4 Day Private Kruger and Panorama Luxury Safari

Day 1: Transfer and Full Day Panorama Tour

After a bright and early 7:00 am pick up in the city of Johannesburg, we take to the roads, heading east toward the sunlit province of Mpumalanga, where lush valleys, and mountain passes lead us to the world-famous Panorama Route.

En route, we’ll stop in one of the small Highveld towns for lunch (own account), giving you time to fuel up and stretch your legs.

We’ll trace the edge of the Blyde River Canyon, a sweeping 40 km stretch of emerald-green slopes, and canyon cliffs. While gazing at the canyon, at one of the lookout points you’ll stand before the iconic Three Rondavels, ancient rock formations that are uniquely shaped like traditional African huts.

We’ll also visit God’s Window, where the earth falls away in a knee-trembling 1 000-metre drop, revealing panoramic views that seem to roll on forever. On a clear day, you can even glimpse the distant plains of the Kruger. We’ll also stop at Bourke’s Luck Potholes and the Lisbon Falls.

By late afternoon, as the Lowveld air cools off and the sun starts to set, we’ll arrive at the beautiful lodge in Hazyview. You’ll have time to check in, and get settled in your room before dinner, which will be served at the lodge.

Main Destination: Panorama Route

Best Time to Visit April to November 

Accommodation

Umbhaba Eco Lodge

Meals and Drinks

Lunch and Dinner (Breakfast not included)
Mineral Water

Day 2: Private Full Day Open Vehicle Safari in the Kruger National Park

With the smell of coffee lingering in the air and the sky just lightly brushed by the pale first light of dawn, we set out for a full day in the Kruger National Park.

After a short drive to the gates, your guide will lead you into the park. They’ll read the land, look for wildlife tracks and try to see even the slightest movement in the bush, all to give you the best wildlife sightings.

Early morning is the ideal time for spotting predators, so keep your camera ready as lions, leopards, and hyenas are often on the move before the day really heats up.

Breakfast packs will be provided by the lodge, and after about 3 hours of safari, we’ll stop at a rest camp or picnic spot for breakfast, a cup of fresh coffee, and a walk around, to refresh your legs.

Then it’s back to the vehicle as we travel through the various interesting eco-zones that make up the Southern Kruger.

Lunch will be enjoyed at one of the Kruger’s rest camps (at your own expense), where you can also browse locally made curios, grab an ice-cold drink, and explore the camp.

Afterward, we’ll meander slowly back toward the lodge, keeping an eye out for late afternoon sightings along the way.

By mid-afternoon , around 15:30 to 16:00, we will return to Hazyview, where the pool, a cool drink, and dinner await.

Main Destination: Southern Kruger National Park

Best Time to Visit April to November

Accommodation

Umbhaba Eco Lodge

Meals and Drinks

Breakfast & Dinner (lunch not included)

Day 3: Private Morning Safari and Night Safari

Another dawn wake up and another day spent exploring the Kruger and its wild inhabitants.

Today’s early morning safari takes us even deeper into the Southern reaches of the Kruger National Park, with your guide looking for animals you might have missed before.

Along with predators, the park is home to 148 species of mammals and more than 500 bird species, so there’s always something extraordinary waiting just around the bend.

After a few hours of driving the gravel and dirt roads, we’ll stop for a light breakfast and a steaming cup of coffee at one of the Kruger’s scenic rest camps.

Then we’ll continue our journey, winding through riverine forests, woodlands, and open savannah before we return to the lodge around 11:00 am.

Lunch will be served on the terrace, followed by an afternoon that you can spend swimming, relaxing, and enjoying the sights and sounds of the lodge.

By 15:45 pm, we head back in the park for a sunset and night safari, a spellbinding three-hour drive that treats you to sights of the Kruger at its most atmospheric.

As the daylight begins to fade away, the park’s nocturnal life begins to come out. During a sunset drive you might catch a glimpse of bush babies leaping between trees, hyenas calling in the distance, and perhaps, if luck is on your side, you could see the glint of the eyes of a lion or leopard.

If you want a longer night game drive, you should plan your safari for winter.

We’ll return to the lodge at around 20:00 pm, where you can sit down to a scrumptious dinner.

Main Destination: Southern Kruger

Best Time to Visit April to November 

Accommodation

Umbhaba Eco Lodge

Meals and Drinks

Breakfast & Dinner (lunch not included)

Day 4: Private Transfer Back to Johannesburg

The day is off to a slower start, with an unhurried breakfast at 8:00 am after which you’ll check out of the lodge and begin the journey to Johannesburg, this time following the scenic N4 Highway.

We’ll stop a few times along the way, grabbing refreshments before we continue on towards the city.

By early afternoon, between 13:00 and 14:00 pm, we’ll arrive back at your drop-off point within a 5 km radius of OR Tambo International Airport.

To ensure a smooth journey home, please plan your flights for after 16:00 pm. This way you’ll allow plenty of time for any unforeseen delays.

Main Destination: Southern Kruger National Park

Best Time to Visit April to November 

Accommodation

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Meals and Drinks

Breakfast

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End of tour

Guests departing from OR Tambo International on their final day are kindly advised to schedule domestic flights no earlier than 20:00 and international flights no earlier than 21:00. Drop-off will be arranged either at the airport itself or at accommodation located within a 5 km radius.

Rates

R 25 520 Per Person Sharing

R 24 250 Per Person (Single Supplement)

Conservation fees 1st Nov 2024 till 31st Oct 2025
International: R535.00 pp & child u/12 yrs. R268.00
SA Locals: R128.00 pp & child u/12 yrs. R64.00
SADC: R268.00 pp & child u/12 yrs. R128.00

Please note that conservation fees are not included in the safari price and should be paid separately.

• Children 11 years and below sharing with Parents less 25%.
• Min age 4 years
• Min 4 clients

Inclusions

1 Professional Safari Guide for a Sunset/Night Safari
1 full-day open vehicle safari in Kruger National Park
 1 morning safari in an open vehicle in Kruger Park (half-day)
 1 full-day Panorama Safari in a closed vehicle
 Transfers to and from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
 3 nights of accommodation in Hazyview
 3 breakfasts
 3 dinners
 Conservation levies and entry fees for four days
 One lunch provided on Day 1 
Complimentary mineral water available on all drives

Exclusions

All Meals & Beverages not specified in Itinerary.
 Items of personal nature 
 Gratuities 

Getting There

• We depart for the Kruger from Johannesburg at 7:15 am.
• Clients are collected from various lodges and hotels within a 5 km radius of the OR Tambo International Airport between 6:30 am and 6:45 am, or from the OR Tambo International Airport shuttle and bus terminal between 6:45 and 7:00 am.
• Clients flying into Nelspruit (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport) will be transferred to their lodge in Hazyview at no additional cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts cannot be arranged.
• Please confirm your pickup details the day before the tour, by sending an email to online@kurtsafari.com.
• Please note that these are shared departures.

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