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Prove that an incredible Big Five safari does not need to cost a fortune. This 5-day overland camping safari through Kruger National Park stays at SANParks rest camps, includes all game drives, park fees, and camping equipment. See lions, elephants, and leopards while sleeping under canvas to the sounds of the African bush.
Cinematic Timeline
Early departure from Johannesburg. Enter Kruger via Phalaborwa Gate. Afternoon open-vehicle game drive. Set up camp at Letaba Rest Camp. BBQ dinner under the stars.
Early departure from Johannesburg. Enter Kruger via Phalaborwa Gate. Afternoon open-vehicle game drive. Set up camp at Letaba Rest Camp. BBQ dinner under the stars.
Sunrise drive for last Big Five encounters. Pack up camp. Depart Kruger. Return to Johannesburg by evening.
Sunrise drive for last Big Five encounters. Pack up camp. Depart Kruger. Return to Johannesburg by evening.
Sunrise game drive to Lower Sabie — prime Big Five territory. Spot lion, elephant, and buffalo at waterholes. Lunch stop at a picnic site. Afternoon drive along the Sabie River — hippos and crocodiles.
Sunrise game drive to Lower Sabie — prime Big Five territory. Spot lion, elephant, and buffalo at waterholes. Lunch stop at a picnic site. Afternoon drive along the Sabie River — hippos and crocodiles.
Drive to Satara — predator capital of Kruger. Lion, cheetah, and wild dog territory. Afternoon sunset drive. Camp at Satara Rest Camp.
Drive to Satara — predator capital of Kruger. Lion, cheetah, and wild dog territory. Afternoon sunset drive. Camp at Satara Rest Camp.
Drive north to Olifants — spectacular river gorge views. Elephant herds along the Olifants River. Camp at Olifants. Night drive (optional).
Drive north to Olifants — spectacular river gorge views. Elephant herds along the Olifants River. Camp at Olifants. Night drive (optional).
4 Experiences · 3h 30m Journey
8:00 AM departure · 11:30 AM return · Every moment accounted for
Route is approximate and may vary based on conditions.
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"Absolutely incredible experience! Our guide was so knowledgeable and passionate. The views were breathtaking and the whole day was perfectly organized. Best tour we've ever done in South Africa."
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