5 Day Kruger Park Exclusive Lodge Safari Popular

Day 1:  Johannesburg to Kruger Park

This Kruger Park adventure begins with an early morning departure from Johannesburg. We travel across the “high veld” to the Drakensburg escarpment, where we descend into the “low veld” – ideal conditions for wildlife and a popular area for safaris.  On arrival at the lodge, we have lunch and some time to unwind before our first game drive. This afternoon / evening game drive takes place in the private reserves and gives us our first opportunity to view Africa’s incredible wildlife, including the Big 5. Dinner is enjoyed under the stars.

Meals:  lunch and dinner

Day 2:  Kruger Park

An early start to the day with tea and coffee before heading for the Kruger Park in our 4x4 open vehicle. We enter the park as the Kruger gates open and enjoy an exciting sunrise game drive. The especially adapted vehicles allow for excellent game viewing – have your cameras ready. A mid-morning stop for a packed breakfast and our search for wildlife continues. The experienced guides have an in depth knowledge of the Kruger Park and know all the best waterholes and areas to spot animals. A welcome stop for lunch at one of the Kruger rest camps, and we continue our search for the Big 5. After a full day of exploring the Kruger, we leave the park and head back to the comfort of the lodge for dinner.

Meals:  breakfast and dinner

Day 3:  Scenic Panorama Route

Today we have the opportunity to visit the Panorama Route. After a leisurely breakfast we make our way to the Drakensberg Escarpment and the Panorama Route where we enjoy some of the most amazing scenery South Africa has to offer.

This tour includes God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the Three Rondawels located in stunning Blyde River Canyon. After a full day out we return to the lodge to relax, enjoy dinner and take in the night sounds of Africa.

Meals:  breakfast and dinner

Day 4:  Kruger Park and Surrounds

Today we have the day at our leisure. Relax around the pool and soak up the bush atmosphere or partake in one of the activities available. 

Below are some options should you like to partake, and the relevant costs. In busy seasons it would be a good idea to book these activities in advance with your reservations consultant. Optional Activities are subject to availability – The below prices are only available to advance bookings, should you book locally the rates can be higher and do change seasonally.

Kruger National Park Day Trip – ZAR 935 pp (Another full day in the Kruger National Park on an open 4 x4 Game viewing vehicle, more opportunity to get wildlife sightings and photos. Included Breakfast picnic packed by the lodge. Excludes Lunch)

Meals:  breakfast & dinner

Day 5:  Kruger to Johannesburg

An early morning nature walk gives us a chance to learn about the spoor (tracks) and habits of the various animals, bird life and more. After breakfast we head back to Gauteng with a brief stop at the Blyde River Canyon for final photos. Our Kruger Park safari finishes late afternoon in Johannesburg.

Meals:  breakfast