5-Day Sabi Sands Fly-in Safari from Cape Town

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

Cape Town to Sabi Sands – Arrival & First Safari

Morning:

Private transfer from your Cape Town accommodation to Cape Town International Airport.

Scheduled flight to Skukuza Airport (approx. 2.5 hours).

Afternoon:

Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside (approx. 30–40 minutes).

Enjoy a welcome drink and lunch before settling into your suite overlooking the Sand River.

Evening:

Head out on your first game drive with expert guides, tracking the Big Five in the golden hours before sunset.

Return for a traditional South African dinner under the stars.

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:

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

• Luxury lodge located inside Umkumbe GR (Sabi Sands)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Sabi Sands Game Reserve

Spend three unforgettable days enjoying the rhythm of the African bush. Each day begins with an early sunrise game drive, offering prime wildlife viewing while the animals are most active. After a delicious brunch, unwind at the lodge — relax by the pool, watch animals at the waterhole, or join an optional guided bush walk to discover the finer details of the ecosystem.

In the late afternoon, indulge in high tea before heading out on a sunset game drive, complete with scenic sundowner stops. Return to the lodge each evening for a hearty bush dinner under the stars, sharing stories of your sightings around the fire.

Main Destination:

Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Accommodation:

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

• Luxury lodge located inside Umkumbe GR (Sabi Sands)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Farewell Safari & Flight to Cape Town

Morning:

One last early game drive for final sightings and photos.

Return for breakfast and checkout.

Late Morning:

Transfer to Skukuza Airport for your flight back to Cape Town.

Upon arrival, meet your driver for a private transfer to your accommodation or airport.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

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.