9 Day Kruger & KwaZulu Safari - Pretoria to Durban Accommodated Safari
Day 1: Pretoria
Today is at leisure to enjoy all that the Jacaranda city has to offer. Clients are to meet at Twana Lodge at 17h00 for the pre-departure meeting. Here you will meet your crew and fellow travellers.
Accommodation: Lodge
Day 2: Graskop (B)
We leave Pretoria early this morning to make our way to the beautiful undulating landscape of the Mpumalanga province. We stop off at various viewpoints along the scenic Panorama Route - including the famous 'God's Window' where the magnificent views abound.
Accommodation: Chalet
Day 3: Kruger National Park (B)
After viewing some more of the area's magnificent scenery, we head for the famous Kruger National Park and our first game driving experience. We enter the park in the late afternoon as the day is cooling and begin our search for some of the park's famous inhabitants. After our game viewing, we head back to our 'camp' where the viewing deck affords spectacular views of the river and opportunities to see the animals as they approach in the early evening to quench their thirst.
Accommodation: Luxury Tent
Day 4: Kruger National Park (B)
The best time to see the game is early morning and late afternoon as most animals tend to rest in the hotter hours of the day. We begin our day on a game drive and explore the surrounding area - if we are lucky, we may spot some of Africa's big 5! We relax during the heat of the day and go out on a second game drive in the late afternoon to find those animals which have thus far eluded us.
Accommodation: Luxury Tent
Day 5: Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Swaziland (B / L)
We set out early this morning and bid farewell to the Kruger region. We make our way south to the lesser known Kingdom of Swaziland, where after border formalities; we can fully appreciate the panoramic views of this 'tiny' country. This afternoon we have the opportunity to explore some of the options available at Mlilwane. These include walks, bicycle rides and horse riding excursions. Mlilwane was the first of Swaziland's wildlife refuges and is home to many species of antelope and resident bird-life.
Accommodation: Chalet
Day 6: St Lucia (B)
The town of St Lucia lies nestled between the warm Indian Ocean and a fresh water Estuary. This estuary is home to a wide variety of local bird-life and numerous pods of resident hippo and crocodiles make this unsafe for swimming - but offer a great opportunity for sightings when explored by boat. Enjoy the sunset over this striking backdrop while on the lagoon boat cruise.
Accommodation: Lodge
Day 7: St Lucia (B)
Today we have the option to explore the nearby Hluhluwe / Umfolozi National Park or simply relax at the beach and in the charming town of St. Lucia. The Hluhluwe / Umfolozi National Park is home to the largest population of black and white rhino in the world. There are various excursions to take part in around the St. Lucia region including walks, hikes, fishing trips and many more.
Accommodation: Lodge
Day 8: Durban (B)
After a leisurely start, we head down the coast to the suburb of Umhlanga, just north of Durban. Umhlanga is well known for its great beaches and has a great many opportunities for a bit of retail therapy. We spend the afternoon at leisure enjoying the beautiful sea views and excursions this area has to offer.
Accommodation: Lodge
Day 9: Durban (B)
Our tour ends after breakfast from the lodge and we part ways having just experienced a safari of a lifetime!
Optional excursions
- Pretoria, Soweto Township Tour - US$ 50
- Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Guided Walk - US$ 15
- Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Mountain Biking - US$ 15
- Hluhluwe / Umfolozi National Park, Game Drive (min. 4) - US$ 70
(All prices are approximate and are subject to change)
