3 Days Safari to South Africa Sabi Sands Greater Kruger
This 3 Days Safari to South Africa Sabi Sands Greater Kruger takes you to Sabi Sands is also called "the prince of game reserves". This wildlife enclave has an immense wildlife gene pool and a safari in Sabi Sands will surely be a memorable one. Nestled near the seasonal Sand River, in a beautiful forested thicket, this private lodge is located in the iconic and wildlife-rich Sabi Sands. Your bespoke accommodation consists of a semi-luxury safari tent in a private luxury bush camp. Experience fantastic game drives and an exciting bush walk during these 3 days.
Your Safari to South Africa includes luxury accommodation in semi-tented camps that blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings, providing comfort without compromising the authentic wilderness experience. From exhilarating game drives at first light to thrilling night safaris under star-studded African skies, every moment of this adventure showcases the raw beauty of South Africa's premier wildlife destination.
This carefully crafted Safari to South Africa concludes with a scenic journey along the breathtaking Panorama Route, featuring dramatic natural wonders carved over millennia. The perfect balance of thrilling wildlife encounters and spectacular landscapes makes this safari an unforgettable immersion into the heart of South Africa's natural heritage, all while enjoying the legendary hospitality and expertise of seasoned safari guides.
Tour highlights
Exclusive game drives in the world-famous Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve
Exceptional big cat sightings, including the renowned leopards of Sabi Sands
Luxury accommodation in semi-tented safari camps
Exciting night game drives with spotlight wildlife viewing
Traditional boma dinners under African stars
Morning and afternoon game drives in open safari vehicles
Scenic Panorama Route including Blyde River Canyon and God's Window
Professional guides with expert knowledge of the area's flora and fauna
Price Includes:
- Park fees and conservation levies
- All scheduled safari activities
- Ground transport in a custom 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water during game drives
- Full board accommodation at a semi-luxury tented camp
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Driver allowances and park fees
- Traditional boma dinners and bush breakfasts
- 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
- Alcoholic beverages and drinks beyond the provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick up from Johannesburg to Sabi Sands
Your Safari to South Africa begins with an early morning pickup from your Johannesburg hotel or OR Tambo International Airport at 7:00 AM, followed by a scenic 5–6-hour drive (approximately 450km) eastward through Mpumalanga province. This Safari to South Africa journey takes you through rolling highlands before descending into the wildlife-rich lowveld region where Sabi Sands awaits. Your afternoon Safari to South Africa adventure includes check-in at your luxury camp, followed by an exciting sunset game drive in an open safari vehicle, with a pause for traditional sundowners before continuing into the night with spotlights searching for nocturnal species.
- Day2Safari Activities in Sabi Sands
Day two of your Safari to South Africa starts before dawn with light refreshments before embarking on a morning game drive as the bush awakens. This immersive Safari to South Africa experience brings opportunities to witness predators concluding their night hunts while plains game emerges in the golden morning light of the 65,000-hectare reserve. Your midday Safari to South Africa respite offers time to relax at the camp, enjoy the swimming pool, or watch wildlife from viewing decks before the afternoon drive departs around 3:30 PM, extending into another thrilling night safari.
- Day3Sabi Sands to Johannesburg via Panorama Route
The final day of your Safari to South Africa begins with one last dawn game drive in Sabi Sands, maximizing opportunities to spot any of the Big Five you might have missed. Your Safari to South Africa experience transitions from wildlife to landscapes as you depart the reserve and journey along the magnificent Panorama Route, stopping at Isimangaliso (God's Window), Bourke's Luck Potholes, and the Three Rondavels viewpoint overlooking the magnificent Blyde River Canyon. Your Safari to South Africa concludes with the return journey to Johannesburg (approximately 7 hours with stops), arriving in the early evening.