Kruger Big 5 Safari Gold

Board your overnight flight from the UK to Johannesburg Airport JNB.

Welcome to Johannesburg.

Your local driver/guide awaits you at the airport and after you are sorted with money exchange you will make your way towards the Kruger Region.

Enjoy the scenery along the way and if you want to you can stop along the way for some Biltong and dried fruits that you can purchase in some of the farm stalls.

Today, enjoy a full day private Game Drive. An early start sees you head towards the famous Kruger National Park.

You will stop for breakfast (packed breakfast from the lodge) and for lunch (on own account) in the rest camps inside the park. The Kruger National Park is the most famous national park in South Africa and is the largest wildlife sanctuary, offering one of the best wildlife experiences. The biodiversity is one of its kind in the world. The park is home to 147 mammal species including the "Big Five" (leopard, lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo), as well as approximately 507 bird species, 114 reptile species, 49 species of fish and 34 amphibian species.

Nature takes no holidays, and as such, the Kruger Park provides a year-round destination with each season offering a unique spectacle. Summer rains in November & December provide lush greenery, new-born animals and excellent birding. The dry winter period of April to September provides sparser vegetation which makes for better game viewing. During this period, wildlife congregates close to remaining water sources.

Enjoy a full day exploring the breathtaking Panorama Route with your private driver taking you from one incredible site to the next. Begin at the Graskop Gorge Lift, where you’ll descend into a lush forest and
explore scenic trails.

Your driver will then take you to the spectacular Bourke’s Luck Potholes, where centuries of water flow have created fascinating rock formations at the confluence of two rivers.

Next, visit the iconic Three Rondavels, towering rock formations resembling traditional African huts, and take in the sweeping views of the surrounding landscape.

Finally, your driver will guide you to the Blyde River Canyon Viewpoint, where you’ll marvel at one of the world’s largest canyons, with its dramatic cliffs and vibrant greenery, before heading back.

Today you will have your second visit to the famous Kruger National Park

Your guide will navigate through diverse ecosystems, offering the chance to spot the renowned Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—along with an array of other wildlife and bird species.

Enjoy the comfort of a private experience, with stops for photos, refreshments, and to fully immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the African bush.

Step into the vibrant world of Swazi culture with a guided tour of the Matsamo Cultural Village Living Museum. Discover traditional customs, music, and dance performances that showcase the rich heritage of
the Swazi people.

Enjoy a delicious traditional lunch buffet, featuring authentic local dishes, and gain insights into the daily life and history of the community during this immersive cultural experience

Spend a couple of leisurely days relaxing at your accommodation, or exploring the surrounding areas.

Today it is time to say goodbye - after a last relaxing breakfast in the Bushveld it is time to meet your driver and head back to Johannesburg Airport for your overnight flight back home.

Your overnight flight arrives back in the UK for you to make your journey home. 

Your accommodation will be an upgraded 5* property just outside of Kruger National Park. Depending on availability, you will stay at one of the following: Summerfields Rose Retreat & Spa, Timamoon Lodge, Nut
Grove Manor or Monkey Thorn Guest Lodge.

British citizens do not require a Visa to enter South Africa.

The chosen hotels are located in a low-risk malaria area. The use of insect repellents is recommended between September and May.
Please consult your doctor for the best advice.

Full private game drives.
You'll leave camp at around 5.30am to have the best chance of spotting the animals.
The game drives are private in open air vehicles.
The packed breakfast from the hotel can either be eaten on route or at the rest camp.
Lunch will be a stop at one of the rest places with an onsite restaurant/bar.

This tour is not suitable for children under 12, please enquire about our Private Kruger Big 5 Family Safari instead. 

The best time to visit South Africa is between November to March, although each season provides a different spectacle.
Summer rains in November and December provide lush greenery, new-born animals and excellent birding.
The dry winter period of April to September provides sparser vegetation which makes for better game
viewing. During this period, wildlife congregates close to remaining water sources.
In July and August, the temperature is warm during the day and cold after sunset, around 5pm.