About Balule Game Reserve
Balule Game Reserve shares an unfenced border with the renowned Kruger National Park and will provide an unforgettable safari experience.
Balule Game Reserve forms part of the Greater Kruger Park, an open conserved area of approximately 7,000,000 acres or 23,000 km², along the Olifants River. The reserve is only an hour's drive from two of the main gates to the Kruger National Park. It is in the mixed woodland eco-zone, one of several eco-zones in the lowveld, and the one with the greatest variety of fauna and flora.
The landscape is rolling with seasonal rivers draining the area. The region is of granitic origin, with quartz and dolerite intrusions and outcrops.
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Incredible Wildlife
From excellent opportunities for encounters with the Big 5 to the full diverse range of other indigenous wildlife, the area has it all. -
Game Drives
Open vehicle game drives are the best way to get close to these majestic animals. Experienced rangers deliver once-in-a-lifetime moments. -
Night Game Drives
At night the bush comes alive once more as the nocturnal animals emerge. Vehicles are fitted with spotlights for optimal game viewing. -
Highly Rated Lodges
Popular and highly rated lodges delivers a true African experience - luxury in a safari setting. -
Convenience Packages
For complete convenience, most travel packages are all-inclusive and offers meals, drinks, activities and more as part of the price. -
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Wildlife of Balule
Balule Game Reserve shares open borders with Kruger Park and is, therefore, part of a huge ecosystem and home to all major safari animals – including the Big Five. The Olifants River attracts an abundance of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, waterbuck, and giraffe. Lion is often nearby.
The reserve has an impressive hippo population which can be found wallowing in the river during the day. Civets and honey badgers are just two of the rarer creatures sometimes encountered.
Balule offers great overall birding with more than 250 species recorded. The perennial Olifants River, which runs through the centre of the park, attracts many waders and other water-associated birds. The area is also excellent for raptors (eagles, in particular).
Elephant
CommonGiraffe
CommonHippo
OccasionalBuffalo
CommonZebra
CommonWildbeest
CommonWhite Rhino
OccasionalBlack Rhino
RareLion
OccasionalLeopard
RareCheetah
RareHyena
CommonWild Dog
Rare