7 Day South Africa Safari

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7 Day South Africa Safari
South Africa
Duration: 7 days
GIP Safaris Limited
$3,420
Deposit: $1,325

About this trip

 Explore the best of South Africa on a 7-day mid-range safari, combining breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable cultural experiences. Starting with a direct transfer from the airport or your hotel to the heart of South Africa’s iconic parks, you’ll enjoy a seamless journey through some of the country’s most spectacular destinations, from Kruger National Park to the Panorama Route 

What's included

Transfers to and from Johannesburg

Accommodation

Accommodation in mid-range lodges (6 nights)

Meals

All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Tour Guide

Professional guide and park rangers

Game Drives

Daily game drives and activities as per the itinerary

Park fees

Entrance fees to national parks and reserves

Panorama Route tour

Panorama Route tour

Cultural experience

Cultural experience

Drinking Water

Bottled water during game drives

What's not included

Flights

International flights to/from Johannesburg

Insurance

Travel insurance

Visa

Visa fees (if applicable)

Tips

Gratuities for guides and staff

Personal expenses

Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses

Optional activities

Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Day 1

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Arrival in Johannesburg – Transfer to Kruger National Park

 

  • Pick up: Upon your arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport or from your hotel in Johannesburg, you will be greeted by your guide and begin the scenic drive to Kruger National Park (about 5-6 hours).
  • Lunch stop: En route, enjoy a stop for lunch before entering the park.
  • Afternoon: Arrive at your lodge inside or near Kruger. Settle in and take in the sights around the lodge.
  • Evening: After a sunset game drive, enjoy dinner at the lodge.
  • Overnight: Mid-range lodge in or near Kruger National Park

Day 2

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Full-Day Safari in Kruger National Park

 

  • Morning: Early start for a full-day game drive in Kruger National Park, one of Africa's largest and most famous reserves. Spot the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino) and various other species.
  • Lunch: Picnic lunch at a rest camp in the park.
  • Afternoon: Continue exploring different areas of Kruger, guided by experienced rangers.
  • Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.
  • Overnight: Mid-range lodge in Kruger.

Day 3

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Morning Safari & Panorama Route Tour

 

  • Morning: Another morning game drive in Kruger before departing for the Panorama Route.
  • Panorama Route Highlights: Explore Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the Three Rondavels.
  • Evening: Arrive at your lodge along the Panorama Route for dinner and rest.
  • Overnight: Lodge near the Panorama Route.

Day 4

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Kruger National Park – Private Game Reserve

 

  • Morning: Enjoy breakfast and a relaxed morning before heading to a nearby private game reserve.
  • Afternoon: Arrive at the private reserve and check in to your lodge. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive, led by expert guides, to track elusive animals and enjoy intimate wildlife encounters.
  • Evening: Dinner under the stars, followed by a night drive to spot nocturnal wildlife.
  • Overnight: Mid-range lodge in the private reserve.

Day 5

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Full-Day Safari in Private Game Reserve

 

  • Morning & Afternoon: Morning and evening game drives with ample time to relax at the lodge. Enjoy personalized safari experiences, such as off-road drives and bush walks, where you can get closer to nature.
  • Lunch: Served at the lodge between game drives.
  • Evening: Dinner and storytelling by the fire.
  • Overnight: Mid-range lodge in the private reserve.

Day 6

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Cultural Experience & Wildlife Interaction

 

  • Morning: Visit a nearby local community for an immersive cultural experience, including traditional dancing, storytelling, and interactions with local artisans.
  • Afternoon: Return to the lodge for lunch and enjoy a relaxing afternoon by the pool or on a guided nature walk.
  • Evening: Sundowner game drive followed by a farewell bush dinner.
  • Overnight: Mid-range lodge in the private reserve.

Day 7

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Return to Johannesburg and Departure

 

  • Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive or bush walk before departing the reserve.
  • Transfer: Drive back to Johannesburg with a lunch stop en route.
  • Drop off: You’ll be dropped off at O.R. Tambo International Airport or at your hotel in Johannesburg, concluding your safari adventure.

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