Are meals included in the tour package?

Meals are generally provided, but specifics may depend on the itinerary.

Is accommodation included in the tour package?

Accommodation is included, but you can request additional pre or post nights if needed.

Is it possible to pay for a room on my own?

This tour does have a single supplement but our allocation for the specific departure date has now sold out. Please let us know if you want to look at alternative tour dates or if you have any other questions.

Do I need travel insurance?

Yes, emergency medical travel insurance is mandatory for all participants.

My husband and I are interested in booking this tour but I can not find details of the accomodation that is available. He is a fit 72 year old and I'm 68 and so do not want basic accomodation - ensuite always required in hotels. We fly home from Johannesburg on the 28th March at 19.45, so need to know that we would be dropped off at the airport in the afternoon.

The names of the accommodations are actually on Tour Radar's web page for this trip! Find the itinerary, click on Expand All, and it gives you a day to day breakdown of the tour with the name of each hotel that we use that night. After booking, you can also add a departure transfer for an extra price.

How can I verify my visa requirements for this tour?

Travelers are responsible for their visa and entry requirements; ensure you've checked all necessary documents.

Where does the tour start and end?

The tour typically starts and ends in Johannesburg.

What vaccinations are required for this tour?

All travelers must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 at least 14 days prior to departure.

What should I do if I need additional accommodations?

You should let us know your request for additional nights and we'll assist you with availability.

How often do the tours run?

This tour operates around 10 times a month during the high season.

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Meals
Dinner (Dinner with fellow travellers)
Accommodation
Hotel (Southern Sun Rosebank)
Included Activities
- Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting
Optional Activities
- Pre-accommodation in Johannesburg to explore city sights independently
Day 2
Johannesburg to Greater Kruger Area
Johannesburg to Greater Kruger Area
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (South African Dinner in a picturesque lodge setting)
Accommodation
Lodge (Umbhaba Eco Lodge)
Included Activities
- Panorama Route Scenic Drive
- Blyde River Canyon visit
- Bourke's Luck Potholes visit
- God's Window viewpoint
Landmarks
Blyde River Canyon
Bourke's Luck Potholes
God's Window
Day 3
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Lodge (Umbhaba Eco Lodge)
Included Activities
- Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive - Full day
Landmarks
Kruger National Park
Day 4
Greater Kruger Area to Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Greater Kruger Area to Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Karongwe Portfolio - Chisomo Safari Camp)
Included Activities
- Carnivore Conservation Experience
- Wildlife-viewing excursion with Endangered Wildlife Trust researcher
Landmarks
Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Day 5
Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Brunch at the lodge), Dinner (Traditional South African braai)
Accommodation
Camping (Karongwe Portfolio - Chisomo Safari Camp)
Included Activities
- Morning wildlife safari drive in open vehicle with local guide
- Late afternoon wildlife safari drive in open vehicle with local guide
- Boma Braai
Landmarks
Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Day 6
Karongwe Private Game Reserve to Johannesburg
Karongwe Private Game Reserve to Johannesburg
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Southern Sun Rosebank)
Included Activities
- Karongwe Private Reserve Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
Landmarks
Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Day 7
Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Departure Day

Landmarks
Blyde River Canyon
Bourke's Luck Potholes
God's Window

Landmarks
Kruger National Park

Landmarks
Karongwe Private Game Reserve

Landmarks
Karongwe Private Game Reserve

Landmarks
Karongwe Private Game Reserve

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

Southern Sun Rosebank
Hotel
Days 1, 6
Umbhaba Eco Lodge
Lodge
Days 2, 3
Karongwe Portfolio - Chisomo Safari Camp
Camping
Days 4, 5

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Rating: 4.5 (337 reviews)
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Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

4.2

Overall rating based on 8 Reviews

Itinerary
4.1
Transport
3.9
Guide
4.3
Accommodation
4.0
Food
4.4
Tour Operator
4.5

