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6 Days Adventure Safari in South Africa
(No availability) 6 Days Adventure Safari in South Africa
Klaserie River Safari Lodge, Guernsey Road, 1380 Hoedspruit, South Africa
Big Five Safari in South Africa
This safari includes big game viewing activities in various sought after safari destinations, including Klaserie River Safari Lodge’s private property, the Kruger National Park, and exclusive private reserves. Game drives in each of these areas provide the opportunity to encounter the Big Five, as well as a host of wildlife species iconic to Africa. Also included in this package is a boat cruise on the Blyde River, which offers a fascinating, scenic experience in the world’s 3rd largest canyon.
Key information
- Group safari
- Minimum group size: 2 persons
- Children policy: Children aged 2 to 12 are accepted at Klaserie River Safari Lodge.
- Park fees are included.
Highlights
- Exciting game viewings
- Boat cruise to Blyde River Canyon
- Game drives at a nearby Big Five private reserve
- Explore Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon
- Spot the Big Five and other wildlife
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- 5 nights accommodation
Styles
5 activity days
Airport transfer available:
Air Force Base Hoedspruit (US$25 per person)
Air Force Base Hoedspruit (US$25 per person)
Airport transfer available:
O. R. Tambo International Airport (US$92 per person)
O. R. Tambo International Airport (US$92 per person)
Airport transfer available:
Hendrik Van Eck Airport (US$86 per person)
Hendrik Van Eck Airport (US$86 per person)
Airport transfer available:
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (US$115 per person)
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (US$115 per person)
Accommodation
Klaserie River Safari Lodge is named purely for its idyllic location along the banks of the river. The prestigious positioning of guest rooms provides a tranquil retreat in between a variety of activities and adventures arranged according to expertly sewn-together itineraries.
There are two main areas to the lodge: Top Lodge and River Camp. Roughly a five-minute bush walk apart, each area has a swimming pool, dining area, kitchen, and bar.
Top Lodge has an expansive verandah overlooking a waterhole, and is a scenic and sunny spot for breakfast or lunch. River Camp has a boma, ideal for dinner under the stars, accompanied by the sounds of the river.
The lodge itself is located in a fenced property but built on the banks of the Klaserie River, a variety of general game species can be found roaming the grounds, however Big Five game drives are conducted in the Greater Kruger Big Five region which is open to the Kruger National Park.
The rooms
11 thatched chalets are located along the Klaserie River within a stone’s throw of the fish-filled water. Each room has a shaded wooden deck with chairs and a table from which to enjoy the view and the bird activity in the surrounding riverine trees. A host of water-loving wildlife visits the papyrus-lined channel in front of guest rooms.
Two of the chalets share an inter-leading door, which is designed for a family travelling with children. The accommodation is modern and comfortable with big glass windows to enhance the river views, and cool tiled floors throughout the bedroom and bathroom. The swimming pools, bar, and boma area are situated close to the rooms allowing for effortless movement throughout the camp.
Features and facilities
Klaserie River Safari Lodge facilitates an array of expertly planned safari excursions and adventures in South Africa’s most sought after Lowveld region. The lodge itself is the ideal retreat, equipped with the following features:
- Both areas of the lodge have dining areas, separate kitchens, bars, swimming pools, and WiFi
- All 11 chalets located at River Camp along the Klaserie River
- Open-air boma for alfresco dining at River Camp
- 2 swimming pools with sun loungers at River Camp
- Waterhole visited by various game at Top Lodge
- Wi-Fi freely available in the main lodge areas, but not in rooms
- 2 chalets have an interleading door, creating a family unit sleeping 4 people
- All chalets have en suite bathrooms (shower, toilet, basins), air-conditioning, wooden viewing decks with tables and chairs, coffee facilities, mini bar fridge and snack menu, ceiling fans, and mosquito nets.
- Additional toilets located in main lodge areas
Program
Activities
Game viewing activity on Klaserie River Safari Lodge
Klaserie River Safari Lodge is located on a private property neighboring the Thornybush Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger Area. Morning or afternoon activities on the property include sunset game drives with sundowners or guided bush walks in the area surrounding the lodge. This is an opportunity to enjoy the smaller details of the bush and to learn about tracks and signs of Africa!
Kruger National Park full day trip
Full day trip to the Kruger includes a packed breakfast, which guests will enjoy at a rest area in the national park. Guests will depart Klaserie River Safari Lodge in the transfer vehicle before breakfast and head to the Kruger’s Orpen Gate, which is a short 30-minute drive away.
Enjoy the phenomenal game viewing in South Africa’s most famous wildlife reserve, indulge in some curio shopping, and enjoy lunch and refreshments (at own expense) at a rest area before returning to the lodge.
Game drive on a Big Five private reserve
Enjoy a game drive in a Big Five safari property with some exclusive game viewing opportunities on its grounds. Klaserie River Safari Lodge arranges afternoon game drives at where guests will then enjoy a three to four hour safari experience, including refreshment stops and some incredible up-close game encounters.
