7 Day Explore Kruger – Johannesburg to Johannesburg

Day 1: Johannesburg, South Africa

At any time, arrive, and make your way to your hotel. Tonight for dinner, savor a classic South African braai (barbecue).

We are staying in a hotel in the Rosebank area. The hotel is centrally located just north of Johannesburg, and if you have more time, taxis may be hired to transport you around.

Accommodation: Southern Sun Rosebank (or similar)
Meals: Dinner
Included Activities: Traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue)
Route: Oliver Reginald Tambo International – Johannesburg
Distance: ± 24 km
Time: ± 30-45 min

Day 2: Johannesburg – Greater Kruger Area, South Africa

Drive the breathtaking Panorama Route, regarded as one of the most scenic routes in the world, as you head towards Kruger National Park. Visit the striking Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Blyde River Canyon. From God’s Window viewpoint, enjoy expansive views of the valley covered in forest. Proceed to our lodge in the vicinity of Kruger National Park and have a delectable South African dinner in this scenic setting.

Accommodation: Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities: Panorama Route Scenic Drive
Route: Johannesburg – Nelspruit
Distance: ± 500 km
Time: ± 7 – 8.5 hours

Day 3: Kruger National Park, South Africa

Get up early and head to Kruger National Park, home to an amazing variety of huge mammals, for a full-day safari in an open jeep. See giraffes, lions, elephants, and maybe even the elusive leopard as we explore this magnificent savannah and scrubland habitat. In the evening, return to our lodge so you may unwind and soak in the sounds of the nighttime jungle.

The Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of the biggest and most remarkable animal reserves in the world, spanning approximately 19,000 sq km (7,500 sq mi). Large mammal species are more abundant in Kruger than in any other park on the continent, numbering 147 species.

Accommodation: Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities: Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive – Full day
Route: Kruger National Park
Time: ± 6-7 hours

Day 4: Greater Kruger Area – Karongwe Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Visit the gorgeous wildlife sanctuary of Karongwe Private Game Reserve, which is situated in the Greater Kruger region. Talk about attempts to safeguard the area’s cheetahs and other predators with a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Cheetah Metapopulation Project, which is partially funded by National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative. After that, the researcher goes on a wildlife viewing trip with us through the reserve.

Experience ranger-led morning and evening wildlife safari drives in an open safari vehicle within Karongwe Nature Reserve over the following two days, with the goal of spotting Africa’s renowned Big Five. Karongwe Private Game Reserve is home to a wide variety of animals and has over 9,000 hectares (22,240 acres) of the best African bushveld. There are several possibilities to watch wildlife throughout our safari drives.

Within the reserve, we make use of a variety of accommodations (the placement is dependent on availability). You will have the option of staying in luxurious lodge rooms or cozy permanent tents during your visit (both of same quality and with similar amenities).

Accommodation: Karongwe Private Game Reserve – Lodges (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities: Carnivore Conservation Experience
Route: Nelspruit – Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Distance: ± 150 km
Time: ± 3 hours

Day 5: Karongwe Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Set out on a final safari this morning, watching for the recognizable residents of Karongwe. After that, return to the city and have dinner in our family-owned lodge.

Accommodation: Karongwe Private Game Reserve – Lodges (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities: Karongwe Private Reserve Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive

Day 6: Karongwe Private Game Reserve – Johannesburg, South Africa

This morning, we go out on one final safari, looking for the recognizable residents of Karongwe. After that, we return to the city and have dinner in the lodge.

Accommodation: Southern Sun Rosebank (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities: Karongwe Private Reserve Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
Route: Karongwe Private Game Reserve – Johannesburg
Distance: ± 500 km
Time: ± 10 hours

Day 7: Johannesburg

May the memories of this journey stay with you and remain unforgettable as your tour comes to an end today. Depart at anytime that is convenient. Should you wish to extend your stay, then please speak to your travel consultant.

Meals: Breakfast

Onward Travel Plans

Due to circumstances beyond our control while on tour (such as border crossings, traffic, breakdowns and delays, etc), the end time on the last day cannot be guaranteed. Therefore we strongly recommend you stay the night and fly out the next day. Please consult with your booking consultant.