Kruger Suggested Journeys for The Greater Kruger, Southern Africa

www.sunsafaris.com © Sun Safaris Ultimate Kruger Journey – LUXURY Treat yourself to the ultimate African Safari at 3 luxury lodges in 8 nights within the legendary Greater Kruger area. Your Luxurious Safari begins at The Outpost in the northern-most region of the Kruger Park, boasting almost 80% of the Parks diversity. From here you will be transferred to the Colonial Kings Camp Private Game Reserve, situated in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Culminating at the Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve in the world-renowned , this ultimate African Safari will leave you mesmerized. Excellent game viewing, gourmet cuisine, luxury accommodation and outstanding bush hospitality awaits you in the heart of Africa.

Days 1 – 4 The Outpost Safari Lodge, Makuleke Contractual Park. (3 nights) From US$6000 Days 4 – 7 Kings Camp Private Game Reserve, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. (3 nights) per person Days 7 – 9 Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve, Sabi Sand Private Nature Reserve. (2 nights) sharing. Day 9 Depart back to Johannesburg

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Best of the Kruger – LUXURY This is a luxurious 6 night safari spent in 2 of the Greater Kruger’s most pristine private nature reserves, the Sabi Sand and the Timbavati. Both reserves share unfenced borders with the national park and the free-flow of wildlife means that there is no chance of missing out. Off-road privileges and a much smaller tourist population result in unmatched game viewing opportunities. The Sabi Sand Reserve is famous for predator sightings, often giving guests some of the best leopard sightings in the Kruger. The Timbavati is a lesser-known and equally as rewarding private reserve, with superb Big 5 game viewing and exceptional guides.

Days 1 – 4 Sands River Lodge, Sabi Sand Private Reserve. (3 nights) From US$4110 in low season to US$4600 in Days 4 – 7 Kings Camp, Timbavati Private Reserve. (3 nights) high season, per person Days 7 Depart back to Johannesburg or Cape Town sharing.

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2 Best of the Kruger – comfortable This is an affordable 6 night safari spent in 2 of the Greater Kruger’s most pristine private nature reserves, the Sabi Sand and the Klaserie. Both reserves share unfenced borders with the national park and the free-flow of wildlife means that there is no chance of missing out. Off-road privileges and walking safaris in the Klaserie make for an exceptional and memorable safari experience.

Days 1 – 4 nThambo Tree Camp, Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. (3 nights) From US$2000 in low season to US$2960 in Days 4 – 7 Arathusa Safari Lodge, Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. (3 nights) high season, per person Day 7 Depart back to Johannesburg or Cape Town sharing.

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Kruger Adventure – safari This is a 5 night safari exploring 2 of our favourite private Kruger reserves, the Timbavati, and the neighbouring Klaserie. An affordable and adventurous trip, this combination of camps offers some of the most authentic safari experiences in the Greater Kruger Park. Africa on Foot and Shindzela are two of the Kruger’s most charming and affordable safari camps. Both focus on a traditional safari at classic bush camps. At Africa on Foot, the focus is on morning walking safaris and both camps have excellent game rangers and trackers.

Days 1 – 4 Africa on Foot Camp, Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. (3 nights) From US$1170 in low season to US$1250 Days 4 – 6 Shindzela Tented Safari Camp, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. (2 nights) in high season, per Day 6 Depart back to Johannesburg person sharing.

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3 Best of the Kruger – PREMIER This is the Best of Kruger 6 night trip for guests who want unbridled luxury. Taking guests to 2 of the top spots in Kruger’s Private Reserves and offering guests an exclusive, effortlessly grand safari experience. Within the Timbavati Reserve is the Ngala Private Reserve, the home of the premier Ngala Tented Camp. After 3 nights at Ngala, guests will move on to the exceptional Singita Private Reserve in the Kruger where they will head off to Singita Lebombo Lodge. The last 3 nights of this premier safari are spent in the lap of luxury and in a spectacular environment.

