All of the Big 5 can readily be seen in the vicinity of Skukuza. Wild Dog are often seen in the area.In the camp itself there is a population of warthog. Vervet Monkey also inhabit the camp and can wreck havoc if visitors leave unguarded possessions. At night genet, thick-tailed bush baby and fruit bat are resident in camp. The latter hang under the eaves of the shop. The riverfront of the camp is a great place to look for hippopotamus and buffalo, especially in early morning.

Although Skukuza is a large and busy camp, the camp hosts an excellent avi-fauna. Scanning the Sabie River from in front of the restaurant can produce Finfoot and Halfcollared Kingfisher. In summer this venue is a hub of activity with a massive nesting colony of Lesser Masked and Spottedbacked Weavers. Green Pigeons are abundant in the Riverine fig trees. In taking a walk along the river’s bank there is a strong chance of encountering Redfaced Cisticola and Spectacled Weaver and, in early the morning, Little Sparrowhawk. The river walk and a stroll around the rest of the camp could yield Collared Sunbird, Redbacked and Bronze Mannikin, Purplecrested Lourie and three bush shrikes (Orangebreasted, Greyheaded and Gorgeous) may well be heard or even seen. Heuglin’s Robin is another species constantly heard but more difficult to see.
Up to seven species of flycatcher may also be found (Paradise, Black, Dusky, Spotted, Fantailed, Bluegrey and Pallid). Watching the sky above the river at dusk may reveal Bat-hawk or European Hobby. When night falls a spot-light lights up a fig tree outside the restaurant. Woodland Kingfishers use this ‘extended daylight’ to hunt insects attracted to the glow. The nearby bird hide at Lake Panic is a good spot to go to observe kingfishers, herons and Wiretailed Swallows at close quarters. Blackwinged Stilts are often in attendance.