3 Day Kruger & Sabi River Glamping Safari

Day 1: Johannesburg to Kruger National Park
Today our adventure begins by leaving Johannesburg around 7:30 and 8:30 (exact times to be confirmed closer to safari). As we travel, we pass some of the most beautiful scenery of South Africa along the way. From beautiful open fields to luscious green mountain landscapes. Our journey takes us through the highveld towards the stunning lowveld. We stop in this time to have something to eat (own expense) and get a chance to stretch our legs.

Once we reach the camp, we are welcomed by the team and shown to our accommodations. The Sabi River Lodge is conveniently located near Sabi Sand Game Reserve and 6km from the Paul Kruger Gate. An excellent location, expect to see wildlife on the foot steps of the camp. We have some time to unwind and soak in the magnificent South African bushveld around us as we get comfortable in our meru-style luxury tents.

After a short relaxation time we commence on our first Big 5 sunset game drive, experienced and qualified guides will take us on open 4x4 specially adapted game viewing vehicles to explore the world famous Kruger National Park. Have your cameras ready as we never know what sightings await us.

Once we have enjoyed our game drive, we return to the Lodge for dinner. Tonight, we have our dinner in a specially designed dining area that affords us to experience a traditional South African meal set surrounded by open bush and a starlit sky.

Meals: Dinner
Included Highlight: Kruger Park open vehicle game drive – Sunset

Please note there is no electricity at our camp. You are able to charge mobile phones and camera equipment but hairdryers and fridges are not available.

Day 2: Kruger National Park
This morning, the golden hour, we wake up to the wildlife sounds of the serene African bush – a wonderful experience. We all gather together for a delicious cup of tea or coffee and safari snacks before we embark on our second game drive in the park.

Usually a game drive is between 3 and 4 hours long and affords the chance to explore and learn more about the game and park. Hopefully we will spot the Big 5, lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo.

Some of South Africa’s well-known animals roam around the camp borders during the time that you spend there. You can see elephant, buffalo, hippo, antelope, hyenas and leopards.

We have some lunch and enjoy another game drive. We meet at the dining tent for snacks before we set off. Hopefully we get to see some more animals that we haven’t seen yet. After the game drive we return to the lodge for dinner. The chefs will greet us and let us know what the menu is. This is a wonderful time to get to know the fellow guests and share our best moments of the day. We end the day and retire for a lovely night’s rest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Included Highlight: Kruger Park open game drive – morning & afternoon

Panorama Route - Our full day Panorama Route tour covers the best sights of this famous South African sightseeing route. We will include the Three Rondavels, Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, God's Window and the glass elevator near the town of Graskop. This tour is available at an additional cost of ZAR 795.00 per person and needs to be pre-booked with your consultant when you confirm your safari with us. If you choose to do the Panorama Route, you forfeit your morning and afternoon drive in the Kruger Park as there is not enough time to include both activities. You cannot book a Panorama Route tour whilst on safari. All entry fees and the glass elevator are included in the price. Lunch is excluded.

Please note that Panorama Route tours are pre-booked are non-refundable in the event that you decide to no longer participate in the activity.

Please also be advised, due to time constraints, the Panorama route may not be booked on the first and last day of your safari.

Day 3: Kruger National Park - Johannesburg
This morning we wake up to the wildlife sounds of the serene African bush – a wonderful experience. We all gather together for a delicious cup of tea or coffee and safari snacks before we embark on our last game drive in the park. We have the chance to tell our guide of what we would still like to see in the Kruger Park. Sightings can’t always be guaranteed but it’s useful to let the guide know.

We spend the morning exploring the Kruger National Park and return to the Lodge for a cold and hot breakfast. After breakfast we greet the team at the Lodge and we begin our 6 – 7 hour trip back, stopping half way to enjoy some lunch (own expense).

Please note the arrival time in Johannesburg can not be guaranteed and therefore we kindly advise guests to stay the night and book flights for the following day.

Meals: Breakfast
Included Highlight: Kruger Park open game drive - morning