Close Encounters

7 Day Big 5 Kruger Safari Experience

Are you tired of isolation? Let’s Go and discover a different form of isolation in the wilderness of the Kruger National Park. South Africa has unmasked itself and is waiting to welcome you to the BIG 5 country.

View the lions, leopards, buffalo, elephants, and rhino living freely in their natural environment. Nothing comes close to experiencing the raw power of the lion hunt, the sheer bulk and force of the rhino, the delicacy and grace of the leopard, the supreme confidence of a herd of elephants and the adrenalin racing charge of the African buffalo.

The Guided Safari Game drives in the Kruger National Park and close up encounters with the wildlife and animals is an experience not to be missed. The warm and welcoming environment at the Lodges will ensure you have a unique and memorable Safari Tour.

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Travelling solo $2,999

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Tour information

Group size: The Safari is not a group tour and the maximum permitted passengers per safari vehicle while on safari is 9 passengers. You will be joined by other guests of the Lodge for the guided safari game drives.

Payments : The booking fee of $35 will be invoiced to you on the booking date.

Pricing: All pricing is based in AUD (Australian Dollar)

20twenty plus will invoice you for the deposit of $699 once we are satisfied with the terms and conditions of international travel from Australia and your destinations.

The final balance payment will be invoiced to you 120 days prior to your travel date.

Credit or debit card payments must be paid via BPAY or EFT and your client reference number will be on all invoices. The payment method will save you on any credit card fees.

Destination Information : Please refer to the itinerary and website for general information on the destinations you will be visiting.

Day 1 - Depart Australia

Depart Australia today to begin your South African safari!

Day 2 - Overnight in Johannesburg

On arrival at Johannesburg Airport, proceed to the collection point (approximately 30 meters from the exit of the airport) for your transfer to your hotel, D’ Oreale Grande for your overnight stay in Johannesburg. The hotel provides a complimentary return airport shuttle service. Relax and unwind from your flight.

Accommodation and meals: D’Oreale Grande (B)

Day 3 - Arrive Kruger

After breakfast, the hotel’s airport shuttle service will provide you the transfer to the airport for your connecting flight to Nelspruit Airport – please book the departure time at the hotel reception. Upon arrival at Nelspruit, you will be met by a representative of your lodge and transferred to your luxury accommodation. After check-in, relax and enjoy the day at your leisure in the tranquil environment. Later this evening, enjoy a 3-course dinner to round off the day.

Accommodation and meals: Royal Kruger Lodge or Maqueda Lodge (D)

Day 4 - Kruger

Today, start with an early morning game drive in the Kruger National Park. Ensure you bring your camera along as you will be spotting the BIG 5 in their natural environment. The abundance of species you will see will be an experience of a lifetime. Get up close to the animals in your specialised safari vehicle lead by an expert guide. The game drive is approximately 6-8 hours. Later this evening, enjoy a sumptuous 3 course dinner while swapping stories of your animal encounters earlier that day.

Accommodation and meals: Royal Kruger Lodge or Maqueda Lodge (B, D)

Day 5 - Kruger

Today is a free day. After breakfast, you may simply wish to relax and unwind from the previous days safaris or partake in an optional excursion to Swaziland or the Panoramic Day tour.

Please see optional extras below.

Accommodation: Maqueda Lodge or Royal Kruger Lodge (B, D)

Day 6 - Kruger

Rise early again today for your second game drive in the Kruger National Park – you might spot animals you missed on the first game drive and encounter different experiences. Nothing comes close to experiencing the raw power of the lion hunt, the sheer bulk and force of the rhino, the delicacy and grace of the leopard, the supreme confidence of a herd of elephants and the adrenalin racing charge of the African buffalo.

Accommodation: Royal Kruger Lodge or Maqueda Lodge (B,D)

Day 7 - Depart Kruger - Australia

What an amazing experience! We hope you enjoyed your time and discovered more than you had hoped for.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the nearby Nelspruit Airport for your return flight home. We hope to see you again soon.

