Gems of Africa Safari and Tours

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$558 to $624 pp (USD)
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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival at the 4 Star Mabula Game Lodge to enjoy lunch and an afternoon safari with dinner

Arrival at the 4 Star Mabula Game Lodge to enjoy lunch and an afternoon safari with dinner

Please note that transfers to and from the lodge are not included. Should you require transfers, please advise and we will gladly quote. Please also advise if you prefer your game drives to be private, this can be arranged at extra cost.
3hr drive from Johannesburg.

12:00 – 12:30 – Arrive at Mabula Game Lodge.
Arrive slightly early to enjoy your buffet lunch.

13:30 – 14:00 – Check-In to Your Room
Settle into your comfortable room and freshen up for the afternoon game drive.

Afternoon Game Drive:
Winter: Game drives depart at 15:30pm in the afternoon and in summer the game drives depart at 16:30pm.
Depart on your first open-vehicle safari led by experienced rangers. Spot elephants, rhinos, lions, and more.

19:00 – 21:00 – Dinner at the Lodge
Indulge in a buffet gourmet dinner in the restaurant.

21:00 onwards – Evening at Leisure
Enjoy a nightcap at the bar, relax by the fireplace, or do some quiet stargazing.

Main Destination:
Mabula Private Game Reserve (Waterberg Biosphere Reserve)
Best Time To Go May to September (Dry season)
High Season Never (The reserve is little visited)
Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild weather and little rain)
Accommodation:
Mabula Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Mabula GR (Waterberg Biosphere Reserve)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Mabula Game Lodge to view the BIG 5

Mabula Game Lodge to view the BIG 5

Early Morning Game Drive:
In winter game drives depart at 06:30am in the morning and in summer the game drives depart at 05:30am.
Depart on your open-vehicle safari led by experienced rangers. Spot elephants, rhinos, lions, and more.

From 07:00am breakfast will be served.
Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast after enjoying your early morning game drive.

Lounge by the pool, visit the spa (optional), or simply enjoy your room and bush surroundings.

12:30 – 13:30 – Lunch at the Restaurant
A tranquil midday meal with light and hearty options, often enjoyed with a view of wildlife wandering in the distance.

13:30 – 15:30 – Free Time / Optional Activities
Continue relaxing or inquire about optional extras like horseback safaris, quad biking, or a spa massage.

Afternoon Game Drive:
In winter game drives depart at 15:30pm in the afternoon and in summer the game drives depart at 16:30pm.

19:00 – 21:00 – Dinner at the Lodge
Indulge in a buffet gourmet dinner in the restaurant.

Main Destination:
Mabula Private Game Reserve (Waterberg Biosphere Reserve)
Accommodation:
Mabula Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Mabula GR (Waterberg Biosphere Reserve)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Departure from Mabula Game Lodge after enjoying a Sunrise safari and breakfast

Departure from Mabula Game Lodge after enjoying a Sunrise safari and breakfast

Early Morning Game Drive:
Winter: Game drives depart at 06:30am in the morning and in summer the game drives depart at 05:30am.
Depart on your open-vehicle safari led by experienced rangers. Spot elephants, rhinos, lions, and more.

From 07:00am breakfast will be served.
Enjoy a hearty buffet breakfast before packing up.

09:30am – 10:00am – Return to Room & Final Prep.
Freshen up and prepare for check-out.

10:00am – Check-Out & Departure
Begin your drive back to Johannesburg or onward destination.

Please note that transfers to and from the lodge are not included. Should you require transfers, please advise and we will gladly quote. Please also advise if you prefer your game drives to be private, this can be arranged at extra cost.
3hr drive from Johannesburg in a malaria free game reserve.

Main Destination:
Mabula Private Game Reserve (Waterberg Biosphere Reserve)
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.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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  • This tour is offered by Gems of Africa Safari and Tours, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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