Kruger National Park and the Panorama Route
Kruger National Park is seen as the top tourist attraction in South Africa. The park is 2 000 000 hectares (19 685 square Km) and forms part of the Kruger Trans-Frontier Park with neighbouring countries.
The park has large species diversity, such as: 114 Reptiles, 1980 Plants, 404 Trees and Shrubs, 224 types of Grass, 147 Mammals, 52 Fish, 517 Birds and 35 Amphibians. The density of permanent game is unrivalled, and provides visitors with unbelievable sights and sounds of the variety on view.
On route to Kruger, the Panorama Route offers visitors the opportunity to view some of the most beautiful and natural wonders of South Africa, such as the Blyde River Canyon (3rd largest in world), Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Gods Window and many more. The landscape and climate changes continuously from high lying open grasslands, to mountainous forests and low lying Bushveld area.
Accommodation varies from basic self catering chalets in the park, to top lodges and guesthouses in and bordering the park. The suggested trips all vary according to budget limitations, but any combination can be made up.
Various trips can be done to the area, ranging from 3 days to 10 days, or combinations thereof. Trips can also start and end at Kruger Mpumalanga Airport, to connect with flights to or from Johannesburg or other South African destinations.
Please keep in mind that Kruger falls within a Malaria area. Guests are advised to use Malaria Prophylactics and Mosquito repellent, and to consult with a travel doctor before arrival.
The most popular tours to Kruger are: (Click Headings to view Tour)
Tour 1: The Quick and Easy Tour to Kruger: 3 days, 2 nights
This tour is ideal for persons who do not have much time, and only want to visit the park. The trip does not include the Panorama Route.
Tour 2: The Scenic Panorama and Kruger Tour: 4 days, 3 nights
This tour is ideal for persons who do not have much time, but also want to see the panorama route.
Tour 3: The Classic Panorama and Kruger Tour: 5 days, 4 nights
This tour is ideal for persons who have more time available to experience the area. Travel times and distances are also much less on a daily basis.
Tour 4: The Classic De Lux Panorama and Kruger Tour: 5 days, 4 nights
This tour is ideal for persons who have more time available to experience the area. Accommodation is more upmarket and exclusive, and game drives are done on private open vehicles for your exclusive use. Times of departure and return are flexible. The tour is good value for money.
Tour 5: The Combination tour: Kruger, Panorama and a Private Game Lodge: 6 days, 5 nights
Ideal for persons who want to experience Kruger Park in its purest form, as well as the pampering and luxury of a Private Game Reserve. The tour combines the best of both worlds. The private game reserve chosen is very rustic, and is an African wildlife experience at its best. The small and intimate eco- friendly camp has no electricity, but a lot of soul. Other private game reserves can be chosen, but prices will need to be quoted separately.
Tour 6: The Best of Kruger: North to South: 10 days, 9 nights
Ideal for persons who want to explore the whole park from North to South. See areas of the park that are less frequented by people, but teem with wildlife. A very relaxing route, with lots of diversity in scenery and wildlife. This trip is for keen wildlife enthusiast, and is also ideal for birdwatchers.
Tour 1: The Quick and Easy Tour to Kruger: 3 days, 2 nights
Tour
summary:
·
Direct transfers to and from Kruger via the shortest route.
·
Three 3 hour game drives on open vehicles to view the
animals.
1
person: R
8,500
2
persons: R 4,800
3
persons: R 4,000
4-6 persons: R 3,500
The
single supplement is R 500
All
land transportation and transfers.
Services
of a registered tourist guide on route.
2
night’s accommodation in chalets with air conditioning at Pretoriuskop
Camp, or similar.
Three
open vehicle game drives provided by National Parks (Vehicle and Nature
Guides)
Daily
South African breakfasts and dinners.
Entrance
and conservation fees to
The
price excludes the cost of International flights, lunches, beverages at
mealtimes, telephone calls, gratuities, laundry services and items of a
personal nature.
Day 01- Direct road transfer to Kruger via
Transfer
via road to
Day
02- Kruger experience: Distance for Day: 200 km
After
an early morning wakeup call and coffee, depart once again on an open
vehicle drive lasting three hours. On the return, enjoy a heart warming
breakfast. Continue driving through the park in the air conditioned
vehicle, until mid afternoon. Lunch can be enjoyed at one of the picnic
sites in the park.
