5-Day Luxury Ivory Moon Safari – Fly in from Cape Town

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ZAR 36,295 single

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Starting from:

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ZAR 36,295 single

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Enjoy an intimate 4-star luxury bush lodge nestled in the vibrant Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, just two kilometers from Hoedspruit. This authentic, exclusive lodge welcomes a maximum of 8 guests, offering a private escape into the heart of the African wilderness.

Surrounded by a thriving ecosystem, you’ll encounter giraffes, zebras, impala, kudu, wildebeest, warthogs, and elusive leopards roaming the estate. As night descends, the eerie calls of hyenas echo through the air, amplifying the thrill of the bush. Gather around a crackling fire under a starlit sky, where playful bush babies dart through the trees and curious porcupines wander nearby, bringing the raw magic of the wild to life.

Enjoy an intimate 4-star luxury bush lodge nestled in the vibrant Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, just two kilometers from Hoedspruit. This authentic, exclusive lodge welcomes a maximum of 8 guests, offering a private escape into the heart of the African wilderness.

Surrounded by a thriving ecosystem, you’ll encounter giraffes, zebras, impala, kudu, wildebeest, warthogs, and elusive leopards roaming the estate. As night descends, the eerie calls of hyenas echo through the air, amplifying the thrill of the bush. Gather around a crackling fire under a starlit sky, where playful bush babies dart through the trees and curious porcupines wander nearby, bringing the raw magic of the wild to life.

Highlights

  • Kruger National Park
  • Panorama Route (Drakensberg Mountains, Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and God’s Window)
  • Blue Canyon Reserve
  • Night Drive Adventure
  • Morning Bushwalk

Included

  • Flight from Cape Town to Hoedspruit Airport (quoted at a fixed rate but may vary at time of booking)
  • Return transfers from Hoedspruit Airport to Ivory Moon Lodge and from Ivory Moon Lodge to OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, in a luxury vehicle
  • 4 nights at Ivory Moon Lodge (private bush suite accommodation)
  • Meals as specified: 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
  • 2 full-day Kruger open-vehicle safaris
  • 1 full-day Panorama Route tour (or additional Kruger safari, if pre-booked)
  • 1 three-hour sunset drive
  • 1 one-hour night drive in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
  • 1.5-hour guided morning bushwalk in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
  • Entrance and conservation fees for Kruger National Park and Blue Canyon Reserve
  • Services of expert guides and trackers
  • Local wines, beers, and sodas at the lodge

Excluded

  • Flight back to Cape Town, available at additional cost
  • Lunches on Days 2, 3, 4, and 5
  • Beverages
  • Gratuities for guides, trackers, and lodge staff
  • Optional 3-hour sunrise safari in a Big 5 private reserve on Day 5 (additional cost)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Travel insurance
  • Spirits, hard liquors, imported drinks, and other beverages

Itinerary

Day 1 : Ivory Moon Arrival & First Safari

Take a morning flight from Cape Town to Hoedspruit Airport, (flight included, quoted at a fixed rate but may vary at time of booking). Upon arrival, transfer to Ivory Moon Lodge and check into your luxurious accommodation. Enjoy a delicious lunch at 13:30. At 15:00, set out on a 3-hour sunset drive in Blue Canyon Reserve with sundowners and snacks. Return to Ivory Moon Lodge between 19:00–19:30 for dinner. Overnight: Ivory Moon Lodge (lunch and dinner included).

Day 2 : Full Day Kruger National Park Safari

05:00: Depart for a full-day safari in Kruger National Park’s Orpen Satara area, renowned for high lion concentrations and Big 5 sightings (bottled water and packed breakfast provided). Afternoon: Return to Ivory Moon Lodge for a restful evening and dinner. Overnight: Ivory Moon Lodge (breakfast and dinner included).

Day 3 : Full Day Panorama Route or Kruger Adventure

08:20–08:40: Depart for a full-day Panorama Route tour, where you will be thrilled by the awe-inspiring Drakensberg escarpment, cascading waterfalls, and breathtaking vistas of Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and God’s Window.

16:30: Return to the lodge and unwind around a crackling fire as the sun sets over the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate.
18:30: Savor an early dinner, featuring authentic South African cuisine.
19:30: Set out on a 1-hour night drive through the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate in an open safari vehicle equipped with a highpowered spotlight, illuminating the African night. This thrilling experience brings the magic of the African night to life.
21:00: Return to the lodge for one last toast around the fire.
Overnight: Ivory Moon Lodge (breakfast and dinner included).

Option: Guests may opt to swap the Panorama Route tour for an additional full-day Kruger National Park safari to pursue more Big 5 sightings (subject to availability, no extra cost). This must be booked in advance—please inform us at the time of reservation to secure your preference.

Day 4 : Full Day Kruger National Park Adventure

05:00: Depart for an additional full-day safari in Kruger National Park’s Orpen Satara area, renowned for high lion concentrations and Big 5 sightings (bottled water and packed breakfast provided). Afternoon: Return to the lodge for a restful evening and dinner. Overnight: Ivory Moon Lodge (breakfast and dinner included).

Day 5 : Final Bushwalk & Return to Johannesburg

06:00: Kick off your final day with a 1.5-hour guided bushwalk in the Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. Led by expert guides, this thrilling adventure lets you explore the bush on foot.
07:30: Return to the lodge for a final delicious breakfast on the viewing deck, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the bush, offering a moment to reflect on your extraordinary safari journey.
10:30: Check out from the lodge and transfer to OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, arriving around 17:00– 18:00.

Option: For guests preferring to fly back to Cape Town, flights can be arranged at an additional cost—please contact us in advance to organize. Breakfast included.

Option: Guests may opt to replace the bushwalk with a 3-hour sunrise safari in a Big 5 private reserve, arranged at an additional cost—please contact us in advance to organize.

Important Information

Cost : 

From R29 295 per person sharing
From R36 295 per single traveller
From R21 295 per child under 12yrs

Itinerary

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ZAR 29,295 sharing

ZAR 36,295 single

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ZAR 36,295 single

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