4-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 4-Day Kruger Budget Safari departs daily from O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. You need to be at the airport 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 some comfort stops along the way to stretch your legs and buy snacks/refreshments before journeying forward. Your ETA in Hazyview is around 1:00 PM.

Upon arrival, check into the chalets at the lodge and take some time to freshen up and relax. At approximately 3:00 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 short 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

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestCommon

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HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

CheetahOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogRare

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 by 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.

Enjoy dinner at the lodge, 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 8-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.

At least one of the following waterfalls can be seen, depending on the time of year and the rainfall: Lisbon Falls, Lone Creek Falls or Mac-Mac Falls.

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

Return and Drop-Off in Johannesburg

On the final morning of your 4-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 that this sunrise game drive is optional and at your own expense.

Just before 12:00 PM, 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 O.R. Tambo Airport is between 5:30 PM and 6:00 PM.

This marks the conclusion of your affordable and unforgettable 4-Day Kruger Budget Safari experience with Big Bull Safaris.

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.