5-Day Fully Inclusive Big 5 Kruger Safari

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

Hoedspruit Airport to Timbavati Nature Reserve

Upon arrival at Hoedspruit Airport, a quick transfer takes you to Timbavati Game Reserve, which is seamlessly part of Greater Kruger National Park.

After settling in, enjoy an adventurous afternoon game drive tracking the Big Five with an armed ranger and local Shangaan tracker.

Timbavati's 1-hour journey offers a diverse wildlife experience, including over 360 bird species. Encounter the famous "White Lions of Timbavati" and, at some lodges, take guided safari walks for a deeper connection with the wild.

This condensed experience ensures thrilling game drives and immersive encounters in Timbavati Game Reserve.

You will overnight at Motswari Game Lodge.

Main Destination:

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger)

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

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

White RhinoOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Motswari Game Lodge

• Luxury+ lodge located inside Motswari GR (Timbavati NR)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Timbavati Nature Reserve to Sabi Sands Game Reserve

Following your morning game drive, you'll be transported southward to your game lodge in the Sabi Sands Reserve, an integral part of Greater Kruger.

Take the opportunity to check in before embarking on an afternoon game drive. The transfer from Timbavati to Sabi Sands takes approximately 3 hours.

As a component of the Greater Kruger National Park, Sabi Sands Reserve operates without fences, allowing wildlife to roam freely between Sabi Sands and the broader park. Thanks to sound conservation management policies, you can enjoy close encounters with animals unthreatened by vehicles.

Expert rangers and local Shangaan trackers lead safaris, ensuring exceptional sightings of elusive leopards, majestic lions, rhinos, elephants, and buffaloes during 4x4 open vehicle game drives in the morning and evening.

Many lodges also offer thrilling safari walks with armed guides as part of your immersive game-viewing experience.

After a day of adventure, overnight at Arathusa Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Sabi Sand Private 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 Sand GR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

LeopardCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraCommon

Show more

BuffaloCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

White RhinoOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Arathusa Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Sabi Sand GR (Greater Kruger)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Sabi Sands Game Reserve to Hoedspruit Airport

Begin your final day in this African paradise with a morning game drive, savoring the last moments of wildlife exploration.

Subsequently, you'll be transported to Hoedspruit Airport for your flight to Johannesburg, which will connect you to your international journey back home.

The transfer from Sabi Sands to Hoedspruit Airport takes about 2 hours.

We wish you safe travels until next time.

Main Destination:

Hoedspruit Airport (Hoedspruit)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.