Vintage Kruger Lodge Experience – Five Days

Overview

Countries visited: South Africa

Embark on a thrilling journey into the vast, game-filled Kruger National Park. Head out on game drives to spot lions, zebras, buffaloes, cheetahs and elephants during the day, and relax in a comfortable lodge in the evening. Enjoy delicious traditional African cuisine, admire sweeping vistas, learn about the flora and fauna of the region from experienced guides and marvel at the beauty of a star-studded African sky. Time spent in Kruger is rewarding and inspiring – this trip is really one to savour.

This tour is perfect for solo travellers, groups of friends, couples, wildlife and photographic enthusiasts.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Johannesburg/Greater Kruger National Park

Your Kruger Safari start at approximately 5:30am this morning. You will be picked up from your hotel (please advise hotel details prior to departure).

Depart Johannesburg, the “City of Gold” and head off on an adventure of a lifetime.  A truly unique African experience unfolds as you enter the Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem arriving at your Lodge in time for lunch (570km, approx. 8-9 hours’ travel time including stops along the way).

After some time to settle in, head off on a late afternoon/evening Big Five game drive in open 4×4 vehicles in a private game reserve.  Sundowner drinks (not included in the price) are enjoyed at one of the waterholes before continuing your game drive into the night.

After an exciting evening, return to the lodge to enjoy a traditional South African meal around a log fire.

Located in the greater Kruger, our accommodation is wonderfully intimate, with just 14 twin-share rooms.  Rooms are constructed from local materials and are tastefully decorated and comfortably appointed.  The lodge also offers a cosy bar, perfect for chatting with the other guests over a drink or two.  There is also a crystal-clear swimming pool for a refreshing post-safari swim.

• Accommodation: Thornhill Safari Lodge or similar
• Meals: Lunch & dinner
• Activities: Big 5 sunset game drive

Day 2 – Kruger National Park

One of the largest game reserves in Southern Africa, Kruger National Park is home to over 500 bird species, 100 species of reptiles and 150 mammal species, including the Big Five and the endangered African wild dog.

An early rise, as we make our way to the Kruger.

Our wildlife experience begins as soon as we enter the park, heading into prime game viewing areas where we hope to catch a glimpse of some of the amazing animals found inside the park, including the Big Five.

Enjoy breakfast at one of the picnic spots before continuing through the park. Our entire day will be spent game viewing, bird watching and stopping off at the various waterholes en route.

We depart the park in the late afternoon and return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation.

• Accommodation: Thornhill Safari Lodge or similar
• Meals: Breakfast & dinner
• Activities:Kruger Game Drives

Day 3

Depart the lodge heading toward the Drakensberg Escarpment. The journey takes you along the Panoramic Route, some of the most stunning scenery South Africa has to offer. The sights en route include: God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the magnificent Blyde River Canyon. After a full day of exploring we return to the lodge and relax around the fire listening to the night sounds of Africa.

• Accommodation: Thornhill Safari Lodge or similar
• Meals: Breakfast, dinner
• Activities:Panarama Route

Day 4

Today is spent at your leisure. You can relax around the pool or partake in one of the optional activities (not included in price).

• Accommodation: Thornhill Safari Lodge or similar
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5

Rise early and head out on a morning bush walk.  Guided by a qualified nature guide, learn about nature’s finer details like bird, tree and spoor identification.

Transfer back to Johannesburg (600 km, approx. 9-10 hrs).  There’s plenty of time to stop and explore the way.  Take in amazing views at the viewpoint over the awesome Blyde River Canyon and view the Three Rondavels.

On arrival in Jo’burg you can be dropped at the airport or any nominated Johannesburg or Pretoria hotel.

• Meals: Breakfast
• Activities: Morning Nature walk

Accommodation

Thornhill Safari Lodge or Similar

More Info

This trip departs early in the morning on day 1 and it is strongly recommended that you arrive at least one day prior.
If your hotel is already booked, please inform advise your hotel details at least 14 days prior to departure. They will advise if you can be picked up from this location
This trip finishes upon arrival in Johannesburg on Day 5. Please do not book any flights until after 10pm

For convenience we can arrange your pre and post accommodation (not included in tour price)

Included in price:

Meals – 4 breakfasts, 2 lunch, 4 dinners

Transport – 4×4 safari vehicle, Minibus

Accommodation – lodge – 4 nights

Activities – Big 5 game drive, Kruger game drives, Panorama Route, Morning nature walk