Best of Kruger National Park
Best of Kruger National Park
$1676
Best of Kruger National Park
5 Days Starting in Hazyview and ending in Johannesburg
Visiting: Hazyview, Parc Kruger, Johannesburg
Tour operator:
Tour code:
36065
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 30
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
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Tour Overview
South Africa is undoubtedly one of the most culturally and geographically diverse places on earth. Join our five-day tour and see its remarkably untamed wilderness and astonishing range of wildlife roaming freely through Kruger National Park, a massive unfenced game reserve. Get an insight of the Panorama Route and get amazed by the Blyde River Canyon. This trip will fill your senses and will leave great memories for the lifetime. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Kruger National Park: The largest game reserve in South Africa, home to a variety of different species of wild animals, including the Big Five: elephant, lion, rhino, leopard and buffalo. Blyde River Canyon: One of the most spectacular canyons in the world with beautiful mountainous backdrops and panoramic views of the Mpumalanga province. Graskop: At an altitude of 1,400 m above sea level lies this small scenic mining town on the edge of the Drakensberg escarpment. It is the ideal starting point from which to explore Mpumalanga’s highlights, such as Kruger National Park, Pilgrims Rest and the Blyde River Canyon.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Johannesburg – Hazyview (405 Km – 4.5 H)
Location: Hazyview
Accommodation Name: Umbhaba Eco Lodge
Early in the morning, at 6:00 am, you will be picked up from the O.R. Tambo International Airport or nearby airport hotels. Meet and greet by our tour representative who will assist you with the transfer in a shared coach towards Hazyview, the Gateway to the Kruger National Park. The route takes us from the Johannesburg Highveld through the picturesque valleys of the Mpumalanga Lowveld. We arrive at the lodge in Hazyview approximately at 12:00 pm. Check-in to your lodge and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Hazyview is a small farming town and is renowned for its banana industry. It is known as the gateway to the Kruger National Park and is ideally situated to explore the Panorama Route. Enjoy dinner there before settling down for your first night in Africa.
Overnight in Hazyview
Day 2 : Kruger National Park
Location: Hazyview
Accommodation Name: Umbhaba Eco Lodge
A spellbinding experience awaits you this morning. Head out to explore Kruger National Park, often thought of as the world’s largest wildlife zoo. Wake up early in the morning, before sunrise and jump into a safari jeep with a specialized wildlife ranger-guided and drive over to Kruger Park for your very first safari experience. You will start driving visiting various water holes, lookout points & rivers. You will have your breakfast packed by the lodge at a local rest camp/picnic venue, after which thrilling game drive continues and, like completing a wildlife bingo, you will try to spot all of Africa's highly sought-after Big Five: elephant, lion, rhino, leopard and buffalo. You will make two stops during the day, one for breakfast (packed breakfast by the lodge; included) and another for lunch (not included), at different rest camps throughout the safari. That way you will be able to take advantage of your time in the game reserve to the fullest and make sure you don’t miss any animal you were longing to see in its natural habitat. You will be driven back to the lodge in the late afternoon, at around 4:00 pm. The rest of the day is free for you to spend at leisure until dinner is served.
Overnight in Hazyview.
Day 3 : Hazyview – Panorama Route Hazyview
Location: Parc Kruger
Accommodation Name: Umbhaba Eco Lodge
Rise and shine for another African morning in the wilderness. Enjoy your breakfast at the lodge and at around 9:00 am get ready for the departure towards the famous Panorama Route. You will visit the world’s third-largest canyon – the Blyde River Canyon – as well as the Three Rondavels, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, found in the Blyde River, and a small town called Graskop, where we will have lunch (not included) and do some souvenir shopping. We also visit the breath-taking God’s Window, as well as Lisbon falls. You will be back to the lodge at about 5:00 pm for some leisure time, a swim, and time to rest after the past few exciting days, before dinner.
Overnight in Hazyview.
Day 4 : Kruger National Park
Location: Parc Kruger
Accommodation Name: Umbhaba Eco Lodge
Wake up early in the morning, before sunrise, for another African wilderness. Jump into the open safari jeep, and together with your ranger drive towards Kruger National Park. Today you will have an opportunity to see different areas of the Kruger Park. The guide will focus on finding different wildlife that might have alluded you on the previous safaris. You will visit various water holes, lookout points, rivers, and have our pre-packed breakfasts at a local picnic venue. After that, we will visit bird hides and look for the mighty Big 5 again. You will again have a two-stop during the safari, one for breakfast (packed by the lodge; included) and one for lunch (not included). You return to the lodge approximately at 4:00 pm for a swim, relaxing and catching up on the last few days of pictures and experiences until the dinner.
Overnight in Hazyview.
Day 5 : Hazyview Depart Johannesburg (405 Km – 4.5 H)
Location: Johannesburg
Rise and shine early I the morning for your last safari experience. You will be entering the park as the sun rises. You will have another breakfast with the packs supplied by the lodge and continue the safari until 11:00 am when you will be returning back to the lodge for check-out. You will be departing back to O.R. Tambo International Airport or nearby airport hotels, with the arrival time approximately at 5:00 pm. (We recommend you to book your onward domestic flights after 7:00 pm and returning international flight after 8:00 pm).
What's Included
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English-speaking local guide during the Panorama route on day 3
The tour includes the services of an English-speaking local guide during the Panorama route on day 3.
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4 nights’ accommodation
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Specialized wildlife ranger during the safari game drives on days 2, 4, and 5
A specialized wildlife ranger will guide you during the safari game drives on days 2, 4, and 5.
