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Kruger National Park Named One of the World’s Top 20 Best Nature Destinations by Tripadvisor

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Kruger National Park

South Africa’s very own Kruger National Park has been named one of the World’s Top 20 Best Nature Destinations in 2023 by Tripadvisor. The category covers travelers’ favorite places to enjoy the outdoors.

The Kruger National Park is one of the World’s most renowned game reserves, home to a diverse range of wildlife, including the iconic “Big 5” – lion, leopard, elephant, rhinoceros, and buffalo.

Tripadvisor on Kruger National Park

Tripadvisor states that South Africa’s largest game reserve, the Kruger, is “essentially a synonym for the phrase “safari,” and it ranks it as the 20th best destination to visit in the World. The central national park is a great place to see more than 500 kinds of birds, 100 reptiles, roughly 150 types of animals, many archaeological sites, and a wide range of plants and flowers.

Tripadvisor states, “Adventurous people can tour the park in a 4×4, go on a bush walk, or fly over it in a hot-air balloon.” The Traveler’s Choice Best of the Best winners is “chosen based on both the quantity and quality of traveler reviews and ratings posted on Tripadvisor over 12 months, along with an additional reviewing process.”

Kruger National Park is a sanctuary for wildlife and a source of joy for those who love nature. The park offers a unique opportunity to connect with the natural World in a humbling and awe-inspiring way.

Top 20 Best Nature Destinations

Best of the Best is Tripadvisor’s highest distinction; those who get it are in the top 1% of all listings. Serengeti National Park in Tanzania came in third place, primarily because of its vast size and the famed yearly wildebeest migration, the World’s largest and longest overland migration.

The Tripadvisor Top 20 Best Nature Destination Awards went to:

  1. Mauritius
  2. Kathmandu, Nepal
  3. Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
  4. Banff, Alberta, Canada
  5. Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
  6. New Zealand South Island, New Zealand
  7. Patagonia, Argentina
  8. Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
  9. Iceland
  10. Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
  11. Lake District National Park, England
  12. Costa Rica
  13. Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada
  14. Yosemite National Park, California
  15. Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska
  16. The Cairngorms, Scotland
  17. Torres Strait Islands, Australia
  18. The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  19. Daintree National Park, Queensland, Australia
  20. Kruger National Park, South Africa

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South Africa did not make the list of the Top 25 Best Places for Culture (Fes, Jerusalem, Athens), Trending (Cuba, Hoi An, Vietnam, Mauritius), Popular (Dubai, Bali, London), or Skiing, but Cape Town central did make the list of the Top 16 Best Food Destinations in the World.

Take a walk on the wild side

Kruger National Park is undoubtedly one of South Africa’s most precious treasures. This accolade is well-deserved recognition of its incredible beauty and the beautiful experiences it offers travelers. In addition, the park’s vastness and diversity make it an unforgettable destination that should be on everyone’s travel list.

So, take a walk on the wild side and experience the magic of Kruger National Park. With a thrilling mix of wildlife, nature, and adventure, this is an experience that you cannot miss!

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