Days 1 – 4 Ngala Tented Camp, Timbavati Private Reserve. (3 nights) From US$8360 per Days 4 – 7 Singita Lebombo, Singita Private Reserve. (3 nights) person sharing. Day 7 Depart back to Johannesburg or Cape Town

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Big 5 Kruger Romance – luxury This 8 night luxury safari offers guests the opportunity to experience the best wildlife in and includes the famous Timbavati Reserve, as well as the world-renowned Sabi Sand Reserve in the Greater Kruger region. Guests will experience the thrill of having close encounters with Africa’s Big 5 in a remote & pristine bush setting. Activities on safari include open 4x4 game drives with experienced game rangers & guided nature walks, which bring guests in touch with the smaller details of the greater Kruger ecosystem.

Days 1 – 5 Tanda Tula Safari Camp, . (4 nights) From US$ 4200 in Peak Days 5 – 9 Simbambili Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Game Reserve. (4 nights) Season per person Day 9 Depart back to Johannesburg Airport sharing.

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4 Classic Kruger – self drive Sometimes the destination is not only rewarding part of a trip, especially when the journey is driving through the diverse and wonderful South African countryside. This is a short trip to one of the best private game reserves in the Kruger, incorporating a 6 hour drive along the Blyde River, mountains, waterfalls, farmland, and a bit of South African culture. Guests will arrive at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg from where they will collect their pre-arranged rental car and follow the directions to their destination in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Here, guests will spend 3 nights at Simbavati River Lodge; a warm and welcoming lodge overlooking the river.

Days 1 – 4 Simbavati River Lodge, Timbavati Private Game Reserve. (3 nights) From US$1250 in low season to US$1650 in high Day 4 Depart back to Johannesburg season, per person sharing. Read more | View virtual tour

Complete Kruger – Comfortable The Complete Kruger Safari invites guests to spend 3 nights at 2 different safari lodges in the Private Reserves of the at an affordable rate. Spending time in two different areas of the Park exposes guests to different lion and leopard territories. The Sabi Sand Game Reserve is experienced in style, but without the expense at Umkumbe Safari Lodge where the views of the river are unbeatable. This is where herds of buffalo flock to drink and guests can watch them directly from the comfort of the lodge. The second half of this complete Kruger safari takes guests to the all-time favourite, Simbavati River Lodge in the Timbavati Private Reserve. There are resident lion prides in the area and guides at Simbavati are experienced and knowledgeable, offering a rounded experience.

Days 1 – 4 Umkumbe Safari Lodge, Sabi Sand area, Kruger Park. (3 nights) From US$2200 in low Days 4 – 7 Simbavati River Lodge, Timbavati Private Reserve. (3 nights) season to US$2800 in high season, per person sharing. Day 7 Depart back to Johannesburg or Cape Town

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5 Complete Kruger – luxury This Complete Kruger Safari takes the experience up a level introducing luxurious accommodation in 2 different areas of the Kruger. Spending 3 nights at each private reserve location allows guests to be introduced to different scenery and wildlife. This trip incorporates the diverse and famously reputed Timbavati Reserve, where the gene litters the resident pride, and the historical Sabi Sand Reserve, where leopards some of South Africa’s best leopard sightings take place. Guests will stay in luxury accommodation for 6 nights, first at Motswari Safari Lodge in the Timbavati, and then at Inyati Safari Lodge along the seasonal in the Sabi Sand Reserve.

Days 1 – 4 Motswari Safari Lodge, Timbavati Private Reserve. (3 nights) From US$2510 in low season to US$2840 in Days 4 – 7 Inyati Safari Lodge, Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. (3 nights) high season, per person Day 7 Depart back to Johannesburg sharing.

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Complete Kruger – Premier This Complete Kruger Safari invites guests to spend 3 nights at 2 different premier safari lodges in the private reserves of the Kruger National Park. Guests will enjoy game viewing in open 4x4s with expert guides and trackers. This trip visits the lesser-known Thornybush Private Reserve, part of an association of private reserves sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park and the historical Sabi Sand Reserve, where leopards some of South Africa’s best leopard sightings take place. Guests will stay in luxury accommodation for 6 nights, first at Motswari Safari Lodge in the Timbavati, and then at Inyati Safari Lodge along the seasonal Sand River in the Sabi Sand Reserve.

