3 Days Best of Kruger Safari from Cape Town : This 3-day safari from Cape Town offers an incredible opportunity to encounter the Big 5 up close. This exceptional Big 5 safari from Cape Town includes convenient pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, along with return domestic flights from Cape Town. Kruger National Park presents a stunning opportunity to observe wildlife amidst its diverse fauna and flora, providing an exceptional chance to encounter Africa’s predators and various mammals up close.
Your Kruger Safari adventure covers the park’s southern area, referred to as “Sabi,” famous for its abundance of big cats and varied ecosystems. From the banks of the mighty Sabie River to the pristine wilderness surrounding Skukuza (which translates to “he who sweeps clean” in Tsonga), every moment offers fresh opportunities for remarkable wildlife encounters.
This engaging Kruger Safari experience pairs cozy accommodation at Tembo Guest Lodge with thorough game drives across the park’s most fruitful wildlife regions. Knowledgeable guides impart their extensive understanding of the local flora and fauna, helping you make the most of every moment in this extraordinary 2-million-hectare wilderness.
Tour highlights
This 3-day safari in Kruger from Cape Town offers an opportunity to encounter the Big 5 up close. This exceptional Big 5 safari from Cape Town includes convenient pick-up and drop-off from your hotel, along with return domestic flights from Cape Town. Kruger National Park presents an extraordinary chance to observe wildlife amidst its diverse flora and fauna, providing an unparalleled opportunity to encounter Africa’s predators and various mammals up close.
Your Kruger Safari adventure includes the southern region of the park, referred to as “Sabi,” famous for its abundant big cats and varied ecosystems. From the banks of the mighty Sabie River to the pristine wilderness surrounding Skukuza (which translates to “he who sweeps clean” in Tsonga), every moment presents fresh opportunities for remarkable wildlife encounters.
This captivating Kruger Safari experience pairs cozy lodgings at Tembo Guest Lodge with thorough game drives across the park’s most fruitful wildlife regions. Knowledgeable guides impart their deep understanding of the local flora and fauna, helping you make the most of every moment in this extraordinary 2-million-hectare wilderness.
Day 1: Transfer from Cape Town to Johannesburg and then to Kruger National Park.
Your Kruger Safari adventure commences with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Cape Town for your flight to Johannesburg. The journey to the Kruger Safari unfolds with a picturesque five-hour drive through Mpumalanga Province, leading to Hazyview, the entrance to Kruger National Park. Your initial Kruger Safari game drive takes you through the southern region near Lower Sabie (380km from Johannesburg), a prime area for spotting big cats during the enchanting late afternoon hours.
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Kruger National Park
Start your full-day Kruger Safari with an early morning game drive, when predators are at their most active. The Kruger Safari progresses with a thorough exploration of the Skukuza region, referred to locally as “Sikhukhuza” in honor of James Stevenson-Hamilton, the park’s inaugural warden. Your afternoon safari drive in Kruger explores the game-rich landscape between Skukuza and Lower Sabie camps, an excellent region for observing wildlife.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 : Transfer from Kruger to Johannesburg and then Cape Town
Your last morning on the Kruger Safari begins with a farewell game drive through the southern sectors of the park. The Kruger Safari experience offers one final opportunity to see the Big Five before embarking on the return trip to Johannesburg, which takes about 5 hours. Your unforgettable Kruger Safari wraps up with an evening flight returning to Cape Town.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
End of 3 Days Best of Kruger Safari from Cape Town
3 Days Best of Kruger Safari from Cape Town Includes:
Park entrance and conservation fees
All scheduled game drives and activities
Ground transport in a custom safari vehicle
Bottled water during game drives
Full board accommodation at Tembo Guest Lodge
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Driver allowances and park fees
All mentioned activities
3 Days Best of Kruger Safari from Cape Town Excludes:
South African Visa (where applicable)
International and domestic flights
Personal expenses and gratuities
Optional Activities
Laundry services
Travel Insurance
Beverages beyond provided water
Tips for staff and guides
