3 Days Guernsey Private Nature Reserve Southern Africa Safari
This short 3 Days Guernsey Private Nature Reserve Southern Africa Safari allows you to discover the wonders of Kruger National Park without overspending. Dav Safaris introduces a Camp, an affordable glamping experience offering great value. Enjoy exciting game drives led by expert guides in open-sided safari vehicles, exploring Kruger National Park and the exclusive Blue Canyon Reserve.
The Southern Africa Safari adventure unfolds across three unforgettable days of exploration through diverse habitats, from open savanna grasslands to dense riverine forests. Each day of your Southern Africa Safari presents unique opportunities to encounter the legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—along with numerous other iconic African species in their natural environment.
During this immersive Southern Africa Safari, expert guides share their profound knowledge of the bush, enhancing your understanding of the complex ecosystems and fascinating wildlife behaviors. The intimate setting of Guernsey Reserve, spanning approximately 15,000 hectares of pristine wilderness, provides the perfect backdrop for an authentic Southern Africa Safari experience away from the crowded tourist routes.
Tour highlights
Private game drives in the Guernsey Nature Reserve
Full-day exploration of Kruger National Park
Opportunities to spot the iconic Big Five
Sunrise and sunset game viewing experiences
Bush sundowners in spectacular settings
Traditional boma dinners under African stars
Expert guidance by local wildlife specialists
Comfortable accommodation at a safari Camp
Price Includes:
- Park fees and conservation levies
- All scheduled activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in a custom 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water during game drives and transfers
- Full board accommodation at Dumela Camp
- 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 provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick Up from OR Tambo and Transfer to a Camp
Your Southern Africa Safari begins with an early morning pickup from Johannesburg's O.R. Tambo International Airport for a scenic 5-hour journey (approximately 400km) through Mpumalanga Province to Guernsey Private Nature Reserve. This Southern Africa Safari transfer introduces you to South Africa's dramatic landscapes, from the highveld plateau through the Drakensberg escarpment to the wildlife-rich lowveld region. Your Southern Africa Safari experience continues with arrival at the Camp by mid-afternoon, followed by a refreshing welcome drink before embarking on your first game drive through areas known locally as "Madlabantu" (Place of People) and "Skukuza" (He who sweeps clean).
- Day2Kruger National Park Safari
Wake before dawn on your Southern Africa Safari to the calls of francolin birds before departing at 5:30 AM for a full-day exploration of the legendary Kruger National Park, located just 20 minutes (15km) from camp. Your Southern Africa Safari adventure continues through Orpen Gate into the central region of Kruger, renowned for its high densities of lions and large herbivores across its Savuti-like plains. The afternoon Southern Africa Safari activity focuses on game viewing around the productive waterholes of Nsemani and Satara, known among local guides as "Shisaka Bufalo" (Buffalo Thicket), before returning to camp after sunset for a traditional boma dinner under the African stars.
- Day3Transfer to Johannesburg (OR Tambo) and Departure
The final day of your Southern Africa Safari starts with an optional early morning game drive through Guernsey Reserve's northern section, known as "Ingwe Plains" (Leopard Plains), located just 5km from camp. Your transformative Southern Africa Safari experience concludes with a hearty breakfast at Dumela Camp before the 5-hour return journey to Johannesburg. Reflecting on your incredible Southern Africa Safari adventure, you'll travel approximately 400km back through the scenic Mpumalanga Province, arriving at O.R. Tambo International Airport between 5:00 and 6:00 PM.