Days 1 – 4 Royal Malewane, Thornybush Private Nature Reserve. (3 nights) From US$8999 Days 4 – 7 Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. (3 nights) per person sharing. Day 7 Depart back to Kasane Airport

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6 Kruger Express – Comfortable This is a one-stop trip to Kruger enjoyment. One of our favourite camps in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve is nThambo Tree Camp, which has beautiful, unique accommodation, friendly and professional staff, excellent guides and trackers and an eco-friendly ethos that will make you fall in love with the South African bush.

Days 1 – 4 nThambo Tree Camp, Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. (3 nights) From US$1400 per Day 4 Depart back to Johannesburg person sharing

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Kruger Express – LUXURY This is a quick, one-stop safari option for people seeking a luxurious break in the bush. Sometimes spending a short stint in ultimate relaxation, fresh air and luxury is all you need to refresh. This itinerary takes guests to one of our favourite private reserves sharing unfenced borders with the Kruger Park - the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Motswari Safari Lodge is a luxury lodge in the heart of the Timbavati. Its unique and tranquil setting, friendly hospitality, excellent cuisine and luxury accommodation will make you feel at home for 3 nights.

Days 1 – 4 Motswari Safari Lodge, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. (3 nights) From US$ 4683 in Low Season to US$ 6400 in Day 4 Depart back to Johannesburg High Season per person Read more | View virtual tour sharing.

7 Kruger Express – Premier This express safari invites guests to relax and unwind in the highest fashion at the premier Simbambili Lodge in the Kruger’s famous Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. This is a perfect location for a short safari holiday, as it is one of the best predator viewing reserves in the Kruger and guests stand a good chance of seeing the Big 5 in a few days. Simbambili Lodge offers a unique destination for the discerning traveller; sophisticated, yet simple offering guests an authentic safari experience. It lies along the banks of the Manyeleti River, which attracts a population of game right to the lodge meaning that guests can game-watch from the opulent comfort of the lodge.

Days 1 – 4 Simbambili Game Lodge, Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (3 nights) From US$2900 per person sharing Day 4 Depart back to Johannesburg

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Sabi Sand – self drive This 3 night safari explores the Kruger’s best known private game reserve, the Sabi Sand, which is considered as one of the best locations for leopard sightings and luxury lodge accommodation. Guests will self-drive to Arathusa Safari Lodge, which is an excellent value option based in the northern part of the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. The drive from Johannesburg takes approximately 6 hours on good roads for most of the way. Only the final stretch is on dirt roads, but is easily manageable.

Days 1 – 4 Arathusa Safari Lodge, Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (3 nights) From US$1050in low season to US$1200 in Day 4 Depart back to Johannesburg high season, per person Read more | View virtual tour sharing.

8 Ultimate Kruger & Cape Town Honeymoon

This 15 night luxury, romantic safari begins in Cape Town, the Mother City. Honeymooning guests are invited to experience all that this coastal, mountainous city has to offer during the week-long period they will spend here at the unique Welgelegen Boutique Guesthouse. The second half of this fantastic itinerary takes guests to South Africa’s famous Kruger National Park where they will be treated to luxury at the exclusive Sabi Sand Reserve. Four nights at Chitwa Chitwa and 3 at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge will ensure the ultimate honeymoon in the African bush. Both lodges are ultra-luxurious and aim high to provide the best experience possible. A predator-rich area, guests can expect to see and some of the best leopard sightings in the world.

Days 1 – 2 Peermont Metcourt, Johannesburg. (1 night) Days 2 – 9 Welgelegen Boutique Guesthouse, Cape Town. (7 nights) US$ 8 400 per person Days 9 – 13 Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge, Northern Sabi Sand. (4 nights) sharing. Days 13 – 16 Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, Southern Sabi Sand Reserve. (3 nights)

Day 16 Depart back to Johannesburg Airport

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