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9 Day Kruger, Eswatini (Swaziland) & St. Lucia Adventure Tour

StartJohannesburg
EndDurban (South Africa)
Duration: 9 Days
Style of Tour :
From
ZAR 22160.00AUD 1,738.04CAD 1,571.63EURO 1,071.05GBP 1,008.65USD 1,175.60

Take a trip from the hustle and bustle of Johannesburg to the famous Kruger National Park, one of the largest game reserves in Southern Africa. Experience 4x4 game drives for some spectacular game viewing. Explore Hlane National Park, habitat to the biggest wild herds of Eswatini (Swaziland) on an exciting guided game walk. Visit St. Lucia with it's large numbers of crocs, hippos and sharks all sharing the same waters! Learn more about the rural Zulu people by overnighting in a traditional homestay in Zululand. Finish off in Durban with it's sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife. A truly magical African experience.

Trip ID:DTUBOE
Accommodation on tour:Camping/Lodge

Highlights

  • Panorama Route - Three Rondavels Viewpoint
  • Panorama Route - Blyde River Canyon
  • Kruger National Park - Overland Vehicle Game drive
  • Kruger National Park - Opportunity to do a Night Drive
  • St. Lucia & iSimangaliso Wetland Park
  • Hlane Royal National Park - Bush Walk
  • Hlane Royal National Park - Umphakatsi Village Visit
  • Zululand - Valley of a Thousand Hills
  • Durban

Below is the basic day to day brief,

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Day 1: Johannesburg
Today our adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm where your passport and insurance details will be checked. If you arrive early, there are a range of optional activities to participate in.

Meals: None
Accommodation: Hotel (1 night)
Optional Activities: Jozi by foot Urban Adventure, Cycle Soweto Urban Adventure


Day 2 & 3: Kruger National Park
As we head for the Kruger National Park, we stop along the Panorama route, at Three Rondavels viewpoint and Blyde River Canyon viewpoint . As we reach the Kruger National park our spectacular game viewing starts. We spend two days here. There is an opportunity to do a night drive in the park.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on both days
Included Activity: Panorama Route, Kruger National Park Overland Vehicle Game Drive
Accommodation: Camping with facilities (2 nights)


Day 4 & 5: Eswatini (Swaziland)/Hlane Royal National Park
Today we travel to Hlane Royal National Park where we spend the next 2 nights. We take a game drive as we exit the Kruger National Park and make our way to the Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland). Once we reach Hlane National Park we have a chance to participate on a guided game walk in this fantastic park. 

Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x1 (day 5) & Dinner x2
Included Activities: Hlane Bush walk, Hlane 4x4 sunset drive, Hlane Umphakatsi Village visit, Overland game drive
Accommodation: Camping with facilities (2 Night)


Day 6 & 7: St. Lucia
Depart Hlane, cross the border and head to iSimangaliso Wetland Park, St. Lucia. This stunning area is home to lot's of water and bird life and we spend the afternoon of arrival on a hippo boat safari cruising down through the estuary. The following day we take a day trip to Cape Vidal today for some time by the sand, in the sun! With loads to see and do you can spend the day relaxing on the beach or speak to your leader about booking some of the optional activities in the area. 

Meals:  Breakfast x2
Included Activities:
St Lucia Estuary - Safari Boat Cruise & Cape Vidal Beach Day trip
Accommodation: Camping with facilities on both nights



Day 8: Zululand & Valley of a Thousand Hills
This morning we leave early to the Valley of a Thousand Hills. We learn more about the Zulu tribe by sleeping the night in a traditional homestay and will enjoy traditional food, song and dance.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Homestay (1 night)


Day 9: Durban
Today we travel to Durban where our trip comes to an end. There are many optional activities to do if you extend your stay such as art galleries, bay cruise, Juma Masjid Mosque, Bike Hire, Surf Board Hire.

Meals:  Breakfast


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Note: Itineraries do change, please speak to your consultant for the latest up to date itinerary for your travel period.

Approx. tour cost in
ZAR 22160.00AUD 1,738.04CAD 1,571.63EURO 1,071.05GBP 1,008.65USD 1,175.60

2024 Tour Price - Per person

From ZAR 22,160 per person sharing

ZAR 1,965 - Single Supplement (optional)

Prices for this tour are seasonal dependent, please speak to your consultant for up to date pricing for your travel period. 

  • Fully equipped Overland vehicle
  • All entrance fees & permits
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Some campsites have basic facilities
  • All camping gear except a sleeping bag
  • Meals as per full itinerary
  • Activities as per itinerary
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance and visas
  • Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Souvenirs, tips
  • Optional activities (see list on Itinerary for complete breakdown).
  • Sleeping bag
This tour has a duration of: 9 Days

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