Africa’s ‘Big 5’ – Elephant, Lion, Rhino, Buffalos and Leopard – they’re all here. Daily at sunrise you set out hoping to spot them all – and a host of other fascinating animals of the wild. By driving to different areas of the park you witness different Flora and fauna. Zebra, many species of antelope and Wildebeest are dotted over the open plains as the predators lurk in the undergrowth.
A fish Eagle with its distinctive cry soars above. He’s just one of a myriad of over 500 species of birdlife found here and your knowledgeable safari guide relays fascinating facts and interesting anecdotes. On your night safari you thrill to the sounds and smells of the night and your spotlight picks up Africa’s ‘creatures of the night’ – scavenging wild dogs and Hyenas, Naagapies (Bush babies) and the prized sighting of a Leopard on the prowl.
All inclusive are: comfortable chalet accommodations with en-suite facilities and air conditioning; all transport including collection and drop off to Johannesburg, Pretoria or Oliver Tambo airport – and open safari vehicles in the park; breakfasts and dinners, registered professional safari guides; eight day and one night safaris and entrance and conservation fees.
Join us for this unforgettable week of seeing Africa’s finest by day, by night, on the drive and by foot. It is a safari lover’s dream come true!
Itinerary
Day 1 - Johannesburg - Kruger ParkOn entering the Kruger National Park Gate which is in the south of the Kruger National Park, we start your open vehicle game drive with your ranger making your way up to camp for lunch. After lunch, now that it is a bit cooler you start your Kruger Park African safari with your first exciting game drive of the day, hoping to spot as many animals as possible before making our way to camp before the sun sets. After check in and making sure you are comfortable your guide will give you the time to meet him in the restaurant for dinner, and to explain the following day of your Kruger Park African safari activities.
Day 2 - Kruger Park
Your 5 day African safari starts as the sun rises increasing your chances of seeing Africa’s Big 5, we depart camp early morning offering the best possibility of spotting a prowling leopard or lions enjoying an early morning meal or marking territory along the road. After a leisurely breakfast at one of the Kruger picnic spots on the banks of the river we’ll continue with our game drive, this time stopping off at some of the water holes and dams that follow the line of the Sabi River.
Your game ranger is keeping an watchful eye on the sky for eagles soaring on the thermals. You’ll be amazed at the number of birds you will see – there are more than 500 species present in the Kruger Park. (During the heat of the day in the summer months we may return to camp mid-day and leave again three hours before gate closing time).
After a mid-day break and lunch we will depart once again on an afternoon game drive making our way to sit at a watering hole for a while and then making our way back to camp as the sun sets. Enjoy dinner once again at the restaurant and prepare yourself for the next days adventures on your Kruger Park African safari.
Day 3 - Kruger Park
This morning you will experience another early morning departure before the heat of the day, possibly spotting a few cats, rhinos and elephants along the way and watching the never to be forgotten African Sunrise. Your ranger listens to the radio to hear of any action taking place as well as keeping an ever watchful eye out for any sightings of kills along the way that could be happening or have already happened in the night.
During this portion of your 5 day African safari, huge herds of Buffalo can also be spotted enjoying the sweet early morning dew on the grass or just lying eating their cud keeping a watchful eye out for any predators in the area. After breakfast your game drive continues returning to camp once again by mid day for a break from the heat of the day , giving you time to relax by the pool or enjoy a good Siesta before embarking on your late afternoon game drive.
Day 4 - Kruger Park
The early bird catches the worm, or so they say, we are up early once again and full of energy as we face another morning in Africa this time your guide will be on the lookout for the cheetah if not already spotted on your previous mornings game drives and the elusive leopard and possibly a wild dog if not already spotted while on your Kruger Park African safari.
After breakfast its out and about again returning to camp mid day in order to have a break before getting ready to embark on your sundowner drive which is an exciting adventure hoping to spot as many nocturnal animals as possible. You return to camp in time for your last dinner under the African sky.
Day 5 - Kruger Park - Johannesburg
Your 5 day African safari is coming to an end, this is your last morning in the African bushveld enjoying a beautiful one last sun rise and possibly a glimpse of the Big 5 before enjoying breakfast. We make our way out of the Kruger by 10h00 and return to Johannesburg late afternoon.
Price Per Person Sharing R17300.00
Price Per Single Traveller R19530.00
Dress Code
Bring comfortable shoes or sandals, Cool Clothing in Summer ( Shorts and T Shirts) Long Pants and Jacket in Winter, Swimsuit (All camps have swimming pools), Malaria Medication and anti Mosquito Sprays, Personal Medications, Sunglasses, Hat and Sunscreen, Flashlight, Binoculars, Camera and spare memory Cards, Travel Adapter Plug. (These can be purchased in the park).
Bring comfortable shoes or sandals, Cool Clothing in Summer ( Shorts and T Shirts) Long Pants and Jacket in Winter, Swimsuit (All camps have swimming pools), Malaria Medication and anti Mosquito Sprays, Personal Medications, Sunglasses, Hat and Sunscreen, Flashlight, Binoculars, Camera and spare memory Cards, Travel Adapter Plug. (These can be purchased in the park).
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