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Tours / South Africa

Best SellerSouth Africa

Wild And Scenic

Duration
4 Days 3 Nights
Group
Max 12
Minimum age
10+
Price
Price on request

Departures: Jan-Dec Selected Tuesdays. Starts: Johannesburg.

Discover the best of South Africa with an unforgettable adventure! Start your journey exploring the vibrant attractions of Pretoria before heading into the wild for a thrilling chance to spot the legendary Big Five in Kruger National Park.

Highlights

Discover the best of South Africa with an unforgettable adventure! Start your journey exploring the vibrant attractions of Pretoria before heading into the wild for a thrilling chance to spot the legendary Big Five in Kruger National Park. Experience the magic of the African bush at a luxurious private game lodge, where nature surrounds you. Then, take in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Panorama Route, where dramatic landscapes and breathtaking views will leave you speechless.

  • Historical sites in Pretoria
  • Kruger National Park game viewing
  • Tick off the Panorama Route sights
  • ‘Big 5’ 5-star private game lodge
  • Open safari vehicle game drives

Day by day

  1. Day 1Tuesday JOHANNESBURG to GRASKOP via PRETORIA and PILGRIM’S REST (±415km)

    After enjoying breakfast, the journey begins from Johannesburg to Graskop, passing through Pretoria. In Pretoria, visitors will explore the Voortrekker Monument, one of South Africa’s largest museums, where they can admire the world’s largest marble frieze. The tour then proceeds to the Union Buildings, offering stunning views and a chance to take photos with the Nelson Mandela statue. Lunch will be enjoyed along the way (at your own expense) as the group heads to the charming village of Pilgrim’s Rest. Arriving at the hotel in the late afternoon, guests will have some leisure time before dinner (at your own expense).

    Overnight at Angels View or a similar accommodation – Breakfast included.

  2. Day 2Wednesday GRASKOP to HOEDSPRUIT via PANORAMA ROUTE (±145km)

    Following breakfast, guests will set off to discover Mpumalanga’s breathtaking landscapes, including the Blyde River Canyon and the Three Rondavels. The Panorama Route offers unforgettable views of key attractions such as God’s Window, Lisbon Falls, and the Pinnacle.

    At the lodge, guests will indulge in high tea before embarking on an afternoon game drive in an open safari vehicle, returning to the lodge for dinner.

    Overnight at aha Makalali Main Lodge or a similar venue – Dinner, breakfast, and 2 game activities included.

  3. Day 3Thursday HOEDSPRUIT to SKUKUZA via ORPEN GATE (±255km)

    Guests will start the day with an early morning game drive in an open safari vehicle before breakfast. The tour then heads to the renowned Kruger National Park, where they can track the ‘Big 5’ along with various wildlife and bird species. The park is known for its extensive and successful conservation efforts, ensuring a remarkable bushveld experience filled with diverse flora and fauna.

    Lunch will be available in the park (at your own expense). Arriving at the lodge in the late afternoon, guests will enjoy dinner at the lodge.

    Overnight at Skukuza Safari Lodge – Dinner and breakfast included.

  4. Day 4Friday SKUKUZA to JOHANNESBURG (±480km)

    After breakfast, guests will embark on another game viewing experience before exiting the Kruger National Park. Lunch en route (own account). The tour arrives in Johannesburg in the late afternoon.

    Private guided tour:

    Itinerary available on a private basis departing on scheduled Tuesdays

    Departure on any other day is subject to availability and a surcharge may apply

    Public attractions will not be private

    Other language tour guides available on request

    Self-drive tour:

    Itinerary available on a self-drive basis departing on scheduled Tuesdays

    Excluding most entrance fees and excursions

    Departure on any other day is subject to availability and a surcharge may apply

    POST-TOUR RECOMMENDATIONS

    CAPE TOWN AND GARDEN ROUTE (flight required)

    La Splendida Hotel

    5 day Winelands and Garden Route Discovery

Includes

  • Accommodation: 4-star hotels and 5-star private game lodge
  • Meals: 3 breakfasts and 2 dinners
  • Entrance fees: Voortrekker Monument, Blyde River Canyon, Lisbon Falls, God’s Window, Pinnacle, conservation fees into Kruger National Park and a private game reserve
  • Excursions: Short Pretoria city orientation tour, closed vehicle game drives in Kruger National Park, afternoon and morning open safari vehicle in a private game reserve game drives

Excludes

  • Travel insurance, flights, visa fees, airport transfers, porterage, 4 lunches, gratuities, and personal expenses

Also included as a complimentary: T-Shirt.

Route map

Satellite map of the places named in this itinerary, in day order. Dashed lines are flights. Scroll-zoom stays off until you click the map.

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Gallery

A herd of elephants walking in single file across a dry grassy plain
A herd of elephants walking in single file across a dry grassy plain
A leopard lying on a thick tree branch above green grass
A leopard lying on a thick tree branch above green grass
Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, with the bronze statue and a curved glass building
Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, with the bronze statue and a curved glass building

Photographs are from Fundani’s own library.

About this journey

Arrival

Johannesburg

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Departure

Johannesburg

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