Kruger Station: Iconic new foodie destination
The Kruger Station is a pleasurable place to share stories while spending an hour or two in between searching for the Big Five at Kruger National Park.
Travellers visiting the Kruger National Park can look forward to experiencing a brand new foodie destination. The Kruger Station has created an authentically crafted space for travellers and foodies.
"The Kruger Station goes beyond the usual bacon-and-egg breakfasts, or home-packed sandwich lunches eaten at its various stops, with a far more pleasurable and exciting way to spend an hour or two before guests resume their search for the Big Five, " said Judiet Barnes Concession, general manager for Kruger Shalati.
Meet the Kruger Station chefs who’ll be whipping up our delicious eats behind the scenes.
Welcome to the team!
LET OFF SOME STEAM
The entire Kruger Station experience is centred around the magic of the station’s past, paying homage to a significant piece of South African history.
The station structure was built in the 1980s to house the heritage train currently parked in Skukuza at Kruger National Park. This new opening sees the rebirth and modernisation of this iconic station to add to its heritage with an artisanal food and beverage offerings.
3638 RESTAURANT – Family-friendly sit-down restaurant.
ROUND IN 9 BAR – A fully-serviced bar & casual dining space.
DEPARTING SOON CAFÉ – Soft serve and coffee shop with open area seating or grab a takeaway.
EN ROUTE GRAB ‘N GO – A quick bite to eat in an open seating area.
KRUGER 360° CINEMA – Experiential circular cinema.
LI’L GRICERS – A safe haven for kids.
CURIOSITY CABINET – Kruger Station trinkets and gifting cart.
"We anticipate that visitors will be thrilled to have the chance to get out again, to enjoy nature and the magnificence of our wild animals, while also being able to experience exciting food within the safari setting of the park, all within the necessary safe social distancing and COVID -19 protocols" - Gavin Ferreira GM: Operations of the new Kruger Station.
Kruger Station is a lifestyle precinct in Skukuza Rest Camp, perfectly positioned along the historical Selati line in the renowned Kruger National Park, situated in the same spot a makeshift boma hosted a feast for visitors when the park first opened.
