What your days will look like
- Day 1: Included transfer from Johannesburg and sunset game drive
- Day 2: Full day open vehicle game drive
- Day 3: Panorama Route
- Day 4: Included transfer to Johannesburg
Itinerary
Day 1: Johannesburg - Kruger National Park (including transfer)
Your journey starts as you embark on an adventure from Johannesburg to the magnificent Kruger National Park. You start early in the morning by meeting your transfer at 6:45 a.m. at the OR Tambo International airport bus terminal. The route takes you through the picturesque Lowveld region, passing through Nelspruit, as you make your way to the renowned Kruger National Park.
Along the way, you pause for a brief break at a charming trout farmstall, providing a perfect opportunity to stretch your legs and enjoy a quick lunch (personal expenses apply). After this refreshing break, you continue the journey to the chosen lodge within the Kruger National Park.
Upon arrival and settling into the lodge, you eagerly anticipate an exciting activity in store for the evening. You take part in a captivating sunset open vehicle game drive within the boundaries of Kruger Park National Park, offering you a chance to witness the mesmerizing wildlife of this iconic wilderness.
Day 2: Kruger National Park (full day game drive)
This day is dedicated to immersing yourself in the wonders of Kruger National Park. The day is filled with a thrilling full-day game drive, conducted in an open 4x4 game drive vehicle, led by a knowledgeable local guide. This adventure promises outstanding opportunities for wildlife sightings, including the sought-after Big Five, as well as a myriad of antelope and bird species.
While the day's itinerary does not guarantee spotting all of the Big Five, such as the elusive leopard during daylight hours, you explore various waterholes throughout the day, aiming to encounter a wide array of Kruger's incredible wildlife. Lunch is enjoyed at one of the rest camps within the park, with expenses covered individually
- Included: Breakfast and dinner
- Lunch on your own
Day 3: Kruger National Park (Panorama Route)
Embark on the Panorama Route, a journey that showcases some of the region's most breathtaking natural wonders. This includes visits to the iconic Three Rondawels overlooking the Blyde River Canyon, Bourkes Potholes, and the awe-inspiring Gods Window, which provides a spectacular view of the Kruger Lowveld.
The morning is dedicated to exploring the Panorama route, while the afternoon grants leisure time back at our lodge, allowing you to relax and enjoy the surroundings at your own pace.
- Included: Breakfast and dinner
- Panorama Route entrance fees
- Excluded: Lunch
- Optional sunset game drive (inquire at lodge reception)
Day 4: Kruger National Park - Johannesburg (including transfer)
Enjoy a relaxed morning at the lodge, allowing you some well-deserved downtime to catch up on your social media updates or finalize your plans for the next leg of your holiday. The lodge's attentive staff will assist in arranging your transfer to the charming town of Hazyview, where you'll rendezvous with your 12 noon transfer back to Johannesburg.
- Included: Breakfast
- Included: Transfer to Johannesburg
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