4-Day Encounter the Kruger Park Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Greater Kruger Park

We depart Johannesburg as we make our way to the Greater Kruger National Park where our safari adventure begins. After travelling through the Highveld farmlands, we descend the Drakensberg escarpment and into the Lowveld, home to some of the most pristine private game reserves in South Africa, and the world-renowned Kruger National Park. We arrive at Thornhill Safari Lodge in time for a delicious lunch.

After some relaxation time, we venture out on a late afternoon/evening Big Five game drive in open 4x4 safari vehicles in one of the neighbouring private reserves. We take a break for sundowner drinks and snacks at one of the waterholes en-route, enjoying the sights, sounds and smells of the African bushveld, before continuing our game drive into the night.

Main Destination:

Greater Kruger

Accommodation:

Thornhill Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Guernsey NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Kruger National Park

Today is an early rise as you are greeted by your guide and enjoy a coffee before embarking on a day of exploration in the celebrated Kruger National Park. The park offers an unrivaled wildlife experience that ranks with the best, not only in Africa, but around the world. Truly the flagship of the South African national parks, Kruger remains home to an impressive number of species ranging from 517 birds and 146 mammals. Look forward to a safari experience that unfolds from the moment you enter the Kruger Park, and explore the best game drive routes the park has to offer.

Our game drive takes us through varied topography with an amazing variety of wildlife, birds, plants and trees. We break at a remote picnic site to enjoy our packed breakfast before continuing our safari, discovering the unspoiled, untamed wilderness that makes Kruger Park so special. Our journey continues as we stop at the various viewpoints and waterholes whilst game viewing and bird watching along the way.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)

High Season December to January and July to August

Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain)

Wildlife in Kruger NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

White RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

LeopardRare

CheetahRare

Wild DogVery Rare

Accommodation:

Thornhill Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Kruger NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Leisure Day

This is your leisure day, where you can soak in the African sun, relax at the lodge and sip cocktails around our inviting swimming pool, or partake in any of our numerous and exciting optional activities on offer. Take a Big Five game drive, visit a local animal rehabilitation centre or simply spend the day reading under the shade of our famous marula trees. After a day spent relaxing in the distinct African ambience of the lodge, you can look forward to enjoying delicious African dishes prepared by our talented chefs.

Main Destination:

Greater Kruger

Accommodation:

Thornhill Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Guernsey NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Nature Walk & Blyde Canyon to Johannesburg

Today is an early rise as we head off on a game walk exploring the reserve on foot. Our qualified field guides will share their passion with you as you learn some fascinating facts about the environment and all its inhabitants that surround you.
After a tasty breakfast, we greet you farewell as you depart on the next leg of your journey back to Johannesburg. Ascending the beautiful Drakensberg escarpment, we stop to view the picturesque Blyde River Canyon and Three Rondawels.

Please don't book any international flights before 10 pm this evening.

Main Destination:

Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve (Panorama Route)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.