A
little time for relaxation, before departing on another sunset game
drive on open vehicles.
Return
once again after sunset and enjoy a traditional South African Buffet
dinner at the Restaurant.
A
full day game drive on open vehicle can be arranged, at additional cost.
These vehicles are operated by private operators, and as the vehicle is
contracted to your group, time limits are set by you.
Day
03- Kruger and road transfer to
Spend
part of the morning travelling in the park, before departing. Breakfast
will be enjoyed on route. Direct road transfer back to
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Tour 2: The Scenic Panorama and Kruger Tour: 4 days, 3 nights
This
tour is ideal for business persons or tourists who do not have much
time, but also want to see the panorama route.
Tour
summary:
·
Scenic drive to Kruger national Park.
·
Three 3 hour game drives on open vehicles to view the
animals.
·
Visit to
Tour
price per person sharing:
1
person: R
10,500
2
persons: R
5,800
3
persons: R
4,900
4-6
persons: R 4,200
The
single supplement is R 800
The
tour price includes:
All
land transportation and transfers.
Services
of a registered tourist guide on route.
3
night’s accommodation in chalets with air conditioning in the park.
Three
open vehicle game drives provided by National Parks (Vehicle and Nature
Guides)
Daily
South African breakfasts and dinners.
Entrance
and conservation fees to
The
price excludes the cost of International flights, lunches, beverages at
mealtimes, telephone calls, gratuities, laundry services and items of a
personal nature.
Day
01- Scenic drive towards to Kruger via
Scenic
drive from
Day
02- Kruger experience: Distance for Day: 200 km
After
an early morning wakeup call and coffee, depart once again on an open
vehicle drive lasting three hours. On the return, enjoy a heart warming
breakfast. Continue driving through the park in the air conditioned
vehicle towards Skukuza Rest Camp. Lunch can be enjoyed at one of the
picnic sites in the park. Check into Skukuza Rest Camp for the following
two nights. Relax at the
swimming pool, viewing the animals at the river, and enjoy a traditional
South African Buffet dinner at the Restaurant.
Day
03- Kruger experience: Distance for Day: 200 km
Depart
once again on an open vehicle drive lasting three hours. On the return,
enjoy a heart warming breakfast. Continue driving through the park in
the air conditioned vehicle, until mid afternoon. Lunch can be enjoyed
at one of the picnic sites in the park.
Relax
at the swimming pool, viewing the animals at the river, and enjoy an a
la carte dinner at the Selati Restaurant, (old train carriages converted
into a restaurant.).
A
full day game drive on open vehicle can be arranged, at additional cost.
These vehicles are operated by private operators, and as the vehicle is
contracted to your group, time limits are set by you.
Day
We
depart from Kruger towards the escarpment, and the Panorama route. Breakfast
and lunch will be enjoyed on route. Visit the popular attractions of
Gods Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the
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Tour 3: The Classic Panorama and Kruger Tour: 5 days, 4 nights
Tour
summary:
·
Visit to
·
Two 3 hour game drives on open vehicles to view the animals.
·
One 3 hour guided bush walk with armed nature guides of the
National park.
·
Relaxing and scenic drive to
Tour
price per person sharing:
1
person: R
12,500
2
persons: R
6,900
3
persons: R
5,900
4-6
persons: R 5,200
The
single supplement is R 900
The
tour price includes:
All
land transportation and transfers.
Services
of a registered tourist guide on route.
1night’s
accommodation at Misty Mountain Lodge.
3
night’s accommodation in chalets with air conditioning in the park.
Two
open vehicle game drives provided by National Parks (Vehicle and Nature
Guides)
One
3 hour guided bush walk with armed nature guides of the National park.
Daily
South African breakfasts and dinners.
Entrance
and conservation fees to
The
price excludes the cost of International flights, lunches, beverages at
mealtimes, telephone calls, gratuities, laundry services and items of a
personal nature.
Day
01- Scenic drive through
Scenic
drive from
Enjoy
a hearty dinner at the lodge’s cosy restaurant.
