Camping:
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R 12300
US$ 200 payable in US$ cash to guide on departure
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R 60 for camping clients without own sleeping bag. Click here (Opens in new window)
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Johannesburg to Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre
Kruger national park full day game drive
Kruger national park full day game drive
Blyde River Canyon to Bilene
Bilene
Barra Reef
Barra Reef
Tofo beach
Tofo beach
Maputo
Return to Johannesburg
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Detailed itinerary:
Day 1: Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (South Africa) We depart early morning from Johannesburg & Pretoria. We will stop en-route for breakfast (own cost), after which we continue to Nelspruit (only if we have pickups there) and then to the Kapama Cheetah Centre (Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre). This afternoon we do a guided tour of the Centre with one of their guides. The centre is home to many endangered species, such as wild dog, cheetah, ground hornbill, vultures, king cheetah and many more.
A short drive takes us to a 3 star safari lodge close to Kruger national park where we will be staying. The lodge has a variety of wildlife including blue wildebeest, impala, nyala, giraffe and much more. Clients can cool off in the large swimming pool, or relax by the vibrant pool bar. A three course dinner will be prepared by the lodge chef and served in the restaurant next to the pool. This is truly one of the most beautiful safari lodges in the area. Camping accommodation: Permanent erected canvas tents Bedded accommodation: Chalets with en-suite bathrooms Included meals: Dinner
Day 2: Kruger National Park (South Africa) A short drive takes us to Orpen gate which is the most central gate to Kruger national park, where we arrive as the gates open. Kruger is home to 147 mammal (including the Big 5), 114 reptile & 502 bird species. All game drives will be done in open sided 4x4 game viewing vehicles, for ultimate game viewing and photos. Kruger national park is the same size as Israel, Wales or Netherlands and contains different vegetation types that attract different animals to different areas of the park. Therefore we spend as much time on game drives as possible, so that we give ourselves a better chance of seeing different animal and bird species. We concentrate the game drives around the central region of the park, where we have a better chance of seeing the big cats and a large variety of animals. All our guides are very knowledgeable and will give you plenty of information on each animal seen, birds and the vegetation. Breakfast and lunch will be prepared by your guide and enjoyed at one of the many picnic sites inside Kruger national park. The guides will also stop at various view points and hides inside the park, where you can stretch your legs while looking for wildlife. You will also stop at shops during the day, where you can buy snacks, drinks etc. You guide will also stop at a shop before leaving the park, so that you can buy drinks for the evening. Camping accommodation: Permanent erected canvas tents Bedded accommodation: Chalets with en-suite bathrooms Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Kruger National Park (South Africa) We start the day with a cup of coffee or tea, before heading out on a game drive in an open game viewing vehicle shortly after the gates open. You will be on a game drive for the majority of the day, searching for as many animal species as possible. Breakfast and lunch will be enjoyed at picnic sites inside Kruger national park. You will stop at shops during the day, as well as before leaving the park to buy drinks. Camping accommodation: Permanent erected canvas tents Bedded accommodation: Chalets with en-suite bathrooms Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Night drive: We operate our night drives in Thorny Bush big 5 game reserve, which is well known for fantastic game and night drives, with excellent game viewing. The night drives are done in 4x4 open game viewing vehicles. We depart on the night rive after dinner, when game viewing is at its best. This is an optional activity which cost R200 to R250 per person, payable to the night drive guide in cash.
Day 4: Blyde River Canyon to Bilene (Mozambique) We depart early morning, heading towards the Blyde River Canyon, where we stop at the magnificent Three Rondawels view point. The Blyde River Canyon is the third largest canyon in the world. From here we drive to Nelspruit and then on to the border of Mozambique. After the border formalities, we will make our way up to beautiful Bilene, a small town surrounded by inland lakes. Included meals: Light breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Camping
Important information:
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11 Days, 10 nights
Monday
Johannesburg, Pretoria, Nelspruit
Johannesburg, Pretoria, Nelspruit Click here (Opens in new tab)
Included:
All transport
All accommodation
Qualified and registered guide
All camping and other equipment
Meals as specified in the detailed itinerary
Hoedspruit Cheetah Centre
Entrance & conservation fees to Kruger national park
Game drives in Kruger national park (Full day drives)
Blyde River Canyon (Three Rondawels view point)
Bilene and the turtles
Barra, Tofo, Ocean Safari, Quissico Inland Lakes
Excluded:
All drinks (except coffee & tea with meals)
Meals not specified in the detailed itinerary
Optional activities
Visas if required
Vehicles used:
Can change without notice for services & breakdowns
Day 5: Bilene (Mozambique) After an early morning swim in the clear waters of the inland lake that stretches for 27 kilometers, breakfast is served, after which you can relax on the beach at our campsite. Your guide will organize you a boat trip across the inland lake to the beaches of the Indian Ocean after which your local guide will then take you for a walk along the beach to one of the spots where you might be lucky enough to observe the Hawksbill and Green Turtles which make the Bilene area their home. The rest of the day you can familiarize yourself with the local fisherman and maybe even go prawning with them. This is an excellent time to immerse yourself in their culture and get to know how the locals live. There is a local market where you can find an assortment of curios, and taking a walk around town is a must. Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner (Fish BBQ) Accommodation: Camping
Days 6 & 7: Barra Reef (Mozambique) After waking up to the sounds of the Indian Ocean, we will enjoy a hearty tropical breakfast before travelling north to the town of Inhambane, with one of the best curio markets in Mozambique. After a visit to the market, we will head towards Barra Beach. The warm tropical waters of Barra attract many species of fish and other sea dwelling creatures such as Green and Leather-Back Turtles, Manta Rays and the Whale Shark, the majestic giant of the sea. Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner Accommodation: Beach Chalets
Days 8 & 9: Tofo Beach (Mozambique) Leaving Barra Reef a short drive takes us to Tofo Beach for the next two days.
The days are spent organizing swimming trips, lazing in the sun, swimming in the tropical sea, playing beach volleyball and walking down to the beach bar for sundowners. The small town of Tofo also has its own small curio and food market, and one or two restaurants where they serve great seafood and other local dishes typical of Mozambique. Your guide will organize your Ocean Safari, which is included in the tour. If you would like to learn how to surf, you will have the opportunity to take some classes. Included meals: Breakfast, 1 x Dinner Accommodation: Camping
Day 10: Maputo (Mozambique) After time spent on the pristine beaches, our journey takes us south to Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique. Arriving late afternoon, we will settle into our hotel rooms, and later on your guide will take you out for the night to one of the restaurants in the city. Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Budget hotel
Day 11: Return to Johannesburg and Pretoria (South Africa) Before bidding a fond farewell to paradise, your guide will take you on a short tour of the city before making our way towards the border. As we slowly drive home, take a look out of the window, smile, and think to yourself that not many people get to do what you just did. Included meals: Breakfast
Optional activities in Kruger national park Night drive in open safari vehicles
Barra (Mozambique) Discover scuba diving course (Full day)
Horse riding (1.5 hours)
Pansy shell island trip (3 hours including lunch)
Sundowner cruise (2 hours)
Inhambane city tour (4 hours)
Dive course (4 days)
Tofo (Mozambique) One Dive
Open water dive course (including 4 sea dives)
Cheap affordable budget student adventure Kruger National Park South Africa and Mozambique beach holiday safari tour. Camping and bedded accommodated accommodation Kruger National Park at Timbavati Safari Lodge close to Orpen gate and Hoedspruit. Full day game viewing drives in 4x4 open sided game viewing vehicles.