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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

Arrive in Hoedspruit and transfer to Nambu Camp, Greater Kruger Park

Arrive in Hoedspruit and transfer to Nambu Camp, Greater Kruger Park

This tour starts in the safari town of Hoedspruit with a transfer from the airport to the Olifants West Nature Reserve, a large Big Five game reserve that shares unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park and neighbouring Balule Game Reserve, and boasts beautiful scenery and the Olifants River flows past.

Spend 3 nights on safari at the affordable and wonderful Nambu Camp. This owner-run camp has a large deck and fire pit area with a pool, all overlooking the great views and an active waterhole below. The main area has a large lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows, with dining and lounge spaces.

Each of the chalets is ensuite with a shower, air conditioners and tea and coffee-making facilities. Some of the chalets have private decks.

You are required to pay the conservation fees at the Olifants West entrance gate.

Main Destination:
Balule Private 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
HippoCommon
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HyenaCommon
White RhinoOccasional
Black RhinoOccasional
LionOccasional
Accommodation:
Nambu Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 2-3

Enjoy twice Daily game drives and bush walks

Enjoy twice Daily game drives and bush walks

Enjoy a morning game drive and an afternoon that carries on after the sun has set. Swap out your morning game drive for an immersive walk through the bush, learning about the wildlife of the area on foot and visiting one of the many archaeological sites in the area.

Game Drives: Game drives comprise a 3-hour morning / 2-hour afternoon safari in a Big 5 private concession in the Olifants West Nature Reserve, which forms part of the Greater Kruger. On drives, you'll learn about the flora and fauna of the African bush. Early mornings and late evenings are the best time for game viewing.

Sundowners and Coffee Stops: During the morning game drive, you'll stop for coffee in the middle of the bushveld. Evening game drives always include a sundowner stop and snacks.

Main Destination:
Olifants West Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation:
Nambu Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Return to Hoedspruit

Return to Hoedspruit

Enjoy your last morning game drive, followed by breakfast and depart to Hoedspruit Airport for your onward travel.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
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 Explore & Travel Africa, 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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