Ultimate getaway – Pafuri in Kruger National Park

Littered with giant baobab trees, the Kruger National Park’s Pafuri region is a beautiful landscape and a prime destination for birders during summer. Stay in Sanparks’ Punda Maria rest camp.

Camping from R150 a night for two people sharing, bungalows from R555 a night for two people sharing, tel 012-428-9111, e-mail reservations@sanparks.org, www.sanparks.org.

For luxury, stay at Safari Adventure Company’s Pafuri Camp from R1 850 a person a night (incl. meals and two game drives), tel 011-257-5111, e-mail info@safariadventurecompany.com, web www.safariadventurecompany.com.

Photo note:
A sunset silhouette is one of the most popular and most difficult photographs to take. A strong subject – such as this baobab – is critical, but ensure it’s separated from its background or else your subject will be lost and your photograph will lack impact.

Want the whole guidebook? Buy the Getaway Guide to Kruger National Park here.