5 - Day Classic Kruger Park Safari

Offered by: Rooted Bush Safaris
Contact: 082-806-4698 / 060-534-7695

R 25 850,00 pp (ZAR)

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  • If preferred, you can contact the operator directly

Overview:

Embark on an exceptional 5-day exclusive journey to experience the unparalleled wonders of the Kruger National Park. Encounter the iconic Big 5, Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino, in their natural habitat, with intimate wildlife encounters around every corner. Revel in the parks stunning landscapes, traversing tar road to sand roads while creating unforgettable memories through continuous wildlife encounters.

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Your adventure includes six thrilling safari games drives, two of which will take you through the southern reaches of the park and deeper into the heart of Kruger, with stays at various camps along the way. Travel in the comfort and luxury of a private 4X4 safari vehicle, offering an elevated perspective of the vast savanna. Accompanied by a professional guide, you will journey approximately 2500 kilometres, ensuring an in-depth and personalized experience.

The journey begins with a transfer from Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport to the small town of Hoedspruit, where you’ll spend your first night. Along the way, enjoy a taste of local culture and wildlife before entering the world-renowned Kruger National Park. In addition, night drives and bush walks (If available in the park), providing a truly immersive untamed wildlife experience.

Escape & Reconnect
With Nature

Open Safari Vehicle

Snack Breakfast

South Africa:

  • Start: Johannesburg (Day 1).
  • Day 1: Umnulu tented camp/Kubu Safari Lodge (Depending on Availability).
  • Day 2-3: Kruger NP.
  • Day 4: Umnulu tented camp/Kubu Safari Lodge (Depending on Availability).
  • End: Johannesburg (Day 5).

Tour Features:

  • Mind-Range tour
    (This mid-range tour utilizes Lodges).
  • Shared tour
    (On this shared tour, you will be joining a group of other travellers).
  • Maximum 6 pax per vehicle
  • Tour not customizable
  • Not for single travellers
    (Single travellers cannot join this group tour).
  • Minimum age

(The minimum age for this tour is 12 years).

Activities & Transportation:

  • Activities: Game drives morning & afternoon/ night drive Bush Walk if (Available). Through your journey and stay in the park.
  • Game drives: Open – sided 4X4 Safari Vehicle.
  • Getting around: Open sided 4X4 Safari vehicle, except for transfers which are in a (Minivan).
  • Book your own domestic or international flights when using this Operator.
  • Transfers to and from the airport included.

Accommodation & Meals:

  • ! Additional accommodation before and after the tour must be arranged by the traveller and not the operator.
  • ! Please note that Lunch & Dinner are excluded in the rest camp stays in Kruger, they are at the traveller own cost.
  • ! Accommodation inside Kruger National Park (May vary slightly due to availability).

Accommodation & Meals
Day by Day

  • Day 1: Umnulu Tented Camp/ Kubu Safari Lodge
    Mid-range rest camp is less than 1hr drive from Southern Kruger NP.
    Day 1 Dinner included.
  • Day 2: Satara
    Mid-range rest camp in the centre of Kruger Np
    Day 2 Snack breakfast included. Lunch & Dinner not included
    (Bungalows/ Camp Restaurant/ Map of the Rest Camp)
  • Day 3: Skakuza
    Mid-range rest camp inside southern Kruger NP.
    Day 3 Snack breakfast included. Lunch & Dinner not included.
  • Day 4: Umnulu Tented Camp/ Kubu Safari Lodge
    Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from southern Kruger NP.
    Day 4 Snack breakfast/ Dinner included. Lunch not included.
  • Day 5: End of tour
    Umnulu Tented Camp/ Kubu Safari Lodge
    (Transferred back of Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport)

Safari Itinerary
Day by Day

DAY 1

Umnulu Tented Camp/Kubu Safari Lodge

Your journey begins with a transfer from OR Tambo International Airport at 7:00 AM, where you will board a shared shuttle to your destination, a scenic six-hour drive. Along the way, you’ll experience your first introduction to South African culture, hospitality, and the stunning landscapes, with stops for refreshments and snacks. The route takes you for the highveld region of Johannesburg to the lowveld, passing through three provinces during your journey.

