Discover Africa Safaris

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$5,742 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

Fly to the Kruger National Park and Timbavati Game Reserve

Fly to the Kruger National Park and Timbavati Game Reserve

Your journey begins with a flight from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit Airport. On arrival, you will be met by a lodge representative and enjoy a road transfer to RockFig Safari Lodge which will be your home for the next four nights. Depending on your flight arrival time, you should be in time to enjoy a late lunch at the lodge followed by your afternoon game drive for your first opportunity to spot some wildlife.

Main Destination:
Timbavati Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa)
Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)
High Season October to March (It rarely gets crowded)
Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Sunny and little rain)

Wildlife in Timbavati NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
LeopardCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraCommon
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
White RhinoOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
RockFig Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Timbavati NR (Greater Kruger, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2-4

Game Viewing in the Timbavati

Game Viewing in the Timbavati

You will have three full days to enjoy the incredible game viewing on offer in this region of the Greater Kruger National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives included in your stay. Your drives are very personal as only four guests will be accommodated per vehicle per game drive. Back at the lodge, you have some downtime to enjoy the facilities, relax on your deck, swim, read a book and exchange stories with other guests. With no fences between the Timbavati and the Kruger National Park, wildlife is free to come and go, making this one of South Africa’s richest wildlife areas. Sightings of predators are a noted feature during the game drives, from wild dogs to leopards and the white lions, Timbavati’s best-known residents.

Main Destination:
Timbavati Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa)
Accommodation:
RockFig Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Timbavati NR (Greater Kruger, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5

Beach Time

Beach Time

Today you bid farewell to the Kruger National Park, and head off to Mozambique where you have some time to truly relax after a busy few days on safari. After the early wake-up call, proceed on the road transfer to MQP Airport in time for the scheduled flight to Vilanculos. Arrive at Vilanculos Airport where you are met by a representative from Santorini for your transfer to the resort.

Santorini Mozambique is like a small Greek village in the heart of a raw African landscape – a magical combination. Being on the mainland, you have the opportunity to experience everything this magical place has to offer. From spending a day out on the blue waters to exploring the colorful markets and local shops of Vilanculos town.

Note: If there is no direct flight on that day, you will be required to fly to Johannesburg, spend a night and then fly to Vilanculos the next day. We will advise you at the time of your enquiry depending on your dates of travel. Prices for 2024 are based on this option.

Main Destination:
Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique)
Accommodation:
Santorini Mozambique
  • Luxury resort located Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6-8

Sun, Sea and Sand

Sun, Sea and Sand

You have a few days to enjoy the facilities on offer at the resort such as kayaks, stand-up paddling, snorkeling, beach volleyball, and beach cricket. Fishing equipment is also available. A special add-on to your package includes a complimentary snorkeling trip to Magaruqye Island and a 15-minute hand or foot treatment at the spa. You can also enjoy a guided tour of Vilanculos which is included in your stay.

Optional activities at an extra cost are also available such as spa treatments, scuba diving, boat trips, scenic helicopter flights, deep-sea fishing, dhow sailing and horse safaris.

Main Destination:
Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique)
Accommodation:
Santorini Mozambique
  • Luxury resort located Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 9

Final Morning

Final Morning

This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to Vilanculos Airport for your flight back to the airport in Johannesburg where you can connect with your flight.

Main Destination:
Johannesburg Airport (Johannesburg, South Africa)
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)

  • 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 Discover Africa Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
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  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Discover Africa Safaris.