African Wildlife Plains

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$2,015 pp (USD)
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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival & First Night at Angels View

Arrival & First Night at Angels View

Your Mpumalanga adventure begins the moment you land at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport in Nelspruit, where your private transfer is waiting to whisk you away to the beautiful Angels View Lodge in White River. Nestled in the rolling hills of Mpumalanga, this stunning boutique property sets the perfect tone for the extraordinary days ahead. Check into your beautifully appointed room and take a moment to breathe in the crisp bushveld air from your private deck. As the afternoon light softens over the valley, enjoy a welcome drink before settling in for a carefully prepared dinner. Angels View is more than just a first night stopover — it is a warm and gracious introduction to the magic of Mpumalanga, where warm hospitality, sweeping views, and the gentle sounds of the African bush remind you that you have arrived somewhere truly special.

Main Destination:
White River (Town)
Accommodation:
Angels View
  • Mid-range hotel located in Graskop (Panorama Route)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

God's Window, Blyde Canyon & Hoyo Hoyo

God's Window, Blyde Canyon & Hoyo Hoyo

After a hearty breakfast at Angels View, your private vehicle departs for one of South Africa's most breathtaking scenic drives — the legendary Panorama Route. Marvel at the sheer drama of God's Window, where the Lowveld stretches endlessly below you, stand in awe at the swirling potholes of Bourke's Luck, and take in the magnificent Three Rondavels overlooking the Blyde River Canyon — one of the largest green canyons on earth. As the afternoon sun begins its descent, your journey continues into the heart of Kruger National Park, where the celebrated Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge awaits. Arrive to the beating of drums and a traditional Tsonga welcome — an arrival you will never forget. Settle into your luxurious suite, enjoy sundowners on the deck, and prepare for your first evening game drive through the spectacular Mluwati Concession.

Main Destination:
Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve (Panorama Route)
Accommodation:
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Kruger NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 3

Big 5 Safari Day in Kruger National Park

Big 5 Safari Day in Kruger National Park

Today is pure safari. Rise before dawn and head out on your morning game drive through the magnificent Mluwati Concession, one of Kruger's most productive private areas for Big 5 sightings. Your expert ranger and tracker will guide you through the golden grasslands and riverine bush in search of lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo — as well as the extraordinary birdlife and smaller creatures that make every drive a new discovery. Return to Hoyo Hoyo for a leisurely breakfast, then spend the afternoon at your own pace — lounging at the infinity pool, indulging in an in-room spa treatment (optional, for an extra cost), or simply watching wildlife visit the waterhole from your private deck. As the sun dips towards the horizon, head out once more for your evening game drive, sundowners in hand, as the African bush transforms into its magnificent nocturnal self. Dinner under the stars awaits on your return.

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
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HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
White RhinoOccasional
LeopardOccasional
CheetahOccasional
Accommodation:
Hoyo Hoyo Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Central Kruger NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4

One Last Morning at Hoyo Hoyo Lodge

One Last Morning at Hoyo Hoyo Lodge

Your final morning at Hoyo Hoyo begins with one last early game drive as the Kruger bush wakes up around you — a perfect farewell to the African wilderness. Return to the lodge for a leisurely breakfast before your private transfer departs for Hoedspruit Airport, where you'll connect to your onward flight to Johannesburg or Cape Town. A safari that will stay with you long after the dust of the Mluwati has settled.

Main Destination:
Hoedspruit Airport (Hoedspruit)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by African Wildlife Plains, not SafariBookings.
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  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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