3-Day Budget Trip Johannesburg to the Elephant Plains

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

Arrival in Africa and Getting to Elephant Plains

After landing at OR Tambo in Johannesburg you travel to Sabi Sands with a domestic flight. Arrive at the lodge and check-in and settle into your accommodation at Elephant Plains.

For lunch enjoy a light lunch at the lodge and beverages of your choice. After lunch you go on your first game drive where you will spot most animals.

After the game drive enjoy a typical South African scrumptious dinner at the lodge. Enjoy the open fires and unwind after dinner with a night cap and enjoy the lodge’s facilities or take in the evening sounds of the bush.

Main Destination:

Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)

High Season October to March (It can get a bit busy)

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

Wildlife in Sabi Sands

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

LeopardCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraCommon

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BuffaloCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

White RhinoOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Elephant Plains Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Full Day Safari Experience

An early morning rise to participate in that sunrise game drive. This is often the best time to see wildlife at water holes or getting ready for the catch of the day. You will return to the lodge in time for a hearty breakfast.

Enjoy a few hours to rest, relax, swim and get ready for lunch. Enjoy a light meal at the lodge or have a picnic packed to get you through that full-day game drive.

For the afternoon - to get rid of all those food - join a guided bush walk with an armed guide and tracker, which offers a different perspective on the park’s ecosystem. This is often a alternative activity compared to longer game drives.

For dinner you can be at the lodge and enjoy a typical South African braai while sharing stories with mind like travelers.

Main Destination:

Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Accommodation:

Elephant Plains Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Final Explorations to End this Adventure

Wake up with the sounds of the wildlife in your ears. Your final morning game drive is waiting and you can take advantage of this. Catch any wildlife you may have missed yesterday.

Before checking out, enjoy a relaxing breakfast at the lodge after which you take your time to pack and check out.

Leaving by a domestic flight you have time to take some great last aerial photos before you begin your journey back to Johannesburg or your next destination. Take time to consider your next trip or extend this great one.

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.