KRUGER SAFARI & THE PANORAMA ROUTE

This Eastern USA and Canada trip delves into the rich history of the continent. Visit incredible cities like Boston, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. Eat, shop and explore in Are you ready for the wildlife adventure of a lifetime? Come with us as we explore South Africa’s most famous national park and introduce you to its untamed wildlife. We’ll meet in Johannesburg and head straight to the Kruger National Park Region. Here you’ll go on safaris to see the Big 5, sleep in comfortable accommodation and enjoy delicious local food. Then we’re off to the Panorama Route in the Mpumalanga province to see the Blyde River Canyon and Bourke’s Luck potholes before returning to Johannesburg via Graskop. Sound good? Let’s go!

If you’d like to experience Cape Town, the winelands and the Garden Route, in addition to the Kruger and Johannesburg, consider the South Africa Escape tour – click here.

• Enjoy three full days in the Kruger National Park and spot the ‘Big 5’
• Options for half-day or full-day game drives
• Visit Quebec City, Toronto, Niagara-on-the-Lake and more in Canada
• Discover the stunning scenery of the Panorama Route

DAY 1: Start of tour in Johannesburg – Kruger National Park Region
Welcome to South Africa! Meet up with the tour at a hotel close to Johannesburg airport (see the help section for more information). Then, travel towards the Kruger National Park Region and settle in at a gateway destination to the Kruger National Park Region this evening. Did you know that the park is only slightly smaller than the entire country of Belgium? Dine under the African sky this evening.

DAY 2: Kruger National Park Region
A full-day game drive in the Kruger National Park awaits! The elevated position in the bus makes it very easy to spot animals (if you’re really lucky you’ll tick off all of the Big Five today!) in the bush. See African animals in their natural habitat. Some of these animals include leopards, lions and elephants. There are also cheetahs, wild dogs and rhinos. In the late afternoon, head to the accommodation on the western edge of the park. Time for a relaxing swim in the pool and a sun-downer or two before an included dinner this evening!



Experiences
Kruger National Park game drive: Enjoy a full-day game drive through the southern part of Kruger in our air-conditioned tour bus. Keep your eyes peeled for the iconic ‘Big 5’ – the African lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, African leopard and rhinoceros. Today’s Kruger conservation fee is included in the tour price.

DAY 3: Kruger National Park Region: Free Day
Today, take the chance to embark on a game drive led by local wildlife specialists in open safari trucks. Choose a half or full-day safari drive and spend time 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 experience to remember. On return to the accommodation, slip into the pool to cool down and relax before enjoying an included dinner.



On Tour Excursions

Half-Day Game Drive
Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!
R 1700


Full-Day Game Drive
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!
R 2000


Full-Day Game Drive with Lunch
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region with lunch included!
R 2100


Sunset Game Drive
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play!
R 1700

DAY 4: Kruger National Park Region: Free Day
Today is your second free day to tailor your Kruger experience to your liking. Choose to go on another half-day, sunrise safari with a local wildlife expert. This amazing park has recorded 100+ reptiles species, 500+ kinds of birds and 140+ mammals! 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!



On Tour Excursions

Half-Day Game Drive
Experience a half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region. Spot wildlife while you enjoy your breakfast!
R 1700


Full-Day Game Drive
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region!
R 2000


Full-Day Game Drive with Lunch
Experience a full day of wild animal spotting with this game drive in the Kruger National Park region with lunch included!
R 2100


Sunset Game Drive
Embark on a sunset game drive and watch as the nocturnal animals come out to play!
R 1700

DAY 5: Three Rondawels – Bourke’s Luck Potholes – Blyde River Canyon Viewpoint – Johannesburg
Leave the Kruger behind and head towards the Panorama Route. This is a famous scenic area in South Africa’s Mpumalanga province. Onwards to the Drakensberg escarpment to look out over the Blyde River Canyon from the famous Three Rondavels viewing point. If there ever was an epic view, this is it. Ready your cameras! Afterwards, head to Bourke’s Luck potholes. This natural water feature is made up of literally hundreds of potholes and plunge pools, and marks the start of Blyde River Canyon. Afterwards, travel back to Johannesburg. Check in at the hotel, and meet up for farewell dinner and drinks.



Experiences
Visit the Three Rondavels viewpoint: Visit this spectacular viewpoint and take in views of three famous mountain tops that tower over the Blyde River Canyon. Named after a traditional round-shaped African homestead, the Three Rondavels is one of the major attractions in the area. Various look-out points are sure to offer fantastic photo opportunities.

Explore Bourke’s Luck Potholes: Take a short walk and wander around what has been dubbed “nature’s wishing well”. See numerous waterholes, plunge pools and impressive rock formations. Visit the information centre to learn more about the natural history as well as the San people, the earliest inhabitants of this region.

Blyde River Canyon Viewpoint: Get one last look at the majestic Blyde River canyon. This must be one of the most cherished and most photographed views in South Africa. See the Lowveld of South Africa with the Kruger National Park and Mozambique in the far distance..

Farewell dinner in Johannesburg: Feast on local cuisine as we sit down for one last special dinner together. You are now in the bustling city of Johannesburg, the second largest city in Africa.

DAY 6: End of tour in Johannesburg
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!


On Tour Excursions

Johannesburg City Tour
Embark on a guided tour of Johannesburg. See the Telkom Tower, visit Constitution Hill, Mary Fitzgerald Square, Carlton Centre and more!
R 1400


Soweto Half-Day Tour
Discover Soweto and its important sights including the Hector Pieterson Museum, Freedom Square, the former home of Nelson Mandela and more.
R 1400

Accommodation

• 5 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
• Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)

Meals

• 5 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request

Transport

• Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard

Tour Leader

• Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
• Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details

5 Experiences!

• Full-day Kruger National park game drive
• Visit the Three Rondavels viewpoint
• Visit Bourke’s Luck Potholes
• Blyde River Canyon Viewpoint
• Farewell dinner in Johannesburg

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