Kruger Experience - Lodge (5 days)

Kruger Experience - Lodge (5 days)

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Kruger Experience - Lodge (5 days)

5 Days Starting and ending in Johannesburg

Visiting: Johannesburg / Greater Kruger National Park, Greater Kruger National Park, Greater Kruger National Park / Johannesburg

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

UBAJ

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

6-99 years

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Wildlife Tours

From: $1448

NB: Prices correct on 24-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a thrilling journey into the vast, game-filled Kruger National Park. Head out on game drives to spot lions, zebras, buffaloes, cheetahs and elephants during the day, and relax in a comfortable lodge in the evening. Enjoy delicious traditional African cuisine, admire sweeping vistas, learn about the flora and fauna of the region from experienced guides and marvel at the beauty of a star-studded African sky. Time spent in Kruger is rewarding and inspiring - this trip is really one to savour.

Highlights

  • Experience a private game reserve after dark in an open top 4x4 vehicle

  • Enjoy traditional South African cuisine while dining under the stars

  • Try to spot the Big Five in Kruger National Park on two full day game drives

  • Stay in a comfortable safari lodge in a communal setting with friendly hosts

  • Take in amazing views at the viewpoint over the awesome Blyde River Canyon and view the Three Rondavels

  • Experience a private game reserve in an open top 4x4 vehicle

Itinerary

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Day 1: Johannesburg / Greater Kruger National Park

Location: Johannesburg / Greater Kruger National Park

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: lunch, dinner

Sawubona! Welcome to South Africa. Your Kruger Short Break starts very early this morning to get you to Kruger for a late lunch. If staying at the Holiday Inn Rosebank, you will be picked up at 6am. If you are staying at alternate hotel in Rosebank (and you advised us prior to departure) you will be picked up from 5:30am onwards and you must be in your Hotel Lobby at 5:30am. If your hotel is not in Rosebank area, then please find your way to Holiday Inn Rosebank in time for the 6 am pick-up and kindly advise us in advance.

We depart Johannesburg, the 'City of Gold' and head off on an adventure of a lifetime. A truly unique African experience unfolds as we enter the Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem arriving at our Lodge in time for lunch (570 km, approx 8-9 hours travel time including stops along the way).

After some time to settle in, head off on a 3 hour afternoon game drive in open 4x4 vehicles in a private game reserve. Enjoy the thrill of spotting a impala, zebra, giraffe or lion, among other animals. Here you're likely to see any of the species that one may encounter in Kruger, since there are no boundary fences between the reserve and Kruger itself. Mid way through the safari stop for drinks at one of the waterholes before continuing the game drive into the early evening.

Located in the greater Kruger, your accommodation is wonderfully intimate, Rooms are tastefully decorated and comfortably appointed with private ensuite. The lodge also offers a comfortable lounge, perfect for chatting with the other guests over a drink or two. There is also a swimming pool, shaded deck area, dining tent and WiFi.

Included Activities:
-Private Game Reserve - 4x4 Game Drive

Day 2: Greater Kruger National Park

Location: Greater Kruger National Park

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: breaksfast, dinner

One of the largest game reserves in Southern Africa, Kruger National Park is home to over 500 bird species, 100 species of reptile and 150 mammal species, including the Big Five and the endangered African wild dog.
An early rise, as we make our way to the Kruger.

Our wildlife experience begins as soon as we enter the park, heading into prime game viewing areas where we hope to catch a glimpse of some of the amazing animals found inside the park, including the Big Five.

Enjoy breakfast at one of the picnic spots before continuing through the park. Our entire day will be spent game viewing, bird watching and stopping off at the various waterholes en route.

We depart the park in the late afternoon and return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation.

Included Activities:
-Kruger National Park - Full Day 4X4 Game Drive

Day 3: Greater Kruger National Park

Location: Greater Kruger National Park

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: breaksfast, dinner

We depart the lodge and make our way back into the Kruger National Park. another full day game drive in Kruger National Park. After a full day of exploring we return to the lodge and relax around the fire listening to the night sounds of Africa.


