Overview

5 Days / 4 Nights

Private Tour -

5-Day Kruger Park Safari and Panorama Route Tour

South Africa

From: ZAR R 20,500.00

Created by Thamia Tsoladi - Khalanga Safaris

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Created by Thamia Tsoladi - Khalanga Safaris

Introduction

Explore the world famous Kruger National Park with us and marvel at the wonders of the Drakensberg Mountains - all in one tour package! This tour includes accommodation, activities, transfers from and back to OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, all entrance fees for listed activities and some meals. Enquire with us to find out more about availability and rates!

Highlights

Kruger National Park

Panorama Route

Blyde River Canyon Boat Cruise

Vehicles

Our vehicles

Open Safari Vehicle

Our vehicles are licensed by the South African Department of Transport to transport customers on any public road between your lodge and the National Park, or for larger distances. This includes an extensive passenger liability and other insurance covers, regular roadworthy checks and vehicle services.

Toyota Hilux - Pop-up roof

The open safari vehicle or in short, OSV is specifically designed for game viewing purposes. Each vehicle carries 9 passengers on the viewing platform and has doors and a sunroof as well as side, front and back flaps that can be closed for protection against wind and rain if needed. An additional seat is available in the passenger cabin next to the guide who is also the driver. The vehicle can be accessed by 2 steps that are mounted on the vehicle, and we can provide an extra mobile step if needed.

Toyota Fortuner

Our Toyota Fortuner is used to transport guests on public roads between lodges and the airport or different attractions outside Kruger National Park. We also use this vehicle for the scenic "Panorama Route Tour". It seats 7 passengers and is equipped with the newest technology to make your trip not only comfortable but part of your amazing safari experience.

Day 1

Panorama Route

The magnificent mountain scenery of Mpumalanga’s escarpment region is highlighted on the Panorama Route. Here you can explore a varied mosaic of sweeping viewpoints, lush evergreen forests, cascading waterfalls and other beauty spots situated in the fertile Drakensberg highlands flanking the immense Blyde River Canyon. The Drakensberg escarpment stretches for more than 1,000 kilometres from the Eastern Cape Province in the South, then successively forms, in order from south to north, the border between Lesotho and the Eastern Cape and the border between Lesotho and KwaZulu-Natal Province. The escarpment winds north from there, through Mpumalanga where it is known as the Panorama Route Tour.

After your pick-up at OR Tambo Airport you will enjoy your shared shuttle transfer in a comfortable 14-seater mini bus to your destination in the mountains, from where you will have a private guide. On this first day he will take you on this scenic road trip where we will be making several stops at the different view points, such as God's Window, The Three Rondavels and Bourke's Luck Potholes. Here you can enjoy a short hike, explore the area and take many pictures.

Activities Day 1

Early Morning

Airport Pick-Up, O.R. Tambo International Airport

7h30

Transfer by Road, Johannesburg via Panorama Route to The Big Shoe
Transfer time; 4 to 5 hours

Afternoon

Panorama Route Tour, Panorama Route

Late afternoon

Check-in at hotel, Westlodge Bed & Breakfast

Accommodation Day 1

Westlodge Bed & Breakfast Luxury

Guest house

Situated in a Victorian house in Graskop, Westlodge B&B features a rose garden and spacious, heated rooms with country-style décor, satellite TV and a hospitality tray. This is the perfect base from which to explore the scenic Panorama Route sights. You will enjoy the views of the sweeping hills of the Northern Drakensberg Escarpment, and a peaceful nights' rest at this nostalgic and lovingly maintained guest house.

Meal Plan Dinner Drinking water

Day 2 to 4

Kruger National Park

Today we enter the classic safari country of one of the world’s most exciting wildlife destinations, the Kruger National Park. From regal lions and heavyweight elephants to bumbling warthogs and dazzling lilac-breasted rollers, this immense park is home to almost 150 mammals and more than 500 bird species.

We begin our day with a morning boat cruise on the Blyde River Canyon, set against the towering cliffs of the Blyde River Canyon. The cruise offers stunning views of the canyon walls, waterfalls, and the chance to spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife. Later on we make our way into the National Park itself on the open safari vehicle (OSV), offering the best views of the surrounding areas and increasing chances of animal sightings.

