Overview

Countries visited: South Africa

Book a combination of two nights in the Kruger Park and two nights in the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve and discover an excellent mix of game viewing and luxury accommodation in these popular reserves. Experience the best of both on a 5 Day Kruger Park & Sabi Sand Safari with return flights from Johannesburg.

Ideal for solo travellers, groups of friends, couples, wildlife and photographic enthusiasts.

Itinerary

Day 1-2: Kruger National Park

Your journey begins with a scheduled flight from Johannesburg to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. On landing, you will be warmly greeted for a private transfer to Lukimbi Safari Lodge in the famous Kruger National Park – roughly 1h55 min drive away – where you will spend the following two nights. Arrive at the lodge, take some time to settle in before an afternoon game drive. Lukimbi is situated in the game rich, southern section of the world renowned Kruger National Park. Bounded by 3 major river systems, the extensive 15 000 hectare area offers a diverse array of habitats. The vast grasslands dominate the northern portion, whereas the southern and central areas are more heavily wooded and interspersed with lush riverine thickets.
Relaxation can be spent lazing around the pool or indulging in one of the many spa treatments the on-sight spa has to offer.

Day 3-4: Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Enjoy an early morning game drive before breakfast. You will then be transferred to the airport for your short flight to the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve.
Arrive at Idube Game Reserve, situated in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, in the heart of South Africa’s premier wildlife conservation area of the Greater Kruger Park. Game, including the Big 5, is viewed really close by from open Landrovers, or spotted on guided walks. The experienced rangers & trackers are trained to give guests the best possible wild life experience.
Head out on morning and afternoon game drives, animal sightings are professionally handled and controlled. Drives are normally 3 to 4 hours long, with a stop along the way for tea, coffee or sundowners. Idube is particularly well known for the frequent and excellent sightings of leopards – a photographer’s dream come true.
An optional morning guided walk is offered or you may choose to relax around the pool or indulge in a spa treatment in the privacy of your own room.

Day 5: Perfect Safari Ending

A morning game drive followed by breakfast will be a perfect ending to your extraordinary Kruger Park and Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve adventure. You will be transferred back to the airstrip for your flight to Johannesburg.

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for extra cost

Overview

Countries visited: Zimbabwe

The largest sheet of falling water in the world, Victoria Falls is a must-visit destination on any Southern Africa itinerary. This short but spectacular 5-day safari not only includes a guided tour of the Zimbabwe side of the falls but also the unique opportunity to interact with the elephant herd at the Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary. As for accommodation, you’ll spend your first three days at a small and welcoming riverside lodge where you’ll be treated to a game drive and Zambezi River cruise; followed by a night of luxury in one of the tented suites at the award-winning Elephant Camp.

Perfect for solo travellers, couples, families, groups of friends, romantic getaways, wildlife and photographic enthusiasts.

Itinerary

Day 1: Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge

You’ll be met upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, and transferred to Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge in its peaceful setting on the bank of the Zambezi River. Imbabala is a small and unpretentious lodge with nine thatched chalets, each opening onto a private verandah where a shaded hammock invites you to settle in and enjoy the magnificent river views.

Spend a relaxed afternoon swaying in your hammock, stretched out alongside the swimming pool or indulging in a massage at the recently opened Imbabala Spa. Since Imbabala sits in a private wildlife concession don’t be surprised to see impala grazing on the lodge lawns, monkeys playing in the tree branches or even the occasional elephant wandering through camp!

Day 2: Game Drive & Zambezi River Safari

Wake up to coffee and home-baked rusks, followed by a morning game drive in this private game concession. Imbabala has highly skilled and enthusiastic guides who are only too happy to share their knowledge of the wildlife that you see: elephant, impala, warthog, giraffe, and (if you’re lucky) lion or even leopard!

You return from your game drive to brunch served out under shady trees, then there’s time to relax and enjoy your surroundings before afternoon tea and a sundowner cruise. Floating along the Zambezi River is not only wonderfully peaceful; it’s also great for game viewing as you drift past hippo, crocodile and herds of elephant gathered at the water’s edge.

Day 3: Safari Activities at Imbabala

How you spend today is completely up to you: enjoy another morning game drive or opt instead to go angling for toothy tiger fish – one of the best fighting fresh water fish in the world. Or perhaps you’d prefer a guided walking safari; not only is this a chance to focus in on the plants, birds and smaller creatures but there’s also the thrilling possibility of encountering larger game too!

