Overview
Experience a magnificent stay at the Radisson Safari Hotel in Hoedspruit, South Africa’s safari capital. The trip includes all meals and drinks. Experience a sunset safari at Pridelands in the Balule Private Nature Reserve, a full day in Kruger National Park, and a breathtaking panoramic tour of the Blyde River Canyon (with a boat trip). From seeing the Big Five to soaking in spectacular vistas, this package perfectly balances action and comfort for a memorable African safari.
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Johannesburg to Balule Private Nature Reserve
- Day 2: Full-Day Safari in Central Kruger National Park
- Day 3: Panorama Tour of the Blyde River Canyon and Boat Cruise on the Blyde Dam
- Day 4: Optional Sunrise Safari in the Pridelands & Transfer Back to Johannesburg
4-Day Kruger, Canyon, Boat Tour & Radisson Safari Hotel Itinerary
Depart from Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport and go to the Radisson Safari Hotel in Hoedspruit by shuttle. The Radisson Safari Hotel's exquisite mountain-view rooms have en-suite bathrooms, tea and coffee making amenities, and air conditioning. The lodge has Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, a bar, and a restaurant.
Prepare to be captivated by the romance of a sunset safari in the thick of Africa's wildness! This unique trip takes place on Pridelands, in the Balule Private Nature Reserve. As the sun sets over the savannah, your knowledgeable guide will bring you to see the various species, including the Big Five. You will be able to watch the sunset, sip a sunset, and relax in the bush. The adventure continues after dark, with the help of flashlights.
After the safari, return to the Radisson to have a scrumptious traditional South African supper in the hotel's luxurious setting.
Main destination: Balule Private Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger).
Accommodation: Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit
A full-day safari allows you to explore the beauty and animals of Kruger National Park. Your experience starts at Orpen Gate, where you will explore the wide savannah in search of the Big Five and other natural wildlife.
A trained guide will walk you through the park's many ecosystems, giving you the opportunity to see numerous creatures and birds in their natural settings.
After your investigations, you will have a lovely breakfast before resuming your safari. Throughout the day, you will have several opportunities to identify wildlife and snap photographs.
After that, you'll enjoy a leisurely lunch break in the park with stunning scenery. After lunch, you will continue your safari with a good chance of seeing the Big Five as well as giraffes, zebras, and a variety of birds.
In the late afternoon, you will return to your accommodation for supper, recalling an incredible day in the African wilderness.
Main destination: Central Kruger National Park.
Accommodation: Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit
On your third day, you will leave the Radisson Safari Hotel to visit the stunning Blyde River Canyon. This natural beauty is one of the world's biggest green canyons and a must-see for visitors to the Kruger Canyons area.
Your day will begin with a breathtaking drive to the Three Rondawels viewpoint and a visit to Bourke's Luck Potholes in the canyon. After exploring the potholes, you will go to a spectacular waterfall before eating lunch at one of the quaint local eateries.
After lunch, you may enjoy a boat tour on the Blyde Dam. This relaxing 90-minute cruise will take you to the Kadishi Tufa Waterfall and provide a unique view of the Three Rondawels from the river. You will then return to your lodging to unwind before the hotel's dinner service in the evening.
Main destination: Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve (Panoramic Route).
Accommodation: Radisson Safari Hotel, Hoedspruit.
On the last day of the trip, for an extra R750 per person, you may go on a dawn safari in the Pridelands. The safari starts early in the morning, enabling you to witness wildlife at its most active as the sun rises over the trees. The tour includes a tea and coffee break, which allows you to unwind and appreciate the gorgeous surroundings while enjoying a hot beverage. It is a fantastic way to wrap out your vacation with a calm morning in the African bush.
Following your morning safari, you will enjoy breakfast at the hotel before taking a shuttle back to OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
Alternatively, you may spend the morning resting and relaxing at the Radisson, having a substantial breakfast before departing with a lifetime of incredible memories from your spectacular Kruger Park safari in the African Savannah.
This trip provides excellent value for money and introduces you to the Greater Kruger and Kruger National Park.
Main destination: Or Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg.
Accommodation: There is no accommodation at the end of the excursion.