Wild Kruger

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$1,533 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

OR Tambo to Sabi Sand Game Reserve

OR Tambo to Sabi Sand Game Reserve

All logistics are covid-19 regulation dependent.

Start the day early on this intimate small group safari (less than 10 people) from OR Tambo Airport. A transfer from your hotel to the shuttle pick-up point costs ZAR 875 per transfer.

Alternatively, we do collect from Nelspruit Airport at 1:15 pm and Skukuza Airport (R100 landing fee). This provides flexibility to get to the safari.

A scenic drive with fantastic photographic opportunities takes us though the escarpment and the lowveld to the Sabi Sands Game Reserve (when taking the shuttle service from Johannesburg). We advise guests to buy take-out meals at the standard road stop (on their own account).

The afternoon drives continue after dark (sunset drive) and dinner is afterwards.

Overnight at your Sabi Sand Luxury Lodge.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Game 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:
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside
  • Luxury lodge located inside Umkumbe GR (Sabi Sands)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

The day starts with an early wake-up call between 5:00 am and 5:30 am. Tea, coffee and muffins are enjoyed before leaving at first light on your morning game drive. Your Sabi Sand morning activity can either be a game drive or bush walk. While seeing big game is always breathtakingly impressive, there are many other species. You'll be returning to the lodge at around 9:00 am for a full breakfast. You can also opt for a bush walk instead of the morning game drive.

Lunch is served around 2:00 pm.

The afternoon drive extends into the evening and you will be spoiled when stopping to enjoy some sun-downer refreshments.

Your guide will assist with a spotlight so that you may view the African wildlife during the night activities.

Meals are an extraordinary culinary experience where traditional African cuisine fuse effortlessly with modern trends. Vegetarians and other dietary requirements are also specially catered for.

Your overnight stay is at the Sabi Sand Luxury Lodge.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation:
Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside
  • Luxury lodge located inside Umkumbe GR (Sabi Sands)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Sabi Sand Game Reserve to Kruger National Park

Sabi Sand Game Reserve to Kruger National Park

The day starts with an early wake-up call between 5:00am and 5:30 am. Tea, coffee and muffins are enjoyed before leaving at first light on your morning game drive. Afterwards, return to lodge for a full breakfast at 9:00 am. You can also opt for a bush walk instead of the morning game drive (should the lodge include it).

After breakfast and a short rest break, and you will be transferred back to Kruger National Park for your overnight stay.

Your afternoon Kruger game drive starts at approximately 3:00 pm.

Animal sightings are not guaranteed, however the chances to spot all of the Big Five on our safari is very good!

Delicious dinner and pudding (catering for various diets) is included after the afternoon game drive. A glass of wine or juice can be enjoyed with dinner.

Your overnight stay is in Kruger National Park.

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

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraAbundant
HippoCommon
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HyenaCommon
White RhinoOccasional
LionOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Skukuza Rest Camp
  • Mid-range bungalow located inside Southern Kruger
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Kruger National Park

Kruger National Park

The start time of your morning drive will depend on Kruger rest camp gate opening times (as it differs throughout the year). April to September, the rest camp gates open at 6:00 am, November to January (4:30 am). February, March and October rest camp gates open at 5:30 am.

After the morning game drive, enjoy a hot brunch.

Our included optional bush walk can be joined on safaris 5-day/4-night and longer. It's restricted to ages 12 to 64.

Dinner is a meal South Africans regularly enjoy (for various diets) with pudding and a glass of wine.

Optional Panorama Route can be booked at ZAR 3500 per person (to replace the activities for the day).
Pre-bookable: Places visited are Gods Window, Bourke’s Luck, Three Rondavels (Blyde River Canyon) and a waterfall (timing dependent). Meal/lunch stop on route (at your own expense).

Overnight in Kruger park.

Main Destination:
Kruger National Park
Accommodation:
Skukuza Rest Camp
  • Mid-range bungalow located inside Southern Kruger
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Kruger National Park to OR Tambo Airport

Kruger National Park to OR Tambo Airport

The day starts early (after the game rangers or hosts’ wake-up call). The start time of your morning drive will depend on rest camp gate opening times (as it differs throughout the year). You may still be able to see nocturnal animals. April to September, the rest camp gates open at 6:00 am, November to January 4:30 am, February, March and October the rest camp gates open at 5:30 am.

Enjoy coffee or tea with rusks/muffins. The morning game drive is the last chance to spot the Big Five, offering guests the opportunity to explore spectacular wild Africa, to spot an array of interesting wildlife.

After the morning game drive, brunch is a hot breakfast.

Guests are dropped off at Skukuza Airport according to their flight time (pre-arranged), at Nelspruit Airport strictly 1:15 pm and in Johannesburg between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm (included).

Main Destination:
Kruger National Park
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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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