The South African Bush and Beach Safari

“5 Paws”

This customized safari has daily departures with the itinerary covering many of South Africa’s wildlife and cultural highlights. The world-famous Kruger National Park and surrounding private game reserves combine superbly with the best of KwaZulu Natal’s reserves to create a highlight of South African wildlife experiences.

Days 1 and 2: The Kruger Park and the private game reserves

Guests are transferred from either Eastgate or Primkop Airports in Mpumalanga Province for one o fhte private game reserves next to or within Kruger National Park. The private lodges you can choose from include, amongst others: Mala Mala, Kirkman’s Kamp, Harry’s Huts, Londolozi, Singita, Sabi Sabi, Leopard Hills, Simbambili, Djuma, Ngala, Kings Camp, Tanda Tula, or Thornybush. The lodges take pride in their “Big 5” sightings on private land in open 4x4s.

Days 3 and 4: Ndumo Game Reserve—KwaZulu Natal

After an early morning game drive, guests are transferred by Sfofane Air to Ndumo Wilderness Camp, about an hour’s flight southwards. This park in northern Zululand contrats markedly with the Kruger area in terms of scenery, wildlife (especially black Rhino) and vegetation, and is famous for its superb birding.

Day 5, 6, and 7: The Greater St Lucia Wetland Park—Rocktail Bay Lodge

Today you are transferred to the Maputaland Coastal Forest Reserve and to Rocktail Bay Lodge. This, too, is a great contrast to the other parks visited. With about 40km of undeveloped coastline, Rocktail is possibly Southern Africa’s best-kept secret and offers incredible walks, snorkeling and world-class SCUBA diving. Leatherback and Loggerhead Turtle watching takes place from mid October to mid March.

Day 8: Safari Ends

You depart Rocktail Bay with Sefofane Air or by road for Richards Bay to connect with your onward flight. Recommended add-ons include Phinda Game Reserve, or chartering directly to the KwaZulu Natal Battlefields. Our favourite area is the Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift. Visiting the battlefields is one of the highlights of any South African itinerary, enabling guests to experience enthralling Zulu and Anglo/Boer history and culture. Cape Town and the Cape are also popular add on destinations.



For more information about this and other parts of a South African safari experience, please contact us. Our experienced team will help you build the perfect safari pacakge.

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