Kruger Big 5 Safari

Dive with Sharks off the East Coast of South Africa and then transfer to Kruger Park for the Big 5 with a Wildlife Safari to remember forever!

Explore the wild beauty of Greater Kruger Park with our exclusive wildlife safaris. Encounter the Big 5, immerse in stunning landscapes, and enjoy 4 star accommodations. Our expert guides ensure an unforgettable adventure with personalized service and exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities. Book your Greater Kruger Park safari today for a thrilling and immersive nature experience.

OVERVIEW

The lodge is ideally located in the Greater Kruger National Park,
with the “Big 5
”.

In the early mornings and late afternoon’s, you can enjoy game drives through the Reserve.  Enjoy sundowners on the banks of the Olifants River.  One day is dedicated to a full day’s drive into the Kruger Park through the Phalaborwa gate.  During the day you can visit numerous places of interest, arranged by the lodge in advance. Or relax by the swimming pool on the sundeck or large shaded terrace, with a view of the waterhole.     Delicious meals are served in the restaurant, on the outside terrace near the pool or sitting around the campfire and listening to the sounds of the African Night.  Your hosts will be available for you at all times and will make sure that you experience your ultimate bush experience at the lodge.

Almost every day, various kind of animals come to visit the lodge, just walking by or having a drink or bath at the waterhole.  There are many birds’ sightings, plus you can view the Big TV which monitors the waterhole day and night.

ITINERARY – 4 Days / 3 nights package

DAY 1 – Welcome cocktail.  Check-in from 14:00.  Late afternoon safari game drive in the Greater Kruger park, followed by a 3 -course dinner.

DAY 2 – Full day trip starting from the Phalaborwa gate (breakfast & lunch in Kruger National Park), followed by a 3-course dinner at the lodge.

DAY 3 – Enjoy breakfast, then lunch.  Late afternoon safari game drive in the Greater Kruger Park, followed by a 3-course dinner.  (Optional extra activities to be booked in advanced).

DAY 4 – Early morning safari game drive, followed by breakfast.  Check out at 10:00.

INFINITY SWIMMING POOL

The Lodge has a beautiful swimming pool with a Lapa, relaxing area, shaded by a thatched roof, to relax and cool down from a hot day.  You can enjoy your drinks, have a meal or just enjoy the view.

Free WIFI available throughout the entire lodge.  Business services available in the reception office.  Laundry service available daily. 24-hour front desk.  Restaurant, bar and braai boma. TV lounge showing the waterhole day and night, so you don’t miss anything.

Optional extras:  for example, helicopter flight, visit to the boat station on the river, wine/gin tasting, bird watching, local village tours, balloon flights and bush walks, and in-house massages.

THE VIEWING DECK

The viewing deck above the restaurant has an enormous view of the bush and waterhole.  It has a thatched roof and comfortable chairs, with wifi available.

THE RESTAURANT

Enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast usually between 8:00 -9:30, depending on your return from the game drive. 
Have a  light lunch on the deck, by the pool.


Dinner is served on your return from the late afternoon safari drive in the Lapa, near the pool or in the restaurant depending on the weather. This is a delicious 3-course set meal. 
Cash bar available all day.  (Please don’t bring your own drinks).




THREE   BUSH   CHALETS

Two people in each chalet, or single supplement available.
Each has a private patio overlooking the bush and waterhole.

Each chalet has a luxury outside shower with a view of the bush.



All chalets have USB wall sockets and European wall sockets, for charging batteries and smart phones.  Free wifi. 

INTERIOR

A comfortable chalet with a king size double bed (or change to twin beds), feather duvets or a light blanket.  Two relaxing chairs with a tea/coffee station. All have air-con and a ceiling fan.
All doors and windows are equipped with mosquito screens.  There is use of a hair dryer, and digital safe big enough for laptops and cameras.  Bed side lamps for a little reading.

All chalets have an inside shower room and twin wash basins.  There is a separate toilet.
One of the 3 chalets has a shower and bath.

Enjoy an outdoor shower with a view, under the stars.

THE FAMILY CHALET

The family chalet has a king size XL bed on the ground floor.  On the ground floor there is an inside shower room, twin basins, separate toilet, and stairs leading up to the top floor.

The top floor has a double queen size XL bed. It overlooks the ground floor. They can’t be changed to single beds

Left photo of top floor bedroom. Both rooms have their own ceiling and air-con, USB and European wall sockets, and free wifi.

Ground floor bedroom opening up onto the patio. 
There is also an outside shower, on the private patio.

On the ground floor is the shower room, separate enclosed toilet, and two basins. The stairs lead up to the top floor.

SAFARI GAME DRIVE
Included is the morning safari game drive.  Depart around sunrise, and enjoy coffee/tea/hot chocolate, with a snack.  The late afternoon safari game drive departs two hours before sunset and returns approx. half an hour after sunset.  Includes sundowners (drinks and snacks).  The drives are approximately 3 hours.

Beautiful sunsets throughout summer and winter.
Included is a Full day Kruger Park drive entering from the Phalaborwa gate for about 10 hours, including breakfast and lunch and guided by a qualified Field Guide who knows the area well and has a wealth of information.

ARIEL VIEW
Lodge and swimming pool, three chalets, family chalet, solar panels and waterhole.  There is a high two-strand electrified fence to keep the elephants from coming too close to the buildings and trees.  All other animals can roam freely throughout the lodge area; therefore, the lodge is not the place for children.

SUSTAINABILITY
The lodge is “Off-Grid” meaning it has a large solar power system which is totally self-supported when it comes to electricity.  No need to worry about South Africa’s load shedding durations. Water comes directly from the boreholes, specially filtered for drinking and cooking. The lodge is sustainable in other ways.  All the furniture is made from waste wood coming from local citrus farms.  There is a small souvenir shop with gifts hand made by the staff and their community.

INCLUDED:
3 Nights / 4 Days Full Board and Game Drives.      
Return transfer from Hoedspruit Eastgate airport to the lodge (one hours drive).  Conservation fees.     

Until June 2025 – prices from:
R14 600pp sharing.   R18 800 single supplement.
Until June 2026 – prices from:
R16 315 pp sharing. R21 030 single supplement.
(Optional: self-drive in your own car to the lodge. Secure parking)

EXCLUDED:
Flights from O R Tambo International airport, Johannesburg/Gauteng, to Hoedspruit EastGate airport.

TERMS & CONDITIONS.   
Please confirm your reservation with a deposit.
50% Deposit confirms your booking. 
100% Paid no later than 30 days before arrival. Prices may be subject to change based on economic development in SA.  A customized quote will be sent upon enquiring.  Self-driving guests to pay their own gate entry fees.
IF CANCELLING:
50% of the deposit will be refunded up to one month before arrival date.

Elephants arrive in the morning’s golden glow, graceful Giants, their beauty on show.
Water is thrown, a cooling delight – a Spa Day in the sun’s warm light!

The Matriarch watches, wise and old, her family’s joy her heart doth enfold.
She trumpets loud a call to part, the heard follows with loving hearts.

Through the bushveld the make their way, a majestic procession, at the end of the day!