Wild and Scenic Mpumalanga

Johannesburg to Johannesburg

Day 01
Depart Johannesburg and travel via the historic towns of Dullstroom, Lydenburg and over the Abel Erasmus Pass. After passing through the J.G. Strijdom Tunnel, marvel at the mountainous scenery whilst passing through a homeland, formerly known as Lebowa. Continue to your private game lodge, near the Kruger National Park. Arrive in time for afternoon tea, followed by your evening game drive in an open safari vehicle. Return to the lodge for a diverse array of eclectic cuisine.
Makalali Private Game Reserve or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis + 1 game viewing activity

Day 02
Early morning bush walk, where you will have the opportunity to learn about the smaller species of Africa's animal kingdom. After breakfast, continue to the world famous Kruger National Park. Spend the remainder of the day viewing the 'Big Five', general game and prolific bird life. After a late afternoon arrival at the safari hotel, dinner will be served in a traditional African Boma (weather permitting).
Protea Hotel Kruger Gate or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis + 2 game viewing activities

Day 03
Early morning game drive in the Kruger National Park. An open safari vehicle is available as an optional extra. After returning to the hotel for breakfast, travel via Kowyn's Pass to Graskop. Explore the breathtaking Panorama Route featuring the Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondawels, Bourke's Luck Potholes, God's Window and various waterfalls. Continue with a short visit to the historic town of Pilgrim's Rest, Mac Mac waterfalls and Sabie. A superb meal completes the day.
Lone Creek River Lodge (Timber Cottages) or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis

Day 04
After a hearty breakfast on the verandah overlooking the Sabie River, our journey to Johannesburg begins with a visit to the Lone Creek waterfalls and the small town of Sabie. Travel over the historical Long Tom Pass to the towns of Lydenburg, Dullstroom and Witbank. Our tour ends with drop off at hotel or at Johannesburg International Airport.

AT A GLANCE

Accommodation
- 4 Star hotels and private game lodges

Flights
- No flights

Driver / Guide
- Services of SA Tourism registered driver/guides throughout the tour
- Wildlife viewing with an experienced local guide/ranger and tracker

Main Attractions
- Panorama Route featuring Pilgrim s Rest, Blyde River Canyon, Bourke s Luck Potholes, God s Window, Three Rondavels and various waterfalls
- World famous Kruger National Park, rich in fauna and flora, with game viewing in open safari vehicles