In the afternoon we’d recommend another Zambezi River cruise, the perfect way to end the day as you toast the sunset whilst chugging along the river, then return to the lodge for an al fresco dinner served under the stars.

Day 4: Tour of Victoria Falls

Today you’re transferred from Imbabala Zambezi Game Lodge to The Elephant Camp, stopping en route for a guided tour of the mighty Victoria Falls. Nothing prepares you for the sight and sound of the Zambezi River in full flood thundering over the lip of the falls; the roar accompanied by clouds of drenching spray that can be seen up to 20km away!

Around two thirds of Victoria Falls lies in Zimbabwe (the rest being in Zambia) with well laid out paths winding through rainforest and opening up to viewpoints of pretty rainbow-lit mist and white curtains of water. Going with a guide not only gives you insight into the history of Victoria Falls, but your guide will also know all the best spots to take those make-your-friends-jealous photos of you in front of this most spectacular of waterfalls.

After the tour you’re transferred to The Elephant Camp, an easy 15-minute drive from the falls.

Day 5: Elephant Interaction & Departure

Wake up in your luxurious tented suite which has glass sliding doors opening onto a private deck and plunge pool with fantastic views. Breakfast is served on the main lodge deck, after which you’re taken to the Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary (on the lodge grounds) where you’re able to meet and even feed the orphaned elephants – a true safari highlight!

From The Elephant Camp you’re driven to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight home or your onward travel arrangements.

Accommodation

Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge

Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge is situated on a riverine fringe of the mighty Zambezi River where Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia and Namibia converge. Located 80 kilometers west of Victoria Falls, access is by transfer from Victoria Falls, Livingstone or Kasane. Imbabala offers the chance to unwind but also some of the most amazing game viewing and bird watching in the region, in the seclusion of a private National Parks concession. The 5,000 acre concession has 14 kilometers of private Zambezi river frontage and borders the Chobe Forest Reserve, which is renowned for its massive Elephant population.

Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge offers exclusive accommodation for only 18 guests in 8 individual thatch lodges with en-suite facilities. Each lodge is uniquely decorated and beautifully positioned with spacious verandas opening onto sweeping views of the Zambezi River. Imbabala has one family lodge, (Sleeps 4), four double and three twin-bedded lodges. All doubles can be converted to twins on request and vice versa

The Elephant Camp

Situated on a private concession within and bounded by the Masuwe River and the Zambezi gorges, The Elephant Camp has breathtaking views of the Victoria Falls spray, and the spectacular gorges which separate Zimbabwe and Zambia. The Elephant Camp is a luxury and intimate lodge under canvas within easy reach of Victoria Falls and all its attractions and activities, yet secluded in its own private game reserve so as to allow close-up encounters with wildlife. Access is by road transfer from Victoria Falls (15 kilometers from Victoria Falls Airport and 10 kilometers from Victoria Falls town), Livingstone and Kasane. The Elephant Camp offers exclusive suite accommodation for only 24 guests in 12 luxury tents.

Wildlife

Imbabala Concession

Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge lies in a 5,000 acre (2,023 ha) wildlife concession bordering Chobe Forest Reserve. Chobe’s elephant herds regularly move through the concession, and elephant can often be seen cooling off in the Zambezi River or even swimming out to an island across from the lodge – the mothers helping the young ones along!

Other wildlife you’re likely to see includes buffalo, giraffe, hippo, kudu, impala, zebra and sable antelope. As for the predators – lion, spotted hyena and black-backed jackal are present in good numbers, along with more occasional sightings of leopard and the endangered wild dog. The birdlife too is abundant with over 400 species recorded from kingfishers and comical hornbills to regional specials such as the long-toed plover, western banded snake eagle and swamp boubou.

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Prices Exclude:

Fishing, Game walks, all other excursions and additional permits,
National Park fees – Imbabala USD 10.00 per person per stay
Rainforest Entry Fee (Tour of the Victoria Falls) – USD 30.00 per person
At Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge additional beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be charged to guests account

Overview

Countries visited: South Africa

On this five day safari you will combine the authentic Kruger National Park experience with luxury at one of the selected high-end lodges in the Greater Kruger or Sabi Sands.

Taking in some of Kruger’s most beautiful natural sights, as well as the abundance of wildlife before travelling to a private game reserve in the Greater Kruger area. Here you will have every opportunity to spot the ever elusive leopard, and enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, as well as bush walks.  The trip includes a free optional excursion where you will be taken on the Panorama route, which includes stops at the Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondavels, Lisbon Waterfalls and God’s Window.

