Kruger Park & The Escarpment Safari - South Africa Tours, Coach Tour
Kruger Park & The Escarpment Safari
Highlights of this safari inlude overnight at the 4 star Phumulani Game Lodge & the Royal Hotel in Pilgrim’s Rest, game drives in the Park in 4x4 Safari Vehicles, a visit to Skukuza – Kruger Park Headquarters and the Panorama Route including God’s Window,
Tour Code: SKS05
Depart From: Johannesburg
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Duration: 4 Days
Country:
South Africa
Departures: Daily
Type: Coach Tours | |
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Tour Description
The Kruger National Park is one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world and offers the perfect opportunity for visitors to experience the excitement and adventure that Africa has to offer.
The Park is situated in the northeastern part of South Africa and is a vast stretch of land over 400 km from north to south and average 80 km from east to west. The southern part of the Kruger Park is more lush with vegetation and has a much higher rainfall than the more arid northern parts.
Visits to the Kruger Park during the summer or winter both have their benefits. During the summer months, from November to February the vegetation is more lush and the landscape spectacular. Most animals bear their young during this time and often congregate in open areas, which make them easier to spot.
During the winter, from April to August there is less water and animals seem to spend more time at waterholes and rivers. The vegetation is less dense and this makes predicting where animals will be a bit easier.
The Park is home to more than 500 birds species and 147 mammals including the famous “Big 5” It is home to more than 10,000 Elephant, 2,000 Lion and 150,000 Impala Antelope.
World Cup 2010
This tour will not be available to do during the World Cup 2010 period from 1 June - 18 July 2010.
Overnight Accommodation:
On the first night we stay at the renowned Royal Hotel in Pilgrim’s Rest. This hotel is over 100 years old and is a must for all travelers to this area. Rooms are furnished with genuine antique brass beds, wash stands, wardrobes and Victorian baths and easily transports you back into history.
Thereafter we spend the nights at the 4-star Umbhaba Lodge situated in Hazyview. The lodge consists of 30 en-suite, all temperature controlled for your comfort and are surrounded by flowing waterfalls and lush subtropical gardens.
Lodge facilities include an a la carte restaurant, the safari-style Burn Out Bar and a quiet lounge. A crystal-clear rock pool amid sprawling lawns is a glorious invitation in the heat of a Lowveld day Activities at Umbhaba Lodge include day and night safaris, helicopter excursions, hot air ballooning, fishing, hiking and horse riding.
Transportation:
On this Safari transportation to and from Johannesburg is done in a luxury air-conditioned mini-bus. The drive to the park is via the Panorama Route and include the sights of God’s Window, Pilgrim’s Rest, Graskop and some magnificent Waterfalls.
Game Activities:
Game drives are in specially adapted, open 4x4 safari vehicles, maintained to the highest standards to ensure maximum comfort while driving in the Park.
Guides are highly trained professionals equipped with knowledge on virtually every living species in the Park. Years of experience have prepared them to deal with any situation.
Itinerary
Please Note
This safari can be done over 4, 5 or even more days with guaranteed daily departures. Should you wish to prolong your stay on this safari, your additional day(s) will be similar to Day 3 in the itinerary.
Day 1
We depart Johannesburg early and leave the bustle of the City behind us as we head towards Mpumalanga - the place where the sun rises. With fresh air and open fields around us, we sit back and relax as we head down the Escarpment to the "Lowveld".
On arrival in Pilgrim’s Rest we check into the Royal Hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure exploring this old gold mining town Circa 1873. Dinner at the Hotel.
Day 2
Morning at leisure. Stroll back in time, down the historic main street of Pilgrim's Rest. It takes you back to the days when people from around the world converged on this little-known valley in a hectic scramble for the riches that lay beneath its grassy hillsides.
Thereafter we are travel from Pilgrim’s Rest to Kruger Park via via Panorama Route. We explore the Mpumalanga Panorama route, and along the way we visit some breathtaking views and spectacular scenery. We stop at God's Window, an overwhelmingly beautiful viewpoint with a 1000m drop into the "Lowveld". En route we travel via Graskop and some magnificent waterfalls.
Upon arrival we check into the 4 star Umbhaba Lodge. This upmarket Lodge, with its luxury en-suite rooms, will be our home for the next few days.
We have time to explore the Lodge before we embark on our first night Game Drive.
Our open 4X4 Game Drive vehicles are the perfect vantage point and will prove to make this an unforgettable experience. We arrive back in the camp when dinner is served and we have time to enjoy the magical sounds of the African night before retiring to our bungalows.
Day 3
Depart early at dawn for our morning game drive followed by breakfast.
Thereafter depart on a mid-morning game drive where we try to spot as many animals as possible. This is followed by a break for lunch when we stop at the lodge where we take time to have lunch (own expense).
We will embark on a afternoon Drive to see if we can spot some more of the magnificent creatures that roam this area. Our Game Drive vehicles are radio linked to other vehicles in the Park and therefore we have an advantage in tracking down the elusive "Big 5".
We will return to our camp in time to enjoy dinner and talk about everything we experienced on this day.
Day 4
Depart early at dawn for our early morning game drive followed by breakfast.
Thereafter we depart on a mid-morning game drive before we leave for the transfer to Johannesburg with a stop for lunch along the way.
We arrive in Johannesburg in the late afternoon.
Upgrade Options on this Safari
- Fly-In / out from Johannebsurg or Cape Town
- Round of Golf at Skukuza Golf Course in the Kruger Park
- Romantic Upgrade for honeymoon couples
- Private Game View Vehicle exclusively for your group
Please enquire for additional rates.
Other Recommended Kruger Tours
The Kruger Isilwane Safari - Based at Kruger Gate Lodge
The Kruger Park & Fly-fishing Spectacular Safari - Based at Umbhaba Lodge & Critchley Hackle Country Lodge
The Original Kruger Park Ranger Safari - Based at the famous Kruger Park Restcamps, Skukuza or Pretoriuskop
The Kruger Usapho Family Safari - Based at Umbhaba Lodge
The Kruger Park Elephant Safari - Based at Umbhaba Lodge incl. a tour of the Elephant Sanctuary
The Kruger "Best of Both" Safari - Based at Umbhaba Lodge and Notten's Bush Camp
For the above tours, please enquire if you wish to obtain more information, rates and availability.
Tour Include
Accommodation, breakfast, dinner, all game drives in 4x4 safari vehicles, night game drive, all entry fees to all areas stipulated in the itinerary, return road transfers from Johannesburg as well as a tour of the Mpumalanga Panorama Route.
Tour Exclude
Kruger Park Conservation Fees, lunch, drinks, items of a personal nature and services not mentioned in the program.
Kruger Park Conservation Fees are currently R160 / person / day.
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