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Kruger Safari & Mozambique Beach Escape

Bush meets beach — Big Five safari followed by tropical paradise

8 Days / 7 Nights
From $4,500 per person
2–6 guests
Kruger National Park
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Tour Overview

The ultimate Southern African combo — three nights of Big Five safari in the Greater Kruger followed by four nights on Mozambique's pristine beaches. This is the trip that gives you everything: the thrill of tracking lions at dawn, the romance of a bush dinner under the stars, and then the bliss of turquoise Indian Ocean waters, coral reefs teeming with marine life, and barefoot luxury on white sand. Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago or Vilanculos coastline offers some of the most spectacular marine experiences in the world — snorkelling with whale sharks, diving pristine coral reefs, dhow sailing at sunset, and feasting on fresh seafood. This combination is particularly popular with honeymooners and couples who want the best of both worlds.

Three nights of Big Five safari in Greater Kruger
Four nights on Mozambique's tropical beach
Snorkelling or diving with whale sharks & manta rays
Dhow sunset cruise on the Indian Ocean
Fresh seafood and Portuguese-Mozambican cuisine
Bush-to-beach seamless transfer
Twice-daily game drives + beach relaxation

Your Journey

Day-by-Day Itinerary

8 Days / 7 Nights29 Activities

Fly into Hoedspruit and transfer to your safari lodge in the Greater Kruger. Settle in, enjoy lunch, and head out for your first afternoon game drive. The bush is alive with activity as animals gather at waterholes in the late afternoon light.

Afternoon
Airport transfer to safari lodge
Welcome lunch
First afternoon game drive
Evening
Sundowners in the bush

Tonight's Stay

Luxury Safari Lodge — Greater Kruger

Lunch Dinner

Immerse yourself in the bush with a full day of safari activities. Morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five, with a guided bush walk or spa time in between. Tonight, enjoy a romantic bush dinner under the stars.

Afternoon
Twice-daily game drives
Guided bush walk
Evening
Bush dinner under the stars

Tonight's Stay

Luxury Safari Lodge — Greater Kruger

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Your last full day in the bush — morning and afternoon drives with maximum effort from your ranger to tick off any remaining species on your wish list. The evening boma farewell dinner is a celebration of your safari.

Morning
Morning and afternoon game drives
Evening
Boma farewell dinner
Last sundowner in the bush

Tonight's Stay

Luxury Safari Lodge — Greater Kruger

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

After a final morning drive and breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Mozambique. Touch down in Vilanculos and transfer to your beachfront lodge. Toes in the sand, cocktail in hand, Indian Ocean before you — the change of scene is magical.

Morning
Final morning game drive
Afternoon
Charter flight to Mozambique
Beachfront lodge arrival
Evening
Sunset cocktails on the beach

Tonight's Stay

Luxury Beach Lodge — Mozambique

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Wake to the sound of the Indian Ocean. After breakfast, board a traditional dhow for a sail to the Bazaruto Archipelago where you'll snorkel pristine coral reefs teeming with tropical fish. Keep your eyes open for dolphins and sea turtles. Return for a lazy afternoon by the pool before a sunset dhow cruise with champagne.

Afternoon
Traditional dhow sailing trip
Coral reef snorkelling
Dolphin and turtle spotting
Evening
Sunset champagne cruise

Tonight's Stay

Luxury Beach Lodge — Mozambique

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Today's highlight — an ocean safari to swim with whale sharks (seasonal, Nov–Mar) or a scuba dive on the coral reefs. Non-divers can enjoy kayaking, beach horse riding, or simply relax at the spa. Fresh seafood lunch on the beach.

Morning
Whale shark swim (seasonal) or scuba dive
Beach relaxation
Afternoon
Spa treatment
Evening
Fresh seafood beach lunch

Tonight's Stay

Luxury Beach Lodge — Mozambique

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

A free day to do as much or as little as you like. Options include deep-sea fishing, a visit to the local Vilanculos market, a cooking class in Portuguese-Mozambican cuisine, or simply swinging in a hammock with a good book. Farewell dinner on the beach.

Afternoon
Optional deep-sea fishing
Local market visit
Cooking class (optional)
Evening
Farewell beach dinner

Tonight's Stay

Luxury Beach Lodge — Mozambique

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Final morning at the beach — a sunrise walk or swim before breakfast. Transfer to Vilanculos Airport for your flight home or to your next destination.

Morning
Sunrise beach walk
Farewell breakfast
Afternoon
Airport transfer

Tonight's Stay

N/A — Departure day

Breakfast
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8 Days of Unforgettable Moments

29 curated activities across 3 unique stays

Interactive Route Map

What's Included

  • All accommodation (3 nights safari + 4 nights beach)
  • All meals as indicated
  • Twice-daily game drives at Kruger
  • Guided bush walk
  • Charter flight Kruger to Mozambique
  • Dhow cruise with snorkelling
  • Sunset champagne cruise
  • All park and marine reserve fees
  • Airport and lodge transfers
  • House drinks (safari) and selected drinks (beach)

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Mozambique visa (if required)
  • Whale shark swim / scuba diving (optional)
  • Deep-sea fishing (optional)
  • Spa treatments
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance

How to Get There

Fly Johannesburg to Hoedspruit (1h 10min) for the safari portion. Transfer from Kruger to Mozambique via charter flight (Hoedspruit to Vilanculos, ~2h) or connect via Johannesburg. Return from Vilanculos or Maputo.

Best Time to Visit

May to October for safari (dry season). Mozambique beaches are best October to March for warm water and whale shark season. The sweet spot is September–October when both destinations are excellent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Starting from

$4,500

per person sharing

Duration8 Days / 7 Nights
Travel StyleMid-Range
Group Size2–6 guests
DestinationKruger National Park

No booking fees · Free cancellation up to 30 days

Ideal For

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