Over View
Explore the Greater Kruger area on an exhilarating journey to South Africa. Travel along the jaw-dropping Panorama Route; track elephants, lions, and rhinos at one of the continents most celebrated national parks; and venture out on safari with a researcher from the Cheetah Metapopulation Project, part of National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative. Spend the evenings relaxing at your scenic safari lodges, taking in the spectacular African sunset from the deck.
Itineraries
Day 1
Johannesburg
Arrive at any time and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a traditional South African braai (barbecue) for dinner tonight.
Day 2
JohannesburgGreater Kruger Area
Set out towards Kruger National Park via the magnificent Panorama Route, one of the worlds most picturesque drives. Make stops at the dramatic Blyde River Canyon and Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and take in panoramic views of the forest-covered valley from the God’s Window viewpoint. Continue to our tented camp near Kruger National Park and savour a delicious South African dinner in a boma.
Day 3
Kruger National Park
Rise early and climb aboard an open jeep for a full-day safari in Kruger National Parkhome to an extraordinary array of large mammals. Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and perhaps elusive leopards as we explore this breathtaking wilderness of savanna and scrubland. Return to our lodge in the evening, where you can take some time to relax on the deck and enjoy the nocturnal sounds of the bush.
Day 4
Greater Kruger AreaKarongwe Private Game Reserve
Travel to the Karongwe Private Game Reserve, a pristine wildlife sanctuary located in the Greater Kruger area. Meet with a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trusts Cheetah Metapopulation Projecta program funded in part by National Geographics Big Cats Initiativeand learn about efforts to protect the regions cheetahs and other carnivores. The researcher then joins us for a wildlife-viewing excursion through the reserve.
Day 5
Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Spend the day exploring Karongwe on morning and afternoon safaris with our local guides. Search for buffaloes, elephants, leopards, lions, and rhinosAfrica’s famed big fiveas we drive through the shrublands of the bushveld. Back at camp, relax on deck or take a walk around the grounds.
Day 6
Karongwe Private Game ReserveJohannesburg
Embark on one last safari this morning, keeping a lookout for Karongwes iconic inhabitants. Then head back to the city, where youll enjoy dinner in our local guest house.
Day 7
Johannesburg
Depart at any time.