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

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Kruger National Park  

We depart from Johannesburg between 06h00 – 07h30 to allow for various collection points. Our route takes us through the wide open spaces of the Highveld, down the escarpment and through the scenic Lowveld area. We stop for lunch en-route (own expense) and reach the Kruger National Park and Skukuza Rest Camp in the afternoon.

After settling in to our accommodations (twin bed chalets with en suite bathrooms), you go out on your first game drive.

Dinner is a three course meal, served al fresco at our private camp within Skukuza. Wine is served with dinner but guests are welcome to bring along additional / alternative drinks which can be purchased at the shop.

Day 2: Game Drives & the Kruger Park

Safaris are all about early mornings, getting out there and seeing animals! The time you go on your Game Drive varies according to the seasons and camp gate opening times. We have tea or coffee with muffins and fruit before departing on the Game Drive which will take approximately 3-4 hours. Your guide has an intimate knowledge of the park, which contributes a great deal towards brilliant sightings!

On returning to Skukuza brunch will be ready at our camp. You then have time to enjoy a swim, visit the Skukuza museum, visit the park shop which includes African curios, general food items and drinks, take a walk around the camp, or simply relax at the viewing platform in front of the restaurant, which overlooks the Sabie River. Be sure to bring your binoculars, Skukuza Rest Camp is also a bird watcher’s paradise!
After a siesta we set off on the afternoon Kruger Park game drive. We conduct all our game drives in specially adapted 4×4 open game drive vehicles to allow our guests the best possible vantage point.
We share African safari stories at the camp fire under the stars after a scrumptious dinner served at our camp.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)

Day 3: Kruger Park to Private Game Reserve

After an early wake up you will go on a final morning game drive- The time you go on your Game Drive varies according to the seasons and camp gate opening times. We have tea or coffee with muffins and fruit before departing on the Game Drive which will take approximately 3-4 hours. Your guide has an intimate knowledge of the park, which contributes a great deal towards brilliant sightings!

Directly after breakfast at our camp we head to one of the world renowned Private Game Reserves adjacent to Kruger National Park in our closed, air conditioned tour vehicle. We arrive in time for lunch and have some time to freshen up before departing on your afternoon game drive in one of the Luxury Game Lodge’s open game drive vehicles. This drive generally takes about 4 hours and extends into the early evening. Private Reserves are particularly famous for its close-up sightings of predators. We cannot guarantee these sightings, however your chances of seeing these magnificent animals are very good!

Dinner is served under the stars (weather permitting). The day ends with African Wildlife Safari stories around the open fire and planning the next day.
(Breakfast, Lunch & dinner included)

Day 4: Activities in a Private Game Reserve

Luxury Private Game Reserve Lodges offer two game drives per day. Your experienced game ranger and expert local tracker will share their extensive knowledge and love for the African bush with you. Animals and birds in the reserve have become used to having the game drive vehicles in close proximity due to a carefully planned and managed habituation process. This allows us to get really close to them and forms part of the appeal of the Luxury Lodge Safari!

Guests are welcome to join the morning bush walk after breakfast. The rest of the day is spent at leisure, relaxing in your room or at the pool. Lunch is served around 14h00.

Meal times are a sociable affair, with dinner served under the stars (weather permitting). Only the freshest produce is used and this is served with the local wines which South Africa is famous for.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included)

Day 5: One last Game Drive

An early wake-up and coffee starts your last day on your Africa Wildlife Safari. One last opportunity to experience the magic that only the African Bush can offer!

After your morning Game Drive breakfast is served. Directly after breakfast we begin our journey back to Johannesburg.. We stop en-route for lunch (own expense).

The drive back to Johannesburg takes at least 6 hours and guests are advised to sleep over in Johannesburg on this night.
(Breakfast included)

Optional Excursion (free of charge)

On offer an optional excursion to visit select attractions along the Panorama Route. Depart camp at 06h00 stop in one of the small towns en-route for breakfast (included) and visit attractions such as the Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondavels, Lisbon Waterfalls and God’s Window. This excursion is available free of charge and will replace the morning game drive. You will be at your Lodge in time for lunch. This excursion will be co-ordinated while you are on safari with. (Kindly note that this excursion is only available on the day that you leave Skukuza Camp for the Private Lodge due to time constrictions)

Accommodation

Combination safaris stay in the Kruger, at either Skukuza, Pretoriuskop or Letaba camp, as well as either Nkorho or similar, all dependent on availability.  Greater Kruger lodges are also included in the combination stay, at either Kapama River Lodge, Kapama Buffalo Camp or Pondoro – Balule, all dependent on availability.

