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Day Tours
"THE
CLASSIC DAY TOUR SELECTION"
EXPERIENCE
THE MAJESTY OF THE KRUGER PARK, ENJOY SHANGAAN CULTURE OR
EXPLORE THE BEAUTIFUL DRAKENSBERG ESCARPMENT. "MOUNTAINS
OF THE DRAGON" AND MIGHTY BLYDE RIVER CANYON.
ALL
TOURS TAKE PLACE IN LUXURY, AIR-CONDITIONED MINI SAFARI
VEHICLES
UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF EXPERIENCED AND REGISTERED
RANGER /GUIDES.
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“Kruger National Park”
The Kruger National Park is home to the greatest diversity of
wildlife species found in any park in the world. This is as a
result of its size and shape, which covers different
topography with varying annual rainfall influence that in turn
create a variety of habitats.
Giants of the North
This safari into the mighty Kruger Park (2.2 million
hectares), enters via the Orpen gate. We travel north through
the changing habitats of this wildlife kingdom, over the
Olifants river, home to large pods of hippopotamus and giant
crocodiles and one of the largest rivers flowing through
Kruger. Entering the Mopani vegetation of central Kruger
ensures sighting of elephants. We visit Letaba rest camp, on
the banks of the river with the same name and home to the
superb environmental centre specialising in elephants with
displays of the “Magnificent 7”, the seven largest tuskers
found in the reserve. The safari then travels west to exit the
park trough Phalaborwa and returns you to your lodge in the
late afternoon. A delightful day in one of the worlds most
famous parks.
Departs: 05h30 Returns: +/-15h30 (perhaps later depending on
game viewing)
Includes: Entrance fees, conservation levy, breakfast, lunch,
light refreshments and services of experienced registered
ranger guide in a luxury air-conditioned mini safari vehicle |
“Canyons, Cultures and
Contrasts”
The Panoramic Tour
A wonderful day on the famed 'Panorama route" touring along
the mighty Drakensberg Escarpment. This tour features the
Blyde River Canyon, Gods Window and Bourkes Luck Potholes,
while also visiting beautiful waterfalls and the quaint hamlet
of Graskop for lunch..
The day is steeped in exquisite beauty, while your expert
guide points out the finest view points and relates the
history of the regions hardy pioneers. The old wagon trail
from the “highveld” to the “lowveld” can still be seen on the
Abel Erasmus Pass.
Departs: 09h00 Returns: +/-15h30
Includes: Entrance fees, lunch, light refreshments and
services of experienced registered ranger guide in a luxury
air-conditioned mini safari vehicle. |
“Nyani Cultural
Village”
The Eastern Lowveld of South Africa is home to the proud
Shangaan nation. Join us for an enlightening visit to
Shangaana or Nyani Cultural Villages to share in the customs
and culture of these wonderful and proud people.
These tours, which include a traditional lunch, depart the
lodge at midday and return in the afternoon in time for the
afternoon /evening game drive.
Departs: 11h30 Returns: +/-14h00
Alternate times are available if lunch is to be excluded
Includes: Entrance fees, traditional lunch, light refreshments
and services of experienced registered ranger guide in a
luxury air-conditioned mini safari vehicle. |
"Valley of the Olifants"
This tour features the Cheetah and Endangered Wildlife
Breeding Project, and the Blyde River Canyon, where the
escarpment rears 1900 metres above the lowveld. We include
a visit to the Swadini dam and museum in the Blyde River
Canyon.
A wonderful tour, featuring exquisite natural beauty and
some of the excellent conservation work taking place in
the area.
Departs: 09h00 Returns: +/-15h30
Includes: Entrance fees, lunch, light refreshments and
services of experienced registered ranger guide in a
luxury air-conditioned mini safari vehicle. |
“Wildlife, Birdies and Eagles”
A LUXURY GOLF SAFARI FROM YOUR GAME LODGE!
Enjoy a challenging game of golf at the Hans Merensky
Country Club Championship course in Phalaborwa or the
Drakensig Golf Club in Hoedspruit.
A unique African golfing experience amongst wildlife,
before returning in time for your evening game drive.
N.B. WE RECOMMEND AN EARLY MORNING DEPARTURE FROM THE
LODGE !
Your private charter aircraft or luxury air-conditioned
mini safari vehicle will collect you from your lodge for
your trip to the course. For clients who choose the flying
option, the short transfer between the airfield and the
course are included.
CLUBS ARE AVAILABLE FOR HIRE BUT WE WILL NEED PRIOR NOTICE
TO CONFIRM AVAILABILITY.
Departs: 07h00 or earlier Returns: +/-14h00
Includes: Green Fees, light refreshments and services of
experienced registered ranger guide. |
“Canyons and
Cocoons”
A visit to the Bombyx Mori Silk Farm
A welcome break to view the mighty Blyde River Canyon from
within at the Swadini dam and environmental centre. This
is followed by a delightful lunch at the Cotton Club Café
on 24° South Country Estate. This estate is also home to
the Bombyx Mori silk farm and Silk Duvet Company where one
can browse the Ivory Room and gallery for original art and
local crafts.
Departs: 10h00 Returns: +/-15h30
Includes: Entrance Fees, lunch, light refreshments and
services of experienced registered ranger guide in a
luxury air-conditioned mini safari vehicle. |
“Moholoholo
Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre”
A delightful tour to the Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre
for a hands on experience with African Wildlife being
rehabilitated for return to the wild. This tour includes
the Blyde River Canyon, where the escarpment rears 1900
metres above the lowveld and a visit to the Swadini dam
and museum.
An enlightening tour, featuring exquisite natural beauty
and some of the excellent conservation work taking place
in the area.
Departs: 08h00 Returns: +/-14h30
Or
Departs: 11h30 Returns: +/-18h00
Includes: Entrance fees, light refreshments and services
of experienced registered ranger guide in a luxury
air-conditioned mini safari vehicle. |
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