Deborah4.5•October 2026
There was a good amount of driving at the beginning and end of the trip but they broke it up well. I really enjoyed...
There was a good amount of driving at the beginning and end of the trip but they broke it up well. I really enjoyed our CEO Gavin. So full of helpful knowledge and a great host too. The animals were fantastic. We unfortunately had some rain during our trip which the private Game reserve did their best to work around and we still had amazing sightings of animals.Show more
Traveled in September 2026
cath5.0•June 2024
The trip was fabulous and our guide, Jaym, not notch. The experience was enhanced not only by the beautiful lodgings,...
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Traveled in May 2024
Angie1.0•January 2022
I booked a trip to South Africa with National Geographic... what I thought was a reputable company. A couple weeks...
I booked a trip to South Africa with National Geographic... what I thought was a reputable company. A couple weeks before I was supposed to go, they canceled the tour. They have not refunded any portion of my money. They said the airfare was non-refundable and that I couldn't even have a flight credit. But they are the ones that canceled the trip. However Delta told me that a refund check was sent to the agency. Then they said they would refund the other portion of the trip expense, but it may take 6 months. It is completely unacceptable. The entire 100% of the trip should be refunded and should have been refunded the day they canceled the trip. The business is not responsive to this. I filed a complaint with the BBB and they did not respond. I sent a 30 day demand letter in preparation of filing in court against them. So far no resolution. I expect a 100% refund AND I share this story to strongly advise against anyone ever booking a national geographic trip of any kind. I will be posting this review online in every spot I can find.Show more
Traveled in December 2021
Julian4.5•September 2019
Alfy the perfect CEO knowledgeable with a good sense of humour. Fantastic group of people on the tour with great...
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Traveled in September 2019
Donna4.5•April 2019
Very well organised tour.
Traveled in April 2019
BRIAN4.5•April 2019
Getting this close to animals of Africa is simply incomparable
Traveled in March 2019
PAMELA4.5•February 2019
Description needs say accommodation is NEAR Kruger. Need to be told names of lodges on tour before arrival....
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Traveled in January 2019
Reply from: National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
Thanks for the review and the suggestions Pamela.
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Mark5.0•January 2019
Great trip, from our stay at Malikana Guesthouse and the hospitality provided by Soekie and her family to our forays...
Great trip, from our stay at Malikana Guesthouse and the hospitality provided by Soekie and her family to our forays into Kruger National Park and Karongwe Game Preserve. We had the opportunity to see so much, even had a chance to walk with cheetahs! Our tour group was phenomenal which made it that much better and Guillaume and the guides who took us through the game preserves made sure we saw the Big Five and so much more. My family and I would highly reccomend this trip.Show more
Traveled in December 2018
Reply from: National Geographic Expeditions with G Adventures
So happy to hear that Mark, thank you. Our world deserves more you!
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Clarence
Asked on March 29th, 2025
Are meals included in the tour package?
Meals
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  Meals are generally provided, but specifics may depend on the itinerary.
S
Sandra
Asked on February 25th, 2025
Is accommodation included in the tour package?
Accommodation
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  Accommodation is included, but you can request additional pre or post nights if needed.
K
Kimberly
Asked on January 11th, 2025
Is it possible to pay for a room on my own?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  This tour does have a single supplement but our allocation for the specific departure date has now sold out. Please let us know if you want to look at alternative tour dates or if you have any other questions.
M
Munira
Asked on January 1st, 2025
Do I need travel insurance?
Travel Support
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes, emergency medical travel insurance is mandatory for all participants.
T
Tony
Asked on October 29th, 2024
My husband and I are interested in booking this tour but I can not find details of the accomodation that is available. He is a fit 72 year old and I'm 68 and so do not want basic accomodation - ensuite always required in hotels. We fly home from Johannesburg on the 28th March at 19.45, so need to know that we would be dropped off at the airport in the afternoon.
Accommodation
Age Range
Flights / Transfers
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
  The names of the accommodations are actually on Tour Radar's web page for this trip! Find the itinerary, click on Expand All, and it gives you a day to day breakdown of the tour with the name of each hotel that we use that night. After booking, you can also add a departure transfer for an extra price.
M
Marisol
Asked on September 21st, 2024
How can I verify my visa requirements for this tour?
Visa
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2024
  Travelers are responsible for their visa and entry requirements; ensure you've checked all necessary documents.
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Pat
Asked on July 30th, 2024
Where does the tour start and end?
Tour Details
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024
  The tour typically starts and ends in Johannesburg.
M
Morgan
Asked on July 1st, 2024
What vaccinations are required for this tour?
Other
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2024
  All travelers must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 at least 14 days prior to departure.
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Ludwig
Asked on April 19th, 2024
What should I do if I need additional accommodations?
Accommodation
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2024
  You should let us know your request for additional nights and we'll assist you with availability.
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Sharon
Asked on April 7th, 2024
How often do the tours run?
Tour Details
- National Geographic Expeditions with G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2024
  This tour operates around 10 times a month during the high season.

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