African Wildlife Plains

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$3,090 to $3,706 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 & Transfer to Arathusa Safari Lodge

Arrival & Transfer to Arathusa Safari Lodge

Upon your arrival at Hoedspruit Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your private driver and transferred to the renowned Arathusa Safari Lodge, located within the exclusive Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, adjoining Kruger National Park. Sit back and enjoy a scenic drive through the Lowveld as you make your way to the lodge. After check-in, take time to relax and settle into your luxurious surroundings before your safari experience begins. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy the lodge's facilities, overlooking a popular waterhole frequented by wildlife, before departing on your first exciting afternoon game drive in search of Africa's iconic Big Five, followed by a memorable sundowner in the bush.

Main Destination:
Hoedspruit Airport (Hoedspruit)
Accommodation:
Arathusa Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2

Morning & Afternoon Big Five Game Drives

Morning & Afternoon Big Five Game Drives

Wake up to the sounds of the African bush before setting off on an early morning game drive with an experienced ranger and tracker. The cool morning hours offer excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five, as well as cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, zebras, and a remarkable variety of birdlife. Return to the lodge for a delicious breakfast and enjoy time to relax by the pool or watch wildlife gather at the waterhole. In the late afternoon, head out on another thrilling game drive as the bush comes alive once more. End the day with a traditional sundowner before returning to the lodge for a delightful dinner under the African sky.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)
High Season October to March (It can get a bit busy)
Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain)

Wildlife in Sabi Sands

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
LeopardCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraCommon
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
White RhinoOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Arathusa Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 3

Another Day of Big Five Safari

Another Day of Big Five Safari

Enjoy another unforgettable day immersed in the pristine wilderness of the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve. Begin with an early morning game drive as your knowledgeable ranger and tracker search for elusive predators, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and countless other wildlife species. After breakfast, unwind at the lodge, take in the peaceful surroundings, or watch animals visiting the nearby waterhole. Later in the afternoon, venture back into the bush for another expertly guided game drive, where every outing offers new sightings and unique wildlife encounters. Return to the lodge in the evening to enjoy exceptional hospitality, delicious cuisine, and the unforgettable atmosphere of the African bush.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation:
Arathusa Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4

Departure & Transfer to Hoedspruit Airport

Departure & Transfer to Hoedspruit Airport

Enjoy your final morning in the African bush with a leisurely breakfast while taking in the peaceful surroundings of Arathusa Safari Lodge. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time to relax and enjoy the last views of the wildlife before checking out. Your private driver will then transfer you comfortably to Hoedspruit Airport, where your safari adventure comes to an end. Depart with unforgettable memories of remarkable wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and the exceptional hospitality that made your private Kruger safari a truly memorable experience.

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

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • 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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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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