3 Days Sabi Sands Southern Africa Safari Tour
This 3 Days Sabi Sands Southern Africa Safari Tour takes you to Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, bordering the iconic Kruger National Park. This short but intensely rewarding Southern Africa Safari offers unparalleled opportunities to encounter the Big Five in their natural habitat, with expert guides who navigate the pristine bushveld to ensure close encounters with lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo.
Your Southern Africa Safari journey combines luxury accommodation with authentic wilderness experiences, balancing thrilling game drives with peaceful moments at a stunning safari camp. The unforgettable dawn and dusk game drives across the savanna provide optimal chances to witness predators on the hunt, while comfortable amenities ensure you can relax and reflect on each day's discoveries.
This carefully crafted Southern Africa Safari concludes with a scenic return journey via the spectacular Panorama Route, showcasing the region's dramatic landscapes. From the moment you depart Johannesburg to your final wildlife encounters, this safari delivers an authentic taste of Africa's wilderness, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Tour highlights
Exclusive game drives in the renowned Sabi Sands Private Reserve
Exceptional Big Five wildlife viewing opportunities
Night safaris with spotlights to discover nocturnal species
Luxury tented accommodation in the heart of the wilderness
Expert guides sharing deep knowledge of local ecosystems
Traditional boma dinners under the African stars
Morning and afternoon game drives in open safari vehicles
Scenic journey along the breathtaking Panorama Route
Visit the majestic Blyde River Canyon, locally known as "Motlatse Canyon"
Photography opportunities at God's Window and Bourke's Luck Potholes
Price Includes:
- Park entrance and conservation fees
- All scheduled safari activities
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water during game drives and transfers
- Full board accommodation in luxury safari tents
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances and park fees
- All mentioned activities except for optional experiences
Price Excludes:
- South African Visa (where applicable)
- International and domestic flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional Activities
- Laundry services
- Travel Insurance
- Alcoholic and additional beverages
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Johannesburg to Sabi Sands
Your Southern Africa Safari begins with an early morning pickup at 7:00 AM from your Johannesburg hotel or OR Tambo International Airport for a scenic 5-hour drive (approximately 450 km) eastward through the Mpumalanga province. This Southern Africa Safari journey takes you through the picturesque Highveld region before descending into the Lowveld, where the famous Sabi Sands await. After arrival and check-in at your luxury tented camp around 2:00 PM, your Southern Africa Safari adventure continues with an exhilarating afternoon and night game drive in the wildlife-rich reserve, offering your first opportunity to spot leopards, which are frequently sighted in this area.
- Day2Safari Activities in Sabi Sands
Dawn breaks over your Southern Africa Safari with early morning refreshments at 5:30 AM before embarking on a sunrise game drive through the pristine wilderness of Sabi Sands, locally known as "Ingwe" (leopard) territory. Your Southern Africa Safari morning continues as your expert guide tracks fresh signs of the Big Five across the 65,000-hectare unfenced reserve that shares a border with Kruger National Park. After a midday rest at the lodge, your Southern Africa Safari resumes with an afternoon game drive around 3:30 PM, extending into the evening hours when nocturnal predators become active, providing unique wildlife viewing opportunities before returning to camp for a traditional dinner under the stars.
- Day3Sabi Sands to Johannesburg via Panorama Route
The final day of your Southern Africa Safari begins with a farewell sunrise game drive at 5:30 AM, maximizing your chances of spotting any wildlife you may have missed. Your memorable Southern Africa Safari in Sabi Sands concludes with a hearty breakfast before departing the reserve around 9:00 AM for a captivating 4-hour journey along the famous Panorama Route. The scenic Southern Africa Safari return trip includes stops at Mpumalanga's natural wonders, including the 33-kilometer-long Blyde River Canyon, the expansive vistas of God's Window (1,730 meters above sea level), and the fascinating geological formations at Bourke's Luck Potholes before arriving back in Johannesburg by approximately 5:00 PM.