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5 Day Classic Kruger Park Safari

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Start and end in Johannesburg
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Plan your adventure:
Safari
Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 9
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Johannesburg to Kruger National Park

    Johannesburg to Kruger National Park
    Start point
    O. R. Tambo International Airport, R21, Kempton Park, Gauteng 1627, South Africa (Your hotel in Gauteng or Johannesburg Airport, 09:15 - 09:30)
    Meals
    Dinner (Bush BBQ at the Marula Tree Boma)
    Accommodation
    Chalet (Tremisana Game Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • 4-hour sunset drive on Balule Big 5 Reserve
    • Night drive with spotlight viewing of nocturnal animals
    • Bush BBQ dinner at Marula Tree Boma
    Landmarks
    Tremisana Game Lodge
    Balule Big 5 Reserve
    Marula Tree Boma
  3. Day 2

    Kruger National Park

    Kruger National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch (Lunch at Lapa at 13h30), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Chalet (Tremisana Game Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise drive to Olifants River
    • 4-hour bush walk with armed ranger
    • Brunch at Tremisana Game Lodge
    • Lunch at Lapa
    • 3.5-hour sundowner game drive

    Optional Activities

    • Rest in air-conditioned chalet
    • Swim
    • Read wildlife magazines in Lapa Lounge
    Landmarks
    Olifants River
    Tremisana Game Lodge
    Lapa Lounge
  4. Day 3

    Orpen Gate Region

    Orpen Gate Region
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Chalet (Tremisana Game Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Full day game drive to Orpen Gate region on open-sided game viewer
    • Stops at picnic spots, rest camps and places of interest

    Optional Activities

    • Purchase lunch at rest camps
    Landmarks
    Orpen Gate
    Orpen-Satara-Nwanedzi region
    Tremisana Game Lodge
  5. Day 4

    Kruger National Park

    Kruger National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Chalet (Tremisana Game Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Full day in Kruger National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Game drives
    • Bush walks
    • Other activities at Tremisana Game Lodge
    Landmarks
    Kruger National Park
    Tremisana Game Lodge
  6. Day 5

    Kruger National Park to Johannesburg via Panorama Route

    Kruger National Park to Johannesburg via Panorama Route
    End point
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa (Johannesburg Airport Drop-off, 17:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Sunrise drive
    • Scenic highlights of Blyde River Canyon including stop at Three Rondawels

    Optional Activities

    • Airport drop-off
    Landmarks
    Three Rondawels
    Blyde River Canyon
    Panorama Route

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4.7 (25 reviews)
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4.9
Overall rating based on 7 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    4.8
  • 4.7

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  • Debbie5.0•December 2025
    I have travelled with Viva Safaris twice and it was amazing both times. In particular the 2nd trip was the best as...
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    Traveled in July 2025
  • Luba
    Luba5.0•January 2025
    We had a wonderful experience on our 5-day safari trip at the Tremisana lodge with Viva Safari tours. We got to see...
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    Traveled in December 2024
    Reply from: Viva Safaris
    Thanks for a wonderful review!
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  • Bert5.0•November 2023
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    It was for us the first experience with Tour Radar , the nice thing was that everything was right , the contact ,...
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    Traveled in October 2023
    Reply from: Viva Safaris
    Thank you Bert for a great review!
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  • Marshall5.0•October 2023
    Excellent program really well run safari by Viva Safari. Accomm was basic but clean and comfortable, scheduling ran...
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    Traveled in October 2023
    Reply from: Viva Safaris
    Thanks for the review, so glad to hear you enjoyed your safari!
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  • Judith5.0•July 2022
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    We had a fantastic time. The guides were knowledgable and we saw many animals. The food was good and plentiful!...
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    Traveled in June 2022
  • Scott5.0•December 2021
    The entire staff made you feel welcomed. From the cook to the rangers/guides it was an absolute pleasure. The guides...
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    Traveled in November 2021
  • Debora
    Debora4.0•February 2020
    The weather was not good but the tour was nice.
    Traveled in February 2020
    Reply from: Viva Safaris
    Glad you enjoyed the tour, sorry about the weather!
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    Maaike

    Asked on February 15th, 2025

    What time do we need to be ready for pickup on the day of the safari?

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    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written February 2025

      Pickup will typically be between 8:00-9:45am depending on traffic, so be ready a bit earlier.

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    Renee

    Asked on February 7th, 2025

    what tour can you offer from Maldives with budjet of $697.45 per head for me and my wife

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    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written February 2025

      we don't have any packages in Maldives unfortunately

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    Ken

    Asked on December 31st, 2024

    Can you accommodate special dietary requirements during the safari?

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    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written December 2024

      Please inform us of any special dietary needs prior to the safari, and we will do our best to accommodate them.

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    Elizabeth

    Asked on November 13th, 2024

    Would there be some type of celebration at the hotel or something planned?

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    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written November 2024

      The lodge is situated within a nature reserve so loud noise, music, fireworks etc are not permitted. We usually arrange a barbecue and the guests and staff sit and chat around the fire waiting for midnight.

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    Gillian

    Asked on November 13th, 2024

    Would there be some type of celebration at the hotel or something planned?

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    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written November 2024

      Unfortunately lots of noise is not permitted inside the reserve, so the celebrations are muted and there are no fireworks etc. We usually have a barbecue and sit around the fire chatting etc waiting for the New Year to arrive :)

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    Rick

    Asked on June 9th, 2024

    Do you provide information about flight bookings for the tours?

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    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written June 2024

      Yes, we advise that flights should be booked to arrive before 9:30am on the day of departure.

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    Timotheus

    Asked on June 6th, 2024

    Is travel insurance necessary for the safari?

    Travel Support
    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written June 2024

      While not mandatory, we strongly recommend travel insurance to cover any unforeseen events during your trip.

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    Benjamin

    Asked on March 26th, 2024

    Are there en-suite accommodations available at the lodge?

    Accommodation
    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written March 2024

      Yes, each chalet has its own private en-suite bathroom.

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    Marie

    Asked on February 22nd, 2024

    How many guests will be on the safari with us?

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    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written February 2024

      Our safaris can accommodate multiple guests, but the exact number will depend on the specific booking.

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    Lizeth

    Asked on January 17th, 2024

    Will I be able to do a rapid bathroom stop during game drives?

    Transport
    • Viva SafarisOperator•Written January 2024

      In urgent situations, the driver will make a stop during drives to accommodate this need.

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