Kruger National Park Safari and Mozambique Diving Adventure
| Starting point: |
Johannesburg/Pretoria |
| End point: |
Pretoria/Johannesburg |
| Duration: |
12 Days |
| Costing: |
R25200.00. pp for 12 days |
Tour Description
The Kruger National Park is among Mpumalanga’s biggest assets, a vast expanse of sun-drenched bushveld and home to the Big Five. The Park was established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African Lowveld and is one of the most famous national parks in the world. It measures 350 km from north to south, and approximately 60 km at its widest point, covering a total surface area of 1 948 528 hectares of unrivalled diversity of life forms fuses with historical and archaeological sites – this is real Africa. The ecosystem is constantly maintained in its natural state to afford visitors the feeling and ambience of Africa.
Kruger National Park is truly the flagship of the South African national parks. Man's interaction with the Lowveld environment over many centuries - from bushman rock paintings to majestic archaeological sites like Masorini and Thulamela - is very evident in the Kruger National Park. These treasures represent the cultures, persons and events that played a role in the history of the Kruger National Park and are conserved along with the park's natural assets.
Mozambique is a third world country however it is one of the world’s best tropical holiday destination.
Mozambique offers miles and miles of unspoiled coastline and untouched natural areas. The people are very laidback and friendly and if you approach the country for what it is you will love it.
If you are an adventurer then Mozambique is the right place for you.
The Mozambique shores provide a fascinating reef life and some of the finest diving and snorkelling all year round, mainly due to moderate winter temperatures and high summer temperatures. It rarely gets cold in the tropics. With an Indian Ocean that at times resembles the Caribbean.
And if you are there to relax, you can lay and sunbath or take a long walk along miles of unspoiled beaches.
Giant Leatherback and Loggerhead turtles nest here from October to March. There are five species of sea turtle found along the coastline.
Huge Manta Rays and Whale Sharks can be seen throughout the year. From June until October the waters play host to Humpback Whales.
Bird live is prolific with the Trumpeter Hornbill being a common resident.
The vehicles we use are specifically chosen to be suitable for the area. Some of the areas we travel comprise very thick sand, other is clay surfaces, and still others can comprise a hard surface overlaying a pool of treacherous mud. All of these surfaces can change rapidly under varying conditions. In addition to close-up encounters with wildlife, our adventures also provide a diverse an in-dept encounter with many of the folk who contribute to the land we travel in, to really appreciate the beauty of Africa in all its facets.
This is designed as an adventure trip, and the unexpected can be expected. Be prepared.
This package combines great diving with an exciting wildlife safari and the opportunity to view the “Big five”.
Tour summary
Note that although we endeavour to abide by the primary itinerary indicated below, unexpected situations and circumstances beyond our control can result in small (or, occasionally, substantial) changes. This should then be taken as a general guideline.
Day 0: Arrival Day
Day 1: Elephant Lodge
Day 2: Lower Sabie
Day 3: Crocodile Bridge
Day 4: Berg en Dal
Day 5: Pretoriuskop
Day 6: Transfer to Mozambique
Day 7 - 12: Mozambique
Tour costing - R25200.00. pp for 12 days ZAR
Kindly refer to the section of this proposal after the detailed tour itinerary for some comments and explanations, as well as details about what is included and excluded.
A deposit of 50% would be required in advance to secure the various bookings en route. We would suggest this be done on confirmation of your booking.
Payments made in foreign currency will be subject to the effective rate of exchange prevailing at the time of transfer.
We supply a copy of our detailed “Terms and Condition” should you indicate your interest in this proposal.
Day 0: Arrival Day
Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport. Flight arrival times to be confirmed in advance. We will meet you the airport, and transfer you to our guesthouse for check in. You may spend the rest of the day at leisure, catch up on some shopping or sleep.
We have a quick tour briefing.
Overnight in Pretoria
Day 1: Elephant Loge Kruger National Park
We head out towards the Kruger National Park and enter the park through the Orpen gate. We continue our journey to Elephant Lodge along the route we stop at bobejaan krans (get out point) where we can stretch our legs and take some photos. We travel along the Timbavati River and visit Groblers Plaque and Timbavati.
Overnight at Elephant Lodge. Enjoy some sun downers on the deck overlooking the river.
Day 2: Lower Sabie
After breakfast we continue south to Lower Sabie. On our route south we stop at Reitz Pontoon historical site, Wolhuter’s lion attack site, Orpen dam, Mlondozi dam and game drinking holes.
We spend the night in Lower Sabie.
Day 3: Crocodile Bridge
We depart from Lower Sabie to Crocodile Bridge. On the route we travel along the Sabie River, stop in Skukuza for some refreshments. Visit De Laporte’s windmill, Grano Hill view site, Shirimantanga get out point, Steve Hamilton grave, view Bushman paintings, Biyamiti dam, the old trade route, Sardelli’s store, Duke, Albasini Trading Post.
Overnight in Crocodile Bridge
Day 4: Berg en Dal
The next morning we depart for Berg en Dal. On the way we stop at game watering holes, Mpondo dam view site, and Buffeldoring dam, Muhlamadvude, Outspan Plaque, James Ampe and Matjula.
Overnight in Berg en Dal
Day 5: Pretoriuskop
We depart for Pretoriuskop. Stop at Jock of the Bushveld Plaque, Komapiti dam, Jock of the Bushveld birth place, Manungu’s kraal view site, Pretorius view site.
Overnight in Pretoriuskop
Day 7 - 11: Mozambique
We will dive the local reefs which is bursting with all kinds of marine life including whale sharks. When you are on the boat keep your eyes open for whale sharks, whales and dolphins. If you spot any you will have the opportunity to snorkel with them, an experience you won’t forget.
The afternoons will be yours to spend at your own leisure, maybe relaxing on the beach or try some of the local beers in the beach bars. Dinner will be served by friendly locals and stories of the day can be shared. Comfortable accommodation will followed by more exciting dives.
Day 12: Return to Johannesburg
Return to Johannesburg (OR Tambo Airport) and bid each other farewell or you can extend your South African holiday adventure by joining us on any of our other great packages.
Tour costing – Some comments and details
The tour prices indicated below include the following:
- All accommodation, meals, teas, coffees and soft drinks
- All activities specifically indicated in the itinerary (unless specified “optional” or “own cost”)
- The provision of suitable 4X4 vehicles for the duration of the trip, with appropriately licensed and experienced driver/guides
- Local specialist guides, as required
- Insurance and Emergency evacuation cover (we also insist that guests carry their own comprehensive Travel Insurances)
- Entrance to all National Parks en route
- Cross border charges as required
The following items are not included in the price of this safari package:
- Visas charges for the various countries
- Alcoholic beverages en route and most establishments
- Items of a personal nature
- Curios, etc
- Activities and items not included in the detailed itinerary
Kindly note the following aspects:
- Accommodation and activities are subjected to availability at the time of booking, and, in some cases, depending on other conditions prevailing on arrival.
- It may not always be possible to use the proposed establishment, and in some cases an alternative must be found.
- Early bookings help prevent variations of this nature
- Lunches provide en route are normally of the picnic variety, due to the unavailability or unsuitable of places to stop along the route