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Price includes:

• Professional drivers / guides (FGASA registered – Field Guides Association of Southern Africa)
• Meals as specified per itinerary
• All day / night drives in the Private Game Reserve in an open 4 x 4 game drive vehicle
• All entry fees and daily conservation levies
• Accommodation as per chosen option
• Select Panorama Route attractions
• Return transfers from Johannesburg

Price excludes:

• Meals not specified in itinerary
• All drinks
• Items of a personal nature
• Gratuities
• Optional extra activities, such as spa treatments

*Minimum of 2 people needed to depart, extra single departure supplement or R2500 will apply for single departures. 

Important Notes

It is important to note that this is not a private safari and more than likely there will be other guests joining you on the game drive vehicles, air-conditioned mini bus transfer vehicles as well as in the dining facility.

The child policies vary from lodge to lodge. Some lodges do not accept children under 12 at all, while others gladly accept children but do not allow younger children on the open game drive vehicles for safety reasons. These lodges offer babysitting services at a nominal extra charge. Please be sure to enquire about this before making your reservation.

Guests flying out of OR Tambo Airport on the last day are reminded to not book any flights earlier than 19h00 (domestic) or 20h00 (international) in order to give us enough time to get you to the airport. We recommend that you rather stay over in Johannesburg if possible. Since we cannot guarantee our arrival time in Johannesburg on the last day we will not be held responsible for reimbursements of flight tickets, should we arrive later than expected. Guests flying out of Nelspruit on the last day may, depending on their flight details, not have enough time to see the Panorama Route. Private transfers for guests with early flights can be arranged in advance at an extra charge.

Overview

Countries visited: South Africa

Get up close and personal with nature on this 5 day walking safari. You will get to truly experience the pristine wilderness of the Kruger while walking through it with specially trained rangers. There is an abundance of game to be seen, including big cats and variety of bird species.  Guests will also get to enjoy a bush sleep-out, falling asleep to the magical sounds of the park around them.  A morning and afternoon game drive heightens the chance of spotting the Big Five.

This tour is perfect for those with an adventurous nature.

Itinerary

Day 1

• Rhino Post Safari Lodge serves as the meeting point for day one, and guests are requested to arrive no later than 2PM in order to make a speedy transfer to Plains Camp in the open 4 x 4. Guests travelling from Johannesburg are advised to have departed by 7AM at the latest in order to make good time

• After arriving, guests are afforded a short window in which to explore the camp itself. High tea is served, followed by a brief on bush walking safari ‘do’s & don’t’s’, conducted by the lodge’s expert guides

• Following this, a pair of armed rangers escort guests on their introductory walk, later returning to sundowners and a short night drive

Day 2

• The early morning wake up call is softened with coffee, tea and rusks, before the group departs again for the next walk. Guides take to sharing their extensive understanding of the area and its culture, identifying animals, trees, grasses, insects, birds, the medicinal uses of plants, local folk lore and basic tracking and survival skills. In order to avoid the midday heat, the three to four hour walks are conducted almost exclusively in the early mornings and late afternoons

• After a light snack on the walk, guests settle into brunch back at camp. Spend the hot hours in between walks enjoying the camp’s Africana book collection, or cool off in the plunge pool while watching the regular passage of zebra, buffalo, giraffe, elephant, rhino and lion. The afternoon safari ends with the group setting up camp on a set of raised platforms, and sleeping underneath the stars for the evening. Dinner is prepared on an open fire while guests watch as wildlife congregate around the watering hole

Day 3

• Light snacks are served before the group heads back to Plains Camp

• Brunch is followed by the chance to grab a shower, before packing up and transferring back to Rhino Post Safari Lodge

• Refreshments are served upon arrival, followed by brief introductions to the lodge. Guests are then escorted to their rooms

• After settling in, guests are invited to high tea, and then an afternoon / evening game drive

• Sundowner drinks are enjoyed under a reddening African sky before setting back off into the night to spot some of the nocturnal residents

• Dinner and conversation are enjoyed on the deck back at the lodge before guests retire for the evening

Day 4

• Following another early morning wake up call (with its much needed coffee and snacks) the group departs for a sunrise game drive

• Brunch follows, with the opportunity for a midday siesta before high tea is served. The group then departs on a late afternoon drive, keeping clear of the midday heat

