Complete Kruger Park Safari experience for the budget conscious traveller – open vehicle safaris, walking safaris and night safaris. Includes transport to/from Johannesburg.
HIghlights: - 3h Sunset/Night Safari in BIG 5 Balule Game Reserve (part of Kruger Park) - Full Day in Kruger Park Safari with Open Vehicles - Sunrise Walking Safari with armed game ranger - Visit to Blyde River Canyon
Day 1 09:00 You are collected you from your hostel or Johannesburg Airport and travel via Dullstroom or Nelspruit to Tremisana Lodge in the Big Five Balule Game Reserve.
There you transfer to an open Safari Vehicle for a Sunset Drive. After dark, spotlights are used to locate nocturnal animals. You enjoy dinner at Tremisana, before you are transferred to Marc’s Camp in the Motlala Game Reserve.
Fall asleep to the gurgling of the river, interrupted by the eerie whoops of hyena, spine-chilling wails of jackals and the plaintive cry of the thick-tailed bush baby. Awaken to the melodious chorus of birdsong and watch the activity of wildlife drinking at the river or at our spotlight waterhole. Walk along the pristine banks of the perennial Klaserie River amongst huge Sycamore Figs and giant Matumi trees………. Your accommodation comprises tents along the Klaserie River. All the tents are supplied with beds and bedding, soap and towels, lights and fans.
Day 2 After breakfast you travel on the open-sided Safari Vehicle to the Orpen Gate of Kruger Park. The added elevation and absence of windows allow for excellent viewing and photographic opportunities. Your qualified guide will show you various animals, large and small, that frequent this outstanding wildlife paradise. This zone of Kruger has the highest percentage population of giraffe, zebra and antelope that attract numerous lions and other predators.
You spend the full day traversing different areas of central Kruger Park – visiting waterholes, dams, lookouts and stop at picnic spots and rest camps (lunch stop at Satara Rest Camp)
Return to Marc’s Camp late afternoon. Dinner at Marc’s Camp
Day 3 You start with an early morning Bush Walk accompanied by an armed ranger. You will be shown various interesting details of the bush, including insects, spoor and scats. You have an excellent chance of encountering Rhino, Buffalo, Nyala and other game on foot.
After breakfast, we check-out and depart.
The route takes us via the Three Rondawels scenic viewpoint in the Blyde River Canyon. We return you to your hostel or Johannesburg airport at around 17h00.
Overnight: None (available on request) Meals today: Breakfast
Included: • Return transport to/from Johannesburg • 2 Nights accommodation in safari tents • Breakfast & Dinner • 3h Sunset/Night Safari in BIG 5 Balule Game Reserve (part of Kruger Park) • Full Day in Kruger Park Safari with Open Vehicles • Sunrise Walking Safari with armed game ranger • Visit to Blyde River Canyon • All entrance/conservation fees
[bold[Excluded • International flights • All beverages • Personal travel insurance • Gratuities & Tips to safari guides & housekeeping
Options: • Extend this safari to 4 or 5 days • “Upgrade” your accommodation to Marc’s Authentic Tree Houses or the luxury Tremisana Safari Lodge • Add a Victoria Falls adventure[ to this safari • Add a trip to see magical Cape Town and Table Mountain
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We've returned from a trip of a lifetime, it was thoroughly fabulous.
The tour operator managed to take care of every aspect of our trip and the itinerary was fantastic.
Each of the safari destinations were unique and your selection was superb. We'd be hard pressed to decide on just one and thus the three selected were perfect. Cape Town and Victoria Falls were also incredible travel destinations.
We cannot thank the operator enough and sincerely appreciate their experience and efforts.
We will not hestitate to use your services in the future, nor will we hestitate to reccomend your services.
I had a great time on my safari adventure in southern Africa. The arrangements all worked perfectly for me, and they were pretty complicated as I had seven different lodging venues and all the transportation moving between them required.
I particularly enjoyed my stays n the Timbavati Private Game Preserve, and in Thornybush Private Game Reserve. The animal viewing was fantastic and the experiences provided by the staffd members and facilities were really first rate.
The trip exceeded my already high expectations, as you would expect since an African safari was No. 1 on my "bucket list."
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Client:
Jeannie - from United States
Trip:
currently unavailable
Rating:
rating 10/10
Comment:
Trains, animals and food are some of the few passions I have in life (not necessarily in that order).
My decision to go to South Africa was mainly to experience an intimate encounter with wildlife in an environment that is as close to their natural environment as possible. My initial contact was to inquire about a package tour that was advertised on the Africa Guide that includes the Blue Train, Big 5 Safari and Cape Town. From the very beginning, Cecil was the specialist that took care of me. I knew what I wanted from the trip but the challenge was to design an itinerary that would accommodate time constraints (the trip was a last minute decision and I had to be back home by certain date) and to include the Blue Train with its limited time schedule. Cecil worked hard in designing several itineraries to best fit my schedule and budget. All throughout, Cecil was always very patient and replied professionally and promptly to all of my questions.
