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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

Arrival Greater Kruger

Arrival Greater Kruger

Upon arrival at Hoedspruit Airport, you are met by our local representative who will transfer you privately by road to the beautiful Makanyi Lodge in the Timbavati Nature Reserve. From the moment you arrive, you know you are somewhere special, the Lodge is set in the middle of Big 5 Country overlooking a private waterhole, the ideal place to relax and unwind before embarking on your first game drive.

The drive is approximately 3 hours long and led by expert guides and trackers who will find and show you the finest wildlife that SouthAfrica has to offer. Your safari is all about experiencing and viewing the animals, birds and plant-life that is so abundant in this beautiful part of the world. Stop of Sunset drinks in the bush and hear the sounds of the nocturnal animals coming to life.

After your drive you return to the lodge for dinner and enjoy the rest of the evening at Leisure.

Main Destination:
Timbavati 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
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
White RhinoOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Makanyi Private Game Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Timbavati NR (Greater Kruger)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2-4

Luxury Big 5 Safari

Luxury Big 5 Safari

You have an early morning wake up call, followed by coffee and tea along with some snacks before departing on your Morning Safari.

The drive is approximately three hours long, and your guide and tracker will look for the Big 5 and other wonderful animals that are found in the area. You will stop for some tea and coffee and snacks before heading back to the lodge for breakfast and a day at leisure.

Spend some time relaxing at the lodge and enjoying all the facilities it has.

In the afternoon after lunch you will depart on your safari with a stop for sunset drinks and return to the lodge after about 3 hours for dinner.

Main Destination:
Timbavati Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation:
Makanyi Private Game Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Timbavati NR (Greater Kruger)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Departure Day

Departure Day

After your morning game drive and breakfast you will check out of the lodge and be collected for your transfer to the airport.

Main Destination:
Hoedspruit Airport (Hoedspruit)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

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 Adventura Africa, not SafariBookings.
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  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
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