Magic Safaris in Kruger S.A.
7 days—Kruger National Park - your Safari dreams have just come true
$1750-2100 USD
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Safari summary
Kruger National Park - This is one of the most sought after South African destinations. A comfortable drive from the ORT airport will bring you to this special place on earth where the bush presents a balance of nature and the smell of thatched huts and campfires bring peace to your soul. Game drives (Safaris) as well as scenic drives will keep you breathless during this short yet wonderful tour to this diverse country, South Africa.
The Kruger National Park is the primary destination in South Africa for many international tourists. Each year more than 2.5 million visitors are registered to enter the Park.
The KNP is internationally known for being home to the "Big Five" - Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino.
This world distinguished Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. Established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African Lowveld, this national park of nearly 2 million hectares is unrivalled in the diversity of its life forms. Your visit to this most sought after destination will leave you in total awe!
Our pride in personal service will guarantee that your tour with us will be a memorable occasion.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Easy activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Itinerary
Day 1
Kruger
Day 1: ORT International Airport to Kruger Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) in the morning to be met by your tour guide. An early start as we drive from the Highveld to the Lowveld region of the Mpumalanga Province, taking in the vast changes in scenery until we reach the Lodge on the border of Kruger National Park. Book in and relax while exploring this lovely lodge on the banks on the beautiful Sabie River. This river run into the Kruger National Park. Dinner will be typical deliciously South African Cuisine with the choice of lovely SA wines to compliment a great evening. Hippo Hollow is famous for Hippos wandering out of the water and around the lodge although at a safe distance from the chalets. Cultural dancing by local Shangaan people take you into your first night of exposure to warm South African hospitality. Main destination: Hazyview Accommodation: Hippo Hollow Mid-range lodge located in or near Hazyview Meals & drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Kruger
Day 2: Safari in Kruger National Park We depart from the lodge and enter the park and start enjoying game viewing (Safari) at its best from an open game viewer. While looking for the famous Big 5 (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino) we also take in all the beautiful nature that South Africa's world famous Kruger has to offer. We stop at various intervals, seeking out waterholes and picnic spots for comfort breaks. A day filled with the pure excitement of finding wild animals, birds, insects and reptiles in their own habitat will leave you in total awe. Dinner will be in the Camp restaurant overlooking the river. Going to bed with the sounds of nature lingering around will be a perfect end to a great day. Main destination: Kruger National Park Accommodation: Skukuza Rest Camp Mid-range bungalow located inside Kruger NP Meals & drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Kruger
Day 3: Satara Camp Kruger National Park We rise before the sun even lift its head and embark on a morning game drive in search of animals that may have eluded us to that point. We visit a lovely lookout point from where the magnificent Olifants River and what it has to offer can be viewed. As we ease into the morning and find not only the animals but look for the Big five trees and birds we take in a creation of nature that can only leave you breathless. We head back to the camp to enjoy a great breakfast after which you can spend the hot midday hours relaxing at the thatched look out point. Later the afternoon we head out on another 2 - 3 hour drive looking for more of the magic we had seen and not seen. A lovely dinner will be prepared by your hosts while sitting around a fire and just absorbing another great day in Africa. Main destination: Kruger National Park Accommodation: Bungalow Satara Camp Mid-range bungalow located inside Kruger NP Meals & drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Kruger
Day 4 & 5: Wildlife experienced on the wild side This morning we leave Kruger and drive towards the famous Balule Private Game reserve to start a brand new Safari experience. Here we drive off road to look for the wild animals. We stay at a lodge where you have an opportunity to have one on one iteration with Cheetahs while the guide's remain in close proximity to ensure your safety. Unique experience that will stay with you long after you had left this beautiful country. Dinner to be enjoyed around open boma fires while reminiscing about the days spend around the wild animals. Main destination: Balule Nature Reserve Accommodation: Tshukudu or Masodini Game Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Balule NR Meals & drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Day 6: Panoramic Route We leave the lodge after a hearty breakfast to go and see and explore the beautiful Panoramic Route, situated along the Blyde River Canyon, which is said to be the third deepest canyon in the world, and one of the world’s only year-round green canyons. We stop at a number of viewpoints along the way, namely God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Pinnacle Point, Three Rondawels, Lisbon falls and Berlin falls, Mac Mac Falls & Lone Creek Falls. Time will lead us on this day before we leave the Panorama to overnight at yet another beautifully situated lodge. Main destination: Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve Accommodation: Lone Creek River Lodge Mid-range lodge located outside Sabie Meals & drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Day 7: Johannesburg - ORT International Airport The tour end with a transfer to ORT International Airport in Johannesburg, leaving South Africa with lifetime memories. Main destination: Johannesburg Airport Accommodation: End of tour (no accommodation) Meals & drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour Additional accommodation can be arranged at extra cost You'll be dropped off at the airport Included All activities (unless labeled as optional) B & B All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade) Roundtrip airport transfer A professional driver/guide All transportation (unless labeled as optional) All Taxes/VAT Excluded Drinks Government imposed increase of park fees and/or taxes Conservation fees Accommodation on the day before the tour departs Accommodation on the last day International flights (from/to home) Gratuities Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.) Lunches & Dinners Travel Insurance Optional extra for another 1 or 2 nights Overnight at a 4 star Guest house in Pretoria (Bed & Breakfast) Do a one day Historic and cultural tour of Pretoria Overnight at the same Guest house in Pretoria (Bed & Breakfast) Do a half day tour of the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg Leave to be dropped off at the ORT International Airport no later than 14h30 Important to know Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country. Solo travelers welcome, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
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