• The evening sees guests enjoying another delicious dinner and each other’s conversation, before heading off to bed once more

Day 5

• Early wake-up calls are made before fresh coffee or tea and muffins are served in the lounge

• The group sets off again for another early morning game drive, with a stop being made midway for coffee or tea in the bush and one last opportunity to spot some of Africa’s finest wildlife

• Brunch is served upon return to the lodge

Accommodation

• Rhino Post Safari Lodge :
Located on the banks of the dry Mutlumuvi riverbed, Rhino Post Safari Lodge’s eight suites loom above the riverbank, raised up on stilts that afford them views of the surrounding vegetation and wildlife. Open plan, thatch roofed suites are completed with en suite bathrooms (bath, basins, separate toilet and an outdoor shower), bedroom, living room and kitchen

• Plains Camp accommodation :
Located in a wilderness concession overlooking the spectacular Timbitene Plain & waterhole, Plains Camp is immersed in an Acacia Knobthorn thicket, and offers four comfortably furnished African explorer style tents, with en suite bathrooms and hot running water. Generators and a back-up battery system supply power to overhead fans and lighting, and can be used to re-charge camera batteries.

The concession is an environmentally sensitive area previously unexplored, with a huge diversity of both fauna and flora – an ideal setting for wilderness walking safaris in an internationally renowned Big Five viewing area

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

Overview

Countries visited: South Africa

Discover the magic of the African wilderness on this 5-day Kruger Park and Sabi Sand Safari, while staying at the private and intimate Tydon Safari Camp.

Experienced game rangers take you on exhilarating game drives and bush walks to explore the untamed plains of Kruger Park and Sabi Sand Reserve, where Africa’s Big Five and a diversity of other wildlife are encountered up close.

On this complete safari experience guests are treated to warm and personal service in true African style, making for the memories of a lifetime.

Perfect for solo travellers, couples, groups of friends, families, romantic getaways, wildlife and nature enthusiasts.

Itinerary

Day 1: Johannesburg to Tydon Safari Camp – Greater Kruger Park

This adventure-filled 5-day Kruger Park and Sabi Sand Safari starts with collection from the Johannesburg International Airport, or your accommodation in the area (or in Nelspruit).

Your journey takes you to Tydon Safari Camp, located just outside the famous Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, at the Shaw’s Gate entrance.

Freshen up after check-in, before we head into the Sabi Sand Game Reserve on our thrilling sunset game drive. The Sabi Sand Private Reserve is famous for offering outstanding leopard encounters and sightings of other wild animals at close range.

Our sunset to evening game viewing drive is a great opportunity to spot some of the nocturnal wildlife found in the area. We arrive back at Tydon Camp after dark to be welcomed by a campfire in the outdoor boma area.

Enjoy some drinks as you sit back around the campfire before dinner. The evening meal is served in the boma beneath starry skies, or in the thatched dining area.

After dinner you can laze beside the glowing campfire and get an early night, before our first full day exploring the African bush.

Dinner Included

Day 2: Kruger Park Game Drives

Up bright and early this morning to be met by the untamed bush in the golden morning light.

Morning coffee/tea is enjoyed in the dining area before heading into Kruger National Park, the leading safari destination in South Africa. Our 4×4 game drives follow the best routes for wildlife sightings, improving your chances of sighting the Big Five animals of Africa and the abundant wildlife of Kruger.

After your morning game driver you will head back to Tydon Safari Camp  tasty brunch.

Free time can be spent swimming in the pool, exploring the campgrounds or relaxing on the viewing deck amongst indigenous trees during the heat of the day.

Between 12:30pm and 2:00pm a light lunch is served in the dining area at camp before embarking on a rewarding game drive in Kruger National Park.

Experienced and knowledgeable guides are happy to answer questions on the game drives, ensuring that you gain as much insight into Kruger and Sabi Sand as possible.

Returning to the safari camp pre-dinner drinks will be served around the campfire, followed by a well-prepared dinner. Kick back and relax under the canopy of stars, recounting the adventures of your day in the African bush, or head to your comfortable tented room for a good night’s rest.

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 3: Sabi Sand Game Walk & Safari Drive

The early morning hours are ideal for game viewing, as this is when many animals are most active.

After a refreshing tea or coffee at camp, you will set off on a morning game-viewing walk in Sabi Sand Reserve.

