Kruger & Kwazulu Safari

Short but sweet - This trip takes in the very best of the Kruger Park, Swaziland and KwaZulu Natal. Perfect for those with less time, but who still want to see as much as possible of stunning South Africa.

Price: (Valid: Jan 2010 – Dec 2010)
€990 pps
9 Days Safari

Highlights * Panorama Route * Kruger National Park * Mlilwane nature Reserve * St. Lucia Boat Cruise

Departs from: Pretoria - Ends: Durban

Includes
* Itinerary as specified,
* Fully equipped safari vehicle
* Services of trip leader and driver
* All accommodation as specified above
* All catering equipment and scheduled National Park entrance fees.
* Breakfast (B) Lunch (L) Dinner (D), No Meal (NM) where specified.
* Meals not shown will be to the clients account.
* Occasionally breakfast and lunch may be combined into a brunch where necessary e.g. mornings with early game drives.

Kruger and Kwazulu Safari Itinerary

Meal codes [B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner]

Day 1 PRETORIA [Hotel NM]
Today is at leisure to enjoy all that the Jacaranda city has to offer. Clients are to meet at Arcadia hotel at 18h30pm for the pre-departure meeting. Here you will meet your crew and fellow travellers.
Includes: N/A
Overnight: Hotel.

Day 2 GRASKOP [Chalets B]
We leave Pretoria early this morning to make our way to the beautiful undulating landscape of the Mpumalanga province. We stop off at various viewpoints along the scenic Panorama Route – including the famous "God's Window" where the magnificent views abound.
Includes: N/A
Overnight: Chalets
Distance/time: approx. 390km

Day 3 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK [Luxury Tent B]
After viewing some more of the area's magnificent scenery, we head for the famous Kruger National Park and our first game driving experience. We enter the park in the late afternoon as the day is cooling and begin our search for some of the park's famous inhabitants. After our game viewing, we head back to our "camp" where the viewing deck affords spectacular views of the river and opportunities to see the animals as they approach in the early evening to quench their thirst.
Includes: Entrance fees and game drives
Overnight: Luxury Tent

Day 4 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK [Luxury Tent B]
The best time to see the game is early morning and late afternoon as most animals tend to rest in the hotter hours of the day. We begin our day on a game drive and explore the surrounding area – if we are lucky, we may spot some of Africa's big 5! We relax during the heat of the day and go out on a second game drive in the late afternoon to find those animals which have thus far eluded us.
Includes: Game Drives
Overnight: Luxury Tents

Day 5 SWAZILAND [Chalets BL]
We set out early this morning and bid farewell to the Kruger region. We make our way south to the lesser known Kingdom of Swaziland, where after border formalities; we can fully appreciate the panoramic views of this 'tiny' country. This afternoon we have the opportunity to explore some of the options available at Mlilwane. These include walks, bicycle rides and horse riding excursions. Mlilwane was the first of Swaziland's wildlife refuges and is home to many species of antelope and resident bird-life.
Includes: N/A
Overnight: Chalets
Distance/time: approx. 250km

Day 6 ST LUCIA [Lodge B]
The town of St Lucia lies nestled between the warm Indian Ocean and a fresh water Estuary. This estuary is home to a wide variety of local bird-life and numerous pods of resident hippo and crocodiles make this unsafe for swimming – but offer a great opportunity for sightings when explored by boat. Enjoy the sunset over this striking backdrop while on the lagoon boat cruise.
Includes: N/A
Overnight: Lodge
Distance/time: approx. 415km

Day 7 ST LUCIA [Lodge B]
Today we have the option to explore the nearby Hluhluwe/Umfolozi National Park or simply relax at the beach & in the charming town of St. Lucia. The Hluhluwe/Umfolozi National Park is home to the largest population of black and white rhino in the world. There are various excursions to take part in around the St. Lucia region including walks, hikes, fishing trips and many more.
Includes: N/A
Overnight: Lodge
Optional activities: Fishing, hikes, walks ect.

Day 8 DURBAN [Lodge B ]
After a leisurely start, we head down the coast to the suburb of Umhlanga, just north of Durban. Umhlanga is well known for its great beaches and has a great many opportunities for a bit of retail therapy. We spend the afternoon at leisure enjoying the beautiful sea views and excursions this area has to offer. This evening we may be joined by some new faces that will be starting their tour here.
Includes:N/A
Overnight: Lodge

Day 9 DURBAN [B]
Our tour ends after breakfast from the lodge and we part ways having just experienced a trip of a lifetime!

Please note:
The distance and travel times quoted above are an estimate only, and subject to local road conditions and photo stops!

PRE & POST TOUR ACCOMMODATION:
This tour departs from Pretoria, South Africa, please make sure that you are there well ahead of time. This tour ends in Durban, South Africa.