Safari OverviewThe “rainbow nation” of South Africa is known not only for its multi-ethnic society that encompasses a wide variety of cultures, languages, and religions. It is equally famous for its stunning natural beauty and incredible fauna and flora. In fact, the country is ranked 6th out of the world’s seventeen megadiverse countries!
South Africa boasts 22,000 different higher plant species (9% of all the known species on Earth), 297 species of mammals (including Africa’s famed Big Five), a bird count of at least 858 species, 447 species of reptile and 132 species of amphibians. Furthermore the country has excellent tourism infrastructure, a generally temperate climate and some of the best game reserves in all of Africa.
This 10 day safari has been carefully put together to offer you the best chance to see all the classic big game species of Africa, along with superb scenery, incredible birds, fantastic cuisine, excellent accommodation and much more. Let’s go on safari!
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Safari starts in Johannesburg and ends in Durban
Duration: 10 days/9 nights
Type of accommodation: Comfortable / Mid-range
Next Group departure date: To be confirmed
Private small group, customized safaris can be booked on request
• Kruger National Park-
One of Africa’s top wildlife sanctuaries and South Africa’s best
• Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary-
The (mountainous) jewel in eSwatini’s conservation crown
• Mkuze Game Reserve-
Beautiful reserve with the Big Five and more than 500 bird species
• Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park-
Lots of hills, rhinos and rare species, and SA’s oldest reserve
Top Mammals:
Lion
Leopard
African Buffalo
White and Black Rhinoceros
African Elephant
African Wild Dog
Cheetah
Top Birds:
White-backed Vulture
Lappet-faced Vulture
White-headed Vulture
Martial Eagle
Tawny Eagle
Kori Bustard
Narina Trogon
Gorgeous Bushshrike
Olive Bushshrike
Knysna Turaco
Purple-crested Turaco
Optional Activities:
• Night game drive in Kruger National Park
• Mountain biking or horse riding in Mlilwane
*Please enquire about these optional activities before the safari departs. We can book these activities for you.
| ITINERARY OVERVIEW |
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| Day 1 | Start of safari in Johannesburg; drive or fly to Kruger National Park |
| Day 2-3 | Kruger National Park (Skukuza) |
| Day 4 | Kruger National Park (Berg-en-Dal) |
| Day 5 | Kruger National Park to Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary |
| Day 6 | Mlilwane to Mkuze Game Reserve |
| Day 7 | Mkuze Game Reserve |
| Day 8 | Mkuze to Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park |
| Day 9 | Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park |
| Day 10 | Hluhluwe-Imfolozi to King Shaka Airport and Departure |
Keep in mind that all our tours can be customised according to your specific requirements.
Talk to us at info@naturetravelafrica.com for more information about this or any other Africa Safari.
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