On day one, we will transfer you from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit and have a sunset game drive in Manyeleti. Overnight Bongan Lodge. Enjoy a full-day game drive in Kruger Park on day two, including a bush breakfast. On day three, the Panoramic Blyde River Canyon tour. On day four, have an early 4-hour game drive and later a village cultural tour or another full-day Game Drive. On day 5, Bushwalk in Kruger Park (people who do not want to walk can have another game drive). Return to Johannesburg.
Day 1
Manyeleti Sunset Night Drive and Bongan African Lodge
We will pick you up in Johannesburg at 6 am and put you on the transfer bus from Or Tambo to Hoedspruit.
After lunch (at your own cost), we'll proceed to your first overnight accommodation at Bongan African Lodge in an African Village near the Manyeleti Reserve.
Upon arrival, our dedicated staff will welcome you and show you to your chalets, where you can relax. Your first official safari experience will commence shortly after settling into your accommodation—the Sunset Drive. Enjoy as the last rays of the gorgeous light bathe the African bushveld in vivid reds, yellows, and pinks (hint: the lighting will add a romantic element to your photographs!). The Sunset Drive allows you the unique experience of spotting some nocturnal creatures that ordinarily are hidden during the day—watch out for eyes glowing in the dark! Return to the Bongan African Lodge for a delicious dinner around 7:00 pm. Stay overnight in your comfortable chalet.
Main Destination: Manyeleti Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation: Bongan Safari Lodge | Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Manyeleti GR (Greater Kruger)
Meals & drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch and drinks not included)
Day 2
Kruger Park Game Drive
Set those alarms bright and early! It’s time for your safari experience in the Kruger National Park. Starting from Orpen Gate in Kruger and driving through the central areas of Kruger, your guide will show you the varied fauna and flora of this magnificent wildlife paradise. The open-sided game vehicle (with added elevation and no windows) allows for excellent viewing and photographic opportunities. Please keep your eyes peeled for our famous Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo). Dinner will be served from 7:30 pm in the Bongan boma.
Accommodation: Bongan Safari Lodge | Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch and drinks not included)
Main Destination: Central Kruger National Park
Day 3
Panoramic Tour Blyde River Canyon
Enjoy the Panoramic tour for the day. After breakfast, we'll depart and travel to the Blyde River Canyon. Visit the spectacular Three Rondavels. We'll then proceed to Bourke's Potholes, Gods Window, and Mac Mac Falls (we'll stop for lunch on your account during the day).
Main Destination: Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve (Panorama Route)
Accommodation: Bongan Safari Lodge | Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch and drinks not included)
Day 4
Game Drive and Cultural Tour of an African Village
Your guide will take you on an early 4-hour game drive around the reserve. Breakfast will be served at Bongan African Lodge. A late morning siesta is also a popular option. After lunch (at your own cost), we can explore the cultures Of the village. One can also visit the African Sangoma. Or you can opt for another full-day game drive. `Dinner will be served at Bongan African Lodge, and you can spend your overnight in chalets.
Main Destination: Kruger National Park
Accommodation: Bongan Safari Lodge | Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch and drinks not included)
Day 5
Kruger Park Bushwalk and Transfer to Johannesburg
Enjoy an early morning Bushwalk in Kruger Park. ( If you do not want a bushwalk, you can have another game drive ) After breakfast, we'll transfer you to your shuttle service in Hoedspruit. The shuttle service gets to Johannesburg Or Tambo Airport at 18h30.
Main Destination: Manyeleti Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