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Upon arrival in the charming town of Hoedspruit, you’ll witness the change in landscape as you approach the world-renowned Kruger National Park, your main destination. Here, you’ll meet your guide and be picked up in an open 4X4 safari vehicle, which will serve as your primary mode of transport for most of your adventure.

A short drive will bring you to your first night’s accommodation, Umnulu Tented Camp or Kubu Safari Lodge, located approximately one hour drive from the central part of Kruger National Park. Upon arrival, the welcoming staff will show you to your rooms, allowing you time to settle in and enjoy the camps amenities. You can relax by the pool with your favourite beverage or enjoy a delicious lunch (at your own expense) before winding down to the tranquil sounds of the African bush. In the evening, savor a delectable meal prepared by your hosts before retiring for the night.




Planning your route

Main Destination

  • Hoedspruit (Outskirts of Town)

Accommodation

  • Umnulu Tented Camp/ Kubu Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range camp is located less than 1 hr drive from southern Kruger NP.

Meals & Drinks

  • Dinner (Breakfast & Lunch not included)
  • No-alcoholic drinks (Bottled water included)
  • Drinks not included

DAY 2

Departure to Kruger National Park

After an early morning departure from the camp, we embark on a scenic one-hour drive to our primary destination the Kruger National Park. Our first nights stay will be at a rest camp, a resort-style village offering excellent facilities, including a camp restaurant, shop, and communal pool. Accommodation will be in a two-sleeper bungalow, each with a private bathroom and veranda to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the African bush.

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Awaken to the sights and sounds of the African bush, where Kruger’s untamed beauty unfold before you. We begin our safari in an open 4X4 safari vehicle, with our first stop at a scenic viewpoint. Here, we disembark to take in the peaceful ambiance, accompanied by a refreshing early morning coffee and light snack breakfast.

We journey deeper into the heart of Kruger, home to the Big Five lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhino and a wealth of other wildlife. Your expert guide will expertly spot camouflaged predators and rare bird species as we travel through the park’s diverse ecosystems. From the Marula and Knob Thorn savanna to the mixed Bush Willow woodland, we pass the Timbavati River and the famous Nsemani Dam, all while immersing ourselves in the ever-changing habitats of this vast landscape. A midday stap a rest camp allows for well-deserved lunch.

After checking in to our accommodation, we will head back out for an afternoon safari, exploring the roads surrounding the camp in search of more incredible wildlife encounters. As the day winds down, we return to the camp for a delightful dinner at the restaurant, accompanied by the sounds of the surrounding bush and nocturnal wildlife. After a fulfilling day, we retire to the comfort of our accommodations for a restful night.

Spotted Hyena

Main Destination

  • Kruger National Park

Accommodation

  • Satara rest camp (Kruger NP)
  • Mid-range camp located inside Kruger NP

Meals & Drinks

  • Snack Breakfast (Lunch & Dinner not included)
  • No-alcoholic drinks (Bottled water included)
  • Drinks not included

DAY 3

Departure to next rest camp

After a restful night, we depart early morning, being one of the first vehicles to leave camp, venturing along tared to gravel roads. En route, we stop for a coffee break and snack breakfast, having already covered a significant portion of our journey. We now make our way to our final night’s stay within Kruger National Park.

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Heading south, the landscape transforms dramatically as we pass undulating plains devoid of high ridges or hills. The terrain gives way to bushwillow woodland and riverine vegetation, including large Jackel-berry trees, Weeping Boer-bean, and sausage trees- ideal habitats for spotting elusive leopards resting in the canopies, surveying the land, or seeking shelter from the midday heat. We cross the Sweni River and driver parallel to the Sabie River, surrounded by numerous pans and water sources, providing excellent opportunities for spotting the Big Five and abundant water birds that flock to these watercourses throughout the day. We will pause at a rest camp around midday for lunch.

Upon checking in and settling in, we head out for an afternoon game drive through the iconic landscape, rich in wildlife and nourished by the surrounding water supply. This camp is a favourite among many visitors to the park, offering a memorable and unique experience.

As the day draws to a close, savor your final evening in the Kruger National Park before returning to camp for a delightful dinner at the restaurant. Take a moment to reflect on the unforgettable wildlife encounters and the abundant memories made. After unwinding and retire for the night following an exhilarating day in the African bush.




