4 Day Luxury Kruger Park Safari and Panorama Route in South Africa
Wonderful Safari in South Africa
The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. This tour is an excellent choice for people who want to enjoy spectacular scenery, combined with game drives to see the renowned Big Five; (elephant, rhinoceros, lion, leopard, and buffalo). Besides the wildlife, in this safari, you will also enjoy the dazzling Panorama Route tour which will hypnotize you with its beautiful landscape. Pack your bag and start the adventure!
Key information
- Maximum group size: 14 persons
- Children policy: Children aged 4 to 12 have a discount, while those under 4 years go free.
- Starting point and ending point: Johannesburg
- Languages: English and Afrikaans
- Park fees are included
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Highlights
- 4 exciting game drives
- See the Big Five and other wildlife
- Safari walk
- 2 evening game drives to see nocturnal species
- A boat trip on the Blyde Dam and Panorama route drive
- Explore Kruger National Park and Panorama Route
- 3 nights' accommodation
- Full board
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Accommodation
During this safari, you will be accommodated in a Superior Room at Angels View Graskop which is located on the breath-taking God’s Window escarpment and Lukimbi Safari Lodge for 2 nights in a classic suite.
Lukimbi Safari Lodge
Lukimbi is one of only 7 private concessions within Kruger National Park, and at 15,000 hectares is one of the largest. It is located in the southern section of the park, and is bounded by 3 major river systems. The concession offers a diverse array of habitats with an abundance of wildlife – including the Big Five and a host of other animals big and small. Safaris are not confined to game drives alone and you will always find good company with the animals drawn to the water of the Lwakahle River right in front of the lodge.
Whether on your own private deck, at the pool, at the bar or in the dining room, you can rest assured you will have a natural spectacle in front of you every day. As a private concession, Lukimbi’s visitors are treated to the best of the national public reserve in a highly personalised way. No more than 32 guests at a time enjoy unlimited and exclusive sightings as vehicles are permitted to traverse off road in a highly controlled manner.
The rates include luxury accommodation in en-suite, air-conditioned suites, 3 meals per day, all teas and coffees, 2 safaris in open game drive vehicles and a safari/bush walk. Safari activities are with qualified and well trained Guides and Trackers. The appreciation of fine food and wine is very much part of the Lukimbi experience. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in your stay.
Each suite occupies its own elevated position overlooking the bush. Private shaded decks, cathedral styled windows, floor-to-ceiling glass in front of great stone bathtubs, and open outdoor showers promise ample opportunity to fully appreciate and be one with the wilderness. In-room facilities and amenities include WiFi, 57m2 in size and open plan, twin beds available on request, bathroom en-suite, with separate WC, indoor and outdoor shower, lounge, private shaded deck, hair dryer, tea and coffee making facilities, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito net, mini-bar, and electronic safe.
Program
Day 1: Arrival in Blyde River Canyon
You will begin the journey and drive through some of the most scenic areas of the Eastern part of South Africa. Have lunch at a local restaurant and then drive to view Pinnacle Rock and then to experience the amazing view from God’s Window (Wonder View).
You will then visit the Berlin Falls, where numerous local arts and crafts are for sale. From here we visit Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and then head to the Blyde River Canyon where you experience the view to the Three Rondavels and Blyde Dam. A visit to the Lisbon Falls concludes the day and you overnight in a Superior Room at Angels View Graskop which is located on the breath-taking God’s Window escarpment.
Day 2: Blyde River Canyon to Kruger National Park
You will leave after breakfast and drive to the South of the Kruger National Park. After entering, you will watch game as you head to the Lukimbi Safari Lodge for 2 nights in a classic suite.
Day 3: Kruger National Park
An early morning game drive leaves and returns between 09:30 and 10:30 a.m. Guides at the lodge meet the requirements of the South African National Parks to ensure that your encounters with the African wilderness are exciting, informative and safe. You can relax at the pool for the rest of the day, or be taken by your Tourist Guide for another game drive. The evening drive departs at 4 p.m. and returns between 7 and 8 p.m., stopping for sun downers at sunset.
Day 4: Kruger National Park to Johannesburg
You will do an early game drive / walk in the park, exploring every possible opportunity to view the spectacular wildlife scenery. After having breakfast at the lodge, we take the best scenic routes and drive on the roads of Kruger Park to get more opportunities to see the Big Five. Chances are excellent to spot a variety of some of the animals: Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Wild dog, Spotted hyena, Elephant, Burchell's zebra, Hippopotamus, Warthog, Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland, Roan antelope, Sable antelope, Greater kudu, etc.
Once out of the park, you will start the 4-5 hour journey back to Johannesburg with another scenic route.
Guides
Jakes Conradie
Jakes Conradie is a South African-born who extensively traveled the country. He is competent to advise clients about all the essential aspects of traveling to South Africa. Having passed the SA Specialist Course from South African Tourism, he is always on the lookout to assist, improve the environment, and motivate communities to protect nature and all species in order to create a sustainable eco-system for future generations. His love for nature and history brought him to the most beautiful and spectacular places of South Africa where he wants to take his tourists as well.
Location
Kruger National Park was proclaimed in 1898 and later extended to its present size of approximately 19,000 square kilometers or 8,000 square miles. Where nearly two million hectares of the unrivaled diversity of life forms fuses with historical and archaeological sites - this is real Africa. This safari will take you to Panorama Route in Mpumalanga, Kruger National Park, and a 12,000 hectare private wilderness concession in the Kruger National Park.
Food
You will be provided with full board meals during this safari.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
What's included
- Game drives and walks as per itinerary
- 2 evening game drives to see nocturnal species
- Experience of the amazing view from God’s Window
- Panorama route drive
- 3 nights' accommodation as per itinerary
- Entrance fees
- National park fees
- All meals are included
- Airport transfers
- Services of a driver / guide
- Services of a professional guide at specialist venues
- Transport by private vehicle
What's not included
- Excess luggage charges (where applicable)
- Alcoholic drinks
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Porterage
- Gratuities
- Visa fees
How to get there
Recommended Airports
O. R. Tambo International Airport
306 km
Transfer included
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
95 km
Transfer included
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Transfer from and to this airport is available upon request.
You can also arrange your pick up at the following spots for the start of the tour between 06:00 AM and 07:00 AM:
- Gautrain Centurion Station
- Your centrally located hotel
- Home
Please request a quote for home pick-up, or if your hotel is not on the route (between O. R. Tambo International Airport and the destination)
Optional flights can be arranged to and from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (KMI/MQP) where you will be picked-up.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 40% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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