Kruger safari package - Safari lodge accommodation

Exclusive Kruger Safari Package

Route: Dullstroom - Private Game Reserve - Hazyview

Combine a visit to Blyde River Canyon with a stay at an exclusive private game reserve on this Kruger safari package. You'll spend the night in the heart of the Timbavati or Manyeleti reserve. They are some of the most highly populated wildlife reserves in South Africa and also part of the Greater Kruger National Park. These reserves are considered the best places to see the Big 5 on your South Africa holiday. You'll awaken amidst wild animals and you'll shower outdoors. During the day you'll go on game drives through the Greater Kruger with professional guides and trackers. On the last day of your Kruger safari package you'll stay near Hazyview; an ideal location just outside the Kruger's Orphen Gate, giving you the opportunity to take a famous Kruger game drive of your own.

We offer a range of different Kruger Park experiences, and if you fancy a more extended itinerary combining a range of areas and adventures take a look at our South Africa by road suggested holidays.

Duration	5 days - 4 nights	Accommodation	1 night at Dullstroom guest house, 2 nights at exclusive bush camp, 1 night at Hazyview (see pictures below). Accommodation category 3.
Price	Please see our Contact Us page for further details	Includes	Dullstroom and Hazyview board and breakfast, full board at bush camp and 2 game activities per day (one game activity on arrival on day 2, two activities on day 3 and one on day 4), coffee/ tea, professional rangers, trail information
Transport	Rental car	Excludes	Car rental, park entrance fees

Day 1: Johannesburg/Pretoria - Dullstroom

Total distance approximately 300 km

On day one of your Kruger safari package you will leave Pretoria early in the morning by rental car and take the N4 to the eastern province of Mpumalanga. Slowly but surely, the countryside will become more meadow-like and hilly and traffic will become scarce. Arrive in Dullstroom in the afternoon; this is one of the best fly fishing areas in South Africa and the area is also known for its birds of prey and breathtaking horseback rides. This picturesque town is a great place to spend the night between Pretoria and the Kruger National Park. You'll sleep in a charming guest house with a fireplace and a large garden in which you'll find many different types of birds.

Kruger safari package- Catch your own fish

Kruger safari package - A fantastic view of the Blyde River canyon

Day 2: Dullstroom - Private Reserve (via Blyde River Canyon)

Total distance approximately 200 km

Today you'll have plenty of time for sight-seeing in this spectacular area as you continue your Kruger safari package. Drive past Blyde River Canyon and visit the uniquely shaped hills at the Three Rondavels. Along the way stop to see the effects of wind and erosion on stone at Bourkes Luck Potholes. Another must-see is the view from Gods Window, where you can see all the way to Mozambique if skies are clear- a definate highlight of your South Africa trip. A fun stop along the way is the former mining town Pilgrim's Rest with its historic houses and friendly cafés.

Once you reach the private reserve, freshen up on a porch overlooking the a dry riverbed and an animal watering hole. In most cases the first of your Kruger game drives through this beautiful reserve will take place shortly after your arrival (be sure to arrive before 15.00).

Day 3: Private Game Reserve

On day three of your Kruger safari package you will spend the entire day in the Private Reserve. You'll go on organised game walks and Kruger game drives deep into the bush lead by professional trackers. Approximately 40 large animal species live here such as lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, rhinos, hyenas and wild dogs. However, don't forget about the smaller animals; there are 350 or so different species of birds. Your South Africa holiday is also about relaxing so take time out in between game walks and Kruger game drives to relax on the terrace of your bungalow or to take a nap in a hammock near the swimming pool.

In the evening you'll have your dinner by campfire, where the most delicious meals will be prepared- all included in your Kruger safari package. Behind your bungalow lies an authentic, thatched, open air bathroom with shower and toilet. After an exciting day of safari you'll be able to enjoy a warm shower, under the stars or in the glow of an oil lantern.

Kruger safari package - Out and about with professional rangers

Day 4: Private Reserve - Kruger Park - Hazyview

Total distance approximately 250 km

Day four of your Kruger safari package begins with a game drive and breakfast, before you head off towards Kruger's Orpen Gate. Pass Satara and the Orpen dam and slowly head south towards Skukuza. You'll have most of the day free to go on your own Kruger game drives and spot wild animals in the park. The roads are in excellent condition and most of them are paved. Keep in mind that the speed limit is only 40 km/hour, so make sure you leave enough time to leave the park. You'll spend the night right outside of Kruger Park in the village of Hazyview, where you'll stay in a cosy hotel with pool.

Day 5: Hazyview - Swaziland/Johannesburg

Total distance approximately 400 km

This morning your Kruger safari package will end, and you'll travel by car to Johannesburg or further on to Swaziland (approximately 240 km or 4 hours) and Mlilwane Park, where you can continue your South Africa holiday.

Kruger safari package- It's wise to stay in your vehicle at all times!