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.

Best Spas in the Kruger

Romantic Kruger Park Lodges

Kruger Family Friendly Lodges

Londolozi Founders Camp

Enchanting, intimate and child-friendly, Londolozi Founders Camp is ideally situated to provide an insider's view of the secrets of river life. Ten idyllic cottages repose in the shade of ancient ebony and matumi trees along the banks of the Sand River.

Motswari Game Lodge

Motswari is a hidden gem that is located deep within the "Big 5" Timbavati Game Reserve (that is famed for her "White Lions"), this family-run and operated lodge is surrounded by some of the best wildlife in the area. One of our more popular accommodation establishments that we offer on Uyaphi.com.

Londolozi Tree Camp

We are sure that Tarzan could never have dreamt of this camp, even in Hollywood. In every detail and feature, from the private swimming pools and viewing decks to the Ralph Lauren wallpaper and chocolate plaited leather beds, this exclusive treetop camp provides a matchless aura of quality.

Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge

Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge is a favourite amongst travellers seeking luxury accommodation. Located in the heart of the Sabi Sabi Game Reserve overlooking a water-hole and open savannah, Bush Lodge is a luxurious indulgence with 25 spacious thatched cottages.

Londolozi Varty Camp

Londolozi Varty Camp has a pleasingly down-to-earth quality with an emphasis on family heritage meaning that children always have a place at Varty Camp. All rooms have private swimming pools framed by timber decks that overlook the riverine bush.

The Outpost Lodge

The Outpost Lodge is located in the far northern Pafuri region of the Kruger Park. A lodge of absolute luxury and scenic wonder perched high on a ridge overlooking the Luvuvhu River and surrounding hills and valleys.