Departure dates: March 22, July 23, and Oct 23
9 day North to South Kruger explorer safari
Day 1 - JHB/PTA to Kruger National Park
First night Punda Maria camp
Day 2 - Letaba camp
Day 3 - Satara camp
Day 4 - Satara camp
Day 5 - Skukuza camp
Day 6 - Skukuza camp
Day 7 - Pretoriuskop camp
Day 8 - Pretoriuskop camp
R16 500 - 00 per person sharing including 1 night pre or post accommodation at the Outlook Lodge Johannesburg
R19 200 - 00 single including 1 night pre or post accommodation at the Outlook Lodge Johannesburg
Itinerary
Day 1: Johannesburg to Kruger National Park, Punda Maria rest camp
We depart from Johannesburg between 07h00 and 07h30 in the morning and make our way to the Kruger National Park, arriving around 15h00. Before entering the Kruger we will stop for lunch in one of the small town's en-route to the park.
Our first afternoon will be spent driving inside the Kruger, making our way to the first stop on the North to South Kruger explorer safari, which is the Punda Maria rest camp situated in the North of the Kruger National Park.
We get to our first camp in the late afternoon where you check into your accommodation and have enough time to go for a swim, purchase necessary items at the camps shop, or simply take a stroll around the camp to stretch your legs after a long days driving.
Your guide begins preparing the evening meal, situated just outside your chalet, under the stars and served by candlelight. Apart from the cooking your guide is of course available to identify all the nocturnal sounds you hear, and possibly entertain you with some amazing experiences encountered over many years of guiding in Africa. Wine is served and included in evening meals.
Dinner included
Day 2: Kruger National Park, Punda Maria to Letaba rest camp
The early morning knock on your door signals the start of your second day in the Kruger. After a cup of coffee and some snacks, your guide packs the vehicle and you begin your early morning drive. It's still really early in the morning, nice and cool, and a perfect time to spot elusive predators who at this time of the day are still very active.
After a successful morning drive you stop at a picnic spot to enjoy a relaxed breakfast.
After breakfast we continue driving, searching for animals. You will find your guide to be a wealth of knowledge not only concentrating on animals but also identifying birds, trees, insects and explaining some of the parks fascinating geology.
After a full morning's driving we reach our next camp which will be Letaba rest camp, where you check in and have a couple of hours to relax during the hottest part of the day, when animals are generally less active and hiding from the midday sun. All the camps we use also have restaurant facilities so you will be able to purchase lunch.
In the late afternoon you embark on sunset/night drive which gives you an opportunity to spot some of Africa's elusive, nocturnal animals such as hyena, leopard, owls, nightjars, civet, genet etc.
Upon your return, your guide has already prepared your evening meal. And has corked the wine which is now sufficiently aired and at the perfect temperature. Sitting outside on a balmy African night listening to lions roaring in the distance, or the whoop of a hyena is a fantastic experience and one which often brings our guests back to Africa.
Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 3: Kruger National Park, Letaba to Satara rest camp
Like clockwork, your guide gently knocks to indicate another early start. As the day before, you start off with a fresh cup of coffee before heading out on the morning drive.
Time spent on game drives increases your chances of seeing unusual and spectacular animals, but we do not only cater to guests wanting to see the best Africa has to offer in terms of the Big 5 (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo) For us, it truly is all spectacular from the huge elephant's and giraffe down to common antelope such as impala and kudu. Not to mention an amazing diversity of bird's.
The privilege of being out in the African bush is not something we take for granted or are blasé about.
This passion and dedication to Africa will be evident in your guide's behaviour and enthusiasm.
After a full morning's driving we reach our next camp which will be Satara rest camp, where you check in and have a couple of hours to relax during the hottest part of the day, when animals are generally less active and hiding from the midday sun. All the camps we use also have restaurant facilities so you will be able to purchase lunch.
In the afternoon you head out again on a drive, returning just before the gates close.
In total you will do about 6-7 hours driving each full day in the Kruger. This allows us enough time to show you many different animals and birds.
Once again your guide cooks your meal out under the stars.
Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 4: Kruger National Park, Satara rest camp
As you will be staying another night at Satara rest camp, your day will consist of an early morning wake up call. Today you will spend around 6-7 hours in total driving in the Kruger. The drives are split up in two legs, early morning and later afternoon drives when animals are more active.
