South Africa & Eswatini

BM-22269
4.6Based on
10 days

Carbon neutral

Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
16 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Ends

Johannesburg, South Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa

Highlights

Search for the Big Five in South Africa's spectacular Kruger National Park

Get up close and personal with a thrilling foot safari in Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

Visit the battlefield of Rorke's Drift -home of the famous battles of the Anglo-Zulu War

Itinerary

Travel through the heart of South Africa in search of the Big 5. On this ten-day trip, we'll delve into some of the country's most iconic national parks, including Kruger, hoping to spot the bounty of wildlife that calls these varied landscapes home. Along the way, immerse yourself in the history of the Zulu battlefield, explore the wetlands of St Lucia and rub shoulders with the Swazi people in Eswatini.



Kruger National Park - Get the chance to spot the Big 5 on a game drive in Kruger - one of Africa's biggest game reserves.



Hluhluwe iMfolozi - Explore the game reserve which has the biggest rhino population in Africa.



Mlilwane - Get closer to South Africa's wildlife on an intimate walking safari in this secluded sanctuary beneath the Nyonyane Mountains.

Day 1Join trip Johannesburg Airport; drive to the Drakensberg Mountains
Day 2Walk in Drakensberg World Heritage Site
Day 3Visit battlefields; drive on to St Lucia
Day 4Game Drives in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve
Day 5At St Lucia Wetland Reserve
Day 6Drive to Eswatini
Day 7Game viewing and optional activities in Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
Day 8Drive to Kruger National Park
Day 9Game viewing in Kruger National Park; drive to Graskop
Day 10Drive to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) where our trip ends
South Africa & Eswatini

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What's Included

Accommodation
Sungubala Eco Camp (2 nights)Forest Lodge (3 nights)Mlilwane Rest Camp (2 nights)SleepOver Phabeni Gate (1 night)Mogodi Lodge (1 night)
Meals
9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
Transport
4WD
Guide
Explore Tour Leader
Others
Minibus

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Customer Reviews

4.6

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AnonymousOn Oct 23, 2025

Opportunity to see wide range of animals and habitats spoilt by huge distances between locations and long hours of coach travel.

AnonymousOn Oct 22, 2025

Covers lot of ground and this is the one disadvantage. One day we did not arrive at our destination until past 8pm. Plenty of opportunities to get to grips with wildlife but some trips underwhelming, such as Rorke's Drift and the Hippo cruise at St Lucia. Good to have three nights at St Lucia to get over the earlier long trip, but with a couple of changes this trip could be extended a day or so and give pause for breath.

TaraOn Oct 22, 2025

My first ever escorted trip by myself but definitely won’t be my last! Sydney our tour leader was amazing and looked after us so well. Our driver John got us to everywhere safely, in what were some very challenging journeys! Lots of pot holes and speed bumps in SA!! They made a great team together. The full packed itinerary suited me and although fast paced we covered a lot of the country and gave a great flavour of what SA has to offer. Finally the group on the tour were so friendly and great company - I couldn’t be happier!

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