Hyena

Main Destination

  • Kruger National Park

Accommodation

  • Satara rest camp (Kruger NP)
  • Mid-range camp located inside Kruger NP

Meals & Drinks

  • Snack Breakfast (Lunch & Dinner not included)
  • No-alcoholic drinks (Bottled water included)
  • Drinks not included

DAY 4

Departure from Kruger National Park

After a restful night, you’ll be one of the first vehicle to depart camp, venturing along gravel to tarred roads. As you travel, enjoy a coffee break and snack breakfast at a picnic sight, reflecting on the memories of the days past while soaking in the breathtaking surrounds of your final day in the park. The magnificent sunrise marks the start of your day as you seek out wildlife that may have eluded you in the previous days. With this being your last safari, cherish every moment, knowing that endless encounters are still to be had.

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As you pass the Sabie River, observe the wildlife that depends on its regular flow for sustenance. The rivers scenic beauty, with its lush riverine vegetation and stunning specimens of Sycamore Figs, Jackel-berry trees, and Sabie thorn thicket. The Lebombo Mountain range stretches out before you, offering sweeping views of the open savanna. A stop at a viewpoint will allow you to disembark the vehicle and take in one of the most spectacular vistas of the endless bushveld. After a midday break at a rest camp for lunch/ picnic sight, we continue our journey toward the parks exit.

 A short one-hour drive will bring you to your accommodation for the night. Upon arrival, the welcoming staff will assist you in settling into your rooms. Once you’ve made yourself comfortable, take advantage of the camps amenities, perhaps relaxing by the pool with your favourite drink in hand. As the day winds down, immerse yourself in the tranquil sounds of the African bush before enjoying a delicious dinner prepared by your hosts. Afterward, retire for the night, reflecting on the incredible experience you’ve had.




Full Moon

Main Destination

  • Kruger NP/ Hoedspruit (outskirts of town)

Accommodation

  • Umnulu Tented Camp/ Kubu Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from southern Kruger NP

Meals & Drinks

  • Snack breakfast/Dinner (Lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

DAY 5

Umnulu Tented camp/ Kubu Safari Lodge- Johannesburg

Wake up early after your long journey, enjoy a morning coffee and breakfast. After checking out, you will be transferred from the charming town of Hoedspruit for your shared shuttle transfer, departing at approximately 11:00 AM, back to Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport. As you travel , take in the scenic views of the Highveld, cherishing the final moments and knowing that a part of you will forever remain in Africa. Along the way, you with stop for snacks and refreshments. You expected to arrive at OR Tambo International Airport in the late afternoon, between 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM, marking the end of your unforgettable journey.

Lioness

Main Destination

  • Johannesburg (OR Tambo International Airport)

Accommodation

  • No Accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks

  • Breakfast (Lunch & Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Rates

Important to Know

  • This tour is not available to solo travellers or groups larger than 6 people
  • Rates are per person and exclude international flights from/to your home country. Same applies for South African Residents and domestic
  • This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.  

Rates per person:

Jan 1, 2025 -Dec 31,2025

Solo Traveler (1 room)         n/a*    

2 People (1 Room)                R29 900,00

4 People (2 Rooms)              R27 320,00

6 People (3 Rooms)              R25 850,00             

n/a* = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo Travelers or groups larger than 6.  

Note: All rooms booked Sleep 2, and Guests will be accommodated accordingly.

Inclusions:

  • Park fees 

(For SA Residents/ Internationals)

  • All activities 

(Unless labelled as optional)

  • All accommodation

(Unless labelled as upgrade)

  • A professional driver/guide 
  • All transportation

(Unless labelled as optional)

  • All taxes/VAT
  • Airport transfers 
  • Meals 

(As specified in the day-by-day section)

  • Drinking water

(On all days)

Excluded:

  • International Flight 

(From to home/ Country)

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of tour 
  • Tips 

(Tipping guidelines US$ 10,00 pp per day)

  • Personal items 

(Souvenirs, Travel insurance, visa fees etc)

  • Government imposed increases of taxes and or park fees