I didn't know what to expect from the trip as I had never travelled to any countries in Africa. All of the tour guides were very professional, knowledgeable, prompt, pleasant, and friendly. Cape Town was beautiful and the people felt genuinely nice. Being in the Blue Train was quite an experience. It’s the perfect backdrop for an Agatha Christie's novel - mysterious, elegant, and classic. Service was superb and the train was truly a moving 5-star hotel.
The safari is a photographer's dream. There were so many momentous events to capture. I am still dumbfounded as to how close we can get to these wild animals. Pierre and Service, the assigned ranger and trekker were quite a team. They tracked all Big 5 and many other wildlife. Pierre was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna of the region. It's always gratifying to learn from one who shows much enthusiasm in his field.
I learn so much about the history and peoples of South Africa. Of course the opinions of the history, culture and points of view differ in range with people from different backgrounds and economic status. All politics aside, South Africans were very approachable, courteous and warm. Overall, it was a spectacular and unforgettable experience.
From a scale of 1 to 10 (10 being top marks) I give this trip a score of 10!
I had an excellent time and really enjoyed myself to the point that I am looking at returning next year.
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Client:
Pamela Davidson - from United States
Trip:
currently unavailable
Rating:
rating 10/10
Comment:
Thank you for a amazing trip. It was more than I thought it would be. I did so much and saw so many awesome animals , I saw four of the big five. The places I stayed was great. Cliff Top was one of my favorites , beautiful place and huge game farm for the animals. The staff was so nice there. The Ranger Sebastian was awesome and funny.
The Elephant Safari was a highlight as well as the great tour of Cape Town. Cape Town is a great city. I went to the waterfront thanks for the suggestion I got to spend a good amount of time there. Thanks again. Also the drivers were nice and great also. Everything went smooth with the transfers.
We enjoyed a wonderful safari holiday thanking the competence and the seriousness of the tour operator and of our guide/interpreter/driver Mrs.Carla Dogliani.
I just returned from the most wonderful holiday in Africa! It's my first visit and it will certainly not be my last. I thoroughly enjoyed myself, from camping at Victoria Falls to Safari at Kruger and finally at the most beautiful Cape Town.
The operator was helpful. He was very responsive from the beginning and I am very grateful for his help in booking 4days/3 nights at a tent at Waterfront Resort, Livingstone, Zambia. The arrangement including transfer from OR Tambo was flawless and it was a very auspicious start of my holiday :-)
Now I am planning my next trip to Africa and will certainly turn to your website for ideas and suggestions. Thank you for the great site and keep up the good work.
The trip was WONDERFUL! We had a FABULOUS time and we would do it all over again!
The whole thing was VERY organized! Right from the start, Cecil, was great at answering our questions and staying in contact with us!
The tour guides were fun and professional, the hotels were perfect (some fancy and some bungalows), the food was good and the tours/safaris were exactly what we were looking for (not too fast and not too slow)! I would highly recommend both a trip to Africa and using this operator to go!
The operator took care of my every need for my first trip to Africa. I was a bit nervous traveling as a single female, but they made all the arrangements and everything was taken care of for me.
My safari in Kruger Park was unforgettable. Marc's Treehouse Lodge fit the occasion perfectly, although I did have a few unwanted guests the first evening :-). The hostess was very sweet, the food delicious, and the safari exciting. The guides were not only knowledgeable but anyone could tell they were completely dedicated and enthralled with their jobs. That made our safari even more special.
Victoria Falls was breathtaking. The tour on the falls and the river cruise just made the experience that more memorable. I have photographs of scenes that I could never have imagined. Again, the accommodations at the Zambezi Sun were lovely and the food excellent. The staff were helpful, always polite and always with a smile.
Cape Town speaks for itself. Africa definitely is a place of surprises. First a safari, then to the falls, then on to a bustling metropolis with a small town flair. Only in Africa :-). Both guides in Cape Town were phenomenal!! They answered every question and more. They were as excited as their guests to show them their town and all the beautiful sites. They made my stay that much more special.
I want to personally thank Cecil and all his Team for making my first trip to Africa as memorable as I knew it would be. I will definitely return and hope to build more fond memories...and hope to bring my family and friends along too.
The Safari was great. Everything was organised well. Thank you very much again.
Just something small. What I would suggest is that just one night will be at Marc's Treehouse and the other nights at an other hotel. The Marc's Treehouse is very special, but me and also other people thought that they have to do some renovatings. Once we had a big rain at night. I was lucky with my room but the others not. Some people had water in the room.
But after that everything was ok and the tour in Cape Town was also well organised.
