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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Flight to the Kruger National Park

Flight to the Kruger National Park

Begin your journey in Johannesburg with a flight to Skukuza Airport (the time savings when compared to a return road transfer from and back to Johannesburg are in the region of 11 hours in total!). You will be met and transferred to Kruger Shalati Train on the Bridge. (Flights beginning/ending in Cape Town are available).

At Kruger Shalati, guests have convenient access to everything Kruger has to offer and a range of other major attractions in the area. Enjoy first-of-its-kind luxury accommodation in a re-envisioned train stationed on a bridge above the Sabie River in the Kruger National Park. All meals, a selection of soft drinks, house wines, local brand spirits, beers and two game drives daily are all included during your stay.

In the late afternoon, you will head out with your guide and tracker for an afternoon game drive through the reserve in search of wildlife including the Big Five. Arrive back at the lodge in time to freshen up before enjoying a sumptuous dinner.

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
HippoCommon
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HyenaCommon
White RhinoOccasional
LionOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Kruger Shalati - The Train on the Bridge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Kruger NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2

Game Drives & Relaxation

Game Drives & Relaxation

Enjoy rewarding game viewing on morning and afternoon drives as you explore the Kruger National Park on the lookout for the Big Five and hosts of other classic African animals.

Relaxation is important between game drives, facilities at Kruger Shalati Train on the Bridge include a unique overhanging pool with a viewing deck on the bridge offering guests the unique experience of taking a dip while watching crocodiles, hippos and elephants just meters below. Guests are invited to take advantage of in-room spa treatments (at additional expense), or a drink at the Round in 9 Bar which is part of the Kruger Station Precinct, adjacent to Kruger Shalati.

Main Destination:
Kruger National Park
Accommodation:
Kruger Shalati - The Train on the Bridge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Kruger NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 3

Morning Game Activity & Departure

Morning Game Activity & Departure

This morning, you will enjoy a final breakfast and the last game drive before you transfer to Skukuza Airport to catch a flight back to OR Tambo Airport for your outbound flight back home.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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