4 Day Kruger Wildlife Safari
Countries: South Africa
Destinations: Panorama Route
Group Size: 10
Duration (days): 4
Number of Adults: 10
Number of Children: 0
Few destinations rival the Kruger National Park. It is the largest game reserve in South Africa and is almost two million hectares of land, where its wild inhabitants thrive. It is an indescribable wildlife experience, and it ranks as one of the best on the African continent, the ultimate safari experience.
Your days will be filled with early morning and afternoon game drives, where each venture into the park holds something new to see. No two days in the Kruger National Park are ever the same and it adds an exciting element. After your time in one of the world’s greatest national parks, you will end with a tour of the Panorama Route, a collection of natural sights that will leave you enamored with the beauty of this country.
Itinerary Outline
| Day | Location | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Panorama Route | Hazyview Sun |
| 2 | Panorama Route | Hazyview Sun |
| 3 | Panorama Route | Hazyview Sun |
| 4 | Day of Departure |
Day 1 : Panorama Route
This morning you will be collected from your hotel, heading east to the Mpumalanga region. After freshening up at your hotel enter the world-famous Kruger National Park and spend the afternoon game viewing in your closed touring vehicle. The Park offers some of the best game viewing and wildlife opportunities in the world – and the visitor will soon appreciate the challenges of managing this unique reserve. After an action-packed afternoon in the Kruger Park, enjoy authentic cuisine from the region at your hotel. [Dinner]
Distance travelled today: 430 kms
South Africa
For a varied, diverse, exciting and fulfilling holiday, one would be hard pressed to find a country in Africa, or the world, which offers more. South Africa has it all, including wildlife, mountains, deserts, beaches, forests, numerous cultures, first world cities, untouched landscapes, casinos, amusement parks, exciting activities, excellent roads and infrastructure, off road 4 x 4 routes, fantastic food, good wine, great sports stadiums, incredible people and a triumphant history.
Panorama Route
The Panorama Route in Mpumalanga starts at Nelspruit where you can visit the Lowveld Botanical Garden.
It moves on to White River where you can go play golf and visit a Motor Museum. Sabie brings tons of adventure with activities like 4x4 trips and abseiling. Pilgrims Rest has a few spectacular pubs and restaurants, which is a must if you want to experience the culture of the town.
Graskop is the highlight of the Panorama Route, with attractions like:
- God's Window
- Lisbon Falls
- Berlin Falls
- the Pinnacle
- Bourke`s Luck Potholes, and
- Blyde River Canyon
The Panorama Route ends at the Swadini Forever Resort, which has tons of activities from boat trips to Microlight fights.
Hazyview Sun
Perfectly located in the heart of the Mpumalanga Lowveld only 12 km from the Kruger National Park, guests at Hazyview Sun have stunning natural beauty on their doorstep. From safari game drives to visiting the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window and Pilgrims Rest, a stay at Hazyview Sun is an opportunity to discover some of the wonders of South Africa.
On a hill away from the malaria risk area, surrounded by a 10-acre garden estate with an abundance of birdlife, our Hazyview hotel enjoys year-round good weather and breathtaking views. The hotel’s 87 well-appointed en-suite rooms are spacious and comfortable with air-conditioning, satellite TV, free unlimited WiFi and more.
Enjoy a menu of local and international favourites at the Swazi-inspired Letaba Restaurant and Terrace, drinks and sundowners at Maroela Bar and Lounge, or a traditional braai under big African skies in the hotel’s Boma. For business travellers two well-equipped and adaptable conference venues can host everything from team building to multi-day conferences for up to 120 guests.
After a day exploring the beauty of Mpumalanga make a splash in the hotel pool or have some fun in the kiddies play area. For the adventurous, hot air balloon rides, river rafting, quad biking and other wild experiences can be arranged nearby.
Day 2 : Panorama Route
The day begins with early morning coffee or tea, followed by a thrilling open vehicle game drive (with English speaking game ranger) through the Kruger National Park with pre-packed breakfast. Your guide will endeavour to spoil you with sightings of the “Big Five”, general game and prolific bird life. There is an option (for own account and subject to availability) to learn more about the Kruger Park Anti-Poaching Dog Unit. This specialist unit trains dogs to track poachers in the field, detect firearms, ammunition and wildlife products that enter and exit through the Kruger National Park gates. A portion of the trip price of this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience goes towards ensuring that these dogs receive the best possible care in support of the vital work they do. The experience directly advances UN Global Goal 15: Life on Land. Return to the hotel for lunch (own account) and a short siesta. In the afternoon we will journey once again through the magnificent expanses of the Kruger National Park, unrivalled in its diversity of flora and fauna. Enjoy an afternoon of game viewing in your closed touring vehicle pursuing the Big Five and other rare and endangered species. Optional (own account) open vehicle game drives are available.
Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Distance travelled today: 250 kms
Day 3 : Panorama Route
Enjoy breakfast before setting out to explore the magnificent Panorama Route, one of the most scenic routes in the region, offering glorious views, spectacular landscapes, and exquisite waterfalls. Visit majestic sights including God’s Window, the Three Rondawels and Blyderiver Canyon – the third largest canyon of its kind in the world, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the charming village of Graskop, one of the first gold mining camps in the country. Optional (own account) open vehicle game drives are available, should you prefer not to join the Panorama Route tour. Return for a delectable dinner at your hotel. [Breakfast & Dinner]
Distance travelled today: 260 kms
Day 4 - Day of Departure
Enjoy breakfast before starting the return journey to Johannesburg. Arrive in Johannesburg, at OR Tambo International Airport, at approximately 14h30, where the tour ends on arrival. [Breakfast]
Distance travelled today: 400 kms