Big Five Camping Safari

5-Day Big Five Camping Safari with Panorama Highlights

$1409-1950 USD

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Safari summary

Experience an authentic 5-day Kruger and Panorama Route camping adventure with Knap Tours. Guided by expert local guides, enjoy Big Five game drives, scenic viewpoints, and starry nights in the bush. Explore the iconic Panorama highlights, including God’s Window and Blyde River Canyon. This budget-friendly safari blends wilderness, culture, and adventure—perfect for travellers wanting a true South African experience at an affordable price.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	South Africa
	Parks	Kruger

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Private vehicle and driver
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Travel to Dumela Sunset Game Drive

Kruger

Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up from Johannesburg. You'll sit back and enjoy the scenic drive to Dumela Tented Camp in the Greater Kruger area. After check-in and some relaxation time, you'll head out for your first guided sunset game drive in the Greater Kruger. You'll watch for wildlife as the bush comes alive in the golden light. You'll return to the camp for a hearty dinner under the stars and your first night in the African wilderness.

Full-Day Safari Kruger National

Kruger

After an early breakfast, you'll depart for a full-day guided safari inside Kruger National Park. You'll travel in an open safari vehicle with an experienced guide as you search for the Big Five and many more species in their natural habitat. Lunch is at your own expense at a rest camp in the park. You'll return to Dumela in the late afternoon, where dinner and stories around the fire await you.

Scenic Panorama Route Exploration

Kruger

Today offers a break from game drives as you head out on a full-day tour of the Panorama Route. You'll visit iconic stops like God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the Three Rondavels, soaking in sweeping views and dramatic landscapes. You'll enjoy the cool highlands and capture some stunning photographic moments before returning to camp for dinner and a relaxing evening in the bush.

Another Big Day in Kruger National

Kruger

You'll enjoy another exciting full-day safari in Kruger National Park. With each game drive offering something different, you’ll have a second chance to spot rare wildlife and witness predator-prey dynamics in action. Your guide will share fascinating facts about the animals and the ecosystem. Lunch is at your own cost at one of the park’s camps. You'll end the day with a delicious dinner back at Dumela.

Game Drive & Return to Johannesburg

You'll rise early for a final morning game drive—your last chance to spot Kruger’s incredible wildlife. After returning to camp for breakfast and check-out, you'll begin the journey back to Johannesburg. You'll arrive in the late afternoon, with drop-off at your hotel or airport. With new memories and amazing photos, you’ll leave with the true spirit of the bush in your heart.

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