5-Day Johannesburg and Greater Kruger Safari with Marcs
Overview
Tour Overview
South Africa Safari: Awaken to the melodious chorus of bird songs and watch the activity of wildlife drinking at the river or a waterhole. You'll walk along the pristine
Day by Day
Itinerary
Johannesburg
Day 1Johannesburg Johannesburg On arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, walk to meet at a pre-assigned pickup point to take the shared shuttle transfer to Sunrock Guesthouse. No activities are planned for today. Please enquire if you are interested in doing any tours in Johannesburg, such as the Soweto or Apartheid Museum tour. Includes 1 free night in Johannesburg in the entry-level room category. Main Destination: Johannesburg (City) Accommodation: Sunrock Guest House Mid-range guest house located in Johannesburg (City) +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Johannesburg to Balule Private Nature Reserve
Day 2Johannesburg to Balule Private Nature Reserve Johannesburg to Balule Private Nature Reserve You will be collected from Sunrock Guesthouse in Johannesburg between 8:15 - 9.00 AM for your road transfer to Tremisana Game Lodge, driving through farmlands and the picturesque Lowveld to the Balule Game Reserve. Have a short break on arrival at the lodge - unwind at the bar, have a swim or relax in the tropical gardens before departing for your first game drive. Your guide will show you various animals and birds, and after darkness falls, use spotlights to locate nocturnal species. Dinner will be an unforgettable Bush braai at the Marula Tree Boma. After dinner, continue the Night Drive and overnight in comfortable air-conditioned en suite thatch-roofed chalets. Main Destination: Balule Private Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger) Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season) High Season October to March (Not overly crowded) Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain) Wildlife in Balule NR ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon WildebeestCommon HippoCommon Show more HyenaCommon White RhinoOccasional Black RhinoOccasional LionOccasional LeopardRare CheetahRare Wild DogRare Accommodation: Tremisana Game Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Balule Game Drive and Transfer to Marc's Treehouse
Day 3Balule Game Drive and Transfer to Marc's Treehouse Balule Game Drive and Transfer to Marc's Treehouse Awaken at sunrise for a day of unforgettable bush life. Drive to a remote part of the Balule Game Reserve, where you enjoy a 4h Bush Walk. Your experienced field guide will lead you through the bush, where you have the chance to encounter everything from very small to very large. Return to Tremisana for brunch. Lunch will be served in the Lapa at 1:30 PM. At around 2:30 PM we go on an afternoon game drive. Transfer to Marc’s Treehouse Lodge where accommodation is in fascinating and romantic treehouses. Main Destination: Balule Private Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger) Accommodation: Marc's Treehouse Lodge (Treehouse) Mid-range lodge located inside Moditlo GR (Blue Canyon GR) +2 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Kruger National Park Game Drive
Day 4Kruger National Park Game Drive Kruger National Park Game Drive Travel from Marc's Treehouse to Kruger National Park, where you board an open game-viewing vehicle. The absence of windows and elevated vantage position allows for excellent photographic opportunities. You will have a fantastic chance not only to view the game but also to listen to and smell the African bush and its residents. There will be regular stops at picnic spots and rest camps. Your experienced ranger will show you many animals and birds that frequent this wildlife paradise. The Orpen-Satara region boasts open plains and supports large herds of zebra, giraffe and antelope that attract numerous predators. In fact, the zones we visit have the highest concentration of lions in Africa. Main Destination: Kruger National Park Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season) High Season December to January and July to August Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain) Wildlife in Kruger NP ElephantAbundant GiraffeCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraAbundant WildebeestCommon Show more HippoCommon HyenaCommon White RhinoOccasional LeopardOccasional CheetahOccasional Black RhinoRare Wild DogRare Accommodation: Marc's Treehouse Lodge (Treehouse) Mid-range lodge located inside Moditlo GR (Blue Canyon GR) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Balule Private Nature Reserve to Johannesburg
Day 5Balule Private Nature Reserve to Johannesburg Balule Private Nature Reserve to Johannesburg Enjoy an early morning bush walk before returning to Johannesburg by road transfer. Along the way, you have the opportunity to view the Three Rondawels and the Blyde River Canyon along the famous Panorama Route. Return to Johannesburg at around 17:00, either to your hotel or to the airport. We will happily help with any add-ons, such as the Garden Route, Cape Town, Victoria Falls and more. Note: The scenic transfer will only be done if 2 or more guests are due to return to Johannesburg on this day. If only one guest is returning, it will be a direct transfer from Marc’s Treehouse to OR Tambo Airport in Johannesburg. Main Destination: Johannesburg (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator
What's covered
Included & Excluded
Included
- A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Not Included
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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