Overview
For those seeking an immersive, traditional South African safari at the magnificent Greater Kruger National Park, this all-inclusive package is ideal. One of the world’s most pristine wilderness sanctuaries, Kruger National Park includes several of the nearby private game reserves with which it shares a fenceless boundary. home to hundreds of different animal and bird species as well as the Big 5 (elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, and rhinoceros).
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Safari begins
- Day 2-4: Safari continues
- Day 5: Safari ends
5-Day All-Inclusive Classic South Africa Safari Itinerary
Day 1 :
Safari begins
Take a regular flight from Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport to Hoedspruit's Eastgate Airport, where you will be welcomed and driven to the resort in the Greater Kruger Park.
After checking in and having a little lunch, head out for your first exciting game drive in this renowned park in the late afternoon. In South Africa, Simbavati River Lodge is a well-liked option for those looking for an authentic safari experience. The resort is in an excellent spot for seeing wildlife because it is located in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, which is a component of the Greater Kruger National Park. The Big Five (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo) are among the area's many species, and it offers a less congested experience than some other sections of the Kruger. Dine al fresco in the evening beneath the African sky. The Lodge provides a distinctive and engaging walking safari experience that lets visitors experience the African wilderness on foot.
Major Location: The Greater Kruger
Accommodations: Timbavati NR (Greater Kruger)'s luxurious Simbavati River Lodge
Day 2 :
(Day Two-four) Safari continues
Take advantage of early game drives with knowledgeable trackers and field guides. There will be prides of lions roaming the horizon, herds of elephants, and even a leopard perched on a tree branch. After returning to the lodge for a delectable prepared breakfast, have a hot chocolate while watching the sun rise.
Before the afternoon's events start, enjoy a well-earned snooze in your room or cool down in the pool as the heat of the day sets in. During your second game drive of the day, seek out some of the other well-known species in the park, including the stately kudu, zebra, warthogs, and the docile giraffes. Guests may unwind by the pool, indulge in spa services, or eat delicious dinners made with fresh local ingredients after exhilarating game drives.
For those seeking a comprehensive South African safari experience, Simbavati River Lodge is an excellent option.
On their own decks, every tent will have a private plunge pool starting in January 2025.
Greater Kruger is the main destination.
Accommodations: Timbavati National Park's (Greater Kruger National Park) opulent resort, Sambava River Lodge
Day 3 :
(Day Two-four) Safari continues
Same as above
Day 4 :
(Day Two-four) Safari continues
Same as above
Day 5 :
Safari ends
Have your final hame drive before you bid farewell to the staff at lodge and return to the airport in time for your planned flight back to Johannesburg.
The resort also features a family cottage, making this an excellent choice for a honeymoon. One partner pays 60% of the lodging costs for honeymooners.
airport in Johannesburg is the primary destination (Johannesburg)
Accommodations: Not provided (tour ends)