Day
02- Panorama experience to Kruger: Distance for Day: 200 km
Today
is set out to explore the scenic
Day
03- Kruger experience: Distance for Day: 200 km
After
an early morning wakeup call and coffee, depart on an open vehicle drive
lasting three hours. On the return, enjoy a heart warming breakfast.
Continue driving through the park in the air conditioned vehicle towards
Berg en Dal, or Pretoriuskop. Rest Camp. Lunch can be enjoyed at one of
the picnic sites in the park. Check into the Rest Camp for the following
two nights. Relax at the
swimming pool, viewing the animals at the river, and enjoy a traditional
South African Buffet dinner at the Restaurant.
Day
04- Kruger experience: Distance for Day: 200 km
Depart
once again on an open vehicle drive lasting three hours. On the return,
enjoy a heart warming breakfast. Continue driving through the park in
the air conditioned vehicle, until mid afternoon. Lunch can be enjoyed
at one of the picnic sites in the park.
Relax
at the swimming pool, viewing the animals at the river, and enjoy
another buffet dinner at the Restaurant..
A
full day game drive on open vehicle can be arranged, at additional cost.
These vehicles are operated by private operators, and as the vehicle is
contracted to your group, time limits are set by you.
Day
05- Scenic drive to
The
last morning in the park. Something different. Participate in a 3 hour
bush walk, which is guided by armed nature guides with intimate
knowledge of the nature. Depart after the walk to
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Tour 4: The Classic De Lux Panorama and Kruger Tour: 5 days, 4 nights
This
tour is ideal for business persons or tourists who have more time
available to experience the area. Accommodation is more upmarket and
exclusive, and game drives are done on private open vehicles for your
exclusive use. Times of departure and return are flexible. The tour is
good value for money.
Tour
summary:
·
Visit to
·
Two full day game drives on privately operated open vehicles
to view the animals.
·
Relaxing and scenic drive to
Tour
price per person sharing:
1
person: R
15,500
2
persons: R
9,300
3
persons: R
8,000
4-6
persons: R 7,200
The single supplement is R 1,000
The
tour price includes:
All
land transportation and transfers.
Services
of a registered tourist guide on route.
1
night’s accommodation at the Royal Hotel.
3
night’s accommodation at the Protea Premier Hotel Kruger Gate.
Two
full day game drives on privately operated open vehicles to view the
animals.
Daily
South African breakfasts and dinners.
Entrance
and conservation fees to
The
price excludes the cost of International flights, lunches, beverages at
mealtimes, telephone calls, gratuities, laundry services and items of a
personal nature.
Day
01- Scenic
Departure
from
Day
Today
is set out to explore the scenic
Day
03- Wildlife of the
Enjoy
a full day’s game drive on an open vehicle, accompanied by an
experienced nature guide. Breakfast
packs are provided by the lodge, to enjoy on route at one of the rest
camps or picnic areas in the park. Arrive back at the lodge during the
mid afternoon, to relax at the pool. Dinner is once again served in the
Boma area.
Day
04- Wildlife of the
Enjoy
another full day game drive on an open vehicle in the park. Arrive back
at the lodge at midday, to relax at the pool. The last night’s dinner
is once again served in the Boma area.
Alternative to the above: Guests can choose
to rather do a late afternoon game drive followed by a traditional bush
braai (barbecue) in the bush before returning to the lodge. This trip is
done on a private game reserve. This
gives them time to relax in the morning, rather than waking up early.
Day
05- Scenic drive to
Enjoy
a relaxing breakfast at the lodge, before departing towards
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Tour 5: The Combination tour: Kruger, Panorama and a Private Game Lodge:
6 days, 5 nights
Tour
summary:
·
Relaxing and scenic drive to
·
Two 3 hour game drives on open vehicles to view the animals
in Kruger.
·
Morning and evening game drives in the Thornybush Private
Nature Reserve, as well as other nature activities.
·
Visit to
·
Relaxing and scenic drive back to
Tour
price per person sharing:
1
person: R
18,000
2
persons: R 10,800
3
persons: R
9,100
4-6
persons: R 8,100
The
single supplement is R 1,500
The
tour price includes:
All
land transportation and transfers.
