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South Africa Lodge Safari

12 days
Start and end in Johannesburg
4.4
16 traveler reviews

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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Johannesburg

    Start point
    81 Kempton Rd, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa (Aero Guest Lodge, Hotel reception, 12:00)

    Included Activities

    • Soweto tour including Hector Pieterson Memorial visit
    • Nelson Mandela's former home museum visit

    Optional Activities

    • Meet with local Soweto residents to learn about post-apartheid life changes
    Landmarks
    Hector Pieterson Memorial
    Nelson Mandela's Former Home
  2. Day 2

    Johannesburg to Graskop

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Stop at God's Window viewpoint
    • Stops at scenic viewpoints along Panoramic Route
    Landmarks
    God's Window
    Blyde River Canyon
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  3. Day 3

    Kruger National Park Safari

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (At Kruger National Park restaurant or picnic stop), Dinner (Traditional brai (barbecue) prepared by Tour Leader)

    Included Activities

    • Full day safari in open-sided game vehicles in Kruger National Park
    • Lunch at park restaurant or picnic stop
    • Traditional brai dinner
    Landmarks
    Kruger National Park
  4. Day 4

    Kruger to Mkhaya Game Reserve

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Local delicacies including nyala stew, served around campfire)

    Included Activities

    • Morning game drive exiting Kruger National Park
    • Afternoon game drive at Mkhaya Game Reserve with Swazi ranger
    • Dinner with local delicacies around campfire
    Landmarks
    Mkhaya Game Reserve
  5. Day 5

    Mkhaya Game Reserve to Ithala

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Morning game viewing (vehicle or on-foot safari depending on wildlife patterns)
    • Afternoon transfer to Ithala Game Reserve
    Landmarks
    Ithala Game Reserve
    Ngotse Mountain
  6. Day 6

    Ithala Game Reserve

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Morning game walk with local ranger
    • Late afternoon game drive
    Landmarks
    Ithala Game Reserve
  7. Day 7

    Ithala to Tembe Elephant Park

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Game drive upon arrival at Tembe Elephant Park
    • Possible waterhole stop
    Landmarks
    Tembe Elephant Park
  8. Day 8

    Tembe Elephant Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Brunch (Light brunch), Dinner (Served by lamplight in communal boma area)

    Included Activities

    • Morning safari with national park guide
    • Afternoon game drive
    • Dinner served by lamplight in communal boma area
    • Traditional Isicathamiya group singing performance

    Optional Activities

    • Pool swimming
    • Game-viewing hide visit
    • Outdoor shaded spa massage
    Landmarks
    Tembe Elephant Park
  9. Day 9

    Tembe to St Lucia

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Optional afternoon boat trip on lakes to spot crocodile, hippo and bird life in mangroves
    Landmarks
    St Lucia Wetland Reserve
  10. Day 10

    Isimangaliso Wetland Park

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional braai on the beach prepared by ranger)

    Included Activities

    • Morning game drive through Isimangaliso Wetland Park
    • Snorkelling at Cape Vidal in protected bay
    • Traditional beach braai lunch prepared by ranger
    • Afternoon game drive through Isimangaliso Wetland Park
    Landmarks
    Isimangaliso Wetland Park
    Cape Vidal
  11. Day 11

    St Lucia to Durban

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Stop in Mtunzini for lunch
    • Short walk to conservancy areas in Mtunzini
    Landmarks
    Mtunzini
    Umhlanga Rocks
  12. Day 12

    Durban Departure

    End point
    1 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, 1632, South Africa (Johannesburg Airport, Departures Hall, 17:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
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4.4
Overall rating based on 16 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.1
  • Transport
    4.5
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    4.5
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  • A
    September 17th, 2023
    4.7
    Tembe Elephant Park is special place and was my highlight, but the whole trip was brilliant.
    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    September 18th, 2023
    4.8
    The close encounter with an elephant I also got a real buzz on the boat trip to watch the whales, however the sea...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    September 20th, 2023
    4.2
    Accommodation was generally good throughout the trip and the alternative lodge in St Lucia was nice and it benefitted...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    October 20th, 2023
    4.7
    Being able to get close up to the animals was amazing and something I'll not forget. Even just driving around seeing...
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    Traveled in September 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    November 20th, 2023
    4.7
    The elephants and lions at Tembe Elephant Park
    Traveled in November 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    November 21st, 2023
    3.8
    Observing leopard quite close up and also seeing a group of painted dogs quite close.
    Traveled in November 2023
    Review collected by Explore!
  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    4
    Tour would be much better if it was spit in two or made a three weeker or at worst a 16 day tour to include both...
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    Traveled in May 2019
    Review collected by Explore!
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thanks for your comments regarding the duration of the trip. With so much to see in this area of South Africa it is difficult to chose where we go whilst still having enough time. We will pass your comments on to the product manager to review though.
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    4.8
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    Traveled in October 2019
    Review collected by Explore!
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thanks for your review. Glad you enjoyed your trip!
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    5
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    Traveled in September 2019
    Review collected by Explore!
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thanks for your review. Glad you enjoyed your trip!
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    4.5
    A very memorable trip thanks to our two outstanding tour leaders. Would have preferred like many to have spent an...
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    Traveled in September 2019
    Review collected by Explore!
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thanks for your review and feedback.
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