What’s included

All domestic flights as per the itinerary

Meet and Greet services

Return airport and land transfers

2 x Guided Game Drives in the Kruger National Park

24 hour emergency contact services while on tour

Accommodation and Meals as per the itinerary

$50 Beverage voucher during your stay at the Kruger sector of the tour

Optional tours and activities

Panoramic Day Tour

The tour includes a visit to Blyde River Canyon, Gods Window and Bourkes Potholes which is a geological phenomenon. The Blyde River Canyon is the third deepest canyon in the world. Its scenery is unsurpassed, its vegetation is both varied and lush and provides a home to a rich selection of bird and wildlife. It ranks as one of the most spectacular sights in Africa. Cost: $285 per person

Swaziland Tour

After an early breakfast, you will visit a Swazi Village and gain insight to the Swazi culture and traditions. The tour includes an authentic African lunch, dancing, and an opportunity to interact with the local community.

Cost : $285 per person

Not included

International flights

Travel Insurance and Visas

Optional tours

Personal Expenses

Health and Vaccination Tests

Meals and activities not included in the itinerary

Accomodation

Maqueda Lodge

Maqueda Lodge is a family-owned boutique Safari Lodge situated in Marloth Park and borders the world-famous Kruger National Park. The location is approximately 20 minutes’ drive to the Kruger National Park Gate. In addition, The Lodge is ideally situated to enjoy day tours of the fascinating country of Swaziland as well as the famous Blyde River Canyon – part of the beautiful Panorama Route. Maqueda Lodge is surrounded by the natural beauty of the African bush. They often have non-human visitors to the lodge such as giraffe and zebra as Marloth Park is an area containing the general game.

Royal Kruger Lodge

This 4-star, privately owned game Lodge is renowned for its exceptional personal service and intimate atmosphere. Strongly influenced by traditional tribal and cultural building styles, which, in turn, reflect the African elements and environment. The result is a combination of natural materials that bring aesthetic beauty and function into perfect harmony. This is evident in the design of the Royal Kruger Lodge’s cool thatched roofing, open leisure areas that are ventilated with natural, fresh air, and rock and wood finishes.

D 'Oreale Grande

The 5 star D' oreale Grande has unsurpassed luxury coupled with state of the art facilities. Guests can dine at the Aurelias Restaurant and indulge their senses at Octavias Day Spa. The hotel is conveniently situated close to the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg with a FREE shuttle service operating every 20 minutes between 06h00 and 23h00 daily from the airport.

Travel dates

The Safari has no set departure date and you have a choice of your own travel dates. The tour is not a group tour and you will be joined by other guests while on Safari.

The tour date selected on the booking form is the tour commencement date and not the departure date from Australia.

2022

1 March – 15 November 2022

2023

20 January – 15 November 2023

Flights

International flights booked directly by clients must ensure the arrival date in Johannesburg coincides with the tour commencement date. International flight details must be provided to 20twenty plus or two months prior to your travel date.

Please indicate in the special request section of the booking form if you would like us to arrange the international flight and we will be in contact with you with the quote and flight details.

All domestic flights are included in your package and the e tickets will be emailed to you 1 month prior to your departure.

Check in time for international flights are 3 hours prior to departure. Please reconfirm flights with the airlines 24 hours prior to departure in the event of any schedule changes and we cannot contact you in time to advise you accordingly.

It is the passengers responsibility to ensure your passport has 6 months validity from return date.

Airfare are subject to increase without notice and are not guaranteed until paid.

Baggage allowance vary on domestic flights and the allowance is 20 kg for checked in luggage and 7 kg for carry – on luggage.

Please refer to the terms and conditions for flights that have been issued.

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Close Encounters

7 Day Big 5 Kruger Safari Experience

Are you tired of isolation? Let’s Go and discover a different form of isolation in the wilderness of the Kruger National Park. South Africa has unmasked itself and is waiting to welcome you to the BIG 5 country.

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