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Kruger and Swaziland Lodge Safari

This tour takes you from Johannesburg to Durban in 7 days. PDFGrab the Tour Dossier PDF.

Current Price

ZAR 8950  Currency Converter + ZAR 1280 Local Payment ZAR 950 Single Supplement (if needed)

Duration

7 days

Type

Short BreakAccommodated Tour

Accommodation

Lodge, hostel, chalet or permanent tents
Local Payment is a portion of your total tour cost which is paid locally to your Crew, in cash, at the beginning of your tour.
Should you book this tour as a solo traveler and are happy to share a room, a single supplement may not apply (depending on availability). If you wish to have a room to yourself or can not be paired up with another same-sex traveler you would need to pay the single supplement.

Tour Summary

This mixed pot of highlights includes the best of scenic South Africa combined with the fantastic wildlife in Kruger National Park - and then add the best of Swaziland to the lot!!

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Tour Code

JDU(A)7-13

A day-by-day breakdown of what to expect and where you'll be staying.


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Day 1, Johannesburg to Timbavati

An early departure from Johannesburg as we start our scenic drive through Mpumalanga and the breathtaking vistas of the
Lowveld. Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes will be some of today’s highlights.

Day 2 to 3, Kruger National Park

An early morning as we visit a wildlife rehabilitation centre before entering the world famous Kruger National Park. We spend the next 2 days game driving through the park taking in the bush sights and sounds as we search for the 'Big 5'.

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Day 4 to 5, Kruger National Park to Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

Today we leave the Kruger National Park and cross the border into Swaziland where we will spend the next two nights. Experience the wonderful Swazi culture at one of the many markets or explore the Mlilwane Nature reserve on foot.

Day 6, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary to Greater St. Lucia Wetlands National Park

Leaving Swaziland we re-enter South Africa and make our way down to the warm Indian Ocean coast. Our afternoon is spent exploring the Greater St Lucia Wetland park - which is also a UNESCO world heritage site. Weather depending we could spend some time on a boat cruise on the lagoon.

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Day 7, St Lucia Wetlands National Park to Durban

Leaving the town of St Lucia we make our way to the coastal city of Durban which is also known as a surfer's paradise!

Meals included in your tour cost

6 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 6 Dinners


Highlights included in your tour cost

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Kruger National Park Game Drive

View the Big 5 in their own environment World Famous Kruger National Park


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St Lucia Boat Cruise

World Heritage Site Hippo, Crocodile and numerous bird species Huge system of estuaries Bird lovers paradise


There are 5 optional activities available on this trip.

Prices shown are approximate

Tour Starts Tour Ends Price Enquire or Add to Backpack

03 Jun 2013

09 Jun 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

17 Jun 2013

23 Jun 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

01 Jul 2013

07 Jul 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

29 Jul 2013

04 Aug 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

12 Aug 2013

18 Aug 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

26 Aug 2013

01 Sep 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

23 Sep 2013

29 Sep 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

07 Oct 2013

13 Oct 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

21 Oct 2013

27 Oct 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

18 Nov 2013

24 Nov 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

02 Dec 2013

08 Dec 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

16 Dec 2013

22 Dec 2013

ZAR 8950 + ZAR 1280

Route Info and Logistics

This tour goes through: Kruger National Park, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary & 2 other destination(s) in Africa.

Tour Detail

Crew: 2 crew (including cook)
Vehicle: Overland Truck
Other: Sleeping mats included

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