Blyde River boat cruise
The Blyde River boat cruise is a unique experience of an historical and scenically beautiful natural area of South Africa. At the foot of the Drakensberg Mountains, the Blyde Canyon is the third largest in the world and its slopes are alive with greenery and fascinating rock structures, while the Blyde Dam itself is home to hippo and crocodile! Enjoy this experience with a river cruise guide on board, explaining all the interesting aspects of the area.
Wildlife
Predators
Following in the footsteps of the herbivorous mammals are the carnivorous species of the South African bush. Lion, leopard, hyena, cheetah, African wild dog, and the Nile crocodile are some of the prominent predators residing in the Kruger region. Smaller predators include jackal, mongoose, civet, and genet, among others.
Mammals
Some of the world’s largest mammals find their home in South Africa, where elephant, giraffe, hippo, buffalo, and rhino reside in the wild Kruger Park. Game drives into the famous national park and surrounding private reserves lead to unforgettable sightings of these large species, in addition to general game, such as zebra, impala, kudu, gnu, waterbuck, bush buck, duiker, and steenbok.
Birdlife
The various habitats in the Lowveld accommodated a complete smorgasbord of birder’s delights. Water bird species are abundant near rivers and waterways, while summer brings in the migrant species, which fleck colour through the trees. Grassland and forest orientated birds are found in their habitats, and birds of prey are seen and heard throughout the day.
Location
Klaserie River Safari Lodge is located in the Greater Kruger Region in South Africa. In a private reserve which occupies a plot on the banks of the Klaserie River. This prestigious location is in the middle of the popular Greater Kruger safari hub of South Africa.
Within day-trip distance is the Kruger National Park (Orpen Gate and Phalaborwa Gate), the Panorama Route, Blyde River Canyon, various endangered species centers, and thrilling outdoor activities.
The town of Hoedspruit is only 26 kilometers away and the local Eastgate Airport is only 16 kilometers away, making the lodge very easily accessible. Sedan 2WD vehicles will suffice, but SUV-style 4WD vehicles are better suited for the drive.
Food
During this safari, your daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included in the price.
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)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- Game viewing activity on Klaserie River Safari Lodge
- 2 full day trip to Kruger National Park
- 1 afternoon game drive at a nearby Big Five private reserve
- 1 boat cruise to Blyde River Canyon
- Optional bush walk
- 5 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Park fees
What's not included
- Any other activity or excursion not mentioned above
- Meals not specified
- All beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
- Lunch on the full day trips to Kruger National Park
- Transfers to and from the lodge
How to get there
Recommended Airports
HDS
Air Force Base Hoedspruit
13 km
Transfer available for additional US$25 per person
JNB
O. R. Tambo International Airport
342 km
Transfer available for additional US$92 per person
PHW
Hendrik Van Eck Airport
58 km
Transfer available for additional US$86 per person
MQP
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
102 km
Transfer available for additional US$115 per person
Driving directions from Hoedspruit
- Exit Hoedspruit on the R40 in a southerly direction (towards White River).
- About 6 kilometers out of town, turn left at a sign for Eastgate Airport.
- Pass through control gates and continue straight down the tar road.
- You will pass Eastgate Airport on your left - continue straight for 16 kilometers until you turn right onto the Guernsey Road.
- Continue on the Guernsey Road for 10 kilometers until you see the gates to Klaserie River Safari Lodge on the right (sign appears 100 meters before the gate).
Driving directions from Johannesburg
- Take the N4 highway to Witbank and continue past Middleburg, Belfast, and Machadadorp.
- Follow the Schoemanskloof option on the N4 and then take the R36 to Lydenburg.
- Follow the R36 to Ohrigstad, through Strydom Tunnel and take the R527 to Hoedspruit.
- At the T-Junction, turn right onto the R40 towards Klaserie, and continue 6 kilometers until the turnoff (left) for Eastgate Airport. *Turn here and continue until you pass the airport on the left - continue straight for 16 kilometers until you turn right onto the Guernsey Road.
- Continue for 10 kilometers until you see the gates to Klaserie River Safari Lodge on the right (sign appears 100 meters before the gate).
Arrival by airplane
Please book your flight to arrive at O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), Hoedspruit Airport - Eastgate Airport (HDS), Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP), or Hendrik Van Eck Airport (PHW). The prices posted above are rates per person (two persons booking together) for one-way transfers.
Airport: Air Force Base Hoedspruit
Airport transfer available:
Air Force Base Hoedspruit (US$25 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: O. R. Tambo International Airport
Airport transfer available:
O. R. Tambo International Airport (US$92 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Hendrik Van Eck Airport
Airport transfer available:
Hendrik Van Eck Airport (US$86 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Airport: Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport
Airport transfer available:
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (US$115 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% 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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