Cape Town to Kruger Park: 98 km road trip with 6 stops

This 98 km route from Cape Town to Kruger Park showcases South Africa's most iconic landmarks, starting with Table Mountain and Cape Peninsula, passing through Boulders Beach with its famous penguin colony, and continuing through the scenic Olifants River Region before reaching Kruger Park.

Distance
98.1 km
Duration
19 h 37 min
Mode
route
Start
Arrival in Cape Town
End
Kruger Park (Destination)
Stops
6
Video author
travmap
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Stops on this route

  1. Arrival in Cape Town — South Africa's most visited city, nestled between Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean, serves as the gateway to the country's premier road trip routes.
  2. Table Mountain Landmark — Iconic landmark spotted near Cape Town
  3. Cape Peninsula — Previously visited location with scenic views
  4. Boulders Beach & Penguins — Beach with penguin colony on route to Cape of Good Hope
  5. Olifants River Region — A scenic valley traversing the Western Cape where the Olifants River winds through dramatic mountain terrain and fertile agricultural lands.
  6. Kruger Park (Destination) — Africa's largest game reserve spanning nearly 20,000 square kilometers, renowned for its exceptional wildlife viewing and diverse ecosystems.

Useful for your trip

Transport
Rent a 4x4 camper van with rooftop tents for multi-country road trips. Companies like Britz offer Toyota HiLux vehicles suitable for crossing borders through South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Transport
Get authority letters from the rental company to cross international borders between South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Transport
Reduce tire pressure on sandy roads for a smoother ride. You can adjust pressure at campsites in national parks.
Where to stay
Stay at Zakus campsite near Cape Town, only 88 km away, as a base for exploring West Coast National Park and the surrounding area.
Where to stay
Camp at Tataada safari camp inside Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park for multi-night stays with morning and afternoon game drives available.
Tip
Obtain a park permit before entering Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. You must inform rangers of your planned route; they log your departure to ensure your safety.
Timing
Visit Kgalagadi Desert at the end of the dry season (late January) when animals congregate at water holes. First rains bring increased wildlife activity.
Timing
Plan for 6+ hour drives through remote areas with few villages or services between Cape Town and interior safari destinations.
Avoid
Be prepared for extreme heat (40°C) at the end of the dry season in the Kalahari Desert. Bring adequate water and sun protection.
Transport
The Cape Town airport is located just 400m from nearby hotels, making ground transfers very convenient for trip starts.
Tip
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park covers 38,000 sq km across South Africa, Namibia, and Botswana borders. It hosts 320 species of mammals and birds including lions, cheetahs, and meerkats.
Tip
West Coast National Park is 88 km from Cape Town with blue lagoons, diverse wildlife including ostriches, zebras, and Cape fur seals. Entry fee required.

Video on this route

SOUTH AFRICA - The ULTIMATE Road Trip from CAPE TOWN to KRUGER PARK

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