Overview:
An exclusive Kruger Walking Safari providing extensive morning bush treks in Greater Kruger Park.
- This Budget Kruger Safari features exhilarating nocturnal game drives in Greater Kruger Park.
- Chalet lodging in Klaserie Private Game Reserve.
- Accompanied game walks with expert rangers in the Big Five Klaserie.
- Morning and afternoon game drives in Greater Kruger.
Discover the private Klaserie Private Game Reserve, which shares unfenced boundaries with Kruger National Park, on game drives and on foot.
Day 1: Johannesburg to Greater Kruger National Park – South Africa
The Kruger Walking Safari commences at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg at 07:00. The shuttle proceeds north to Pretoria, where further passengers are gathered at 07:30. We journey northeast from Pretoria to Greater Kruger Park and our safari lodge in Klaserie Private Game Reserve.
Our picturesque route traverses the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve, descends the Magoebaskloof Mountains, and proceeds to the Kruger Lowveld region. We arrive at the Timbavati Gate Bush Pub & Inn between 13:15 and 13:45, located near the entrance of the Timbavati Private Game Reserve. A driver from the safari lodge will pick you and transport you to the lodge within Klaserie Game Reserve.
This afternoon, we commence our inaugural game drive in the private reserve of Greater Kruger Park. Our game drive brings us nearer to the wildlife in Klaserie, where the animals are accustomed to the presence of safari vehicles. We typically approach the large animals within 5 to 10 meters from the security of our 4×4 Toyota Landcruiser.
In the evening, we partake in dinner beneath the stars at the safari lodge, subsequently engaging in an exhilarating night wildlife drive in Greater Kruger.
Day 2: Greater Kruger Safari – South Africa
The second day of our Kruger Walking Safari commences early with morning coffee and a small breakfast. At approximately 6:00 AM, we commenced our inaugural game walk or game viewing drive in the wilderness. Following our exhilarating bush trek, we return to the safari camp for a respite and brunch at approximately 9:00 AM.
In the afternoon, we convene for tea and a light supper provided at the bush camp. At approximately 16:00, we embark on an afternoon game drive in Greater Kruger Park, pausing for sundowners in the wilderness. The wildlife drive extends into the evening, transforming into a night drive on the return to the safari lodge. The open 4×4 safari vehicles facilitate 360-degree visibility, offering superb photographic and videographic prospects.
Nocturnal drives provide the opportunity to observe active wildlife, especially leopards. With a stroke of luck, you may observe certain animals, like as lions and leopards, hunting during the nocturnal hours. Intense spotlights are employed to locate nighttime fauna during game drives. The diverse array of wild species rarely observed during daylight includes hyenas, aardvarks, bat-eared foxes, porcupines, bush baby, bushbucks, mongooses, genets, and nocturnal avians, such as owls and nightjars.
Upon returning from our exhilarating night game drive, we recount our experiences from the day in the bush while enjoying drinks at the camp bar. Dinner is served at 8:00 PM, followed by an evening of leisure, featuring beverages, tea, or coffee around the campfire.
Strolling at Klaserie Game Reserve
This distinctive Kruger Safari provides extended morning bush hikes lasting between two to four hours, contingent upon fitness levels. Every Kruger Walking Safari commences with an extensive demonstration on appropriate conduct when seeing wildlife in the bush.
Expert rangers conduct our Walking Safaris in Greater Kruger, imparting their expertise on animal tracks, flora, and the ecology of the wilderness region. The rangers have received rigorous training focused on methods for approaching and responding to hazardous wildlife.
Bush hikes provide the excitement of encountering larger species while also allowing for an exploration of the smaller fauna and intricate features of the African bush. Our game rangers will identify animal tracks and notable characteristics of the bush while elucidating the nocturnal behaviors of animals. Strolling around the wildlife park provides an authentic experience of the African bush, allowing one to engage with the aromas and sounds of the wild.
Traversing Klaserie on foot allows for an intimate examination of the intricate elements of the bush that sometimes elude observation during game drives, affording an opportunity to genuinely appreciate nature. The Kruger Walking Safari provides an unparalleled wildlife experience of a lifetime.
Day 3: Greater Kruger to Johannesburg, South Africa
On the concluding day of the Kruger Walking Safari, we rise early for our morning coffee and a little repast, prior to undertaking one more game walk. Following our walking safari in Greater Kruger Park, we return to the lodge for brunch.
It is now time to bid farewell to the African wilderness. The safari lodge transports you back to the bush pub adjacent to Timbavati Game Reserve, where the shuttle retrieves you at approximately 10:45 AM. The shuttle transports you to the specified drop-off location in Pretoria, arriving at 17:00, and thereafter to OR Tambo in Johannesburg, arriving at 18:00.
Klaserie Private Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger Park
This South African Walking Safari explores the secluded Klaserie Private Game Reserve within the Greater Kruger Park region.
The privately-owned Klaserie Game Reserve is situated within Greater Kruger Park, sharing unfenced borders with Kruger National Park and the Timbavati Reserve. The unfenced boundaries with Kruger Park facilitate the unrestricted movement of plentiful species between these Big 5 game reserves.
Klaserie Park, renowned for its exceptional wildlife observation, spans 60,000 hectares of pristine wilderness along the Klaserie River. The primary benefit of visiting Klaserie Private Game Reserve is that access to the bush is restricted to guests residing at a select few intimate safari lodges, guaranteeing an uncrowded and exclusive safari experience. Klaserie provides a distinctive safari experience, devoid of contemporary worries and apart from tourist throngs.
We traverse the extensive wilderness of Greater Kruger on game drives and bush walks in the Klaserie, which has diverse ecosystems that support a multitude of wildlife and avian species.
Concerning the Safari Lodge in Klaserie
Our safari camp provides a genuine African bush experience in the Klaserie Game Reserve inside Greater Kruger. The safari camp is secluded from the chaos of everyday life, providing a comfortable wilderness experience in an authentic African environment.
A benefit of residing at this intimate safari lodge is that the wildlife observation activities can be customized to your particular preferences. For instance, if the guides detect lions roaring near the camp at night, they frequently knock on your door to inquire if you wish to explore the jungle in search of them. The camp amenities comprise a central lounge featuring two cozy seating spaces and a library. The dining room features a substantial table for communal dining, and there is an outdoor boma area equipped with a bonfire. The boma is a great location for enjoying morning coffee and relaxing with evening beverages.
Guests will also partake in a traditional South African braaivleis (barbecue) cooked over an open fire in the boma. The safari camp includes an appealing swimming pool with a terrace, providing guests an opportunity to refresh and unwind during the sweltering summer months. The primary camping area is equipped with power outlets for recharging electronic equipment, whilst the chalets are merely furnished with lamps to enhance the jungle experience.
Concerning the Safari Lodge Accommodation
Accommodation on this Kruger Walking Safari consists of several chalets, including family flats and twin-share cabins. These chalets are equipped with solar-powered fans and lighting, in addition to mosquito netting.
A delightful treehouse is available for anyone wishing to slumber beneath the stars in this genuine bush environment. The treehouse accommodates two guests in twin beds and features an outside bathroom and shower.
Among the five chalets, two are en-suite family flats with two rooms equipped with a double bed and twin beds. The family units feature a partition wall and are appropriate for families including two adults and children under 16 years of age. Two chalets in the camp offer double beds appropriate for couples, one equipped with an en-suite bathroom and the other with an en-suite toilet and external shower. The remaining hut is equipped with twin beds for two visitors and includes an en-suite toilet with an outside shower. The en-suite facilities in the chalets connect to the rooms via open doorways, making them suitable for individuals accustomed to traveling together.