Safari begins
From O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, board a scheduled flight to Eastgate Airport in Hoedspruit where you will be met and transferred to the lodge in the Greater Kruger Park.
Upon arrival, settle in and enjoy a light lunch before embarking on your first thrilling game drive into this world-renowned park in the late afternoon. Simbavati River Lodge is a popular choice for a genuine safari experience in South Africa. Situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National Park, the lodge offers a prime location for wildlife viewing. The area is known for its diverse animal population, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo), and it provides a less crowded experience compared to some other parts of Kruger.
In the evening, dine al fresco under the African sky. The lodge offers a unique and immersive walking safari experience that allows guests to explore the African bush on foot.
- Main Destination:
- Greater Kruger
- Accommodation:
- Simbavati River Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Safari continues
Enjoy a morning game drive accompanied by experienced field guides and trackers. You will see herds of elephants, prides of lions sweeping the horizon, or even a leopard on a tree branch. Savour a hot chocolate as you watch the sunrise, then return to the lodge for a delicious breakfast.
As the heat of the day hits, cool off in the pool or take a well-earned nap in your room before the afternoon's activities begin. On your second game drive of the day, keep a lookout for some of the park's other popular mammals, such as majestic kudus, zebras, playful warthogs and gentle giraffes. After thrilling game drives, you can relax by the pool, enjoy spa treatments, or dine on gourmet meals prepared with local ingredients.
Simbavati River Lodge is a superb choice for travellers looking for an immersive safari experience in South Africa.
From January 2025, all tents will have private plunge pools on their private decks.
- Main Destination:
- Greater Kruger
- Accommodation:
- Simbavati River Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Safari ends
There should be time for one final game activity before you say goodbye to the amazing staff at the lodge and before you are driven to the airport for your scheduled return flight to Johannesburg.
The pricing includes a bonus of 1 complimentary night when staying between 1 November 2024 and 20 December 2024, 6 January and 31 March 2025, and 1 November 2025 and 20 December 2025.
This is a great honeymoon option, and the lodge also has a family chalet. If you're on honeymoon, one partner pays 60% of the accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Johannesburg Airport (Johannesburg)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: