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Your chances of seeing Nile Crocodile in Kruger National Park
Seen on most drives. Most visitors see Nile Crocodile within a day or two in Kruger National Park.
When to see Nile Crocodile in Kruger National Park
Nile Crocodile are most active at night (19:00 to 05:00). Much of their activity falls outside gate hours, so the first drive after the gates open and the last hour before they close give you the best chance.
This is Nile Crocodile's general behavior. Once enough sightings are logged in Kruger National Park, this page also shows when they're actually seen here.
Where to look for Nile Crocodile in Kruger National Park: waterholes
Wait at water
Nile Crocodile are drawn to water, so waiting at a waterhole is one of the best ways to see them.
About the Nile Crocodile
The Nile crocodile is a large, powerful semi-aquatic reptile found across much of sub-Saharan Africa. It has a broad head, extremely strong jaws, a heavily armoured body and a long muscular tail. It is strongly associated with rivers, lakes, dams, wetlands and other permanent water. Nile crocodiles are opportunistic predators that feed on fish, birds, reptiles, mammals and carrion, with larger individuals capable of taking very large prey. They often bask on riverbanks during the day and remain partially submerged when hunting or avoiding heat.
How to identify the Nile Crocodile
Very large aquatic reptile with a broad elongated snout, powerful tail, four short legs and eyes and nostrils positioned high on the head. Adults are generally olive-brown to dark grey above with a lighter belly.
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