The lowveld surrounding the Kruger National Park is one of the top hunting areas in South Africa.
South Africa's lowveld lies wedged between the Drakensberg in the west and Mozambique in the east. Large parts of the Kruger National Park fall within this region. It is widely regarded as one of South Africa’s most iconic hunting safari destinations and is especially well known for Cape buffalo opportunities. Several large rivers traverse the savanna, supporting abundant wildlife and creating excellent conditions for tracking and spot-and-stalk hunting.
We hunt in concession areas not far from Malelane part of the lowveld just south of the Kruger National Park, as well as concessions around Hoedspruit which lie in the central lowveld to the west of the Kruger National Park. The hunting camps and lodges utilized by AS Hunting Adventures in this region of South Africa are of a very high standard.
Prepare for an iconic safari near Kruger National Park. Our FAQ details the four-to-five-hour road transfer from Johannesburg, the ideal mid-April to September hunting window, and a variety of excursions for non-hunters, including scenic Panorama Route tours and wildlife rehabilitation visits.
Most Lowveld safaris are reached by road from Johannesburg, which is the most practical option when traveling with rifles. The drive typically takes between four and five hours. While scheduled flights are available to regional airports near Malelane or Hoedspruit, the road transfer allows for direct camp arrival without time-consuming airport procedures.
The premier hunting season runs from mid-April through September. During these months, daytime temperatures are pleasant, humidity is low, and thinner vegetation improves visibility for tracking. While summer hunting is possible, the increased heat and humidity from October to March can make walking hunts more physically demanding.
The Lowveld is excellent for mixed groups. Non-hunters can enjoy guided game drives in Kruger National Park, scenic tours of the Panorama Route (Blyde River Canyon), or visits to wildlife rehabilitation centers like Moholoholo. Many guests also enjoy relaxing at camp and observing wildlife from the lodge verandas.
The terrain varies from dense riverine forest near major rivers like the Crocodile and Letaba to open wooded savanna. This diversity allows for varied hunting methods, including traditional tracking and patient spot-and-stalk. The landscape features gentle hills and wooded flats that attract abundant wildlife year-round.
Stay in comfortable, high-standard lodges nestled in the wooded savanna. Our Lowveld camps offer en-suite rooms, air-conditioning, and sparkling swimming pools. Enjoy spectacular mountain views, festive boma evenings, and well-equipped facilities designed for both hunters and their families to relax.
The Lowveld hunting lodge employed on AS Hunting Adventures’ hunting safaris is located within convenient proximity to the world-renowned Kruger National Park in the Malelane region. The lodge has been handsomely erected at the foot of a mountain, offering spectacular views.
The main building hosts a bar, spacious common area and expansive veranda with a table and comfortable chairs – ideal for post-hunt relaxation. A sparkling swimming pool offers year-round reprieve from the sweltering African sun. The lodge’s units are scattered across the mountain slopes and connected to the main building by little footpaths.
All rooms host either one large double bed or two single beds and are completed with en suite bathrooms that offer a shower and a toilet. Each unit also boasts a personal veranda to unwind and enjoy the scenery from. As is customary on a South African hunting safari, evenings are spent enjoying drinks and conversation around the campfire, with the night sounds of the bush in the background.
This sumptuous hunting camp in the Limpopo bushveld near Hoedspruit is very well-equipped to entertain both hunters and their observers or families. With its handsome boma area, sparkling swimming pool and spacious patio, there are ample facilities for relaxation and entertainment.
The camp's luxurious units are all en suite and air-conditioned, with tasteful furnishings and even private verandas. Mealtimes are offered in a variety of settings, from poolside high tea to festive evenings in the boma with its welcoming fire pit. From the camp itself, guests can enjoy game drives and bush walks. Cape buffalo occur in the surrounding wilderness, along with a wide variety of plains game. From the camp itself, guests can also enjoy game drives and bush walks, depending on the day’s plan and local conditions.
A wealth of excursions are available from the hunting camp, from game drives in the world-renowned Kruger National Park to touring wildlife rehabilitation hubs like Moholoholo and Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center. Cultural village experiences, hot air ballooning and a visit to the Blyde River Canyon are also on offer.
The Lowveld is a premier destination for both dangerous game and diverse plains species. Pursue the formidable Cape Buffalo in traditional riverine habitats, alongside sought-after trophies like Kudu, Nyala, Sable Antelope, and Bushbuck throughout this wildlife-rich region of South Africa.
