This 4-day tour takes on the scenic Panorama Route along the Blyde River Canyon into Kruger National Park, where we enjoy Big 5 game drives and dinners on the banks of the Sabie River. En route we visit Pilgrims Rest – a museum town, dating to the 1800’s gold discovery era - before returning to the city where we end our tour.
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*Minimum 2 travellers required for guaranteed departure.
Day 1. Johannesburg – Kruger national Park Highlights. Kruger National Park, South Africa.
Departing the city, we travel via Middelburg and Nelspruit to the famed Kruger National Park, one of the largest wildlife sanctuaries in the world (at 19 485 sq km it is roughly the size of Israel or Wales). The area is incredibly diverse in both fauna and flora - from the dwarf mongoose to the famed ‘Big Five’, prolific birdlife and over 330 varieties of trees. With our Eagle-eyed guide at the wheel, we make our way to our camp situated on the banks of the Sabie River where we will enjoy dinner under the African stars.Day 2. Kruger National Park Highlights. Kruger National Park, South Africa.
Rising early, we set off in our vehicle in search of the ‘Big 5’, and other amazing wildlife (over 505 species of birds, 148 species of mammals and many reptiles) that inhabit the park during the morning and late afternoon - pausing in the midday heat at a rest camps along the way. There are many facilities available for game viewers such as restaurants, souvenir stores and swimming pools. For those wanting more game driving there may be the option of heading out on a night safari.Day 3. Kruger National Park – Panoramic Route Highlights. Blyde River Canyon, South Africa. Bourke's Luck Pot Holes, South Africa. Drakensberg Mountains, South Africa. God's Window, South Africa. Lisbon Falls, South Africa.
After our last game drive, we exit the park and enjoy scenic mountain passes with stunning views of the Drakensberg escarpment. Along the way, we visit many of the wonderful sites of the area The Pinnacle, God’s Window, Lisbon Falls, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Blyde River Canyon. After marvelling at the breath-taking views, we make our way to our quaint country accommodation in the picturesque Sabie River Valley of the Mpumalanga Drakensberg.Day 4. Panoramic Route – Johannesburg Highlights. Pilgrims Rest.
After breakfast, we visit the Lone Creek Falls, a beautiful waterfall in the forest area in the Mpumalanga area, plummeting 70m in the creek below and Pilgrim’s Rest, a small museum town. We meander down the main street to soak up the rich history of the area - dating back to the discovery of gold fields in 1873, before continuing to Johannesburg – where we end our tour.Court Classique Suite Hotel is set among the embassy buildings in suburban Arcadia, Pretoria. This 3-storey building is 3.9 km from the city centre allowing easy access to restaurants, cinemas shops and cultural attractions. It's also 6.5 km from the Pretoria National Botanical Garden. Court Classique Suite Hotel offers single and double ensuite rooms, free WiFi, a restaurant, swimming pool, a spa room and wine cellar.
* Suggested pre and post tour accommodation can be booked together with your tour. Please enquire at the time of booking.
Court Classique Suite Hotel is set among the embassy buildings in suburban Arcadia, Pretoria. This 3-storey building is 3.9 km from the city centre allowing easy access to restaurants, cinemas shops and cultural attractions. It's also 6.5 km from the Pretoria National Botanical Garden. Court Classique Suite Hotel offers single and double ensuite rooms, free WiFi, a restaurant, swimming pool, a spa room and wine cellar.
* Suggested pre and post tour accommodation can be booked together with your tour. Please enquire at the time of booking.
Additional Info
Tour style:
Signature South Africa
This Signature South Africa tour is operated by a locally based (African) ground handler. We believe that working with a local operator in this way assists the community to benefit in a sustainable way from tourism. At the same time it provides our clients with the extensive local knowledge and enthusiasm of the local staff and guides employed to ensure your safari is as enjoyable as it is memorable.
Accommodation:
Pick up from your hotel in Johannesburg or Pretoria
Drop off to your hotel in Johannesburg or Pretoria
On tour - accommodation is in twin shared accommodation with en-suite facilities. Many are situated in comfortable and picturesque locations.
Transport:
Minibus/ 3 seater sedan
Meals
3 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Accommodation
Twin/ Double share accommodation with en-suite facilities