Wildlife & Warriors South Africa Tour

Experience the amazing landscapes, cultural contrasts, wildlife sanctuaries beginning with a scenic drive through the Panorama Route and a Big 5 safari in the Kruger National Park, before heading into the Kingdom of Swaziland. Enjoy fascinating cultural visits, game drives in the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park then an exciting boat trip in the Isimangaliso Wetlands Park. The tour ends on a relaxing note, on a sunny Durban beach.
This tour can also be designed as a Self Drive Itinerary, please ask us for details.

Day 1: Blyde River Canyon (D)

Depart Johannesburg and travel to the ‘Land of the Rising Sun – Mpumalanga via the magnificent Panorama Route. The most spectacular stretch of the Panorama Route is the Blyde River Canyon. From many well-positioned vantage points one has a view of the 33km long gorge, which starts at “Bourke’s Luck Potholes” and ends at the “Three Rondavels”. Time and weather permitting, stop at God’s Window and the Mac Mac Falls. Late afternoon arrival at your hotel. Check in and freshen up before dinner.
Overnight: Perry’s Bridge Hollow or similar

Day 2: Kruger National Park (B/D)

Early this morning we depart on an open vehicle safari through the Kruger National Park. The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. At nearly 2 million hectares, the reserve is the flagship of South African National Parks and is home to an impressive number of flora and fauna. Return to the hotel in the afternoon and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Perry’s Bridge Hollow or similar

Day 3: Swaziland (B/L)

After breakfast, travel to the Royal Kingdom of Swaziland. This tiny mountainous kingdom is filled with bygone African traditions and culture and offers beautiful scenery and attractions such as game reserves and art & craft outlets to name a few. Enjoy a showcase of the traditional Swazi culture followed by lunch at the Matsamo Cultural Village. After spending some time at the Mbabane craft markets, arrive at your hotel, located in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley.
Overnight: Royal Swazi Sun or similar

Day 4: KwaZulu Natal (B/D)

Enjoy a morning visit to the Swazi Candle Factory where each candle is made and finished by hand using the age-old technique “millefiore”. Continue via Big Bend into KwaZulu Natal. Arrive at your hotel in the afternoon, in time to embark on an afternoon scenic drive up the Ubombo Mountains, offering views over Lake Jozini. At the summit and as the setting sun transforms the sky into a tapestry of colours, stop for sundowners. Return to the hotel.
Overnight: Ghost Mountain Inn or similar

Day 5: Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve (B/D)

This morning is at leisure, with the option to go on a morning safari if you wish (on your own account). This afternoon you will transfer to the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve for an afternoon of game viewing. The Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve covers a combined area of 90,000ha and it was here that the white rhino was saved from extinction. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon.
Overnight: Ghost Mountain Inn or similar

Day 6: St. Lucia / Durban (B)

Continue the journey along the Elephant Coast of KwaZulu Natal to St. Lucia, located at the southern extremity of the Isimangaliso Wetland Park – a World Heritage Site. Here you embark on an estuarine boat trip which provides an opportunity to view crocodiles, hippo and numerous bird species. Continue to Durban, where east meets west; a city beneath which beats the pulse of Africa. Arrive during the afternoon at your hotel, located on Durban’s distinctive beach front.
Overnight: Protea Hotel Edward or similar

Day 7: Durban / Port Elizabeth (B)

This morning, we depart on a brief Durban City Tour. Spend the morning discovering the cultural and historical contrasts of the city. Check in at Durban International Airport for your afternoon domestic flight to Port Elizabeth (flight price not included). On arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport, we transfer to the airport or your Durban Hotel.

This Tour departs Mondays from Johannesburg.

Price includes:

• Accommodation as specified
• National Park Fees
• Private transfers throughout
• Meals and touring as specified in the itinerary
• B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

The Tour departs with a minimum of 2 people, maximum of 16.
Prices vary according to season and are per person based on two people sharing together. Please ask us for more details and exclusions.

This tour can also be designed as a Self Drive Itinerary, please ask us for details.