Lesotho, Swaziland and Kruger North 15 days

Price from: R13 250
Single Supplement: R2080
Activity Package: R1070 (see Excluded tab below)
Tour Summary: South Africa has a lot to offer but so does the landlocked countries of Lesotho and Swaziland. The Kruger, Swaziland and Lesotho 15 day safari starts off with exciting game drives in Kruger National Park. Then you'll cross the border to Swaziland to enjoy some Swazi culture. Enjoy the breath taking scenery on a pony trek more than 1000m above sea level in Lesotho. Meet some croc and hippos on a sunset cruise on in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
Highlights :Blyde River Canyon, Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, Kruger National Park, Swaziland, Game Drive in Hluhluwe-Umfolozi National Park, Boat Cruise in iSimangaliso Wetlands Park, Royal Natal National Park, Lesotho, Forest Hike in Hogsback, Addo Elephant National Park
Itinerary
Day 1 Addo Elephant National ParkAfter meeting your guides and group you head to Addo Elephant National Park. This unique Eastern Cape Park is home to one of the densest concentration of African elephants on earth as well as boasting the ‘Big Seven’(elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo, leopard, southern right whale and great white shark) as Addo is a land and marine park. Optional Activities: Night Game Drive with SANP.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2/3 Cintsa
After a final game drive in Addo, we head to Cintsa. In Cintsa you will have the chance to participate in the many optional activities on offer. Optional Activities: boat rental, quad bike, abseiling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4/5 Lesotho - Malealea
Today we leave South Africa and enter the landlocked mountain kingdom of Lesotho. Lesotho is one of the highest countries in the world, with the entire country being over 1000m above sea level. The next day you have the opportunity to go on the optional Pony Trekking Excursion into the remote hills of Lesotho accompanied by local guides. On your return the group will visit the local village and school. Optional Activities: Pony Trekking Excursion, Hiking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6/7 South Africa - Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park
The Drakensberg Mountains are South Africa’s highest and most beautiful. We explore the mountain paths and take in the breathtaking views offered in the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg (Royal Natal) National Park. On our second day we will be going on a guided hike to see some of the san rock paintings. Optional Activities: Horse Riding, Hiking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 Kwa-Zulu Natal Coast - Durban
It’s all downhill as we leave the mountain scenery en route to the Kwazulu Natal Coast. The bustling city of Durban is South Africa’s largest port and well-known surfing destination. We stay in the central city this evening and maybe sample some Indian cuisine and enjoy this coastal city’s vibrant nightlife. Optional Activities: Lunch, dinner and night out in the city.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 iSimangaliso Wetland Park
Soon after our arrival at iSimangaliso Wetland Park we board a boat for a sunset cruise on the lagoon for some bird and hippo viewing! This UNESCO recognised area is extremely varied and includes: lakes, beaches, coral reefs, wetlands, woodlands, coastal forests and grasslands together supporting an astounding diversity of animal, bird and marine life. Optional Activities: Traditional Zulu Village visit.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 Hluhluwe - Imfolozi Game Reserve – Swaziland - Mlilwane
This morning we drive to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve for a game drive in open 4x4 vehicles. The park is the only state-run park in the province of KwaZulu-Natal where all the Big Five occur. Due to conservation efforts, the park now has the largest population of white rhino in the world. In the afternoon we cross the border in to Swaziland. Optional Activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horse Riding.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 Swaziland – Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary is Swazilands oldest and covers 4,560 hectares. As there are no large predators in this area there are a number of self-guided hikes available. In addition to the beautiful scenery we also have traditional Swazi dancing to look forward to after dinner. Optional Activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horse Riding, Guided Birding Walks, Sunset Game Drive.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12/13 South Africa - Kruger National Park
We return to South Africa and drive to the Kruger NP for two unforgettable days of game viewing. Kruger National Park is home to Africa’s Big 5 as well as a multitude of other beautiful African animals, both small and large. Our truck gives us a height advantage over other vehicles, which means better photo opportunities. There will be a number of game drives to give us the best opportunity to see all the animals. Optional Activities: Night Drive and Dawn Game Walk through SANP, Full day 4x4 game drive (subject to availability)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (day 13), Dinner
Day 14 Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
Leaving the World’s most famous nature conservation area behind, we travel to Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation centre to meet some of the rescued animals before they are released back in to the wild. At our camp this evening we will be experiencing some typical South African cuisine while enjoying a traditional Song and Dance evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 15 Panorama Route - Johannesburg
We travel along the Panorama Route, stopping for breathtaking views at Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes. The tour ends on arrival in Johannesburg, although most will enjoy an optional dinner on our last night together. Optional Activities: Dinner Out.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Included
Accommodation: Two per room / Permanent tents
Max Group Size: 20 pax
All transport
All accommodation
Qualified and registered guide
Meals as specified below
Excluded
Activity Package - R1070
Lesotho school visit
Hluhluwe game drive
St Lucia boat cruise
Moholoholo rehabilitation centre
All drinks (except coffee and tea with meals)
Meals not specified below
Optional game walk inside Kruger national park
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