Sabi Sand & Timbavati Safari | South Africa Safaris

Safari Itinerary

Days 1-3: Timbavati Game Reserve

We offer two options as to where you can fly into;
- Johannesburg International Airport
- Hoedspruit Airport (this is the preferred option).
Arrive at Motswari Game Lodge and should time allow, depart on a late afternoon game drive.
The next few days are spent Wildlife watching, photographing and experiencing the wonders of the Timbavati.
Safari Highlights;
- Two game drives a day
- Guided walking safaris
- Infinity pool
- Motswari's "The Leopard Man"
- White Lions
- 40 species of mammal
- 360 species
- Optional spa treatments
Estimated travelling time from Johannesburg: ± 7 hours = 513km
Likely travelling time from Hoedspruit Airport: ± 40 minutes.
Accommodation; Motswari Game Lodge

Days 4-6: Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Departing the Timbavati Reserve after breakfast and your morning game drive.
Drive South in the direction of the Sabi Sand Reserve and her famed Birdlife and Wildlife.
Arrive at your Nottens Bush Camp 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.
Safari Highlights;
- Two game drives a day
- Nottens walking safari
- Candlelit boma under a canopy of stars
- Traditional bush breakfast
- High tea
- Private wooden decks
- Open plan suites
- Both indoor and outdoor showers
- 147 species of mammals
- 517 species of birds
- Optional spa treatments
Timbavati to Sabi Sand = 120km (± 3 hours)
Accommodation; Nottens Bush Camp

Day 7: Safari ends

After your morning game drive and breakfast drive in the direction of your chosen airport;
- Estimated travelling time to Johannesburg: ± 7 hours = 483km
- Estimated travelling time to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport: ± 2 hours.

Kruger Family Friendly Lodges

Romantic Kruger Park Lodges

Best Spas in the Kruger

MalaMala Main Camp

Main Camp is South Africa's legendary and exclusive destination. Internationally acknowledged as "the top wildlife viewing destination in the world", Main Camp is set in beautiful surroundings on the banks of the Sand River.

Lion Sands River Lodge

Lion Sands River Lodge offers up 20 large thatched safari suites, River Lodge is all about spirit, warmth, nature and relaxation all rolled up into that home from home feel. Located in the Southern Sabi Sand Reserve overlooking the Sabie River.

Kuname Lodge

Kuname Lodge, one of the more luxurious safari lodge options for those staying in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve, an intimate, small and private option perfect for honeymooners and safari romantics alike.

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

Built on the banks of the Sabie River with magnificent views extending onto the Park itself, the philosophy of the safari experience at Lion Sands is to deliver a consistently professional, informative & holistic safari.

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.

Londolozi Granite Suites

Londolozi Granite Suites offer an extraordinary experience for the exclusive use of six Guests. The suites can be booked individually or as a private camp for six guests, making it ideal for honeymooning couples or small groups celebrating special occasions.