- Wildlife Discovery (6 Days)
- Kruger Explorer (4 Days)
- Kruger-Zululand Explorer (6 Days)
- Pilanesberg Getaway (3 Days)
These expeditions are available as a pre/post conference
tour or for groups with a minimum of 8 persons. Rates
and fly-in options are available on request.
Wildlife Discovery (6 Days)
Day 1: Blydepoort Canyon
Departing from Johannesburg, we travel across the Highveld
towards the scenic Mpumalanga. Enjoy lunch at Pilgrim's
Rest, an old mining village, visit God’s Window
with a spectacular view over the Lowveld, and the fascinating
Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Overnight at a resort
in the Blydepoort area, overlooking the Blyde River
Canyon, in comfortable chalets.
Day 2: Mpumalanga
We visit a wildlife refuge where guests have the opportunity
for close-up encounters with wildlife, and in the afternoon
enjoy a sunset cruise on the spectacular Blyde Dam.
The evening ends with a bush barbeque under the stars
in a traditional boma. Overnight at a resort in comfortable
chalets.
Day 3: Kruger National Park
Depart for Kruger National Park, entering through Orpen
Gate. This is spectacular wilderness area and we enjoy
game viewing en route to our camp. Besides the “Big
Five” a host of other mammal and bird species
make game viewing in the Kruger National Park an incredible
experience. We head for Letaba camp, and enjoy a night
drive in the evening with the opportunity to view predators
and nocturnal animals. Accommodation in comfortable
chalets.
Day
4: Kruger National Park
Heading south we enjoy viewing the variety of wildlife
en route to our next camp. Enjoy a lovely bush breakfast
on the banks of a river, while watching animals coming
to drink. The night is spent at Skukuza camp in comfortable
chalets.
Day 5: Shangaan cultural village
Leaving the Kruger Park behind we visit a traditional
Shangaan village to meet with the local people and learn
about their unique culture and proud heritage. We enjoy
an evening festival in the kraal, including a traditional
dinner and dancing. Accommodation in a lodge in the
area.
Day 6: Departure
Depart for Johannesburg after breakfast, arriving in
the early afternoon.
Kruger Explorer (4 Days)
Day 1
Depart from Johannesburg for the Kruger National Park.
Settle into luxurious Jock Safari Lodge, which incorporates
the romance and elegance of the past colonial era, and
reflects in its unique style the indigenous Zulu and
Shangaan cultures. Sightings of animals including the
Big Five can be seen while relaxing around the rock
pool or from the comfort and privacy of your own room.
This luxury lodge incorporates the romance and elegance
of the past colonial era, and reflects in its unique
style the indigenous Zulu and Shangaan cultures. Luxury
air conditioned suites, each with their own private
sala overlook the river as do the romantic bathrooms
and outdoor showers.
Day 2-3
The Kruger Park offers some of the best game viewing
available in Africa and Jock Safari Lodge is situated
in one of the best game viewing areas of the park. Game
drives in open landrovers, with our professional team
of game rangers, offer guests the thrill of close encounters
with Africa’s Big Five. Walking safaris, birding
safaris and guided historical tours will take you along
the paths of legend and mystery. Interpret the signs,
sounds and scents of wild animals in this unspoilt wilderness.
Day 4
Depart for Johannesburg after a leisurely breakfast,
to arrive in the afternoon. (B)
Kruger-Zululand Explorer (6 Days)
Day 1: Kruger National Park
Depart from Johannesburg for the Kruger National Park.
Settle into luxurious Jock Safari Lodge, which incorporates
the romance and elegance of the past colonial era, and
reflects in its unique style the indigenous Zulu and
Shangaan cultures. Sightings of animals including the
Big Five can be seen while relaxing around the rock
pool or from the comfort and privacy of your own room.
This luxury lodge incorporates the romance and elegance
of the past colonial era, and reflects in its unique
style the indigenous Zulu and Shangaan cultures. Luxury
air conditioned suites, each with their own private
sala overlook the river as do the romantic bathrooms
and outdoor showers.
Day 2: Kruger National Park
The Kruger Park offers some of the best game viewing
available in Africa and Jock Safari Lodge is situated
in one of the best game viewing areas of the park. Game
drives in open landrovers, with our professional team
of game rangers, offer guests the thrill of close encounters
with Africa’s Big Five. Walking safaris, birding
safaris and guided historical tours will take you along
the paths of legend and mystery. Interpret the signs,
sounds and scents of wild animals in this unspoilt wilderness.
Day 3: Royal Swazi Valley
Leaving the Kruger National Park behind, we travel south
towards Swaziland. The Royal Kingdom of Swaziland has
a history of tradition and culture that pervades the
land and infuses the Valley. The Royal Swazi Sun Resort
nestles in the Ezulwini Valley and the infusion of royal
custom and quality reigns. The warmth of the noble Swazi
people is illustrated by their amiable welcome. This
is a land of tranquil beauty and after checking into
the Royal Swazi Sun, guests are at leisure to visit
a local cultural village, lounge round the pool, or
enjoy a round of golf at the Royal Swazi Country Club.
Day 4: Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Nature Reserve
Set in the heart of Zululand, the oldest game reserve
in Africa where Zulu kings such as Dingiswayo and Shaka
hunted and put in place the first conservation laws,
where today the "big five" of African legend
stalk the verdant savannah. The award-winning Hilltop
Camp, our home for the night, on the summit of a forested
hill offers fine views of the surrounding countryside.
A sunset game drive or sundowners on the deck overlooking
the valley, the choice is yours.
Day 5: Zulu cultural village
After breakfast we depart for Kwabhekitunga Zulu village,
where guests are accommodated in comfortable chalets
built in a traditional style. Learn about the fascinating
culture and proud heritage of the Zulu people, ending
the tour with a superb traditional dinner under the
stars while enjoying Zulu dancing.
Day 6: Drop-off in Durban
Departing after breakfast, we end the tour at Durban
International Airport.
Pilanesberg Getaway (3 Days)
Day 1: Pilanesberg
Departing from Johannesburg, travel to Pilanesberg National
Park. After checking into luxurious Bakubung Lodge,
a sunset game drive is enjoyed with the opportunity
to view the Big Five.
Day 2: Pilanesberg, Sun City
Depart on an early morning game drive, returning to
a magnificent breakfast. For the keen golfer, a round
on one of the spectacular courses in the Sun City complex
can be arranged. After relaxing on the sundeck or round
the swimming pool, an afternoon game drive is offered.
The evening is spent at leisure, with the option of
exploring the Sun City complex to enjoy the gaming and
breathtaking entertainment on offer.
Day 3: Departure
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, we
depart for Johannesburg.