5-Day Luxury Ivory Moon Safari in Kruger National Park

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

Ivory Moon Lodge Arrival

07:00: Depart from OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, via shuttle to Ivory Moon Lodge, Hoedspruit. Option: For guests preferring to fly from Johannesburg or Cape Town to Hoedspruit, flights can be arranged at an additional cost please contact us in advance to organize. 13:30: Arrive and enjoy a delicious lunch at Ivory Moon Lodge (included). 14:00: Check into luxurious accommodations at Ivory Moon Lodge. 15:00: Set out on a 3-hour sunset drive in Blue Canyon Reserve with sundowners and snacks. 19:00–19:30: Return to Ivory Moon Lodge for 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:

Ivory Moon Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Hoedspruit (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Kruger Adventure

05:00: Depart for a full-day safari in Kruger National Park’s Orpen Satara area, renowned for high lion concentrations and Big 5 sightings (bottled water and packed breakfast provided). Afternoon: Return to Ivory Moon Lodge for a restful evening and dinner.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Accommodation:

Ivory Moon Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Hoedspruit (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Panorama Route Tour

Depart at 08:20–08:40 for a Panorama Route tour, exploring the Drakensberg escarpment, waterfalls, Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and God’s Window, or choose a Kruger National Park safari for Big 5 sightings (subject to availability, no extra cost; book at reservation). Return to Ivory Moon Lodge at 16:30, relax by a fire in the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. At 18:30, enjoy a dinner of South African cuisine by our 5-star chef. At 19:30, take a 1-hour night drive in an open safari vehicle with a spotlight, spotting bush babies, porcupines, leopards, hyenas, and plains game. Return at 21:00 for a toast with Amarula liqueur by the fire, immersed in the wild’s sounds.

Main Destination:

Panorama Route (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Ivory Moon Lodge

• Luxury lodge located at Panorama Route (Highlight)

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Spirits/liquor (Other drinks not included)

Full Kruger Safari

05:00: Depart for an additional full-day safari in Kruger National Park’s Orpen Satara area, renowned for high lion concentrations and Big 5 sightings (bottled water and packed breakfast provided). Afternoon: Return to Ivory Moon Lodge for a restful evening and dinner.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Accommodation:

Ivory Moon Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Hoedspruit (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Final Bushwalk & Departure

Begin your final day at 06:00 with a 1.5-hour guided bushwalk in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, a thrilling adventure for an intimate connection with Africa’s wild heart. Led by expert guides, explore the bush on foot, spotting zebras, impala, kudu, and learning about tracks, vibrant flora, and delicate insects. Alternatively, opt for a 3-hour sunrise safari in a Big 5 private reserve (additional cost, book in advance). Return to Ivory Moon Lodge at 07:30 for a delicious breakfast on the viewing deck, surrounded by bush sights and sounds, reflecting on your safari journey. Check out at 10:30 for a shuttle to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, arriving 17:00–18:00. Optionally, arrange flights to Johannesburg or Cape Town (extra cost, contact in advance).

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.