Kruger Walking & Timbavati Safari | South Africa Safaris

Safari Itinerary

Days 1-2: Timbavati Game Reserve

We offer two options as to where you can fly into;
- Johannesburg International Airport
- Hoedspruit Airport (this option significantly cuts down driving time).
On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport or Hoedspruit Airport, pick up your rental car and self-drive to the Timbavati Game Reserve.
Arrive at Motswari Game Lodge and should time allow, depart on a late afternoon game drive.
The next few days are spent viewing, photographing and experiencing the wonders of the Timbavati.
Safari Highlights;
- Two game drives a day
- Wildlife Walks
- Pre-lunch safari interest talks
- Motswari's "The Leopard Man"
- Big 5
- Wilddog
- Cheetah
- Spotted Hyena
- 147 species of mammals
- 517 species of birds
- Optional spa treatments
Estimated travelling time from Johannesburg: ± 6 hours = 487km
Estimated travelling time from Hoedspruit Airport: ± 40 minutes.
Accommodation; Motswari Game Lodge

Days 3-6: Kruger Walking Safari

Leaving the Timbavati your head into the Kruger National Park, direction "Skukuza".
Enter this private wilderness concession in the Kruger National Park.
The next few days are split between lodges and camps as you walk the wilds of the African bushveld.
Two highly qualified guides will share their wealth of bush knowledge with you – from the identification of animals, trees, grasses, insects and birds to the medicinal uses of plants, folklore and basic tracking and survival skills.
Safari Highlights;
- 12 000 hectares private concession
- Maximum of eight people
- Sleep out under the stars
- 3 to 5-night trails are available
- Highly qualified guides
- Average walk being between 3 to 4 hours
- Fantastic wildlife sightings
- High tea in the African bushveld
Estimated travelling time from Timbavati to Skukuza: ± 3 hours = 110km
Accommodation; Rhino Post Safari Lodge

Day 7: Safari ends

After your wildlife activity and breakfast, drive in the direction of your chosen airport;
- Estimated travelling time to Johannesburg: ± 7 hours = 483km
- Estimated travelling time to Skukuza: ± 40 minutes = 19km
- Estimated travelling time to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport: ± 3 hours = 120km.

Kruger Family Friendly Lodges

Romantic Kruger Park Lodges

Best Spas in the Kruger

Leopard Hills Lodge

Leopard Hills Lodge is located on the western side of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve sitting on top of a rocky outcrop with views out over the African bushveld that stretch on for miles. A truly luxurious 5-star safari lodge awaits all that venture into this wildlife haven.

Rattrays on MalaMala

The Rattrays on MalaMala experience is exclusive, with private filtered plunge pools complete each of the secluded verandahs and an outdoor dining area provides the ideal vantage point from which to enjoy bush cuisine in complete privacy.

Singita Boulders Lodge

Boulders Lodge is situated in the exclusive Sabi Sand Private Reserve. With its position on the Sand River, the lodge is organically inspired using the local earth tones, colours and materials. Boulders Lodge consists of 12 luxurious suites. Boulders is literally built around the elements. Guests will enjoy wrap-around views from most parts of the coarse stone lodge with excellent game viewing.

Singita Castleton Camp

Castleton Camp lies between the Sabi and Sand rivers whilst offering all the modern comforts imaginable. The camp is booked as an exclusive villa and can accommodate up to 12 guests at a time, thus ensuring total privacy and exclusivity. Guests can enjoy sublime cuisine prepared by an executive chef, vintage wines, fireside dinners in the boma and sundowners out in the bush.

Singita Ebony Lodge

Singita Ebony, on the banks of the Sand River, in the very heart of the renowned Sabi Sand Private Reserve. In between game drives, lavish meals and other activities lies a great opportunity for rest and reflection. The 12 secluded and luxurious thatched suites are the epitome of elegant comfort, with cosy rooms designed in an eclectic mix of colours, fabrics and textures.

Thornybush Game Lodge

Thornybush Game Lodge offers unique exclusive Safari experiences in both open Land Rovers and on foot, whether you are a couple or a family looking to occupy your little ones Game Lodge is certainly the destination of choice for you.