7-Day Ivory Tree & Kapama River Lodge Combo Safari

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

Arrival at Ivory Tree Game Lodge

Your journey launches with a pickup from any Johannesburg or Pretoria hotel or address between 5:30 AM and 7:00 AM, arriving at Pilanesberg National Park by 9:00 AM.
Check into Ivory Tree Game Lodge and savor a gourmet lunch overlooking the bushveld. At 4:00 PM, head out for a 3-hour sunset game drive in a 10-seater open safari vehicle, seeking the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, buffalo). Return around 7:00 PM for a sumptuous boma dinner under the African sky.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)

High Season October to April (The park is busier, especially during school holidays)

Best Weather April to May and September to October (Mild weather and little rain)

Wildlife in Pilanesberg GR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

HyenaOccasional

CheetahRare

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Wildlife Escapades at Ivory Tree Game Lodge

Wake early for hot beverages, then set out on a 3-hour sunrise game drive from 5:30 AM to 8:30 AM in an open safari vehicle, spotting wildlife in the golden light of Pilanesberg National Park. Return to Ivory Tree for a lavish breakfast, then enjoy leisure time to relax by the sparkling pool, pamper yourself at the Amani Spa, or try activities like archery or drumming.

Savor a gourmet lunch at 1:00 PM, then join a 2-hour game drive in a closed vehicle (minivan) through the reserve, seeking more of the “Big Five.” Depart around 3:00 PM for the return journey to Johannesburg, arriving at Southern Sun OR Tambo by 6:00 PM. Unwind, dine at the hotel’s restaurant, and prepare for your next adventure.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

aha Ivory Tree Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Pilanesberg GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Morning Safari & Transfer to Johannesburg

Wake up early for hot beverages and then depart for a 3-hour sunrise game drive in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve. Return for a satisfying breakfast.
Pack up and be ready for collection between 11:00 – 11:30 AM for a closed vehicle (Minivan) game drive in the reserve. Depart mid-afternoon between 15:00 – 15:15 for the return journey to Johannesburg.

Arrive at Southern Sun OR Tambo by 6:00 PM.
Unwind, dine at the hotel’s restaurant, and prepare for your Kruger journey.

Main Destination:

Pilanesberg Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport

• Luxury hotel located in Johannesburg (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Johannesburg to Kruger National Park

After breakfast at Southern Sun OR Tambo, depart at 7:00 AM for a 5-6 hour transfer to Kapama River Lodge in the Greater Kruger, with a refreshment stop en route. Arrive around 1:00 PM, settle into your luxurious suite or villa, and enjoy a refined lunch.
At 3:30 PM, head out for a 3-hour sunset game drive in Kapama Private Game Reserve, spotting the “Big
Five” in a pristine wilderness. Return around 7:30 PM for an elegant dinner by the river.

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:

Kapama River Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Kapama GR (Greater Kruger)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Morning & Sunset Safaris

Wake up early for hot beverages and rusks before departing for a 3-hour sunrise game drive in Kapama.
Return to your lodge for a late breakfast and spend the rest of the day relaxing at the pool or treating yourself to a spa session at River Lodge Spa.
Depart late afternoon after High Tea for a 3-hour sunset game drive in the private reserve.

Main Destination:

Kapama Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)

High Season October to March (Few crowds)

Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain)

Wildlife in Kapama GR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

LionCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HyenaCommon

HippoOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Black RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Kapama River Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Kapama GR (Greater Kruger)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Morning Safari & Departure to Johannesburg

By journey’s end, most guests will have spotted the “Big Five” and countless other species, leaving you with memories to treasure. After breakfast at Kapama River Lodge, relax or opt for a 3-hour sunrise game drive in Kapama.

Depart around 10:00 AM for your return transfer to Johannesburg, arriving at OR Tambo International Airport around 5:00 PM–6:00 PM.

Main Destination:

Johannesburg Airport (Johannesburg)

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.