6-Day Big Five Kruger and Panorama Tour Safari

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

Arrival at Rafiki Lodge

Morning: Depart from Johannesburg early in the morning and fly to Hoedspruit Airport (approximately 45 minutes).

Afternoon: Arrive at Rafiki Lodge in Hoedspruit. Check in and settle into your accommodation.

Late afternoon: Embark on an afternoon game drive in the private surrounding reserve.

Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Hoedspruit (Town)

Accommodation:

Rafiki Bush Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Hoedspruit (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Panorama Route Tour

Morning: Set off early in the morning on the scenic drive, heading straight for the highlights of the Panorama Route to make the most of your time.

Stop 1: Your first stop is God’s Window, one of the most famous viewpoints in South Africa. Perched high on the cliffs, this vantage point offers sweeping views across the Lowveld.

Stop 2: Next, you’ll visit Bourke’s Luck Potholes, a fascinating geological site formed by centuries of swirling water.

Late morning: You’ll begin your journey back to the lodge, arriving in time for lunch and allowing the rest of the day to relax or prepare for your next adventure.

Main Destination:

Hoedspruit (Town)

Accommodation:

Rafiki Bush Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Hoedspruit (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Early Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Quadbike Safari

Morning: After breakfast, go for an early morning game drive. Take the opportunity to see wild animals when they are most active. Ask the guide any questions about the flora and fauna you see on the way.

Afternoon: Return to the lodge for breakfast.

Late afternoon: Head out for a quadbike safari at Buffaloland Game Reserve.

Evening: Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Hoedspruit (Town)

Accommodation:

Rafiki Bush Lodge

• Luxury lodge located in Hoedspruit (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Early Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Tshukudu Game Lodge

Early morning: Depart on a game drive or walking safari. This is your last day with our team at Rafiki Bush Lodge. Use your last opportunity to see things that you overlooked.

Afternoon: Transfer to Tshukudu Game Lodge, arriving in time for lunch. Then, visit the Nyani cultural village to learn about South Africa´s tribes. Join in the singing and dancing before you return to the lodge for dinner.

Main Destination:

Tshukudu Private Game Reserve

Accommodation:

Tshukudu Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Tshukudu GR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Kruger National Park Safari

The safari day typically begins at dawn, when the park’s wildlife is most active. Early morning is prime time for sightings, as cooler temperatures encourage animals to be out in the open.

Mid-morning brings a break for breakfast at a rest camp, allowing you to refuel and soak in the atmosphere. The camps are often near water sources, providing additional opportunities for wildlife viewing. After breakfast, the safari continues into different parts of the park. Guides may focus on tracking specific animals, using clues like fresh footprints or disturbed brush.

Lunch is usually at another rest camp, where you can relax and reflect on the morning’s encounters.

As the sun starts to set, the park comes alive again. Late afternoon and early evening are ideal for spotting more elusive animals, like leopards preparing for their night hunts.

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:

Tshukudu Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Tshukudu GR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Early Morning Game Drive and Departure

Morning: Go on an early morning game drive before heading out.

Late morning: Return to the lodge for a final meal and checkout.

Afternoon: Depart for Johannesburg, arriving by evening.

Main Destination:

Johannesburg Airport (Johannesburg)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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