5 Day Kruger Park Classic Safari Tour

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The 5 day Classic Kruger National Park safari tour is an ideal option for travellers who want to experience the wonders of South Africa’s iconic national park and its incredible animals and birds, including the famous Big 5. The Kruger National Park is the most thrilling African safari destination in South Africa. It is well-known for its amazing biodiversity as well as the rich cultural history and also provides an amazing experience of an outstanding wilderness region that is part of the internationally designated Kruger2Canyons UNESCO Man and Biosphere Reserve. The 5 day Kruger Park Classic Safari tour provides an adventure to find Africa’s Big Five: Elephant, Lion, Rhino, Leopard, and Buffalo.

The 5 day Classic Kruger National Park safari tour is an ideal option for travellers who want to experience the wonders of South Africa’s iconic national park and its incredible animals and birds, including the famous Big 5. The Kruger National Park is the most thrilling African safari destination in South Africa. It is well-known for its amazing biodiversity as well as the rich cultural history and also provides an amazing experience of an outstanding wilderness region that is part of the internationally designated Kruger2Canyons UNESCO Man and Biosphere Reserve. The 5 day Kruger Park Classic Safari tour provides an adventure to find Africa’s Big Five: Elephant, Lion, Rhino, Leopard, and Buffalo.

Highlights

  • 1x sunrise open-vehicle safari drive (3hrs)
  • 1x sunset open-vehicle safari drive (3hrs)
  • 3x full day open-vehicle safari drives (7hrs each)

Included

  • Transfers from OR Tambo International Airport to Kruger National Park and back in a luxury airconditioned vehicle
  • Kruger National Park entrance/conservation fees
  • 4 nights’ accommodation in an ensuite chalet at a SANParks rest camp
  • Game drives & meals as per itinerary

Excluded

  • All purchases of a personal nature
  • Gratuities
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary

Itinerary

Day 1 - Johannesburg - Kruger National Park

We depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport bus terminal by 07:00 for your transfer to Hazyview. It is a 5-6 hour drive and you will stop for lunch (for your own expense) en route. From Hazyview you get into an open safari vehicle and do a late afternoon safari drive into the park after which you are checked into your accommodation. Dinner is served under the stars at your private camp. You spend the night in your chalet and your package includes dinner.

Day 2-4 - Kruger National Park - Johannesburg

After an early wake-up call each day, there is time for tea or coffee and rusks before departing for a full day open vehicle safari drive from about 06:00 to 15:30.Brunches are included along your route and your guide will also stop during the course of each day for you to purchase more refreshments. After some relaxation or an optional extra activity back at the camp, dinner is served under the stars at our private camp within the rest camp. You spend all four nights in your chalet and your package includes hot beverages and rusks, the light brunches and three-course dinners.

Day 5 - Kruger National Park - Johannesburg

You wake up early again, pack up and depart on a morning safari drive in the open vehicle. Breakfast is included along route in the park before you are dropped off in Hazyview and get into the transfer vehicle back to Johannesburg. You should arrive in Johannesburg between 17:30 and 18:00, depending on late-afternoon traffic. Your package includes hot beverages and rusks, breakfast and transfer.

Return

Important Information

*Single supplement may apply

Guests are collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport between 7:00 and 7:30. Collections from any other Johannesburg hotels or addresses are possible at additional rates.

Guests are dropped off at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport around 17:00, other hotels or addresses can be arranged at additional rates.

MoAfrika Tours and its service providers provide cost-effective transfers for groups of 2 – 12 people per vehicle; please let us know if you prefer a private tour (additional rates may apply).

Keep in mind that if you plan to fly out of OR Tambo International Airport on the last day of the safari tour, we recommend booking a domestic flight no earlier than 19:30 and an international flight no earlier than 21:00.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the 5-day classic Kruger safari package?

The 5-day classic Kruger safari package typically includes transportation from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park, accommodation in a comfortable safari lodge or tent, all meals, and guided game drives in open safari vehicles. The package may also include park entrance fees and other activities, such as bush walks or night drives.

What is the best time of year to go on a 5-day classic Kruger safari?

The best time to go on a 5-day classic Kruger safari depends on your interests and preferences. The dry winter months (May to September) are typically the best time for game viewing, as the animals tend to gather around water sources and are easier to spot in the dry vegetation. However, the summer months (October to April) offer lush greenery, bird-watching opportunities, and the chance to see baby animals.

What kind of animals can you expect to see on a 5-day classic Kruger safari?

Kruger National Park is home to a wide variety of animals, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and rhino), as well as other predators like cheetahs and wild dogs. You may also see giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of antelope species. The park is also home to over 500 bird species, making it a great destination for birdwatchers. However, the exact animals you will see on your safari can vary depending on factors such as season, weather, and luck.

Itinerary

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