The exhilarating guided walk takes you deep into the bush, where chance wildlife encounters include coming face-to-face with a lion pride, a herd of elephants and other wildlife – an experience that is sure to get your adrenaline levels up.

The game walk in Sabi Sand is ideal for becoming aware of the finer details of the African bushveld and its variety of creatures, big and small. We spend time tracking wild animals and getting to know the wilderness more intimately than is possible on game viewing drives.

After our exciting game walk, we return to Tydon Camp for a scrumptious mid-morning breakfast.

A fresh lunch is served in the main dining area of the safari camp between 12:30pm and 2:00pm. After lunch there is some more free time, before embarking on the 4:00pm Sabi Sand game drive.

Sabi Sand Game Reserve is known for its remarkable sightings of the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo and rhino, in addition to leopard. We usually get up close to the wildlife on our game drives, giving you excellent chances to take great photographs in the African bush.

Returning to camp after sunset, we find chilled beverages waiting in the boma, where the campfire is already going. Share a juicy meal in the Boma under the stars, or in the dining area. Then sit back and take in the night sounds of the untamed bush.

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 4: Kruger Park Game Drives

Set off on an exciting morning game drive in Kruger Park proper, after a refreshing cup of tea or coffee.

After sighting some of the abundant wildlife of Kruger and taking advantage of the great photographic opportunities on our game drive, we head back to the safari camp for brunch.

Breakfast is followed by free time to enjoy the facilities at Tydon Camp and participate in the optional adventure activities available.

Then we have a light lunch (between 12:30pm and 2:00pm) in the camp’s dining area and prepare for our afternoon game drive in Kruger National Park.

You are sure to enjoy a variety of interesting sightings on our game drive, as Kruger Park is home to a staggering array of flora and fauna. Species include 336 different trees, over 500 species of birds, an impressive 147 mammals and 114 reptiles. This South African game park even hosts 34 species of amphibians and 49 fish species!

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

Day 5: Tydon Camp to Johannesburg via Panorama Route

Our Kruger Park & Sabi Sand Safari Adventure ends at about 5:30pm today.

We return to Johannesburg along Mpumalanga’s Panorama Route, travelling via the scenic highlights of Gods Window, Lisbon Falls and Graskop, in the Blyde River Canyon area.

Breakfast included

Accommodation

Tydon Safari Camp

Chic African styled tented rooms perched on raised platforms create the perfect ambiance for your safari stay. The six tented rooms combine privacy and comfort complete with en suite bathrooms with a shower and air-conditioning.

Upholding the traditions of an African safari camp, the tented rooms feature twin beds with white linen and African design bedspreads, side table with lampshade, comfortable chairs, mosquito nets, a mirror stand with hairdryer, luggage stands, plug points as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

For families with children we provide a unique experience by setting up a tented room on the same deck as their parent’s room. This allows parents privacy, but with the peace of mind that the children are on the same deck as their room.

For families with smaller children, we provide stretchers that fit comfortably into the same room as the parents are staying in.

You have the option of staying 2 nights at Tydon Bush Camp if accommodation is available or you can stay at the Tydon Safari Camp for the duration of your stay please request more information from your Krugerpark.com Destination Expert

Wildlife

Kruger National Park

South Africa’s biggest game reserve and home to more than 146 mammals and 500 bird species.

Many first-time visitors long to see Africa’s Big 5, which certainly is possible in the Kruger Park with its estimated 1,500 lion, 12,000 elephant, 2,500 buffalo, 1,000 leopard and 5,000 rhino (both black and white). However, don’t make seeing the Big 5 your only priority as there are plenty of other fascinating animals including cheetah, hippo, giraffe, zebra, warthog, many antelope species, spotted hyena and even the endangered wild dog.

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Sabi Sand Game Reserve is known for its remarkable sightings of the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo and rhino, in addition to leopard. We usually get up close to the wildlife on our game drives, giving you excellent chances to take great photographs in the African bush.

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Price includes

Transfers from OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, Nelspruit or surroundings to and from the Tydon Safari Camp.
Accommodation
Three meals a day
Two safari activities a day ( morning, afternoon or evening safari game drive in open game viewing vehicles on 3 and 4 Day Packages)
Two safari activities a day ( morning, afternoon or evening safari game drive in open game viewing vehicles and one morning bush walk with an armed ranger and tracker on 5, 6 and 7 Day Packages)
Panorama Route on return journey

Open 4×4 safari vehicles are used on game viewing drives in both Kruger Park and Sabi Sand Parks.

