Tour destinations:

South Africa: Johannesburg - Blyde River Canyon - God's Window - Bourke's Luck Potholes - Timbavati Concession - Kruger National Park - Traditional Cultural Village

Tour dossier:

Day 1
Kwa Madwale Reserve

An early start from Johannesburg, we travel through the Northern Province of Mpumalanga en route to the breathtaking Kruger National Park. This afternoon we enter the Kwa Madwale Game Reserve just south of the Kruger Park.  After settling in we enjoy a 3 hour evening game drive followed by local dancing and dinner. Look out for those shining eyes and keep your cameras ready! 
Meals:     Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:    Gazebo Game Lodge (Dorm Rooms):  www.biggamebackpackers.co.za

 

Day 2
Kruger National Park

Today we start with a morning game walk before proceeding into the Kruger National Park.  After setting up camp we enjoy an afternoon game drive from the comfort of our Nomad Truck.  On the way keep your eyes open for more wildlife. Our truck gives us a more elevated view of the park, and the ability to spot big cats and other smaller game that can be hiding in the vegetation. Optional Activities: Night game drives with SANP Game Ranger (Subject to availability)

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:  Skukuza or other SANP Camp: www.sanparks.org/parks/kruger

 

Day 3
Kruger National Park

Today we have a full day of game viewing planned in a Kruger National Park open 4x4 vehicle.  This gives you some fantastic photo opportunities so keep your eyes open for Elephant, Lion, Leopard, Rhino and Buffalo, known as Africa’s ‘Big Five’ as well as many other species of animals and birds.

Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight:  Skukuza or other SANP Camp: www.sanparks.org/parks/kruger

Day 4
Panorama Route – Johannesburg

This morning we leave Kruger National Park on our journey back to Johannesburg.  We travel along the spectacular Panorama Route. Blyde River Canyon is the 3rd largest canyon in the world, with breathtaking views of formations such as God’s Window and the Three Rondavels. We also see The Bourke’s Luck Potholes, which have been gradually eroded by the Treur River. Your tour ends on arrival in Johannesburg and most groups spend this last night together at a local restaurant.

Optional Activities:  Morning Game Walk with SANP, Dinner in a local Restaurant.
Meals:   Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6
Uhuru Peak (Summit 5895m) – Horombo Camp

We begin the final, and by far the steepest day’s hiking at 1am and climb by torchlight for the first part of the journey. We travel very slowly in the darkness as we are on a switchback trail over loose volcanic scree. When we reach the crater rim at Gillman's Point, 5685m, we enjoy the spectacular sunrise over Mawenzi. Those who are still feeling strong can make the three hour round trip to Uhuru Peak, passing close to spectacular glaciers, and ice cliffs, that still occupy most of the summit area. The 14km descent to the campsite at Horombo (3720m) is surprisingly fast.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner