Wild and Scenic South Africa
See the sights of Pretoria before heading out of the city to enjoy ‘Big 5’ game viewing in the Kruger National Park. Discover the African bush at a private game lodge and explore the awe-inspiring Panorama Route.
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Johannesburg to White River via Pretoria
After breakfast, the tour departs from Johannesburg to White River by way of Pretoria. In Pretoria, guests are taken on an orientation tour, a trip to the Voortrekker Monument, and then to the Union Buildings, where they can enjoy the views and have a photo opportunity at the Nelson Mandela statue. Enjoy lunch en route (own account). Arrive at the hotel in the late afternoon, and enjoy time at leisure before dinner.Overnight at Country Boutique Hotel or similar – Dinner and breakfast
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White River to Hazyview via Kruger National Park
Guests wake up early to enjoy breakfast before entering the iconic Kruger National Park at Numbi Gate to enjoy a full day’s game viewing in a closed vehicle. Guests can look forward to spotting the ‘Big 5’ and a variety of other wildlife and bird species. The park boasts one of the largest and most successful conservation schemes in the world, and the diversity of fauna and flora promise an unforgettable bushveld experience. The tour stops for lunch in the park (own account) and then later, exit at the Paul Kruger Gate to head to the hotel for dinner.Overnight at Protea Hotel by Marriott Kruger Gate or similar – Dinner and breakfast
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Hazyview to Hoedspruit via Panorama Route
After an early breakfast, guests head to 2 of Mpumalanga’s most magnificent topographical attractions: the Blyde River Canyon and the Three Rondavels. The Panorama Route affords guests memorable views of the more significant sites in this area including God’s Window, Lisbon Falls, and the Pinnacle. Once at the lodge, guests enjoy high tea before heading off for an afternoon game drive in an open safari vehicle, then returning to the lodge for dinner.Overnight at Makalali Main Lodge or similar – Dinner, breakfast and 2 game activities
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Guests go for an early morning game drive in an open safari vehicle, and then head back to the lodge for breakfast. The tour then heads back to Johannesburg, via the charming town of Dullstroom, where guests can stop for lunch (own account) and take short a walk through the town (time permitting). The tour returns to Johannesburg in the late afternoon.