It's all about wild memories & a life changing experience - " Where the story begins, is a journey into a memory, that remains with you for a lifetime..."
Why travel with us ?
- Born from a passion for the wilderness, wildlife, unique destinations & excellent service, an Independent Safari is a personally chosen collection of reputable camps, lodges and country retreats in sub-saharan Africa. - Guiding people into the wilderness has three major responsibilities - safety of clients, interpretation of our changing natural environment and the discipline that goes with it. A professional wilderness guide operates as a " go-between " to catalyze a relationship between the natural and guests who visit our wild places, but, diverts attention away from himself and allows the natural environment to " do all the talking ". The effect of a wilderness experience is so powerful, very humbling and thought provoking. Therefore, your visit to the african wilderness should really be with a competent, assertive & experienced leader.
Kruger National Park Safari
3, 4, 5 or 6 day safaris
Example 3 Day Itinerary:
Day 1: JHB – Kruger Park
Depart at 7.00 – 7.30am from your hotel or flight. We travel east for 5 to 6 hours to Nelspruit the capital of Mpumalanga. At Nelspruit you have the opportunity to do some last minute shopping, to stock-up the cooler box with some drinks, snacks, Film, insect repellant etc, etc. We continue driving to arrive at the most southern part of the Kruger Park. After entry we will proceed through the park, game viewing along the way to the first camp we will be stay at and check-in to our comfortable chalets.
Afternoon spent relaxing in camp and getting familiar with our surroundings. Your first Safari dinner is prepared, cooked and served outside under the stars. A traditional South African Braai ( barbeque ). Includes: (D).
Day 2: Kruger Park
Each day begins with a wake-up call at 5.00am. At sunrise we start the day game viewing along the many roads, rivers and waterholes in and around the camp. We come across a herds of Zebra and Wildebeest grazing in the open grasslands, our first chance at close up photographs. As we move on around the next bend we spot a herd of Buffalo heading to-wards the dam in the distance. We get ahead of them, we position ourselves on the banks of the dam in order to have a perfect view of their arrival at the water’s edge. When the dust settles we have a view of at least 200 or so all pushing and shoving to get a spot at the water. Mommys with babys, grandad taking up the rear, the young bellowing, splashing in the cool water as they take their daily drink. We wait and watch for a while before moving off to the near-by picnic site for a chance to stretch our legs and begin cooking our mid-morning Brunch under the monkey filled trees.
After breakfast, we continue game viewing - you will see plenty different types of wildlife, whilst heading back towards the camp again. The heat of the day is spent either relaxing in camp, reading a book or around the swimming pool. Late afternoon we head out of camp again for another game drive, this time in another direction. We weave our way slowly through the hills and thick bush in search of the elusive Leopards, who are experts at blending in with the surroundings. With patience and luck we will have the chance to see one hiding in the undergrowth or sitting in a tree. Mean while we will come across all the other animals who live in this region like Duiker, White Rhino , and many species of birds as well. By sunset, we re-enter camp to freshen up once again before dinner at the fireside. Includes: (B, D).
Day 3 (or 5): Kruger Park – JHB
Arise to start the day with a morning game drive. We see many species of birds as they awake to the new day. As we make our way to-wards the exit gate, we pass through troops of baboons as they too warm to the new day, a Steenbuck darts across the road and a Martial Eagle flies overhead. On exiting the park, we head for the “ Panoramic Route “ which winds its way through the Drakensberg Mountains of Mpumalanga. En-route we will visit some of the highlights in the area such as Blyde River Canyon, The Three Rondavels and lastly Pilgrims Rest for Brunch. It is a four hour drive back to Johannesburg from here, We will arrive back at approx. 6.00pm when we will drop you off at the airport or your Lodge or Hotel. Includes: (B, L).
B = Breakfast, L= Lunch, D = Dinner
Alternatively 5 day safari add new days 3 + 4 below
Day 3: Kruger Park
We hear of a lion kill which took place the day before, so we make our way in that direction. We are in luck, we are the first to arrive, A pride of eight lions still feeding on the carcass – a Giraffe. After parking in the best spot we can now take as many photos as we wish. On the outer limits we have both Hyenas and Jackels trying to snatch titbits from under the lions noses. After an hour we move on passing herds of Impala, Kudu and Waterbuck along the way, to stop at a picnic spot at approx. 10.00am for - Brunch.
We head back to our camp where you’ll have time to buy drinks for the night-drive, which leaves camp at 6.00pm. in a open - sided truck, to returning 3 hours later. Dinner by this time will be awaiting you out in the open. After dinner just sit listening to the many night sounds or discuss with the guide the next day’s exciting events. Includes: (B, D).
Day 4: Kruger Park
To-day we begin with a optional morning game-walk. This is an easy going walk on the wild-side taking roughly four hours and you’ll have two very experienced armed game rangers with you all the time.
This is a chance to be up close and personal with some of the animals, as well as the typical flora and fauna of the park. Learn to track the animals and see how they survive in the bush. Back in camp for lunch and a chance to catch-up with a little rest.
Afternoon, we drive out of camp once again in search of Africa’s big Five - The majestic Elephant, The Lion king, The prehistoric Rhinos (both black and white ), The elusive Leopard and The dangerous Buffalo. On the open plains we might be lucky to catch a Cheetah or watch the Hippos and Crocs in the many dams and pools in the rivers. Twilight finds us back at camp before the gates close, knowing that our day was indeed exciting. Includes: (B, D).
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Prices:
- 3Day/2nights - R5,500-00 pp
- 4Day/3nights - R6,985-00 pp
- 5Day/4nights - R8,885-00 pp
- 6Day/5nights - R10,615-00 pp.
Accommodation is based on the best available in the camps at the time of booking, e.g. Guest house / Guest cottage / Family cottage
All tours and safaris - begin from your hotel, guest house or the airport. The Park has varying ecozones, and the muti-day safaris, are spread out though-out the park,subject to availaibility ,with an average of two nights at each camp, bush camp, exclusive camp or overnight hide.
Price Includes:
- Transportation: Microbus, Landrover or Condor.
- Accommodation: Meals - Soft drinks, water, wine with dinner
- Services of a Professional Guide/Driver: scheduled game drives / night drives / walks ( as per example itinerary )
Price Excludes:
- Alcoholic beverages,
- Personal laundry,
- Travel insurances, curios,
- Telephone calls and any optional excursions.
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Africa
South Africa
Nature & Wildlife
National Parks
Wildlife Viewing
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