5 Days Sabi Sands and Kruger South African Safari
This 5 Days Sabi Sands and Kruger South African Safari combines two of the country's premier wildlife destinations: the private Sabi Sands Game Reserve and the iconic Kruger National Park. This expertly crafted journey offers intimate wildlife encounters in different safari environments, each with its unique charm and game-viewing opportunities.
Your South African Safari experience begins in the exclusive Sabi Sands, known for its exceptional leopard sightings and luxury lodges. Here, unrestricted by public park rules, you'll enjoy off-road tracking and night drives, maximizing your chances of spotting the Big Five in their natural habitat.
The journey continues with your South African Safari adventure in Kruger National Park, where vast savannah landscapes host an incredible diversity of wildlife. From comfortable lodges to expert guides, every aspect of this safari is designed to provide an authentic and memorable African bush experience.
Tour highlights
Exclusive game viewing in the private Sabi Sands Reserve
Big Five safari experiences in two distinct locations
Guided bush walks in Sabi Sands
Night game drives with spotlighting
Luxury lodge accommodations
Professional safari guides and trackers
Unrestricted off-road game viewing in Sabi Sands
Panoramic views of African savannah
Price Includes:
- Park entrance fees
- All mentioned activities
- Ground transport in 4WD custom vehicle
- Bottled water in a safari vehicle
- Full board accommodation as specified
- English-speaking driver-guide services
- Driver allowances
- All scheduled activities except optional ones
Price Excludes:
- South African Visa
- International and domestic flights
- Personal expenses (gratuities, beverages)
- Optional Activities
- Laundry services
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
Itinary in details
- DayDay 1Arrival and Transfer to Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Begin your South African Safari with a scheduled 1-hour flight from Johannesburg to Arathusa Air Strip in Sabi Sands. Your South African Safari continues with a short transfer to your luxury lodge, where you'll enjoy afternoon tea before your first game drive. This South African Safari evening includes a three-course dinner under the African stars at your intimate bush lodge.
- DayDay 2Sabi Game Viewing
Your South African Safari Day starts with a dawn game drive through Sabi's pristine wilderness, covering approximately 20 km of prime wildlife territory. During this South African Safari Day, participate in an optional bush walk and afternoon game drive in search of leopards, which are frequently spotted in this reserve. Your South African Safari concludes with a traditional boma dinner accompanied by local entertainment.
- DayDay 3Depart Sabi for Kruger National Park
Continue your South African Safari with a morning game drive in Sabi before a 2-hour (100 km) transfer to Kruger National Park. This South African Safari afternoon includes your first Kruger game drive through the famous Skukuza section. Your South African Safari Day ends at a comfortable lodge within Kruger's borders.
- DayDay 4Kruger National Park Game Viewing
Your South African Safari intensifies with full-day game viewing in Kruger, covering approximately 150 km of diverse terrain. This South African Safari Day includes drives along the Sabie River system, where wildlife congregates in greatest numbers. Your South African Safari experience includes morning and afternoon game drives with professional rangers.
- DayDay 5Departure
Conclude your South African Safari with a final morning game drive in Kruger, searching for any remaining wildlife on your checklist. Your South African Safari morning includes breakfast at the lodge before a 5-hour (400 km) return journey to Johannesburg. This South African Safari ends with your afternoon departure from O.R. Tambo International Airport.