Price excludes
Drinks
Compulsory conservation levy – R230 per person

Trip overview

Two Sabi Sand game drives (sunset/evening & afternoon)
One Sabi Sand Game Reserve Bush Walk (morning)
Four Kruger National Park game drives (mornings & afternoons)
One scenic Panorama Route en route to Johannesburg
Transport between Nelspruit or Johannesburg & Tydon Safari Camp (return)
Four nights of en suite accommodation at Tydon Safari Camp
Four breakfasts, three lunches & four dinners

Pick up points – Hotels in & around OR Tambo Airport:
Aviator Hotel
Aero Guest Lodge
Outlook Lodge Lakefield
Outlook Lodge OR Lodge
Birchwood Hote
Holiday Inn
Sunrock Guest House
Peermont Metcourt Hotel Emperors Palace
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Safari Club
Garden court OR Tambo
Eagle Rock Executive Suites
City Lodge OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun OR Tambo
Peermont D’Oreale Grand Emperors Palace
Protea Hotel OR Tambo

Pick up points – Hotels in Sandton CBD
Town Lodge Sandton
Park Inn Sandton
Courtyard Hotel Sandton
City Lodge, Corner Katherine Street and Grayston Drive
Glenalmond Hotel Sandton
Garden Court Sandton City
Southern Sun, 115 Katherine Street
Radisson Blu Hotel Sandton
Radisson Blu Hotel Gautrain
Protea Hotel Balalaika
Maslow Hotel
Sandton Sun
Hilton Hotel Sandton
Intercontinental Sandton

Overview

Countries visited: South Africa

Explore the Kruger National Park with this amazing 5 day package. You get to maximise your stay in the Kruger, with professional guides leading both morning and evening game drives. This affords plenty of opportunities to spot the Big Five and take in the pristine wilderness of the national park.

Pre and Post accommodation can be booked with our Safari Experts

**Safari Pick up’s and drop off’s available from the following destinations: Johannesburg, Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, Skukuza, prices will vary**

Itinerary

Day 1: Kruger National Park

We depart from Johannesburg between 06h00 – 07h30 to allow for various collection points.  (**Safari Pick up’s and drop off’s available from the following destinations: Johannesburg, Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, Skukuza, prices will vary**).

After settling in to our accommodations, you go out on your first game drive which is a SAN PARKS sunset drive. A sunset drive affords you the opportunity to see nocturnal animals that are more active at night and the Park’s rangers are allowed to return after the normal gate closing times. Note that these drives take place in one of the Kruger Park’s vehicles with a Park’s ranger. This is not a private game drive and there may be other guests on this drive. (Children under 6 years of age are not permitted on open vehicle drives.)

Dinner is a three course meal, served al fresco at our private camp within Skukuza. Wine is served with dinner but guests are welcome to bring along additional / alternative drinks which can be purchased at the shop.

Day 2, 3 and 4: Early Mornings and Game Drives in the Park

Safaris are all about early mornings, getting out there and seeing animals! The time you go on your Game Drive varies according to the seasons and camp gate opening times. Tea and cofffee is served with muffins and fruit before departing on the Game Drive which will take approximately 3-4 hours. Your guide has an intimate knowledge of the park, which contributes a great deal towards brilliant sightings!
On returning to camp, brunch will be ready.

You then have time to enjoy a swim, catch up on some sleep, visit the park shop which includes African curios, general food items and drinks, take a walk around the camp, or simply relax! Be sure to bring along your binoculars!

After a siesta we set off on the afternoon Kruger Park game drive. We conduct all our game drives in specially adapted 4×4 open game drive vehicles to allow you the best possible vantage point.

Share African safari stories at the camp fire under the stars after a scrumptious dinner served at camp.
(Breakfast & Dinner included)

Day 5: Final day in the Park 

The final day of your Kruger Park Safari will be your last chance to see the Big Five Animals that have eluded you thus far. After breakfast you will be transferred to your chosen destination (Johannesburg, Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, Skukuza)

Optional Excursion (free of charge)

An opitional excursion (free of charge) is offered to visit select attractions along the Panorama Route.  You will enjoy breakfast in camp at 07h30, depart from camp at 08h15 and visit attractions such as the Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondavels, Lisbon Waterfalls and God’s Window. Stop in one of the small towns en-route for lunch (lunch is excluded from the price).  Arrive back at camp between 17h00 and 18h00. This excursion is available free of charge, replaces your game drives for the day and will be co-ordinated while you are on safari. (Kindly note that this excursion is not available on the first or last day of your Safari due to time constrictions)

