7 Day Kruger and Swaziland Safari

7 Day Kruger and Swaziland Safari

Discover the hidden gems Southern Africa has to offer ranging from the Big 5 of the Kruger National Park, the traditional Swazi Culture to the warm Indian Ocean from St Lucia to Durban. Traverse the South Eastern corner of South Africa across Zululand to Durban and discover the cultures and landscapes that exit here.

You won’t know until you’ve done it!

Itinerary

Day 1: Johannesburg - Kruger National Park

Stop At: Kruger National Park Accommodation/Safaris/Luxury Lodges, South Africa
We depart Johannesburg early morning from your place of accommodation and make our way through the Lowveld to the Kruger National Park. A quick stop on route for a late breakfast or lunch (Own Account) is enjoyed before continuing. The route showcases some of South Africa’s finest Lowveld farmlands before arriving at our lodge near the Kruger National Park. Time is spent relaxing at the pool or in your chalet before taking part in an open vehicle sunset game drive.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at Kruger National Park

Day 2: Kruger National Park

Stop At: Kruger National Park Accommodation/Safaris/Luxury Lodges, South Africa
A full day Game Drive is on the menu for the day in open 4x4 game drive vehicle with a local guide. An opportunity for excellent game viewing to sight the Big Five as well as hundreds of antelope and bird species exist today. Not guaranteed to sight all the big five such as the illusive leopard during the day. We make our way through the Skukuza area of the Kruger Park throughout the day in the effort to tick off most of the wildlife that the Kruger has to offer. Lunch is on own account at one of the rest camps.
Duration: 10 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at the Kruger National Park

Day 3: Kruger National Park - Swaziland

Stop At: Maguga Dam, Eswatini
Travelling south of Hazyview, we make our way though the small town of Nelspruit and Melalane towards the border of Swaziland at Jeppes Reef (Check Visa Requirements). A short distance to Maguga Dam where we check into our lodge overlooking the Dam. Afternoon at leisure on the Maguga Dam.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at a lodge in Swaziland

Day 4: Swaziland

Stop At: Swazi Cultural Village, Mantenga At 20Kms from Mbabane, Manzini M200 Eswatini (Swaziland)
Swaziland is a small landlocked monarchy in Southern Africa and is known for its cultural festivals showcasing its traditional Swazi culture.
We spend the day exploring this area visiting the famous Ngwenya Glass Factory, the traditional villages and the market near the capital city of Mbabane. Enjoy a lunch on own account at the local market

Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at a Lodge in Swaziland

Day 5: Swaziland - St Lucia

Stop At: Saint Lucia Estuary, Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, St Lucia 3936 South Africa
Departing Maguga Dam, we make our way through Swaziland through Mbabane to our next border crossing back into South Africa at Lavumisa/Pongola (Check Visa Requirements)
Travelling south through the Pongola Game Reserve and to the Hluhluwe park, we arrive at the small town of St Lucia ready for a host of activities. Dinner is on own account to enjoy at any one of the many quant restaurants in the small town of St Lucia to enjoy in your own time after a good long day on the road.

Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a Lodge in St Lucia

Day 6: St Lucia

Stop At: Saint Lucia Estuary, Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, St Lucia 3936 South Africa
Spend the day enjoying any one of the many activities on offer in St Lucia. We do highly recommend the full day Hluhluwe Game drive and or a sunset cruise on the estuary. Dinner tonight is prepared and served by your guide at the lodge. We do enjoy a traditional South African Braai (barbeque)
Activities on Offer:
• Full Day Hluhluwe Game Drive (R 900pp)
• Full Day Cape Vidal (R 795pp)
• Sunset Estuary Boat Cruise (R 240pp)
• Whale watching – June to December (R 1150pp)
• Deep Sea Fishing (R 1500pp)

Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a Lodge in St Lucia

Day 7: St Lucia - Durban

Stop At: DURBAN ICC, 45 Bram Fischer Road, Durban 4001 South Africa
After a short 250km drive heading south along the coast, we bid farewell. Should you choose to return to Johannesburg with us the following day, this will be at an optional extra charge of R 800
Please let us know if you would like us to assist you in arranging your accommodation in Durban.

Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Accommodation in Durban on own Arrangements