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This 4-day overland camping tour takes on the scenic Panorama Route along the Blyde River Canyon and into the wildlife rich Kruger National Park. Enjoy Big 5 game drives with an expert local guide to seek out the best wildlife for the thrill of safari!
This tour extends on to Durban and Cape Town - ask us for more info!
Day 1. Johannesburg to Hazyview Highlights. Blyde River Canyon, South Africa. Bourke's Luck Pot Holes, South Africa. God's Window, South Africa.
Starting the day in Johannesburg we set off on our overland tour travelling through the Mpumalanga Province. On our journey, we enjoy the mountainous terrain along the Panorama Route, where we stop off at Blyde River Canyon, the third largest canyon on the world.Day 2. Kruger National Park Highlights. Kruger National Park, South Africa.
This morning we wake early, meet our guides and board our 4x4 game viewing vehicles before setting off for a day of game driving to see the wildlife in the Kruger National Park. Being one of Africa's largest wildlife reserves, Kruger offers an immense variety of animals from the dwarf mongoose to the famed 'Big Five.' There is also prolific birdlife and over 330 varieties of trees. We spend the day seeking out the different animals with a break over lunch at one of the camps within the park.Day 3. Hazyview
We have the opportunity to head out into Kruger National Park once more to explore the northern or southern territory we may not have seen on yesterday's drive.The different areas of this vast reserve are home to a number of different species endemic to them due to the grassland, bush or forest environments found in each.Day 4. Hazyview to Johannesburg
Bidding farewell to Kruger and the Mpumalanga area, we travel back to the city where our overland tour ends on arrival in Johannesburg.Saba Lodge is selectively chosen as it boasts of quality and comfort as well as being conveniently located. Within 15 minutes drive of O.R Tambo Airport, this establishment offers clients a taste of what their African adventure will entail. Set on 8000 square metres of land, with a tranquil rustic theme, a large deck and swimming pool, free uncapped fibre optic wifi, guests are sure to enjoy their stay. Rooms - single, dorm, family and twin/double en-suite rooms available. Breakfast and airport transfer available.
* Suggested pre and post tour accommodation can be booked together with your tour. Please enquire at the time of booking.
Suggested Post-Tour Accommodation. Saba Lodge, JohannesburgSaba Lodge is selectively chosen as it boasts of quality and comfort as well as being conveniently located. Within 15 minutes drive of O.R Tambo Airport, this establishment offers clients a taste of what their African adventure will entail. Set on 8000 square metres of land, with a tranquil rustic theme, a large deck and swimming pool, free uncapped fibre optic wifi, guests are sure to enjoy their stay. Rooms - single, dorm, family and twin/double en-suite rooms available. Breakfast and airport transfer available.
* Suggested pre and post tour accommodation can be booked together with your tour. Please enquire at the time of booking.
Additional Info
PRE TOUR ACCOMMODATION:
This tour departs Johannesburg early on day 1; we strongly recommend therefore that you plan to arrive the day before departure to overcome any jet-lag and acclimatise to Africa. We would be happy to book pre-tour accommodation for you – please call or email us (or speak to your agent) with your arrival details and accommodation requirements. However please book early to avoid disappointment and the risk of having to find more expensive (or less convenient) lodgings.
If time allows, we also suggest planning a night or two extra (after your tour) to make the most of Johannesburg and the surrounding area.
ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS:
These are optional activities that are booked during your holiday and paid directly to the provider while on tour. These options offer a variety of experiences and allow you the freedom to decide what activities you would like to do.
ACCOMMODATION:
We use 2-person dome tents with fly sheets, sewn-in groundsheets, zip-up insect screens and foam mattresses. We mainly use campsites, which usually have reasonable wash and shower facilities, electricity points and sometimes even a small shop, bar or swimming pool.
TRANSPORT:
24-seater, self-contained, custom-built safari truck with on-board tables, plug sockets, freezer, water tank, library, safety features and 70-litre individual lockers, 4x4 safari vehicle.
GAME PARK VISITS:
In order to maximise the quality of game driving and to comply with local authority rulings, some of our National Park visits and game viewing is carried out using services provided by local African ground handlers. As well as enhancing our experience using local guides and smaller vehicles it also allows us to contribute at a ‘grassroots’ level to local economies from which local people benefit.
TOUR STYLE:
This is a participation tour and your help will be needed in assisting with the various day to day duties, such as shopping, cooking and keeping the truck tidy (usually on a rota basis). But don’t worry it’s not all hard work and it’s a great way to meet the local people and get to know your fellow travellers. Your contribution benefits the success of the tour - most people find the greater their involvement, the greater their enjoyment of the whole trip.
Meals
3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 3 Dinners
Accommodation
Twin share dome tent