9 day kruger park safari

9 Day Safari Tour to Kruger National Park, Swaziland, Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve & St Lucia

 Heritage Tours & Safaris offers you an opportunity to witness and explore South Africa.

Trip Details:

Join us on a 9 Day Photographic Safari,

To Kruger National Park, Panorama Route, Swaziland, Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve Big5

(the oldest Proclaimed reserve in Africa) & Isimangaliso Wetlands Park (South Africa’s first World Heritage Site),

pristine beauty is preserved in 3 exceptionally scenic national parks.

Set out to explore on our open game drive safari vehicles.

Spot wildlife up close with your personal knowledgeable guide, African sunrise’s in Kruger National Park,

Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve & Sunsets in Ismangaliso Wetlands Park.

Enjoy seeing Hippo/Nile Crocodiles while enroute up the St Lucia Estuary by boat,

go in search of the elusive Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo while out in the bush at night on a night Safari.

Hluhluwe Safari 3 hour

Trip Highlights

  • Travel through South Africa’s finest areas, Panoramic Route, Blydes River Canyon, Kruger National Park, Swaziland, Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve (oldest proclaimed park in Africa)
  • Isimangaliso Wetlands Park (World Heritage Site)

Included:

  • Open 4×4 Game Drive Safaris Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve
  • Night Drive Open 4×4 Game Drive Safari Isimangaliso Wetlands Park (Western Shores)
  • Snorkeling at Cape Vidal (snorkeling gear provided) Isimangaliso Wetlands Park (Eastern Shores)
  • Hippo & Crocodile Boat Safari Guided Bush Walks
  • Early Morning and Late Afternoon Game Drives (4) Kruger National Park (Luxury 4×4 Vehicle)

Extras:

Zulu Dancing R180.00 p/p

Itinerary

Day 1 — Durban International Airport, arrive St Lucia,South Africa

Arrive at King Shaka International Airport, travel to St Lucia South Africa with you’re guide.

Late afternoon join us on a Boat cruise up the St Lucia Estuary to witness Hippo wallowing, Nile Crocodiles,

African Fish Eagle and a lot more.

After dinner we are of on a Night Drive into the Isimangaliso Wetlands Park in search of Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo,

Chameleons and lots lots more, hear the bush come alive..

2 hour boat cruise/ 2,5 hour Night Drive Safari Overnight at Umlilo Lodge

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Day 2— Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve Big 5

Board the 4*4 open game drive vehicle as we are of on a early Big5 safari to Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve,

witness the wildlife in the oldest proclaimed game reserve in Africa. Keep an eye out for the Big5,

African Wild Dog and Cheetah that hunt in the open plains.

Traditional South African bush barbeque in the reserve while observing the wildlife at one of the many scenic picnic spots.

With spectacular vantage points your personal and knowledgeable game ranger will get you the sightings that you love to see.

African Vultures swirling in the skies, cries of Hyenas and Wild Dogs hunting this safari will remain with you for years to come.

9 hour Big 5 Safari Overnight at Umlilo Lodge

Day 3- Cape Vidal (Isimangaliso Wetlands Park) & Swaziland

 

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A early departure as we set off into the Isimangaliso Wetlands Park,

A World Heritage Site this park has a lot to offer,

5 distinct ecosystems, mangroves, forests, vegetated dunes, estuary and marine reserve.

Witness the Humpbacks in winter as they migrate past the point of Cape Vidal. Depart for Swaziland.

4 hour Safari Overnight at Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

 

Day 4- Depart for Kruger National Park

After a hearty breakfast we travel to Swazi Candles in the Malkerns Valley,

then visit the Ngwenya glass factory where all the products are hand made from recycled glass we travel via Piggs Peak towards the border to reach Kruger National Park.

Overnight at Mvuradona Private Game Lodge 

 

Day 5-6 Safari and Explore Kruger National Park

The next 2 Days are spent on Game Drives, Guided Walks and relaxing within the World Famous Kruger National Park.

Skukuza will be the next stop on you’re safari expedition.

Overnight at Skukuza Rest Camp

 

Day 7- Panoramic Route

We travel to the magnificent Three Rondavels view site at the Blyde River Canyon.

We walk along the cliffs to appreciate the breathtaking views then onto Graskop to marvel at scenic areas such as the Pinnacle, God’s Window,

Lisbon Falls, Bourke’s Luck Potholes (a walk down the hill to this unique trick of nature is worth the effort).

Overnight at Dar Amane

 

Day 8- Panoramic Route

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We continue to Sabie where we walk through indigenous forest to visit Lone Creek Falls,

onto to Pilgrim’s Rest a early gold mining town turned into a living museum.

Rich deposits of alluvial gold were found here at the end of the 19th century, deep in the mountains.

Overnight at Blyde River Canyon Lodge

 

Day 9- Panoramic Route to Johannesburgh

After a hearty breakfast we travel over Robbers Pass onto to Johannesburgh as this is the last day of our travels.

 “Safaris Details” Trip Cost: R 5.500 pp Price is per person, double occupancy. Airfare is not included.  transfer’s included to and from Durban International TOUR NAME : South African 9 Day Exploration Safari Take Along: Binoculars, Camera and Sun Block MEALS INCLUDED :

Breakfasts and Dinners Maximum Clients : 12 DURATION : 9 Days ROUTE : Durban-Zululand-Swaziland-Kruger National Park-Mpumalanga-Johannesburg SPECIAL NOTES : Multi entry visa into South Africa MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS : An anti-malaria drug is recommended.

DRESS REQUIREMENTS : Warm windbreakers/jackets for night game drives in open game drive vehicle Price is per person, double occupancy. Airfare is not included. For questions, please call +27 834572147  / +27 35 5901555

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Related Links:

For maps of Kruger National Park: https://www.krugerpark.co.za/Maps_of_Kruger_Park-travel/kruger-national-park-main-map.htm l
For more related information from Kruger National Park:  https://www.thekruger.com/
The official park authority:  https://sanparks.org.za/
Need to book at ticket:  https://www.flysaa.com/za/en/
Swaziland Facts and Information: https://www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0108004.html
South Africa Information: https://www.c2a.co.za/