Services
of a registered tourist guide on route.
2
night’s accommodation in the
2
night’s accommodation at Tangala Authentic Safari Camp.
1
night’s accommodation at the Royal hotel In Pilgrims Rest.
Two
open vehicle game drives provided by National Parks (Vehicle and Nature
Guides)
Morning
and evening game drives in the Thornybush Private Nature Reserve.
Daily
South African breakfasts and dinners.
3
meals, snacks before and during game drives, tea and coffees at Tangala.
Entrance
and conservation fees to
The
price excludes the cost of International flights, lunches, beverages at
mealtimes, telephone calls, gratuities, laundry services and items of a
personal nature.
Day
01- Scenic drive towards to Kruger via
Scenic
drive from
Day
02- Kruger experience: Distance for Day: 200 km
After
an early morning wakeup call and coffee, depart once again on an open
vehicle drive lasting three hours. On the return, enjoy a heart warming
breakfast. Continue driving through the park in the air conditioned
vehicle before returning to the Rest Camp. Lunch can be enjoyed at one
of the picnic sites in the park. Relax at the swimming pool, viewing the
animals at the river, and enjoy a traditional South African Buffet
dinner at the Restaurant.
Day
03- Kruger to Tangala: Distance for Day: 150 km
We
do a morning game drive through the park towards the Orpen gate. Brunch
will be at one of the picnic sites in the park. We exit the park at
midday, for the short drive towards Tangala Authentic Safari Camp, where
we will be staying for the next two nights.
Tangala’s
small and intimate 10 bed camp has been specifically designed to be
eco-friendly and private.
No
noisy air conditioners, electric lights or televisions. Instead they
offer spacious bedrooms- cool in summer, warm in winter, kerosene
lanterns for light, “donkey boilers” (fire geysers) for hot water
and birdsong for music, topped off with high quality white linen and
mosquito nets- real rustic luxury.
The
central area includes a bar, dining and breakfast area, lounge, Boma and
swimming pool.
Two
daily game drives by an experienced ranger and spoor tracker, and daily
bushwalks promise to be an unforgettable experience. Tea, coffee and
snack are served before and during game drives.
The
meals are created to reflect the continent of
Day
04- Tangala experience: Distance for Day: Nil
Full
day of activities at Tangala Authentic Safari Camp.
Day
05- Tangala to Panorama and Pilgrims Rest: Distance for 200 km
After
the last morning game drive and breakfast, we leave Tangala towards the
Panorama route.
We
will visit the magnificent
Day
06- Scenic drive to
Enjoy
a relaxing breakfast at the hotel, and explore a bit more of the town.
Depart towards
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Tour 6: The Best of Kruger: North to South: 10 days, 9 nights
Ideal
for persons who want to explore the whole park from North to South. See
areas of the park that are less frequented by people, but teem with
wildlife. A Very relaxing route, with lots of diversity in scenery and
wildlife. This trip is for keen wildlife enthusiast, and is also ideal
for birdwatchers.
Tour
summary:
·
Relaxing and alternative scenic drive to
·
Travelling through the Magoebas Kloof with its spectacular
scenery.
·
Covering the
·
Three 3 hour game drives on open vehicles to view the animals
in Kruger.
·
Two full day game drives on privately operated open vehicles
to view the animals.
·
Visit to
·
Relaxing and scenic drive back to
·
Various other attractions on route.
Tour
price per person sharing:
1
person: R
30,000
2
persons: R 18,100
3
persons: R 15,500
4-6
persons: R 14,000
The
single supplement is R 2,500
The
tour price includes:
All
land transportation and transfers.
Services
of a registered tourist guide on route.
1
night’s accommodation at Tzaneen Country Lodge in Tzaneen.
6
night’s accommodation in chalets in the
2
night’s accommodation at Bucklers Africa Lodge near Komatipoort.
Three
open vehicle game drives provided by National Parks (Vehicle and Nature
Guides)
Two
full day game drives on privately operated open vehicles to view the
animals.
Daily
South African breakfasts and dinners.