You will spend Day 3+ 4 in the National Park with our experienced safari guide, who will amaze you with his knowledge of the African bush which he will share with you in an engaging and fun way.

Activities Day 2

9am

Blyde Boat Cruise, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve

Around Lunchtime

Transfer by Road, Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve via Hoedspruit to Kruger National Park
Transfer time; 1 to 2 hours

Afternoon

Enjoy a private safari in Kruger National Park.

Late afternoon

Check-in, Satara Rest Camp

Activities Day 3

Early Morning

Coffee / Tea & Rusk, Satara Rest Camp
Enjoy a private guided safari in Kruger National Park.

Midday

Relaxing and lunch at own account, Satara Rest Camp

Afternoon

Guided safari in Kruger National Park.

Activities Day 4

Early Morning

Coffee / Tea & Rusk, Satara Rest Camp
Guided game drive in Kruger National Park.

Midday

Relaxing and lunch at own account, Satara Rest Camp

Afternoon

Guided game drive in Kruger National Park this afternoon.

Accommodation Day 2 to 4

Satara Rest Camp Mid-Range

Bungalow

Satara is the largest and most strategically located rest camp in central Kruger Park. Surrounded by open savannah and grassy plains, it boasts sweeping views from its restaurant and shaded lawns and it is easy to observe animals while enjoying a meal or drink. Arriving at this camp after a morning game drive and gathering around the sightings board in the reception area is firmly part of the Kruger experience for us. As the park’s third-largest rest camp, Satara boasts good amenities, including a well-stocked shop, a restaurant, a swimming pool and a filling station. Enjoy a walk around the camp and along the fences to see animals, greet other safari goers or browse through the souvenirs at the camp shop.

Alternative Accommodations

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Meal Plan No Meals Included Drinking water Dinner Drinking water

Day 5

Kruger National Park

On this day you will enjoy your last morning game drive, before returning back to OR Tambo Airport via shared shuttle. You will reach your destination at ca 17:00.

We are sure that you will have enjoyed your safari adventure with Khalanga Safaris to the maximum; made many unforgettable memories and that you will return home wishing to come back as soon as possible!

Buffalo with red-billed oxpecker in the water

Activities Day 5

Early Morning

Enjoy a private safari in Kruger National Park.

11am

Transfer by Road, Kruger National Park via Hoedspruit to O.R. Tambo International Airport
Transfer time; 5 to 6 hours

Accommodations Overview

Show alternative accommodations

Accommodation Day 1 Panorama Route

Class: Luxury Included

Guest house

Westlodge Bed & Breakfast

Meal Plan: Dinner

No alternative accommodation for Day 1

Accommodation Day 2 to 4 Kruger National Park

Class: Mid-Range Included

Bungalow

Satara Rest Camp

Meal Plan: Day 2 – Breakfast, Day 3 – No Meals Included & Day 4 – Dinner

Alternative for Day 2 to 4

Class: Luxury Same Price

Lodge

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

Meal Plan:	Breakfast & Dinner

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5-Day Kruger Park Safari and Panorama Route Tour

Introduction

Highlights

Vehicles

Our vehicles

Toyota Hilux - Pop-up roof

Toyota Fortuner

Panorama Route

Activities Day 1

7h30

Afternoon

Late afternoon

Westlodge Bed & Breakfast Luxury

Kruger National Park

Activities Day 2

Around Lunchtime

Afternoon

Late afternoon

Activities Day 3

Midday

Afternoon

Activities Day 4

Midday

Afternoon

Satara Rest Camp Mid-Range

Alternative Accommodations

Kruger National Park

Activities Day 5

11am

Accommodations Overview

Accommodation Day 1 Panorama Route

Class: Luxury Included

Westlodge Bed & Breakfast

No alternative accommodation for Day 1

Accommodation Day 2 to 4 Kruger National Park

Class: Mid-Range Included

Satara Rest Camp

Alternative for Day 2 to 4

Class: Luxury Same Price

Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa

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5 Days / 4 Nights

5-Day Kruger Park Safari and Panorama Route Tour

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Day 2 to 4