We Love —
- Staying in the heart of the magnificent Kruger National Park, home to lions, buffalo, zebra, elephants and more!
- Listening to the birdsong in the morning as you wake up from a great night's sleep in your Luxury Tented Suite.
- Heading out on game drives for your chance to see The Big Five in their natural habitat.
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Our Offers:
7-night Tour
Night 1: Johannesburg
Night 2 - 6 : Kruger National Park
Night 7: Johannesburg
8-night Tour
Night 1: Johannesburg
Night 2 - 7 : Kruger National Park
Night 8: Johannesburg
9-night Tour
Night 1: Johannesburg
Night 2 - 8 : Kruger National Park
Night 9: Johannesburg
Your Itinerary In Detail —
7-Night Tour
DAY 1: JOHANNESBURG
Arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport, where you'll be met by representatives. They will direct you to the bus terminal where you will board your shuttle transfer to before heading to Premier Hotel OR Tambo.
Services Included:
Meet & Assist: OR Tambo International Airport
Entrance fees included: None
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight accommodation | Premier Hotel OR Tambo | Standard rooms | Bed and breakfast basis
Day 2: Kruger National Park
Depart early morning, 06:00 am, from the terminal at OR Tambo International Airport to Hazyview (Perry’s Bridge), arriving at approximately 12:00. On arrival, you will be transferred to Nkambeni Safari Lodge.
One of the word's best wildlife-watching destinations, Kruger National Park spans almost 20 000 square kilometres. Elephants lumber gently across the plains, lions bask under the warmth of the sunshine in between hunts, and zebra graze out on the savannah.
The 130 or so species of mammals that live in the park include rhinos, leopards, cheetah, and antelope. Add that to 500 species of bird, and you have the stage set for a truly spectacular wildlife-spotting adventure.
In the afternoon, you'll enjoy your first game drive out in the bush (15:00 to 18:00).
Overnight at Nkambeni Safari Lodge.
Services Included:
Transfer service: Transfer not included quoted separately (OR Tambo Int. Airport to Nkambeni Safari Lodge)
Entrance fees included: Conservation fees
Meals Included: Dinner, bed & breakfast
Overnight accommodation | Nkambeni Safari Lodge | Luxury Tented Suite | Dinner, bed & breakfast and afternoon game drive
DAY 3: KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
Enjoy a full day game drive in Kruger National Park departing at 06:00 returning to the lodge at 16:00.
Make the most of your first whole day at the safari lodge thanks to a full day game drive, giving you the opportunity for exciting close encounters with the wildlife in the park.
Services Included:
Activity: Full day game drive
Entrance fees included: Kruger National Park fees
Meals Included: Dinner, bed & breakfast
Overnight accommodation | Nkambeni Safari Lodge | Luxury Tented Suite | Dinner, bed & breakfast
DAY 4: KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
Spend the day enjoying a full day Panorama Tour. This incredibly scenic drive takes you to the Blyderiver Canyon, which is 60 km long and is the third-largest canyon in the world. There are a few viewpoints (God’s Window, The Pinnacle, The Three Rondawels), the Berlin Falls, the Lisbon Falls, and the Bourke's Luck Potholes. You'll also visit the town of Pilgrim's Rest.
Services Included:
Activity: Full day Panorama Tour
Entrance fees is included, lunch excluded
Meals Included: Dinner, bed & breakfast
Overnight accommodation | Nkambeni Safari Lodge | Luxury Tented Suite | Dinner, bed & breakfast
DAY 5: KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
In the morning, enjoy a 2-hour morning bush walk. The expert guide can help you identify different species of birds and plants, all of which live and thrive in the park.
Services Included
Activity: None
Entrance fees included: Bushwalk on the Nkambeni Concession
Meals Included: Dinner, bed & breakfast
Overnight accommodation | Nkambeni Safari Lodge | Luxury Tented Suite | Dinner, bed & breakfast
DAY 6: KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
Spend your remaining days in the park at your leisure, admiring the fantastic scenery and enjoying the facilities at the lodge. Sunbathe out by the pool, or curl up in the cosy lounge area with a good book.
You may wish to choose a morning, afternoon or full day game drive, which will be at an additional cost.
Services Included:
Activity: None
Entrance fees included: Bushwalk on the Nkambeni Concession
Meals Included: Dinner, bed & breakfast
Overnight accommodation | Nkambeni Safari Lodge | Luxury Tented Suite | Dinner, bed & breakfast
Day 7: Johannesburg
Enjoy breakfast at your lodge, before your transfer to Hazyview (Perry’s bridge). Depart at 12:00 from Hazyview back to Johanneburg arriving at 17:15. On arrival, take the shuttle bus to Premier Hotel OR Tambo.
Services Included:
Transfer services: Not included – quoted separately (Nkambeni Safari Lodge to OR Tambo Int. Airport)
Entrance fees included: None
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight accommodation | Premier Hotel OR Tambo | Standard Room | Bed & breakfast
DAY 8: JOHANNESBURG
After breakfast, make your way to the airport (take the shuttle bus) where you check in for your onward flight.
8-Night Tour
Choose to spend even more time in the incredible Kruger National Park with the 8-night tour. The itinerary is the same as the 7-night tour, but with one extra night in the park.
Enjoy even more time for thrilling up-close and personal wildlife experiences in the exclusive-use 11500 hectare private concession.
9-Night Tour
Choose the 9-night tour for the most enriching safari adventure. The 9-night tour follows the same itinerary as the 7-nigth tour, but with two extra nights in the exciting Kruger National Park.
Use your time to make the most of more opportunities for wildlife-watching and enjoy the facilities at the delightful Nkambeni Safari Lodge.
Close by are the Lowveld towns of White River and Hazy View and you are just two hours' drive from the stunning Blyde River Canyon.
Specifically designed to leave the smallest possible footprint in this pristine wilderness, the 150 en-suite luxury tented suites are tastefully decorated to provide comfort and an authentic African bush ambiance.
Your Hotels —
Hand-Picked Just For You
Maximum room capacity
You'll be accommodated in a Standard Room at Premier Hotel OR Tambo in Johannesburg. During your safari, you'll stay in a Luxury Tented Suite.
Your dining choices
Meals are included as per your itinerary.
Your Included Services —
Meet & Greet
For a truly warm welcome, enjoy this tour's meet & greet and assistance services upon arrival at the airport.
Your Journey —
Flights:
You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Your Destinations —
Johannesburg
Johannesburg, or Jo’burg as it is more commonly known, is South Africa’s largest city, situated on an interior plateau known as the Highveld. Johannesburg is one of South Africa’s key gateway cities and offers an array of exciting sightseeing options.
There's something for everyone - museums that examine the country's apartheid past, the city's exciting new Constitutional Court, a look at the city's gold mining beginnings, traditional African medicine and plenty of animals and outdoor fun.
Kruger National Park
Home to all of South Africa's iconic wild animals, including the big five, the Kruger National Park is one of the best destinations to see wildlife. The park extends across nearly two million hectares and offers a range in landscapes from the granite hills of the South and the Lembombo mountains and savannah of the East and the tropical forests of the North.
Beyond biodiversity, the Kruger National Park has many historical and archaeological sites. The park was created in a bid to protect South Africa's wildlife and holds the stories of many cultures and explorers. One of the park's best features is its accessibility, and it's easy to navigate the vast network of roads. There are many ways to explore the wonders of the Kruger Park, from self-driving tours to private safaris. Adventure into a world of wildlife and incredible nature when you visit the Kruger National Park.