Included Activities:
-Kruger National Park - Full Day 4X4 Game Drive

Day 4: Greater Kruger National Park

Location: Greater Kruger National Park

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals Included: breaksfast, dinner

Spend the day at the lodge at your leisure, or take part in the optional drive along the Panoramic Route viewing the Drakensberg Escarpment - some of the most stunning scenery South Africa has to offer. The sights en route include: God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes and some of the magnificent waterfalls within the Blyde River Canyon.

Optional Activities:
-Panorama Route - Day trip

Day 5: Greater Kruger National Park / Johannesburg

Location: Greater Kruger National Park / Johannesburg

Meals Included: breaksfast

Rise early and head out on a morning bush walk within the surrounds of the property. Guided by a qualified nature guide, we learn about nature's finer details like bird, tree and spoor identification.

Transfer back to Johannesburg (600 km, approx 9-10 hrs). Along the way take in amazing views at the viewpoint over the awesome Blyde River Canyon and view the Three Rondavels.

On arrival in Jo'burg you can be dropped at the airport or any nominated Johannesburg hotel. No accommodation is provided for tonight, but we are able to book you additional accommodation in Johannesburg. Please ask at time of booking.

Please don't book any international flights until after 10pm this evening.

Included Activities:
-Kruger Lodge Reserve - Morning Nature Walk

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Lodge (4 nights)

  • Private Game Reserve - 4x4 Game Drive

  • Kruger National Park - Full Day 4X4 Game Drive

  • Kruger Lodge Reserve - Morning Nature Walk

  • Meals

    4 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 4 dinners

What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • International Travel

Included Activities

  • Private Game Reserve - 4x4 Game Drive
  • Kruger National Park - Full Day Game Drive
  • Kruger National Park - Full Day Game Drive
  • Kruger Lodge Reserve - Morning Nature Walk

Transport

  • 4x4 safari vehicle , Minibus

Accommodation

  • If you require a Sleep Apnea Machine to sleep please ensure that it is battery operated. Lodges and Permanent Tented Camps are often powered by generators which are turned off during the night.

Important Information

  • 1. This trip starts and ends in Johannesburg. We depart between 5.30am and 6:30am on Day 1 so it is essential that you overnight in Johannesburg the day before the tour. If you want to explore Johannesburg at either end of the tour, please allow additional days.
  • 2. You will be picked up between 5.30am and 6.30 am on Day 1 of this itinerary. Our preferred Joining Point Hotel is the Holiday Inn Rosebank and pick up time if 6.00 am. If you require a pick up from another Rosebank area hotel only, please advise your booking agent at least 14 days prior to departure. Our local operations team will advise the relevant Hotel reception of the exact pick up time 24 hours prior to pick up.
  • 3. This trip finishes upon arrival in Johannesburg on Day 5. On arrival in Johannesburg you can be dropped at the airport or at our finishing point hotel. Please do not book any flights until after 10pm this evening.
  • 4. Please note this is a join in adventure and you will travel with a group of like minded Intrepid and non Intrepid passengers during transfers and game drives.

Mode of Transport

  • 4x4 safari vehicle , Minibus

Check out our Q&As

  • Is this trip right for you

    This itinerary starts and finishes in Johannesburg and includes 2 long travel days.

    On Short Breaks, you maintain a good level of independence and freedom, with the added bonus of having the details sorted out for you. You’ll have lots of free time and you won’t be accompanied by a Trip Leader. This means that all included activities and tours will be run by different local Intrepid partners, and these may operate independently from each other. The included activities and transfers will operate on a join-in basis, which means that you could have your Adventure all to yourself, or others may join you along the way. If you would prefer to travel in a group with a dedicated Trip Leader, just get in touch with your booking agent and they will take you through some alternatives.

    The transport to and from Kruger National Park will be in a 13-seater minivan. This is a shuttle service that departs daily. You may be sharing this shuttle ride with other travellers booked on different trips and itineraries to you.

    Our lodge is located within the Greater Kruger Park ecosystem. It’s about a 50 minute drive to Kruger National Park’s Orpen Gate. On this itinerary you will have Game Drives in both the Kruger National Park and neighbouring Private Game Reserves.

    As the early bird catches the worm, the early camper sights the animals. There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.

    Regardless of where you stay, power cuts and breaks in hot water are sometimes unavoidable, as in any developing country. In particular, South Africa suffers from load-shedding: rolling blackouts that are engineered specifically to share out available power in the region.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of intrepid travel charges.

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