South Africa. Bush and Beach Safari

Days 1 - 3: Kruger National Park & Thornybush Reserve

Fly to a private game reserve forming part of the 2.2 million hectare Greater Kruger National Park. Join a game ranger and a Shangaan tracker in search of the Big Five (elephant, leopard, lion, buffalo and rhino) as well the elusive wild dog, and a wide variety of antelope. Game drives are in open vehicles allowing unobstructed views of wildlife and night drives with spotlights offer chances to catch a glimpse of nocturnal species like genets and porcupines. At night retire to comfortable, stylish rooms and personal attention from the local staff. Evenings are a special time in the bush, often spent with a drink in hand watching the sun set over the vast wilderness. Overnights Serondella Lodge.

Accomodations: Serondella Game Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 4 - 6: Greater St. Lucia

After breakfast, transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport (MQP) for your commercial flight to Richard’s Bay Airport (via Johannesburg). On arrival you are transferred by vehicle to the Maputaland Coastal Forest Reserve and Rocktail Beach Camp near the shores of the Indian Ocean. Situated offshore from Rocktail Bay is the Maputaland Marine Reserve, which offers extraordinary diving and snorkeling encounters with huge shoals of fish, dolphins and whales. The whole area has been declared a World Heritage Site. From a scuba diving perspective, Rocktail Bay is unique. Not only is the diving conducted within a Reserve and World Heritage Site along unspoiled reefs, but divers have the luxury of knowing that they alone have access to these sites and are the only underwater visitors along this stretch of the coastline. Activities at Rocktail Beach include guided walking on beach and forest trails, snorkeling at Lala Nek, and trips to Lake sibaya. SCUBA diving is available at additional cost. Overnights Rocktail Beach Camp.

Accomodations: Rocktail Beach Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 7 - 8: Thanda Game Reserve, Kwazulu Natal

Depart Rocktail Bay this morning by vehicle for the drive north to the Thanda Private Game Reserve. In a game area rich with wildlife including rhino, lion, elephant, impala, warthog and buffalo, Thanda prides itself on combining fantastic game viewing with insight into the local Zulu culture. Through traditional Impi warrior dances and village visits see the ambition and enthusiasm of the children as well as the incredible effort that is being put into recording and sharing Zulu history and traditions. Sample Zulu food at the lodge, and listen to Zulu songs that will stay with you long after your departure. Overnights Thanda Tented Camp.

Accomodations: Thanda Private Game Reserve

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner