Bongan Safaris

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$680 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

Manyeleti Sunset /Night Drive Bongan African Lodge

Manyeleti Sunset /Night Drive Bongan African Lodge

We will pick you up in Johannesburg at 630 am. Transfer to Hoedspruit. After lunch (at your own cost), we'll proceed to your first overnight accommodation at Bongan African Lodge in an African village near the Manyeleti Reserve. Upon arrival, our dedicated staff will welcome you and show you to your chalets, where you can relax. Your first official safari experience will commence shortly after settling into your accommodation—the sunset drive. Enjoy as the last rays of the gorgeous light bathe the African bushveld in vivid reds, yellows, and pinks (Hint: the lighting will add a romantic element to your photographs!). The sunset drive allows you the unique experience of spotting some nocturnal creatures that ordinarily are hidden during the day—The game drive continues into the night. Watch out for eyes glowing in the dark! Return to the Bongan African Lodge for a Delicious dinner Have your overnight stay in your comfortable chalet.

Main Destination:
Manyeleti Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)
High Season October to March (It never gets very crowded)
Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Fair and little rain)

Wildlife in Manyeleti GR

ZebraCommon
ElephantOccasional
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
CheetahOccasional
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GiraffeOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
HippoOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Bongan Safari Lodge
  • Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Manyeleti GR (Greater Kruger)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Kruger Park Full-Day Game Drive in an Open Vehicle

Kruger Park Full-Day Game Drive in an Open Vehicle

Set those alarms for a bright and early! It’s time for your safari experience in the Kruger National Park. Starting from Orpen Gate in Kruger and driving through the central areas of Kruger Park. Your guide will show you the varied fauna and flora of this magnificent wildlife paradise. The open-sided game vehicle (with added elevation and absence of windows) allows for excellent viewing and photographic opportunities. Please keep your eyes peeled for our famous Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo). Dinner will be served from 7:30 pm in the Bongan boma.

Main Destination:
Central 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:
Bongan Safari Lodge
  • Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Morning Gamedrive and Cultral Village Tour

Morning Gamedrive and Cultral Village Tour

Your guide will take you on an early 4-hour game drive around the game reserve. Breakfast will be served at Bongan African Lodge. A late morning siesta is also a popular option.
After lunch (at your own cost), we can explore the cultures of the village. One can also visit the African Sangoma.[ There is an option to skip the village excursion and do a full-day game drive in Kruger Park. Dinner will be served at Bongan African Lodge, and enjoy your overnight in chalets.

Main Destination:
Manyeleti Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation:
Bongan Safari Lodge
  • Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Manyeleti GR (Greater Kruger)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Manyeleti Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Hoedspruit

Manyeleti Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Hoedspruit

Have an early game drive in Manyeleti / Kruger Park. After breakfast at 10:00 am, we'll transfer you to your shuttle service in Hoedspruit.

Main Destination:
Manyeleti Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Bongan Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Bongan Safaris.