Overview
Alongside the breathtaking Blyde River Canyon, one of the biggest canyons in the world, you can take in spectacular views along the Panorama Route on this thrilling journey. Savor a full day of open-car safaris in the Kruger National Park, including sunset and sunrise drives. Take an exhilarating Bushwalk in pursuit of the Big 5 to get up close and personal with nature on foot. Stay in cozy en-suite chalets within Kruger National Park. See a range of wildlife, including Africa’s Big 5.
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Transfer + Blyde Canyon Panorama Route tour
- Day 2: Kruger Full Day Open Vehicle Game Drive
- Day 3: Adrenaline packed Bushwalk + Sunset Game drive in an open vehicle
- Day 4: Open Vehicle Sunrise Game Drive & Transfer to Johannesburg
4-Day Stay Inside Kruger Park & Panorama Route Safari Itinerary
Early in the morning, your guide will pick you up from Johannesburg and take you to the world's third-largest and greenest canyon, the Blyde Canyon.
Along the route, you will pause to purchase some refreshments and stretch your legs.
Following your stop, you will travel to the Three Rondavels, the first destination on the Panorama Route, where you can enjoy the most picturesque view of the Blyde River Canyon and the Blyde River Canyon Dam below. After that, you will travel to Bourke's Luck Potholes, which are home to breathtaking natural rock formations formed by the turbulent confluence of the Blyde and Treur rivers. After that, you will go to the breathtaking Lisbon Falls, which are the tallest in the region, and finally, you will pause at the breathtaking Pinnacle Rock lookout point.
You will go to your lodging in Hazyview, which is only a short drive from Kruger National Park, after your last stop on the Panorama Route.
Until it is time to have a delicious supper, settle down and unwind.
Main destination: Panorama Route (Highlight).
Accommodation: Umbhaba Eco Lodge
This thrilling day begins early, with a full-day Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Safari departing at 5:00. You will get a delicious and nourishing breakfast pack the night before after supper, which you may eat in a picturesque location within the park due to the early start of the day.
With the assistance of a highly skilled and knowledgeable nature guide, you will have the whole day to explore Kruger National Park, one of Africa's greatest animal conservation zones, and attempt to identify the continent's endangered Big 5 as well as other uncommon and fascinating species.
Savor lunch at one of the eateries in Kruger Park (Own account). In the afternoon, go on with your Kruger Park adventure to see what you may have missed in the morning. Late in the afternoon, get back to your lodging to unwind until supper.
The main destination is the Panorama Route across the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve.
Accommodation: Skukuza Rest Camp
Experience nature intimately on foot by embarking on an exhilarating bushwalk starting at around 04:00, lasting for 3 to 4 hours. The nature walk may be replaced by a Sunrise Game Drive. After a delectable breakfast at camp, continue your search for Africa's wildlife in a comfortable, enclosed, air-conditioned vehicle. Afternoon wildlife excursion. Exploring riverbeds, waterholes, and lookout places. The area's rich biodiversity draws several predators, including lions, hyenas, leopards, cheetahs, and African wild dogs. Additionally, do not overlook the lesser fauna, such as the Banded Mongoose, Vervet Monkey, and Honey Badger, as well as the remarkable Southern Ground-Hornbill and Kori Bustard, the heaviest avian species capable of flight. Return to camp for a respite and unwind until your open vehicle is ready. Sunset game drive commencing at 16:30, allowing participants to appreciate the African sunset and see the emergence of nocturnal wildlife. Relish your last evening in the African bush.
Primary Destination: Kruger National Park
Accommodation: Skukuza Rest Camp
The last day starts early with a 04:00 Sunrise Open Vehicle Game Drive. Relish breakfast in camp, after which your guide will conduct a leisurely drive to the departure gate, offering you a last opportunity to see the wildlife that has evaded you in previous days. Upon exiting the park, enjoy the picturesque journey back to Johannesburg, which will need roughly 5 to 6 hours, including a comfort break during which you will have the chance to purchase lunch. Arrive at your designated destination/hotel in the late afternoon or early evening, marking the conclusion of your safari. It is advisable to stay overnight at a hotel on the last day of your trip or to schedule your flight for 19:00 or later.
Main Destination: Southern Kruger National Park
Accommodation: No lodging provided (Tour conclusion)