Accommodation

Skukuza is the headquarters of the Kruger Park and has become a little town in the middle of the bush. Its 1400 residents and thousands of daily visitors enjoy wonderful views through Sycamore Figs and Natal Mahoganies. Skukuza Rest Camp is situated on the southern banks of the Sabie River. The camp is well foliaged and there are some lofty trees along the river’s edge. Activities and facilities are diverse, as are the animals and plants found both within the camp and in the surrounding areas. It features a variety of accommodation options such as camp sites, 21 furnished safari tents, semi luxury bungalows, cottages and 4 guesthouses. It also features a doctor, a shop with an impressive bronze statue outside, a bank, a post office, a library, a museum, a restaurant and a cafeteria with decks that overlook the river.

Accommodation consists of twin bed (2 single beds), air conditioned, ensuite accommodation. There are no double beds available in this accommodation category. Family or 3 bed chalets are available on request. Please discuss your requirements with your consultant. Linen, towels and soap are provided. Your chalet does have a few power points, but adapters are not included. Your chalet does not include a safe, but you do have a key to lock your chalet when leaving. Hairdryer and mosquito nets are not included. We find that mosquitoes are not a problem in your chalet at night, as the doors and windows have mosquito meshing which prevents mosquitoes from entering your chalet, if they are kept closed. There are no Wi-Fi facilities at your chalet. The solution to this would be to purchase “pay as you go” data for a local sim card, when you arrive in South Africa. Vodacom seems to have the best coverage in the Kruger Park, although it is patchy and not always reliable.

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Price includes:

• Professional drivers/guides (FGASA registered – Field Guides Association of Southern Africa)
• Meals as specified per itinerary
• All day Game Drives in the Kruger National Park in an open game drive vehicle
• SAN PARKS sunset drive (All Kruger Park Safari guests over 6 years of age)
• All entry fees and daily conservation levies
• Accommodation as per chosen option
• Bottled mineral water during the day in the Kruger National Park
• Wine with dinner in the Kruger National Park
• Return transfers from Johannesburg or from your chosen location

• Return transfers from chosen location as below:
Skukuza airport to Skukuza
KMIA to Skukuza to KMIA
KMIA to Skukuza to JNB
JNB to Skukuza to KMIA
JNB to Skukuza to JNB

Price Excludes:
• Meals not specified in itinerary
• Guests are welcome to bring their own drinks to dinner, which can be purchased at the Park’s shop
• Items of a personal nature
• Gratuities

Single supplement:
A single supplement will be charged if a guest travelling in a group requires single room accommodation.
The single supplement will be waivered for solo travellers only.

Important Notes:

On safari, you will be accommodated inside the Kruger National Park and do not stay outside the Kruger, unless forced to do so because of availability.

Classic Kruger Safaris make use of twin bed (2 single beds), air conditioned, ensuite accommodation. There are no double beds available in this accommodation category. Family or 3 bed chalets are available on request. Please discuss your requirements with your consultant. Linen, towels and soap are provided.

It is important to note that this is not a private safari and more than likely there will be other guests joining you on the game drive vehicles, air-conditioned mini bus transfer vehicles as well as in the dining facility.

Please note that sunset game drive times are subject to change and availability on the day. These drives are conducted by SAN PARKS, by one of their rangers and in one of their vehicles. There will most likely be other guests on this drive. Children under 6 years of age are not allowed on SAN Parks open game drive vehicles.

Although children are welcome on safaris, we reserve the right not to allow younger children on normal game drives. This will be entirely up to the guide’s discretion and will be in order to ensure a pleasurable game drive for all guests (including the parents). Should this be the case, a bush bumble (kiddies game drive) will be conducted after the normal game drive, especially for the kids. Babysitting is not offered and as such one of the parents will have to stay behind to watch the children. Private game drives for families can be arranged at an extra charge.

Guests flying out of OR Tambo Airport on the last day are reminded to not book any flights earlier than 19h00 (domestic) or 20h00 (international) in order to allow for time to get to the airport. We recommend that you rather stay over in Johannesburg if possible. Since we cannot guarantee the arrival time in Johannesburg on the last day we will not be held responsible for reimbursements of flight tickets, should we arrive later than expected. Guests flying out of Nelspruit on the last day may, depending on their flight details, not have enough time to see the Panorama Route. Private transfers for guests with early flights can be arranged in advance at an extra charge.