5 Day Kruger Safari

Leaving at 06h30 from the City of Gold, Johannesburg, we journey through the picturesque route that leads us to Mpumalanga. Enjoy lunch in the historic village of Haenertsburg, located on the edge of an escarpment with breathtaking views. Mountain passes and Acacia trees dotted across the African bushveld add to the picturesque beauty of the road. In the Kruger National Park, we spend the next two nights in a well-appointed Bush Lodge that’s situated within a private reserve where animals roam freely and without restriction. Our open game drive vehicles allow us to explore the wilderness in search of a variety of animals, day and night, on this privately owned reserve. There is a refreshing splash pool, crisp comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and stunning views of the surrounding wilderness, including a waterhole frequented by a variety of animals in the tented lodge. As you drift off to sleep, listen to a symphony of animal sounds.

We begin our morning experience within this Big 5 area with a light breakfast consisting of coffee and rusks (a traditional South African biscuit). In the company of a qualified guide/ranger, we explore the wilderness, keeping an eye out for animals and uncovering smaller treasures often hidden from sight. It’s time to enjoy the serenity of the surrounding wilderness as we relax around the lodge for a scrumptious brunch before the heat of the day sets in. Wildlife come to a nearby waterhole for hydration, showing off the pecking order ever so evident. From your swimming pool or deck, take in the sights of game as you relax with a refreshing drink. Late afternoon brings an open game drive, which transforms into an extensive night drive in search of nocturnal species as the heat subsides. Our sundowner drinks are enjoyed over an African bushveld sunset as we watch dusk fall.

Up early, after breakfast we set off for the beautiful Panorama Route. First up, Blyde River Canyon, then on to Bourke’s Luck Potholes and end at the breathtaking Gods Window. After we will enjoy lunch (own expense) and get to meet with some of the locals of the area. After a full day, we make our way to Greenfire Lodge Hazyview and our log cabin in the indigenous forest on the banks of the Sabie River – we will spend two nights here.

In addition to exploring the property and the adjacent coffee farm, guests can take a nature walk through the mysterious forest if time allows.

We depart from our bush camp early today in order to journey to the southern part of the Kruger National Park, where we spend the rest of the day observing game from the fantastic height of our safari vehicle. Our guide will inform you of all the interesting facts about this area and the fascinating wildlife in this region. There will be plenty of stops along the way to refresh yourself and enjoy relaxing on the plains of Kruger. We will exit the park late afternoon where we return to our lodge for dinner.

Following a leisurely morning, we leave our lodging and make our way to Johannesburg, where our tour comes to an end in the late afternoon.