5-Day Kruger Budget Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival at Kruger National Park

Your 5-Day Kruger Budget Safari departs daily from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You need to be at the OR Tambo Bus terminal by 6:45 AM, with departure promptly at 7:00 AM.

You'll be travelling East, enjoying scenic views of rolling farmlands and beautiful landscapes en route to our lodge near Kruger National Park. We’ll be making one or two comfortable spots along the way, perfect time to stretch your legs and buy snacks/ refreshments before journeying forward. Your ETA in Hazyview is around 1 PM.

Once you arrive, check in to the chalets at the lodge and take some time to freshen up and relax. At approximately 3 PM, hop on to an open-sided land cruiser for a thrilling 2 to 2.5 hour guided game drive through Kruger National Park. The Lodge is a 15 to 20 minute drive from the Phabeni Kruger Gate.

After your exciting safari game drive, head back to the chalets to unwind with a refreshing drink and soak in the peaceful surroundings.

Enjoy dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)

High Season December to January and July to August

Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain)

Wildlife in Kruger NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

White RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

Accommodation:

Kruger Adventure Lodge

• Budget lodge located near Hazyview (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Full Day Game Drive in Kruger National Park

Start your morning with a warm cup of coffee or tea accompanied with rusks before setting out on a full-day game drive in the Skukuza area of Kruger National Park. A packed breakfast is included for your convenience. The game drives take place in specially modified, 9-seater, open-sided land cruisers designed for optimal wildlife viewing and photography.

After your packed breakfast the game drive continues until lunchtime. Lunch will be enjoyed at one of the park’s restaurants, at your own expense. After a 45-minute lunch break, we embark on an afternoon safari, further exploring the Kruger's diverse wildlife.

Throughout the day, you’ll have ample opportunities to see and photograph a wide variety of wildlife. At the end of the day’s adventure, you’ll return to the chalets where you can unwind before enjoying a delicious dinner at the lodge.

Enjoy dinner followed by an overnight stay in your chalet.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Accommodation:

Kruger Adventure Lodge

• Budget lodge located near Hazyview (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Panorama Route

Today you depart on your adventure on the Panorama Route, revealing one breathtaking view after another. After a delicious breakfast to fuel your day, get ready for an eight-hour journey through some of South Africa's most incredible landscapes.
Various scenic stops will be made along the Panorama Route, first you'll step into a view that stretches on forever at God's Window.

You'll then get to explore other epic sights like The Pinnacle and the unique, water-carved rock formations at Bourke's Luck Potholes. Prepare to be completely captivated by the majestic Blyde River Canyon, with its towering cliffs and the stunning Three Rondavels. You’ll also take in another incredible sight at Wonderview and witness a powerful waterfall, with water plunging from great heights.

Lunch will be available for you to buy along the route at your own expense.

Enjoy dinner followed by an overnight stay in your chalet.

Main Destination:

Panorama Route (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Kruger Adventure Lodge

• Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Panorama Route (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Full Day Game Drive in Kruger National Park

Kick off your day with a hot cup of coffee or tea and a quick bite before heading out on another full-day safari. You'll climb aboard a specially modified, 9-seater, open-sided land cruiser and dive deep into the world-famous Skukuza area of the Kruger National Park.

This safari journey is all about finding the Kruger National Park's amazing wildlife, from the famous Big Five to countless other animals. The elevated position of the 4x4 open-sided vehicle provides excellent vantage points and great photography opportunities. After our sunrise game drive, we will pause for breakfast. In addition to the packed breakfast provided, you can also purchase additional food items at the shop in Kruger Park.

After a day packed with thrilling sightings and great photo opportunities, you’ll return to your chalet where you can unwind before enjoying a delicious dinner.

Enjoy dinner followed by an overnight stay in your chalet.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Accommodation:

Kruger Adventure Lodge

• Budget lodge located near Hazyview (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Return and Drop Off in Johannesburg

On the final morning of your 5-Day Kruger Budget Safari, you’ll have the option to join another early morning sunrise game drive or enjoy a leisurely morning relaxing at the lodge. Please note, this sunrise game drive is optional and at your own expense.

Just before 12 AM, the lodge will arrange your transfer to the shuttle pickup point in Hazyview. From there, you will travel back to Johannesburg with comfort stops along the way. The estimated arrival time at OR Tambo Airport is between 5:30 PM and 6:00 PM.

Main Destination:

Johannesburg (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.