5-Day Imbali Lodge Safari Tour

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

Johannesburg to Kruger National Park

Two shuttle buses depart daily from O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg at 06h45 and 10h45.

It’s a 5 to 6-hour drive from Johannesburg to Imbali Safari Lodge in the Kruger National Park. We take the scenic route through the Panorama Route and the town of Hoedspruit, with scheduled stops for bathroom breaks and leg stretches.

Arrive midday at the Mluwati Concession and book an appointment at Imbali Safari Lodge. Enjoy a light meal and freshen up before departing late afternoon for a game drive in an open safari vehicle. Enjoy sundowners at a special vantage point.

Later, have a 3-course dinner under the stars at the outdoor boma at Imbali Safari Lodge (weather dependent), with local wines, beers and soft drinks.

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:

Imbali Safari Lodge

• Luxury+ lodge located inside Kruger NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Kruger National Park

Start your day early with hot beverages and rusks before joining your ranger for a 3-hour game drive. You’ll explore Mluwati Concession as well as parts of Central Kruger Park. Return for a hearty breakfast and enjoy hours of relaxation on your private deck with its own plunge pool. Enjoy a light lunch and delicious high tea before it's time to depart for the evening game drive.

You will overnight in a luxury suite at Imbali Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Kruger National Park

Accommodation:

Imbali Safari Lodge

• Luxury+ lodge located inside Kruger NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Kruger National Park to Johannesburg

Wake up early for tea and coffee and then depart for a sunrise safari tour of the Mluwati Concession. Enjoy a light breakfast back at Imbali Safari Lodge before checking out of your chalet.

You’ll be driven to Hoedspruit midmorning and then taken by shuttle bus back to O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.

Arrive in Johannesburg between 17h30 and 18h00, depending on traffic.

Main Destination:

Johannesburg (City)

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.