Overview:
Discover the enchantment of the African Bush by traversing it on foot. This economical Kruger Walking Safari is ideal for dynamic and intrepid travelers seeking a unique wilderness experience.
Engage intimately with Africa’s fauna while traversing the same routes as our forebears.
The Safari occurs in the Greater Kruger National Park, comprising the private reserves adjacent to the main Kruger area. Restricted access to the Big Five Park guarantees seclusion.
Camp beneath the African stars in an unfenced bush camp within the private game reserve. This is the authentic bush, devoid of modern influences that could disrupt your wildlife safari experience.
An ideal escape into nature!
Detailed Itinerary
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 accommodation 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, 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 of Klaserie Game Reserve, 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 Land Cruiser.
In the evening, we partake in dinner beneath the stars at the safari lodge, succeeded by an exhilarating night wildlife drive in Greater Kruger Park.
Days 2 and 3: Greater Kruger Walking Safaris – South Africa
The second day of our Kruger Walking Safari commences early with morning coffee and a small breakfast. At approximately 06:00, we commenced our inaugural exhilarating game walk or drive in the African wilderness.
Following our exhilarating walking safari, we return to the lodge for a respite and brunch at approximately 09:00.
In the afternoon, we convene for tea and a small supper provided at the safari lodge. Subsequently, 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.
Night drives provide the opportunity to observe nocturnal 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 the game drives. A 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 20:00, followed by an evening of leisure, featuring beverages, tea, or coffee around the campfire.
Day three of this cheap Kruger Walking Safari adheres to a comparable plan as day two. However, each day on safari in Greater Kruger Park is distinct.
Walking Safaris in Klaserie Game Reserve
This distinctive Kruger Safari provides comprehensive morning bush treks 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 African 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 game rangers have received rigorous training focused on methods for approaching and responding to hazardous creatures.
Bush treks provide the excitement of encountering larger species on foot while also allowing for an exploration of the smaller fauna and intricate features of the African bush. The game rangers identify animal tracks and notable aspects of the bush while elucidating the nocturnal behaviors of the animals. Strolling around the private game reserve provides an authentic experience of the African bush, allowing one to really engage with the scents 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, providing an opportunity to genuinely appreciate nature. The Kruger Walking Safari provides an unparalleled and distinctive wildlife experience.
Every walking safari in Kruger is crafted to investigate the wild bush appropriately – on foot. On your inaugural walk, you will recognize that you have reverted to a bygone era to uncover the enchantment of the traditional bush. We undertake game walks in Big 5 wilderness regions; however, the variety of species observed is contingent upon chance. Walking entails engaging with African animals, traversing their trails and water sources, witnessing the everyday intricacies of their existence, and occupying their habitat. Walking entails tracing their paths, awakening your senses, and perceiving the rhythmic thumping of your heart as you approach a herd of elephants sheltering in the shade. A genuine African safari experience is assured, one that is indelibly memorable!
Day 4: Greater Kruger to Johannesburg, South Africa
On the concluding day of this Kruger Walking Safari, we rise early for our morning coffee and a modest repast. Subsequently, we commence another game walk in Klaserie Private Game Reserve.
Following our guided bush walk, we return to the safari lodge for brunch. It is therefore time to bid farewell to Greater Kruger Park.
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 Game Reserve within Greater Kruger Park
This walking safari in South Africa 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 allow the plentiful species to traverse freely between these Big Five game areas.
Klaserie Park, renowned for its exceptional wildlife observation, encompasses 60,000 hectares of pristine wilderness along the Klaserie River. Klaserie is home to a diverse array of species, including Africa’s Big Five: lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo.
The primary benefit of visiting Klaserie Park is that access to the wilderness area is restricted to guests residing at a select few intimate safari lodges within the private game reserve, 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 expansive wildness 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 resort provides a genuine African bush experience in the Klaserie Game Reserve within the Greater Kruger region. The safari camp is secluded from the distractions 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 lodge at night, they frequently knock on your door to see whether you wish to explore the jungle in search of them.
The lodge features a primary lounge comprising two pleasant seating areas 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 area is a great location for enjoying morning coffee and relaxing with evening beverages. Guests will also partake in a traditional South African braaivleis, or barbecue, cooked over an open fire in the boma.
The safari lodge includes an attractive swimming pool with a deck, providing guests an opportunity to refresh and unwind during the sweltering summer months. The primary lodge area is equipped with power outlets for charging electronic devices, however the chalets are merely furnished with lights to enhance the jungle feel.
Safari Lodge Lodging
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 are equipped with double beds appropriate for couples, one containing an en-suite bathroom and the other featuring an en-suite toilet and an outdoor shower. The remaining hut is equipped with twin beds accommodating two people and features an en-suite toilet with an outdoor shower.
The en-suite facilities in the chalets connect to the rooms via open doorways, making them suitable for individuals accustomed to traveling together.