has a little kitchenette and basic kitchen utensils.\u00a0 It\u2019s a good idea to find out ahead of time what to expect from the bungalow you have booked.<\/p>\n<h3>Quiet Cottages<\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to cottages, there are three different varieties to choose from. The simplest of the cottages consists of a single bedroom unit.\u00a0 This cottage also has its own bathroom, living room and kitchen. For those looking for more space, there are those cottages with more than one bedroom.<\/p>\n<h3>Family Cottage<\/h3>\n<p>The family cottage is larger than the generic cottage and consists of a living room, bathroom and kitchen.\u00a0 Family cottages also have multiple bedrooms.<\/p>\n<h3>Guest Cottage<\/h3>\n<p>Guest cottages are more spacious than the family cottage.\u00a0 The master bedroom normally has an en-suite bathroom, multiple bedrooms and a second bathroom.\u00a0 Guest cottages also have a living room and fully equipped kitchen.<\/p>\n<h3>Guest House<\/h3>\n<p>Guest houses are a home from home.\u00a0 These multiple bedroom units come with multiple bathrooms, a proper sized lounge area, a kitchen that is fully equipped and with a bar facility and\/or exclusive view.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kurtsafari.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cheetah-Kruger-Park-safari.jpeg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Not keen on spending a night in the Kruger? Why not book one of our exciting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kurtsafari.com\/uk\/\">Kruger Park safaris<\/a> and travel the park in style, before returning to comfortable accommodation on the Kruger&#8217;s outskirts? Book one of our Kruger Park safaris today.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For the last 100 years or so, the Kruger has been inviting guests to spend their days and nights in the park. Over the years, the accommodation has changed, been revamped and been added to. 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