One of the mornings will include a walk and a sunset/night drive is included on one of the evenings.
Of course on all our safaris, your guide is totally flexible in planning the day's activities and should you want a lie in on one morning or would prefer to skip an afternoon drive that is totally acceptable. After all you are on holiday!
Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 5: Kruger National Park, Satara to Skukuza rest camp
Today you will be traveling to Skukuza rest camp, and after a cup of coffee and some snacks, your guide packs the vehicle and you begin your early morning drive.
After a full morning's driving we reach our next camp which will be Skukuza rest camp, where you check in and have a couple of hours to relax. In the afternoon you head out again on a drive, returning just before the gates close.
In total you will do about 6-7 hours driving each full day in the Kruger. This allows us enough time to show you many different animals and birds.
Once again your guide cooks your meal out under the stars.
Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 6: Kruger National Park, Skukuza
As you will be staying another night at Skukuza rest camp, your day will consist of an early morning wake up call. Today you will spend around 6-7 hours in total driving in the Kruger. The drives are split up in two legs, early morning and later afternoon drives when animals are more active.
One of the mornings will include a walk and a sunset/night drive is included on one of the evenings.
Of course on all our safaris, your guide is totally flexible in planning the day's activities and should you want a lie in on one morning or would prefer to skip an afternoon drive that is totally acceptable. After all you are on holiday!
Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 7: Kruger National Park, Skukuza to Pretoriuskop rest camp
Today you will be traveling to Pretoriuskop rest camp, which is situated on the southern border of the Kruger National Park, and like the previous morning, after a cup of coffee and some snacks, your guide packs the vehicle and you begin your early morning drive.
After a full morning's driving we reach our next camp which will be Crocodile bridge rest camp, where you check in and have a couple of hours to relax. In the afternoon you head out again on a drive, returning just before the gates close.
Once again your guide cooks your meal out under the stars.
Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 8:Kruger national park, Pretoriuskop camp
As you will be staying another night at Pretoriuskop rest camp, your day will consist of an early morning wake up call. Today you will spend around 6-7 hours in total driving in the Kruger. The drives are split up in two legs, early morning and later afternoon drives when animals are more active.
One of the mornings will include a walk and a sunset/night drive is included on one of the evenings.
Of course on all our safaris, your guide is totally flexible in planning the day's activities and should you want a lie in on one morning or would prefer to skip an afternoon drive that is totally acceptable. After all you are on holiday!
Breakfast and Dinner included
Day 9 Kruger National Park to Johannesburg
Safaris are all about early mornings, getting out there and seeing animals. This morning is no exception and whilst you are leaving Kruger today, there is still time for a couple of hours drive in the hope of seeing and possibly photographing animals you have not yet seen. Your guide knows the Kruger intimately and will focus on areas he knows produce animals you still need to see, it's not guaranteed but you stand a good chance.
Sadly after a couple of hours we depart Kruger and make our way back to Johannesburg. But not before showing you some of South Africa's most spectacular scenery.
The panorama route includes Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondavels, Lisbon Waterfalls and Pilgrims Rest, where you stop for lunch.
After lunch it's a good four hours drive back to Johannesburg and you arrive back at the Outlook Lodge or your hotel around 18h00.
Breakfast included
- Transport for the duration of your safari in an air conditioned mini bus
- Pick up and drop off in Johannesburg/Pretoria
- Professional guides
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- All day drives in the Kruger National Park
- All entry fees and daily conservation levies
- Accommodation with en-suite facilities and air-conditioning (accommodation is also mosquito proofed)
- Sunset/ night drive
- Morning walk
- Bottled mineral water during the day
- Wine with evening meals
- Panorama route on the last day
Excluded
- Drinks other than bottled water and wine
Those guests flying out of Johannesburg International on Day 6 are reminded to not book any flights earlier than 19h30 so that we have enough time to get you to the airport.
Please note however that we cannot guarantee our arrival time in Johannesburg on the last day and can therefore not be held responsible for re-imbursements of flight tickets, should we arrive later than expected
Outlook s.g.e is available to drop you off at the Outlook Lodge or any hotel in the Johannesburg/Pretoria region.
Guests flying out of Nelspruit on the last day may, depending on their flight details not have enough time to see the panorama route.
On our safaris, we make use of facilities and accommodation situated within Kruger National Park, and do not stay outside Kruger, unless forced to do so due to availability.
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