3 Days Big 5 Inverdoorn Reserve Southern Africa Safari
This 3 Days Big 5 Inverdoorn Reserve Southern Africa Safari takes you to Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve is a mere 2.5 hours’ drive from Cape Town, in the malaria-free Karoo. Here you have an opportunity to see the Big Five! The game reserve is home to a successful cheetah conservation project and has significantly contributed to sustaining the region's biodiversity. The 10,000-hectare game reserve offers luxurious Big Five safaris for overnight guests. All members of the Big Five, elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo, and the elusive leopard, are represented at Inverdoorn.
Your Southern Africa Safari adventure includes expertly guided game drives through diverse landscapes, from sweeping plains to rugged mountains, providing exceptional opportunities to witness lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, and the elusive leopard in their natural habitat. The reserve's dedicated conservation efforts make this journey both thrilling and meaningful.
This compact Southern Africa Safari is perfectly designed for travelers with limited time but unlimited passion for wildlife. Inverdoorn's commitment to ethical tourism and animal welfare, particularly through their renowned cheetah conservation program, adds depth to your experience while the clear Karoo night skies offer spectacular stargazing opportunities.
Tour highlights
Two game drives daily in open 4x4 safari vehicles
Big Five wildlife viewing opportunities
Luxurious lodge accommodation in the Klein Karoo
Expertly guided nature experiences
Exceptional cheetah encounters and conservation insights
Traditional South African cuisine
Breathtaking Karoo stargazing experiences
Spectacular sundowners in the wilderness
Price Includes:
- Park fees and conservation levies
- All scheduled activities as per the itinerary
- Ground transport in a custom 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water during game drives
- Full board accommodation at Inverdoorn Lodge
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances and park fees
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
Price Excludes:
- South African Visa (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond the provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival at Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve
Your Southern Africa Safari begins with a scenic 2.5-hour drive from Cape Town to Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve, locally known as "Iziba Labantu" (pool of the people). The Southern Africa Safari experience starts with a warm welcome at the lodge, followed by a delicious lunch served under indigenous acacia trees. Your Southern Africa Safari adventure continues with an evening game drive through the 10,000-hectare reserve, where your expert guide introduces you to the diverse wildlife while sharing insights about the local ecosystem and conservation efforts.
- Day2Game Drives at Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve
Wake up to the sounds of the bush on your Southern Africa Safari as you enjoy early morning coffee before embarking on a sunrise game drive. This immersive Southern Africa Safari Day offers optimal opportunities to spot the Big Five in the soft morning light as they're most active. Your Southern Africa Safari continues with a full day of wildlife experiences, including afternoon game drives when predators begin to stir, culminating in a magical Karoo stargazing experience beneath one of Africa's clearest night skies.
- Day3Departure from Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve
The final day of your Southern Africa Safari begins with a farewell game drive at dawn, when the reserve comes alive with activity. Your Southern Africa Safari guide focuses on finding any species you may have missed, particularly the more elusive cats and nocturnal animals returning from their night hunts. The Southern Africa Safari concludes with a hearty breakfast at the lodge, allowing time for final photographs and wildlife viewing before your 10:30am checkout and return journey to Cape Town.