3-Day Fly from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park

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

Flight from Johannesburg – Arrival in Kruger & Afternoon Game Drive

Your safari adventure begins with a scheduled flight from OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg) to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMIA)
On arrival, you’ll be transferred to your lodge near Kruger or inside a private reserve. After check-in, as you settle into the tranquil bush setting.

Afternoon Game Drive (±3 hours)
In the late afternoon, embark on your first open 4x4 game drive, exploring the African savannah as wildlife begins to stir. Golden hour is prime time to get a chance to spot big 5
Your safari guide will share fascinating facts about the wildlife, ecology, and tracking. As the sun sets, you’ll stop for sundowners before continuing the drive with a spotlight to glimpse nocturnal animals like hyenas, bush babies, and owls.

Return to the lodge for a delicious dinner.

Main Destination:

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

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

White RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

Accommodation:

Umbhaba Eco Lodge

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Kruger NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day Game Drive

A full day in Kruger National Park promises an immersive wildlife adventure from sunrise to sunset. The day begins with an early morning game drive, the best time to spot predators and other wildlife as they roam in the cool morning air.

After a mid-morning break or bush breakfast, the journey continues through diverse landscapes, encountering elephants, giraffes, lions, rhinos, and a rich variety of birdlife. Guests enjoy lunch at a rest camp before heading out again in the afternoon, when animals gather around waterholes.
With expert guides leading the way, this full-day safari offers an unforgettable glimpse into the rhythm of life in the African bush.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Accommodation:

Umbhaba Eco Lodge

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Kruger NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Flight to Johannesburg

On the final day, you will enjoy a hearty breakfast at the lodge, taking in the tranquil surroundings of the bush one last time.
After check-out, you will be transferred to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, for your return flight to Johannesburg, concluding your unforgettable Kruger experience, marking the end of an unforgettable safari experience in one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife reserves.

Main Destination:

Johannesburg Airport (Johannesburg)

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.