NANDZANA SAFARIS

Private safaris in the remote and wild Kruger National Park from Phalaborwa

  • About Nandzana safaris

Discover the spectacular Kruger National Park from Phalaborwa

Northern Kruger National Park offers one of South Africa’s most dramatic and diverse safari landscapes. Here, lush riverine forests meet wide, open savannas; eerie fever tree groves and ancient baobabs rise like natural monuments; and vast floodplains stretch into mopane-covered plains where large herds of elephants freely roam.

This remote northern region is a sanctuary for wildlife lovers, photographers, and birding enthusiasts alike—home to an extraordinary range of species and some of the park’s most untouched habitats.

Northern Kruger is ideal for the safari traveler seeking solitude, deep connection with nature, and a break from the modern world. Its wilderness expanses offer not just breathtaking scenery, but also a rare sense of peace, stillness, and spiritual reconnection with the African bush.

About Nandzana
Pair of lions in Kruger National Park seen on a Nandzana safari
Baby elephant under mother

SAFARIS

DAY SAFARIS

Craig Young Nandzana Safaris guide sitting on his Land Rover at dusk
  • Your Guide

Craig Young

When you adventure into wild and exhilarating Africa, there is one thing you must have… a truly excellent guide. Your guide will be the difference between an average or disappointing African safari experience and a truly amazing safari trip.

Craig is an exceptional guide. With him you’ll discover the soul of Africa and its wildlife… and have an incredible time regardless of the length of your Kruger National Park safari.

Meet Craig
  • Our safari vehicles

Our Land Rover Safari Vehicles

We use Africa’s iconic safari vehicle: Land Rover.

A symbol of freedom and adventuring, Land Rovers have conquered some of the world’s most inhospitable territory, giving them true legendary status.

Designed for minimum impact on rough terrain, Land Rovers are very reliable in extreme conditions and have the uncanny ability to go practically anywhere.

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Other Nandzana activities

Leopard at night with its reflection in still water at waterhole in Kruger

More Safari Activities

Kettle and campfire at a Kruger Bush Braai in the Kruger National Park

Kruger Bush Braai

Nandzana Safaris overlooking the beach and sea at Xai Xai Mozambique

Other Destinations

  • Safari is the Swahili word for journey

About our safaris

Exploring the Kruger Park in your own private open safari vehicle – only you – is the ultimate in flexibility, comfort and wildlife viewing.

Your private safari includes use of the vehicle with no mileage restrictions and unlimited game drives within Kruger for the duration of your safari.

 

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Awesome Safari with Nandzana
Matthew
We just did a 2 day safari with Nandanza in Kruger. They are the best. Alison arranged things in advance by email. Alison is lovely. She tailored everything for us… Craig is fantastic… This is the real deal…
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Amazing adventure!

Ali B, Denver Co

We had the best time on Nandzana Safaris. Craig was so knowledgeable and went out of his way to make sure we were having a great time and saw all of the animals we wanted to see. I would go back in a heartbeat!

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An excellent introduction to Game Driving

Andy K

This was our first visit to South Africa and experiencing a Game Drive, with the help of Craig who runs Nandzana, it was such a great introduction that we would happily do it again and recommend to anyone else to take the time and look up Nandzana for future trips…

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10+ experience

Joanne L

Craig is an amazing guide. He tracks the prints and faeces on the road to guide his search. Spent 2 full days from dusk to dawn on high lookout for animals in Kruger and was not disappointed. If you’re looking for the best guide; get Craig with Nandzana!!

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5
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Simply amazing in every way

Christine N

This safari was way more than I ever expected. Craig was so sharp with all his senses. He could spot any animal for miles, whether it be with his eyes, nose, and ears. He was extremely knowledgeable in all areas of the safari…

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5
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Excellent 5 Day Private Safari

Monique, Rotterdam, Netherlands

This wasn’t our first Safari with Nandzana… If you’re looking for a guide who is passionate and knowledgeable about the Kruger Park and will do everything to make your safari a great experience, go for Nandzana…

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5
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Taylor F

This was my 9th safari I have been on, and my first in Kruger National Park. My experience far exceeded my expectations. Craig was hands down the best safari guide I’ve ever had…

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Perfect first safari experience with Craig

MvW1987, Amsterdam

We did a full day safari with Craig and would absolutely recommend doing the same to anyone wishing to experience Kruger Park with an experienced, dedicated, and friendly guide. Craig’s knowledge of the wildlife and nature is mind-blowing…

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5
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AMAZING!!!

Milena B, Bombinhas, SC

Craig was the best guide we could have!! His passion for his work is something I really admire! We had a blast on our safari day, what a great experience and we thank Craig for that, he was the best guide ever!!!

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5
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Another great safari with Craig

Vincentmldr

We had a great safari last year with Craig. This year we went back to South Africa and we arranged our schedule so that we could have another day with Craig. A very good decision. Again we had a great day…

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