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14 Day South African Wildlife Tour


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An African Experience second to none awaits you on this magnificent tour. Visiting various National Parks, Game Reserves and the World Renowned Kruger National Park, will give you a satisfying Game Viewing experience. A once in a Lifetime Boat Cruise on the Olifants River, viewing Game drinking from the water, is set to be a highlight. Natural Wonders like Bourkes Luck, Gods Window and the 3 Rondavels showcases the Natural beauty of South Africa. The little historical Town of Pilgrims Rest will transport you back to a forgotten time of Gold Mining. A quick stopover in Mozambique and Swaziland will give a quick overview of other African Cultures. Last but definitely not the least is the St Lucia Estuary tour that will take your breath away.


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Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Johannesburg

 
Arrival Johannesburg / Hotel.
Airport Transfer

Meet your Afrilux Touring Solutions representative at O.R.Tambo International. Transfer to Pilansberg National Park.

Sightseeing

On your way to Pilansberg you can do a quick orientation tour of Pretoria, (if time permit).

Safari

An Afternoon Game drive at Pilansberg Lodge.

Hotel

Overnight at a Pilansberg Lodge. BBLD


Day 2 - Sun City

 
Pilansberg nature reserve/Sun city.
Safari

An early wake up call and coffee will prepare you for an early game drive through Pilanesberg nature reserve. You will experience a beautiful sunrise over Africa combined to a Game viewing experience that is second to none.

Food and Dining

Return to lodge for a scrumptious breakfast.

Relaxation

After breakfast transfer to Sun City where you will spend the day at leisure.

Hotel

Transfer back to Pilansberg Lodge. Overnight at a Pilansberg Lodge. BBLD


Day 3 - South Africa

 
Limpopo Province.
Safari

If required you can go on another early morning Game Drive.

Bus

After early breakfast check out of hotel and transfer to the Limpopo province.

Relaxation

Spend rest of day at leisure by walking in the tropical gardens surrounding the Lodge, spend time in the beauty salon or relax beside the pool with its sunken bar.

Hotel

Overnight at lodge in the Limpopo Province. BB


Day 4 - South Africa

 
Limpopo Province.
Sightseeing

After breakfast, depart for the subtropical rolling Hills of Tzaneen. This area is famous for its citrus farms and tea plantations.

Sightseeing

You will also visit a crocodile farm, Debengeni waterfalls and a giant baobab tree that is over 2000 years old.

Hotel

Return to lodge. Overnight at lodge in the Limpopo Province. BB.


Day 5 - South Africa

 
Limpopo Province.
River, Barge or Yacht Cruise

Today you will go on a river safari cruise on the Olifants River with specially designed boats.

Safari

On this Safari you will be able to view hippo and crocodile in their natural habitat up close. You may also spot a variety of game coming down to the river for a drink. This safari is also ideal for bird lovers, because the birdlife are abundant and very spectacular. BB


Day 6 - South Africa

 
Limpopo Province.
National Parks

Today you will spend the whole day in the world renowned Kruger National Park. You will be able to view a large variety of game, birds, habitats, waterholes and scenic spots.

Hotel

You will return to the lodge satisfied and with memories that will stay with you for a long time to come. Overnight at your hotel or lodge in the Limpopo Province. BBL


Day 7 - Hoedspruit

 
Limpopo Province.
Bus

Today after breakfast and check out of your hotel or lodge you transfer to a game lodge near Hoedspruit.

Sightseeing

On your way to your lodge visit the Kapama Research Centre. The Kapama Research centre is one of the leading research and breeding facilities for endangered species in South Africa.

Safari

Depends on your arrival time at your lodge, a late lunch and a late afternoon game drive on an open safari vehicle with an experienced field guide and a Shangaan tracker from the reserve.

Hotel

Overnight at lodge at Hoedspruit. BBLD


Day 8 - Hoedspruit

 
Limpopo Province.
Safari

After an early morning game drive, return to lodge for breakfast.

Relaxation

Relax rest of the day at the lodge.

Safari

If like you can go on a bush walk during the day to experience nature in a more personal way. That afternoon you can go on another game drive of the reserve.

Hotel

Overnight at lodge at Hoedspruit. BBLD


Day 9 - Hazyview

 
Mpumalanga Province.
Bus

After breakfast check out of your lodge and transfer to Hazyveiw in the Mpumalanga Province.

Sightseeing

On your way visit the beautiful Panorama route, visit Three Rondavels, Bourke Luck potholes, God’s window and the beautiful and historical mining town of Pilgrim’s rest.

Hotel

Overnight at your hotel/lodge at Hazyveiw. BBD


Day 10 - Hazyview

 
Mpumalanga/Mozambique.
Bus

After Breakfast depart for Mozambique.

Sightseeing

Mozambique is a diverse, almost undiscovered holiday destination. There is lots to see and do, from stunning beaches and beautiful colonial architecture to colorful local culture. Border Post opens at 6 AM and closes at 10pm. Visit the beaches and/or Railway Station and the Statue of the Woman Warrior.

Hotel

Depart back to Hazyview for overnight stay. Overnight Hazyview Lodge. BBD


Day 11 - Swaziland

 
Hazyview lodge/Swaziland.
Bus

Breakfast and check out of Lodge. Depart to the Kingdom of Swaziland, the smallest country in Africa.

Sightseeing

At the border post, enjoy a visit to the Matsamo Cultural Village for a showcase of Swazi culture performed by the young people of the village.

Arts, Crafts and Antiques

After the Cultural village, visit the Ngwenya Glass Works to see master craftsmen fusion collectable art out of molten glass. Ngwenya meaning crocodile in Swazi.

Hotel

Overnight Swaziland Lodge. BBD


Day 12 - Swaziland

 
Swaziland/Matubatuba.
Sightseeing

After breakfast, move out of lodge. Visit the craft markets in Ezulwini Valley and the Candle Factory.

Bus

Depart for St Lucia.

Hotel

Overnight lodge at Matubatuba. BB


Day 13 - St. Lucia

 
Matubatuba/St Lucia.
Safari

Today you will visit the Hluhuwe – Umfolozi Game Reserve. Enjoy a Game Drive in your closed vehicle through the park.

River, Barge or Yacht Cruise

Continue to St Lucia where you embark on a cruise on the St Lucia Estuary.

Hotel

Return to Lodge for overnight. Overnight Lodge Matubatuba. BB


Day 14 - Durban

 
Matubatuba/Durban.
Bus

After breakfast, move out of Guest Lodge. Drive to Durban.

Beach

Enjoy walking on the beach or do some last minute shopping in one of the malls. Spend day at leisure.

Hotel

Overnight at Durban Hotel. BB


Day 15 - Durban

 
Airport Transfer

After breakfast, check out of Hotel. Depart for Airport. Drop off Car at Airport.


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