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4 breakfasts
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4 dinners
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Arrival transfer from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Lodge in Hazyview
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Departure transfer from the Lodge in Hazyview to O.R. Tambo International Airport
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Open safari vehicle for game drives
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All entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
The tour includes all entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary, including 2 full-day game drives in open safari vehicles on days 2 and 4, entrance to Kruger National Park, and the Panorama Route on day 3 (includes the Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Lisbon Falls, and God’s Window).
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Meet & Greet at the airport OR Tambo International Airport on Day 1
What's Not Included
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Expenses of a personal nature, drinks, and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
Expenses of a personal nature, drinks, and meals not explicitly stated in the programme are not included.
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Lunches throughout the program
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Personal travel, baggage, and medical insurance
Personal travel, baggage, and medical insurance are not included.
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Gratuity for driver and guide
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Telephone bill, laundry, and any items of a personal nature
Telephone bills, laundry, and any items of a personal nature are not included.
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Optional tours, international or domestic flight tickets, and airport taxes or visa fees
Optional tours, international or domestic flight tickets, and airport taxes or visa fees are not included.
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Expenses of a personal nature drinks and meals if not stated explicitly in the programme
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Personal travel baggage and medical insurance
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Telephone bill laundry and any items of a personal nature
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Optional tours International or domestic flight tickets and airport taxes or visa fees
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes arrival and departure transfers from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Hazyview, and open safari vehicles for game drives within Kruger National Park.
Accommodation
Stay at the Umbhaba Eco Lodge in Hazyview, offering comfortable accommodations and a serene environment. Enjoy the lodge's amenities and relax after exciting days of safari adventures.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of guide will be with us during the safari game drives?
A specialized wildlife ranger will accompany you during the safari game drives on days 2, 4, and 5.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners. Lunches are not included.
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What is the recommended time to book onward flights on the last day of the tour?
It is recommended to book onward domestic flights after 7:00 pm and returning international flights after 8:00 pm on the last day of the tour.
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What kind of vehicle will be used for the game drives?
An open safari vehicle will be used for the game drives.
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What are some of the key attractions visited on the Panorama Route?
On the Panorama Route, you will visit the Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Lisbon Falls, and God’s Window.
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Is there a meet and greet service at the airport?
Yes, there is a meet and greet service at O.R. Tambo International Airport on Day 1.
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What should I expect on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will be picked up early in the morning from O.R. Tambo International Airport or nearby airport hotels and transferred to Hazyview. You will check into your lodge and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
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Will there be any stops during the safari game drives?
Yes, there will be two stops during the safari game drives: one for breakfast and another for lunch.
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What is the accommodation like during the tour?
You will stay at the Umbhaba Eco Lodge in Hazyview for 4 nights.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?
Yes, all entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary are included, such as entrance to Kruger National Park and the Panorama Route.
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How does Today Voyages work?
We are an Online Travel Agency, specialized in Group Vacations and Private Vacations. We have been in business for over 30 years through our sister company Go West Tours and, throughout the years, have developed an extensive network of trusted professionals around the world and a structured methodology to screen our suppliers. Today Voyages offers a selection of tours that are designed, managed and operated by our network of trusted Tour Operators and DMCs. Our database is connected with our partners so that when you make a booking with us this will immediately be received and processed by the Tour Operator.
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Where should I buy the flights to reach my destination?
Today Voyages does not sell flights directly. None of our tours come with flights included. Why? Because we prefer to give full flexibility to our valued customers to select the airlines and the booking platform they prefer. As soon as your flight is booked and confirmed, we invite you to update your flight plan within your Today Voyages booking confirmation page by entering your flight number, departure and arrival times, as well as your Passport information (if needed). None of these fields are mandatory but we highly encourage you to provide as much information as possible. This will allow us to provide you with the excellent service you are looking for.
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What is an additional excursion or tour optional?
Certain tours might show a selection of additional excursions/optional activities that you may want to add to our standard itinerary. These services are priced separately and can be added to the cart before completing the booking. We believe these optional services to contribute to making your vacation unforgettable; however, you are in no way obliged to purchase them. All our tours are awesome with our without optional services!
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What is the difference between Group Vacations and Private Vacations?
If you purchase one of our Group vacation packages, you will be escorted by a professional tour guide and will be traveling with other like-minded travelers you may not know. The group size depends on the tour you select. If you purchase one of our Private vacation packages, you will be traveling only within your group of friends. You may or may not be escorted by a professional tour guide; this depends on the type of private tour you are interested in.
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When and how will I receive the travel documents (vouchers)?
If you book one of our Group or Private tours, you will receive your travel documents via email approximately 20 days prior to travel date. If you reserve one of our Vacation Rentals, you will hear back from the property manager via email a few days prior to checking-in. We recommend checking your emails on a regular basis as this is our most reliable method of communication. If you have questions or need additional support, you can always chat with us or email us directly.
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What happens if a Group tour does not get confirmed?
It is very simple... you will be offered an alternative departure date or be refunded the full amount you pre-paid. No questions asked!
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What happens after I book?
The majority of our tours are confirmed at the time of booking. This means that, after submitting the payment online, you will receive an order confirmation email; make sure to save this email and to note down your confirmation number for any future communication with us. Some tours may be sold on a 'on request' basis. This means that for these tours we reserve the right to check the availability of your spot(s) with the Tour Operator before confirming the tour to you. As soon as you submit the payment online for a 'on request' tour you will receive an email notification that confirms your order request. Within 72 hours, you will receive either a confirmation email or a denial email. Do not worry... we will do everything we can to confirm your tour!
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Low Deposit
Today Voyages requires a minimum deposit of 30% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of today voyages charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.