Basic Safari

5-Day Kruger and Greater Kruger Semi-Exclusive Safari

by Safari With Us5 daysSouth Africa

Overview

Tour Overview

South Africa Safari: This safari game drives are conducted in Kruger and Greater Kruger Reserves thereby offering greater variety. With a mix of shared and private game

Day by Day

Itinerary

1

Johannesburg to Kruger National Park

Day 1Johannesburg to Kruger National Park Johannesburg to Kruger National Park This Kruger safari departs daily from Johannesburg. We can pick you up from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport or a Johannesburg hotel. You will travel East passing picturesque landscapes and farmlands on route to our lodge near Kruger. Enjoy a comfort stop along the way. You will also be able to buy snacks and refreshments during comfort stops. ETA in Hazyview is around 1:00 pm. After check in, you will have time to relax and freshen up before boarding an open sided safari vehicle for an exciting 2–2.5 hour sunset game drive in Kruger National Park. This is a shared game drive. The lodge is about 15–20 minutes drive from the Phabeni Kruger Gate. After your safari game drive, you will return to the lodge where you can unwind, have drinks and relax. Dinner and your overnight at lodge. Main Destination: Kruger National Park Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season) High Season December to January and July to August Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain) Wildlife in Kruger NP ElephantAbundant GiraffeCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraAbundant WildebeestCommon Show more HippoCommon HyenaCommon White RhinoOccasional LeopardOccasional CheetahOccasional Black RhinoRare Wild DogRare Accommodation: Kruger Adventure Lodge Budget lodge located near Hazyview (Town) +17 Photos +16 Photos Meals & Drinks: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

2

Kruger National Park

Day 2Kruger National Park Kruger National Park This morning, you will enjoy coffee/tea and rusks/biscuits before departing on a full day of game viewing in the Kruger National Park (Skukuza area). Packed breakfast is included. This is a private game drive that starts early morning and ends around 3 pm The Skukuza area is rich in wildlife and the elevated height of the 4×4 open-sided vehicle makes for excellent viewing and photographic opportunities. You’ll enjoy lunch at one of the park’s restaurants (at your own account). After lunch, we will start the 2 hour afternoon game drive in the Kruger National Park. Around 3 pm we return to Lodge. You will have some time to relax and explore the surroundings before dinner. Enjoy a delicious dinner before bed time. Main Destination: Kruger National Park Accommodation: Kruger Adventure Lodge Budget lodge located near Hazyview (Town) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

3

Panorama Route

Day 3Panorama Route Panorama Route Today you will go on a tour of the Panorama Route. You depart on this scenic excursion just after a scrumptious full course breakfast. Scenic stops along the Panorama Route include: God’s Window The Pinnacle Bourke’s Luck Potholes Blyde River Canyon Wonderview Three Rondawels Graskop & Pilgrim’s Rest At least 1 of the following waterfalls: Lisbon Falls, Mac-Mac Falls, Lone Creek Falls. (Depends on the time of year and rainfall.) Lunch at a restaurant - at your own cost. Afterwards, we will transfer you to Sabi Sand Game Reserve. After check-in at camp you will depart on an exhilarating sunset and nights safari. (Note should we not have availability at Sabi Sand we use an alternative such as Manyeleti or Klaserie) We will return to camp for a delicious dinner and your overnight stay. Main Destination: Panorama Route (Highlight) Accommodation: Umkumbe Bush Lodge Luxury tented camp located inside Umkumbe GR (Sabi Sands) +22 Photos +21 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

4

Sabi Sand Activities

Day 4Sabi Sand Activities Sabi Sand Activities Enjoy early morning coffee or tea served with biscuits. You'll then depart on an exhilarating bush walk with an armed ranger. After your bushwalk, return to camp for a hearty breakfast. You will have time relax at camp and explore the area. Late afternoon you depart on an exciting sunset and night safari. Sabi Sand is one of the best game reserves in South Africa (if not the best) and offers fantastic game viewing and safari experience. During these game drives, you’ll see a wide variety of wildlife and have plenty of photographic opportunities. After our night safari, we’ll make our way back to the Sabi Sand tented camp. Enjoy dinner and your overnight stay. Note should we not have availability in Sabi Sand we use an alternative reserve such as Manyeleti or Klaserie. Main Destination: Sabi Sand Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger) Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season) High Season October to March (It can get a bit busy) Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain) Wildlife in Sabi Sands ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon LionCommon LeopardCommon CheetahCommon ZebraCommon Show more BuffaloCommon WildebeestCommon HippoCommon HyenaCommon White RhinoOccasional Black RhinoVery Rare Wild DogRare Accommodation: Umkumbe Bush Lodge Luxury tented camp located inside Umkumbe GR (Sabi Sands) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

5

Kruger to Johannesburg

Day 5Kruger to Johannesburg Kruger to Johannesburg This is the last day of your African Kruger safari. You will enjoy a final sunrise game drive followed by a hearty breakfast. Afterwards, we will depart to Johannesburg, drop off by arrangement. Main Destination: Johannesburg (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Safari With Us, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change. The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability. If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative. This tour

What's covered

Included & Excluded

Included

  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Not Included

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

What travellers say

Verified Reviews

Reviews are aggregated from SafariBookings, TripAdvisor, Google, and Trustpilot — weighted by platform reliability and review volume to give a balanced composite score.
Linda 5.0/5

Fantastic safari organised by Safariwithus . Andre, Micheal and Sakra were easy to deal with, quickly answered our questions and organised a trip which was ideal for us , two older women travelling together , and at a good price. Everything...

Dan 5.0/5

Andre and his team were amazing: prompt, flexible, and offered us incredible value for money for this trip. We traveled as a family of four, with two young adult girls, and we spent a couple of weeks in Kenya over the festive season. We...

DIEGO 2.0/5

Pros: they delivered on everything we agreed on, one driver (Alec) was fantastic, lodge room was nice and big although animals live in it's ceiling. Cons: 1 hour late airport pickup, drinks not included and they ask for tips on them, some...

JETT 5.0/5

The tour was really enjoyable, and we had a great time! Thoroughly enjoyed my experience and want to go back for seconds already! I was thankful that it was surprisingly more affordable than I had expected, and they were patient in...

Liz van vuuren 5.0/5

I enjoyed Pilanesberg with accommodation and game view

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How long is 5-Day Kruger and Greater Kruger Semi-Exclusive Safari?

This safari runs for 5 days and 4 nights across South Africa. The itinerary is designed to maximize wildlife viewing while allowing comfortable travel between parks and lodges.

What comfort level is 5-Day Kruger and Greater Kruger Semi-Exclusive Safari?

This is a basic safari featuring budget-friendly camping and basic lodges, ideal for adventurous travellers. Operated by Safari With Us ensures a high standard of experience throughout the journey.

Is 5-Day Kruger and Greater Kruger Semi-Exclusive Safari well-rated?

Yes, this safari has an aggregate rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 256 verified reviews. Safari With Us consistently receives positive feedback for wildlife sightings and overall experience.

Who operates 5-Day Kruger and Greater Kruger Semi-Exclusive Safari?

5-Day Kruger and Greater Kruger Semi-Exclusive Safari is operated by Safari With Us, a safari company based in South Africa. You can view their full profile, other tours, and verified reviews on SafariPicked to compare before booking.