Safari in South Africa - 8 days

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

6 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Johannesburg, South Africa

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Highlights

Pretoria - Enjoy a half day tour of the capital including the Voortrekker Monument and Union Buildings

Zebra Country Lodge - Explore the beautiful bushveld setting of the lodge on a nature walk and visit the Reptile Centre

Waterberg Biosphere - Enjoy a three night stay at a luxury safari camp in the magnificent Entabeni Reserve, part of beautiful UNESCO-Listed Waterberg Biosphere

Entabeni Reserve - Encounter incredible wildlife and spectacular scenery on morning and afternoon game drives and bush walks

Greater Kruger - Spend three nights at a luxury tented safari camp in Manyeleti Private Game Reserve, a hidden gem which borders Kruger National Park

Manyeleti Private Game Reserve - Go in search of the Big Five on morning and afternoon game drives

Soweto - Learn about the rich history of South Africa's most famous township on a brief tour

Manyeleti Private Game Reserve - Go in search of the Big Five on morning and afternoon game drives

Soweto - Learn about the rich history of South Africa's most famous township on a brief tour

Itinerary

Set off on a classic safari adventure with the "Safari in South Africa - 8 days" tour, perfect for travelers craving close encounters with Africa’s legendary wildlife in comfort. Journey from Johannesburg to the spectacular Entabeni Reserve and Manyeleti Private Game Reserve in the UNESCO-listed Waterberg Biosphere. Enjoy game drives in search of the Big Five, bush walks, and luxury tented accommodations, all at an easy pace ideal for seniors and seasoned explorers. Optional activities allow for further customization. The unique selling point? The intimate, small-group setting and stays in exclusive reserves, ensuring a personalized safari experience with top-notch guiding, making each sighting and sunset uniquely memorable.

day 1Johannesburg

Johannesburg - Pretoria. Arriving into OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg early this morning, you will be met by your driver guide and transferred with other members of the group to Zebra Country Lodge 85 km away. Set on a 400-hectare reserve with a variety of African game, this tranquil lodge is just 30 km north-east of Pretoria. En route to the lodge enjoy a half tour of Pretoria, taking in the Voortrekker Monument and Union Buildings.
Upon arrival check in and freshen up before enjoying the lodge's amenities. There's also an optional visit to the Ndebele Cultural Village where you can learn about authentic local Ndebele culture.
Please note Your flight needs to arrive into OR Tambo Airport by 9am, alternatively pre tour accommodation can be arranged on request.

Meals

1 Dinner

OverNight

Pretoria - Zebra Country Lodge

day 2The Waterberg Biosphere

days 3-4Entabeni game drives

day 5Greater Kruger National Park

days 6-7Manyeleti Private Game Reserve

day 8Soweto tour & return to Johannesburg

What's Included

Accommodation

1 night at Zebra Lodge in a standard room, half board3 nights at Honeyguide Ranger Camp in a permanent en suite tent, full board plus activities3 nights at Honeyguide Khoka Moya Camp in a permanent en suite tent, full board plus activitiesZebra Lodge - Afternoon Nature Walk and visit to the Reptile Centre

Meals

7 breakfasts, 6 lunches & 7 dinners (including a Boma Dinner at Ranger Camp)

Transport

OR Tambo International Airport group arrival transfer on day 1 and group departure transfer on day 8Transfers in a luxury vehicle with an English speaking driver/guide

Others

Half Day Pretoria City Tour, including a visit to Voortrekker Monument and Union BuildingsHoneyguide Ranger Camp - morning and afternoon game drives in the Waterberg BiophereHoneyguide Khoka Moya Camp - morning and afternoon game drives in Manyeleti Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)Brief Soweto Tour, including Nelson Mandela Museum, Hector Pieterson Memorial and Soweto TownshipApplicable taxes

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