Discover South Africa’s spectacular scenery and awe-inspiring wildlife! This 6-day tour is tailor-made for nature lovers and safari seekers.
Get ready for the ultimate South African wildlife adventure! Journey from Johannesburg to the Kruger National Park Region for thrilling safaris and Big 5 sightings. Travel along Mpumalanga’s Panorama Route, admiring the spectacular Blyde River Canyon and Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Nature, wildlife, and epic views await - let’s go!
Garden Court OR Tambo International Airport Hotel
Garden Court OR Tambo International Airport Hotel
5 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels & safari lodge)
5 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels & safari lodge)
5 Breakfasts | 5 Dinners
5 Breakfasts
5 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach
Air-conditioned coach
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Garden Court OR Tambo International Airport Hotel | approx. 10:30 AM
Garden Court OR Tambo International Airport Hotel | 10:00 AM - After breakfast
Welcome to South Africa! Meet up with the tour at a hotel close to Johannesburg airport. Then, travel towards the Kruger National Park Region and settle into the accommodation for the night. Did you know that the park is only slightly smaller than the entire country of Belgium? Dine under the African sky this evening.
A full-day game drive in the Kruger National Park awaits! See African animals in their natural habitat, including leopards, lions, elephants, cheetahs, wild dogs and rhinos. In the late afternoon, head to the accommodation on the western edge of the park. Swim in the pool or enjoy a sun-downer before an included dinner this evening!
Spot the 'Big 5' (lion, elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros), explore vast landscapes, and relax in an air-conditioned tour bus.
Spot the 'Big 5' (lion, elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros), explore vast landscapes, and relax in an air-conditioned tour bus.
Today, choose a half or full-day safari, driving in prime game viewing areas, stopping at various waterholes and rest camps. Keep your eyes peeled and your cameras at the ready, watching these stunning animals in the wild is truly an unforgettable experience. On return to the accommodation, slip into the pool and relax before an included dinner.
Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!
Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region with lunch included!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region with lunch included!
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.
Today, choose to go on another half-day, sunrise safari with a local wildlife expert. Or, stay at the accommodation and relax by the pool. Tonight is the last time to enjoy dinner here. Sit down around the bush fire while swapping safari stories and sipping some Amarula. Be sure to try this local liqueur made from fermented marula fruit!
Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!
Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region with lunch included!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region with lunch included!
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.
This morning, drive along the Panorama Route in the scenic Mpumalanga province. Look out over the Blyde River Canyon from the Three Rondavels viewing point. Ready your cameras for epic vistas! Afterwards, head to Bourke's Luck potholes. This natural water feature contains hundreds of potholes and plunge pools. Travel back to Johannesburg later and enjoy a farewell dinner.
Take in awe-inspiring views of The Three Rondavels towering over Blyde River Canyon. Various look-out points are sure to offer fantastic photo opportunities.
Take in awe-inspiring views of The Three Rondavels towering over Blyde River Canyon. Various look-out points are sure to offer fantastic photo opportunities.
Take a short walk and wander around what has been dubbed "nature's wishing well". See numerous waterholes, plunge pools and impressive rock formations.
Take a short walk and wander around what has been dubbed "nature's wishing well". See numerous waterholes, plunge pools and impressive rock formations.
Marvel at the majestic Blyde River Canyon, one of South Africa’s most cherished views. See the Lowveld with Kruger National Park and Mozambique in the distance.
Marvel at the majestic Blyde River Canyon, one of South Africa’s most cherished views. See the Lowveld with Kruger National Park and Mozambique in the distance.
Sit down for a farewell group dinner in Johannesburg. Exchange stories, highlights and memories as you look back at your two-week South African experience.
Sit down for a farewell group dinner in Johannesburg. Exchange stories, highlights and memories as you look back at your two-week South African experience.
And so the last day of your South African wildlife & scenery trip has arrived. Have one last breakfast together to say bon voyage. Guests are welcome to stay on to explore Jozi, as the locals call Johannesburg, and enjoy one of the optional activities available such as a half day tour of Soweto!
Embark on a guided tour of Johannesburg. See the Telkom Tower, visit Constitution Hill, Mary Fitzgerald Square, Carlton Centre and more!
Embark on a guided tour of Johannesburg. See the Telkom Tower, visit Constitution Hill, Mary Fitzgerald Square, Carlton Centre and more!
Discover Soweto and its important sights including the Hector Pieterson Museum, Freedom Square, the former home of Nelson Mandela and more.
Discover Soweto and its important sights including the Hector Pieterson Museum, Freedom Square, the former home of Nelson Mandela and more.
Spot the 'Big 5' (lion, elephant, Cape buffalo, leopard and rhinoceros), explore vast landscapes, and relax in an air-conditioned tour bus.
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.
Marvel at the majestic Blyde River Canyon, one of South Africa’s most cherished views. See the Lowveld with Kruger National Park and Mozambique in the distance.
Take a short walk and wander around what has been dubbed "nature's wishing well". See numerous waterholes, plunge pools and impressive rock formations.
Take in awe-inspiring views of The Three Rondavels towering over Blyde River Canyon. Various look-out points are sure to offer fantastic photo opportunities.
This tour is available in multiple options – choose your preferred option using the buttons below:
Travel on the 2nd leg of the combo tour to experience Johannesburg, Kruger National Park & Mpumalanga
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Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.
Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region with lunch included!
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play.
Embark on a guided tour of Johannesburg. See the Telkom Tower, visit Constitution Hill, Mary Fitzgerald Square, Carlton Centre and more!
Discover Soweto and its important sights including the Hector Pieterson Museum, Freedom Square, the former home of Nelson Mandela and more.
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Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Johannesburg, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
I was initially wary about booking with an online company, but I shouldn't have been! Expat provided a totally wonderful experience and a holiday of a lifetime. The accommodation ...
Truly unforgettable experience with a fantastic guide (Matt) who is informative, humourous, easy going and friendly. The safari drives were magical and we managed to see 4 of the ...
Really enjoyed the tour especially the scenic drive back to Jhb.
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No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting destination for the first day of your tour. Make sure you keep departure times and possible delays in mind when booking flights. Please click here to visit Skyscanner - a useful tool for comparing prices from the vast majority of airlines.
When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to.
If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.
If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.
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While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we have partnered with Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour.
If you would like to receive the hotel list in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel, please request this by sending an email to info@expatexplore.com with your booking reference.
Expat Explore can provide travellers requiring visas with visa support documents on a request basis. Please note that you are required to pay for your tour in full in order to receive the documents. This is an embassy/consulate requirement by law. Once you have received confirmation that your booking has been paid in full, you can request your visa support documents by emailing info@expatexplore.com - please allow up to 10 working days to receive these documents.
All travellers are required to carry their own bags. Our walking tours can last up to 3 hours and certain places involve walking up and down stairs. We want you to enjoy your tour, so read through the itinerary thoroughly and make your own conclusions as to whether you feel that you are fit and healthy enough.
Our tours are not suitable for young children, so we set a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email for consideration. Expat Explore reserves the absolute right to accept or decline a booking at our discretion.
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Before the tour starts, you will receive an email from us requesting your dietary requirements. There is always a vegetarian option available. We try as much as we can to offer you the traditional local cuisine.
No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting point for the first day of your tour. We have partnered with Welcome Pickups to secure a hassle-free service. You will be met at the arrivals gate by your driver. Your driver will track your flight, so they'll wait for you even if it's delayed. Please click here to book an airport transfer.
This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.