Sabi Sand Self Drive Safari | South Africa Safaris

Safari Itinerary

Days 1-3: Sabi Sand Game Reserve

We offer two options as to where you can fly into;
- Johannesburg International Airport
- Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (this option significantly cuts down driving time).
On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport or Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, pick up your rental car and self-drive to the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.
Estimated travelling time from Johannesburg: ± 5 hours (travelling at speed limits, no sightseeing).
Arrive at your chosen 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 Sabi Sand Game Reserve.
Optional spa treatments (if available at your chosen lodge).
Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve where one can expect the wildlife to be relatively dense with good sightings and with the bonus vehicles numbers are kept low.
Accommodation suggestions: Sabi Sand Lodges

Days 4-5: Mpumalanga Scenic Route

After your morning game drive and breakfast, depart for the Mpumalanga Scenic Route.
Estimated travelling time from Sabi Sand: ± 2 - 2.5 hours (travelling at a leisurely pace).
Check into your chosen establishment.
The following few days are at your complete leisure, explore the area or simply just relax the choice is yours.
Optional tours available;
Mpumalanga Day Tours, numerous day and half day tours available (optional);
- Shangaan Cultural Village
- Panorama Route tour
- Helicopter tours
- Whitewater rafting
- Horse trails
- Balloon safaris

Day 6: Johannesburg / Safari Ends

Spend the morning doing some last-minute shopping and sightseeing before your journey to Johannesburg International Airport or Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.

Kruger Family Friendly Lodges

Romantic Kruger Park Lodges

Best Spas in the Kruger

Nottens Bush Camp

Nottens is one of the most excellent family run camps in Africa, and the best-kept secret in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. As one of the Sabi Sand original bush camps, Nottens has a magical bush atmosphere and offers an authentic African safari experience.

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.

Imbali Safari Lodge

Imbali Safari Lodge accommodating 24 people, is situated inside the actual Kruger National Park, all the while continuing the tradition of Safari in the romantic style associated with the past.

Dulini River Lodge

Home to a host of wildlife, including the Big Five, the Sabi Sand is part of a conservation area that covers almost five million acres, an area equivalent to the state of New Jersey and larger than some independent countries.

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.

Africa On Foot

Africa On Foot an affordable and authentic safari camp located in the Klaserie Game Reserve offers professional Big Five walking safaris and focus on tracking predators & other big game; as well as educating guests about the local fauna and flora.