3 Days Safari from Johannesburg to Sabi Sands
This short 3 Days Safari from Johannesburg to Sabi Sands offers world-class guided Big 5 safaris as well as walking safaris in Big 5 territory, ensuring a truly unforgettable adventure. A blend of timeless elegance and close-up wildlife encounters, Sabi Sands Game Reserve is the ultimate destination for those seeking a legendary safari experience.
Your Safari from Johannesburg delivers the perfect balance of adventure and comfort in the renowned "Ingwe" region, as locals call Sabi Sands for its remarkable leopard populations. From the moment you depart OR Tambo International Airport until your return, every aspect of this Safari from Johannesburg is meticulously crafted to maximize game viewing opportunities while providing world-class hospitality.
This immersive Safari from Johannesburg offers unrivaled opportunities to witness the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo) in their natural habitat. The private concessions of Sabi Sands, known locally as "Enkulu Ngwenya" (place of the great crocodile), allow for off-road tracking, night drives, and walking safaris that aren't permitted in public reserves, giving you the ultimate safari experience just hours from South Africa's largest city.
Tour highlights
Exclusive game drives in open safari vehicles in Sabi Sands
Big Five wildlife viewing opportunities
Bush walks with expert armed rangers
Luxury accommodation at a private lodge
Authentic safari sundowners in the bush
Night game drives with spotlight
Gourmet dining under African skies
Convenient transfers from Johannesburg
Price Includes:
- Sabi Sands conservation and park fees
- All scheduled game drives and bush activities
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicles
- Bottled water during game drives
- Full board accommodation at a private Sabi Sands lodge
- Professional English-speaking field guides and trackers
- Driver allowances
- Return transfers between Johannesburg and Sabi Sands
Price Excludes:
- South African Visa (where applicable)
- International and domestic flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional Activities
- Laundry services
- Travel Insurance
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages beyond water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival at Johannesburg and Transfer to Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve
Your Safari from Johannesburg begins with an early morning departure at 06:45 from OR Tambo International Airport for the 380km journey east. This Safari from Johannesburg journey takes you through the scenic Mpumalanga province, arriving at Hazyview after approximately 5 hours. Your luxury Safari from Johannesburg experience continues with a private transfer into Sabi Sands Game Reserve, covering the final 50km to your lodge where lunch awaits before your afternoon game drive.
- Day2Safari in Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve
Dawn breaks over your Safari from Johannesburg adventure with a 05:30 wake-up call, followed by light refreshments. Your morning Safari from Johannesburg experience includes a 3-hour game drive through the pristine wilderness of Sabi Sands, where expert rangers track the resident Big Five. The afternoon Safari from Johannesburg activities resumes at 15:30 with high tea before embarking on a sunset game drive that extends into the night, offering unique opportunities to spot nocturnal predators.
- Day3Sabi Sands Back to Johannesburg
The final day of your Safari from Johannesburg begins with your last 05:30 sunrise game drive through the unexplored sectors of the reserve. This Safari from Johannesburg morning offers a final opportunity to encounter the abundant wildlife, culminating with a traditional bushveld coffee break enhanced with Amarula liqueur. Your Safari from Johannesburg experience concludes with a hearty breakfast before the 12:30 departure from Hazyview, arriving back in Johannesburg by 17:00 after the 380km return journey.