Day 1 - Johannesburg to Kruger (Lowveld farmland route)
This Kruger budget safari departs daily from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport. You need to be at the O.R. Tambo bus terminal by 6:30 a.m. We will send you full instructions when you book your safari. The shuttle departs no later than 7:45 a.m.
You will travel East passing picturesque landscapes and farmlands on route to our lodge near Kruger. There are two 15 minute comfort stops en route. You will also be able to buy snacks and refreshments during these comfort stops. You will arrive in Hazyview at around 1 pm. The lodge driver will meet you at the drop off point and transfer you to the lodge. This is a quick 5 to 10 minute drive.
After checking in, you will have time to relax and freshen up before boarding an open-sided Landcruiser for an exciting two to two and a half hour sunset game drive in Kruger National Park.Even though the full day safari on the following day is mainly to search for the Big 5 and other wildlife, the Sunset Safari is a great introduction on what to expect. If you are lucky, you may also get some lovely sightings including a wonderful sunset! The lodge is about 15 to 20 minutes drive from the Phabeni Kruger Gate. After your safari game drive, you will return to the lodge where you can unwind, have drinks, and relax. Dinner and overnight.
Day 2 - Kruger National Park – open vehicle game drives
This morning you will enjoy coffee or tea and rusks before departing on a full day of game viewing in the Kruger National Park (Skukuza area). A packed breakfast is included. Game drives are in small groups in specially modified open sided land cruisers.
The Skukuza area is rich in wildlife and the elevated height of the 4×4 open sided vehicle makes for excellent viewing and photographic opportunities. You’ll enjoy lunch at one of the park’s restaurants on your own account. After lunch, you will start the afternoon game drive in the Kruger National Park.
During these game drives, you’ll see a wide variety of wildlife and have plenty of photographic opportunities. After our tour, we’ll make our way to back to our lodge or camp. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3 - Return to Johannesburg
This is the last day of your African Kruger budget safari. This morning, you have a choice between another morning game drive or relaxing at the lodge. This is an optional game drive and at an additional cost payable at the lodge. Just before noon, the lodge will transfer you to the shuttle pickup point in Hazyview. You will then return to Johannesburg with the shuttle. Comfort stops on the way. Drop off at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport at around 5:30 p.m. This is the end of your 3-day Kruger Budget Safari.