7-Day Radisson and Greenfire Safari Combo

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

Johannesburg to Hoedspruit and Afternoon Safari

Depart from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg in the morning for a scenic road transfer to Hoedspruit, gateway to the Greater Kruger region. On arrival, check in to the modern and comfortable Radisson Hotel Hoedspruit, set on the outskirts of town with beautiful views towards the Drakensberg escarpment. In the afternoon, head out on an open-vehicle safari in the Tshukudu Private Game Reserve, renowned for its diverse wildlife and excellent game-viewing opportunities. Return to the hotel in the evening to enjoy dinner and relax beside the large swimming pool after a memorable first day in the bushveld.

Main Destination:

Hoedspruit (Town)

Activities:

Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

• Luxury hotel located in Hoedspruit (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Safari in Kruger National Park

Enjoy a packed breakfast before setting off for a full-day safari into the world-famous Kruger National Park, one of Africa's largest and most celebrated game reserves. Spend the day exploring its varied landscapes in search of the Big 5 and an abundance of other wildlife, from elephants and lions to giraffes and countless bird species. Lunch is taken at one of the park's rest camps at your own cost. In the late afternoon, return to the Radisson Hotel Hoedspruit, your comfortable base for the first three nights, to enjoy dinner and unwind after an exciting day of game viewing.

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

Activities:

Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

• Luxury hotel located in Hoedspruit (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Panorama Route Tour

Spend the day exploring one of South Africa's most scenic drives, the Panorama Route, which winds through the Mpumalanga escarpment. Visit the dramatic Blyde River Canyon, one of the largest green canyons in the world, and take in the sweeping vistas from God's Window. Stop at impressive waterfalls and other scenic viewpoints along the way, learning about the geology and history of the region. Lunch along the route is at your own cost. In the evening, return to the Radisson Hotel Hoedspruit for a relaxing dinner after a day filled with breathtaking natural scenery.

Main Destination:

Panorama Route (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit

• Luxury hotel located 1-2hr drive from Panorama Route (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre and Transfer to Balule

After breakfast, check out of the Radisson Hotel Hoedspruit and visit the renowned Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre, dedicated to the care and release of injured and orphaned wildlife, including birds of prey, big cats and other species found in the region. Afterwards, transfer to Greenfire Game Lodge, an intimate luxury lodge set within the Balule Private Game Reserve, part of the unfenced Greater Kruger ecosystem. In the afternoon, head out on your first open-vehicle game drive through the reserve in search of the Big 5 and other wildlife. Return to the lodge for a delicious dinner under the African sky.

Main Destination:

Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (Wildlife Sanctuary)

Activities:

Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Greenfire Big 5 Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day of Game Drives in Balule Private Game Reserve

Enjoy a full day of wildlife viewing in the Balule Private Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger area and renowned for its excellent Big 5 sightings and unspoilt wilderness. Set out on a morning game drive as the bush comes alive at dawn, followed by leisure time back at the lodge to relax by the pool or simply enjoy the tranquil surroundings. In the afternoon, head out again for a sunset game drive, tracking the resident wildlife as the light turns golden. Full-board dining is enjoyed at Greenfire Game Lodge throughout the day, with delicious meals served between activities in the lodge's relaxed safari atmosphere.

Main Destination:

Balule Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)

High Season October to March (Not overly crowded)

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

Wildlife in Balule NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

Show more

HyenaCommon

White RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

Black RhinoRare

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogRare

Activities:

Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Greenfire Big 5 Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Full Day of Game Drives in Balule Private Game Reserve

Continue your safari experience with another full day of game drives in the Balule Private Game Reserve. The morning drive offers excellent opportunities to spot the Big 5 and other wildlife as they move about in the cooler hours of the day, while knowledgeable guides share insights into the local flora, fauna and ecosystem. Between drives, enjoy leisure time at Greenfire Game Lodge, relaxing on the deck or at the pool. In the afternoon, set out once more for a game drive as the bush transforms in the golden evening light. Full-board dining continues at the lodge, rounding off another unforgettable day in the Greater Kruger wilderness.

Main Destination:

Balule Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Activities:

Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Greenfire Big 5 Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Final Game Drive and Departure from Hoedspruit

Rise early for a final morning game drive through the Balule Private Game Reserve, making the most of the last opportunity to spot wildlife in this unfenced section of the Greater Kruger. Return to Greenfire Game Lodge for breakfast before checking out and beginning the road transfer back to Johannesburg. The journey takes you from the bushveld back towards the city, arriving at OR Tambo International Airport in the late afternoon, bringing this memorable combination of safari lodge and private game reserve experiences to a close.

Main Destination:

Balule Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Activities:

Game drives (Open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

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.