Entrance
and conservation fees to
The
price excludes the cost of International flights, lunches, beverages at
mealtimes, telephone calls, gratuities, laundry services and items of a
personal nature.
Day
01- Scenic drive to
Depart
in a northerly direction from
From
Polokwane we travel down the scenic
Check
into the Tzaneen Country Lodge, and explore the surrounding areas on
foot.
Enjoy
a hearty dinner at the Lodge.
Day
02- Scenic Rural drive to Punda Maria Rest Camp in Kruger: Distance for
Day: 200 km
After
exploring more of the attractions in and around Tzaneen, we start
travelling through the rural countryside towards Kruger. Experience
typical rural countryside, seeing the traditional ways of the folk who
live around the area. The route we follow will be pass DuiwelsKloof
(scenic passes), Mooketsi (Largest tomato growing area in SA), and
Giyani. Arrive at the Punda Maria Rest camp, where we will be staying
for 2 nights. After enjoying lunch, relax at the poolside before
embarking on your first open vehicle game drive at sunset. Return after
sunset to the rest camp, and enjoy a wonderful braai (barbecue) under
the stars, prepared by your tourist guide.
Day
03- Punda to Pafuri area- the northern areas of Kruger: Distance for
Day: 150 km
After
an early morning wakeup call and coffee, we start driving to the most
northerly parts of the park. We visit the Quiver tree forests only found
in this area, and Crooks Corner, where
Enjoy
a brunch prepared by your tourist guide, before travelling along a
different route back to the rest camp.
Relax at the swimming pool, before doing a late afternoon game
drive. Tonight we enjoy a traditional South African Buffet dinner at the
Restaurant.
Day
04- Bush walk and drive to Letaba Rest Camp: Distance for Day: 170 km
After
an early morning wakeup call and coffee, its time for something
different. Participate in a 3 hour bush walk, which is guided by armed
nature guides with intimate knowledge of the nature.
After
breakfast and checking out, we start driving in a South Easterly
direction towards the Letaba Rest camp. See how the eco-zones and
natural scenery starts changing on route. We have rest stops at Babalala
picnic spot, and Shingwedzi (lunch) and
Mopani Rest camps. Arrive at the Letaba Rest camp, where we will
be staying for 2 nights. Tonight
we enjoy an a la carte dinner at the Restaurant.
Day
05- Full day open vehicle drive: Distance for Day: approximately 100 km
Once
again time for something different. Enjoy a full day’s game drive on
an open vehicle, accompanied by an experienced nature guide. The vehicle
is for the group’s private use, so departure and arrival times can be
determined by the group. Breakfast and lunch will be at one of the rest
camps or picnic areas in the area. We will also visit the Elephant
museum and interpretation centre. Dinner is once again a barbecue
prepared by your tourist guide.
Day
06- From Letaba to Skukuza Rest Camp: Distance for Day: 160 km
After
an early check out, we continue in a Southerly direction towards the
Skukuza Rest Camp. We have rest stops at Satara rest camp (breakfast),
Nwanetsi picnic site, Orpen Dam viewpoint, and
Tsokwane Picnic site (lunch)
Arrive at Skukuza
Rest camp, where we will be staying for 2 nights.
Relax
at the poolside before the evening sunset drive, followed a traditional
Bush Braai at an open air Boma. Return after the bush braai viewing the
nocturnal animals from the vehicle.
Day
Again
something different from viewing the wildlife. We leave the park for the
day, to explore the scenic
Day
08- Full day open vehicle drive: Skukuza to Komatipoort: Distance for
Day: approximately 100 km
Enjoy
a full day’s game drive on an open vehicle, accompanied by an
experienced nature guide. The vehicle is for the group’s private use,
so departure and arrival times can be determined by the group. Breakfast
and lunch will be at one of the rest camps or picnic areas in the area.
Your luggage will be transferred to the next stop. Exit the park at
Check
into the Bucklers Africa Guest Lodge, which is situated on the banks of
the
Day
09-
Enjoy
breakfast on the veranda overlooking the park. The last day’s drive in
the park is relaxing, covering the roads alongside the
Day
10- Scenic drive to
Enjoy
a relaxing breakfast at the lodge, we depart towards
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