3-Day Kruger Safari from Cape Town – Tembo Guest Lodge

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

Cape Town to Kruger – The Adventure Begins

Your wildlife journey begins with a pickup from your Cape Town accommodation, followed by a flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. Upon arrival at MQP, meet your guide and enjoy a scenic transfer to Tembo Guest Lodge in Hazyview, your comfortable base near Kruger National Park.

After check-in and a short refresh, depart in the afternoon for your first game drive through Kruger National Park. Accompanied by an expert guide, explore diverse landscapes in search of the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—along with giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife. Return to the lodge in the evening to relax and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the African bush.

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

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestCommon

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HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

CheetahOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Tembo Guest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located in Hazyview (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Full-Day Safari – Deep into the Wild

Rise early for a 05:30 departure on a full-day safari—one of the highlights of your 3-day Kruger experience. Early mornings offer the best chance to spot predators in action before the day heats up. Traverse Kruger’s varied landscapes, stopping at rest camps like Skukuza for breakfast and lunch breaks (meals own account).

Throughout the day, your expert guide will lead you through the park’s prime wildlife-viewing areas, sharing insights into animal behavior, tracking signs, and the rich ecosystems that define Kruger. Return to the lodge by 16:00, where you can relax and relive the day’s unforgettable encounters.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Accommodation:

Skukuza Rest Camp

• Mid-range rest camp located inside Southern Kruger NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Morning Safari and Return to Cape Town

Your final day begins with a 05:30 morning game drive in Kruger National Park, offering a last chance to experience the bush at its most active. With a packed breakfast from Tembo Guest Lodge, enjoy incredible sunrise sightings and wildlife encounters.

At 10:00, transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport for your return flight to Cape Town. Upon arrival, a driver will transfer you back to your hotel, concluding an unforgettable Kruger safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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