Lesotho, Swaziland and Kruger Park Safari - North

This Budget Camping Safari will start in the coastal city of Port Elizabeth and end in Johannesburg, South Africa.

The tour starts off with game viewing in Addo Elephant Park, before we head for the small mountain kingdom of Lesotho where you will be able to partake in some pony trekking or hiking.

From Lesotho we travel to South Africa's Drakensberg Mountain area and on to Durban.

Leaving Durban we drive along the coast to St. Lucia National Park and Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park in the Kwazulu Natal region.

We then end our Lesotho, Swaziland and Kruger Park Safari off with a visit to to South Africa's premier Reserve, the Kruger National Park home to Africa's "Big 5". On our way back to Johannesburg we will go via the Panoramic Route to take in the last spectacular scenery before our southern African journey comes to an end.

Day 1: Addo Elephant National Park

This Lesotho, Swaziland and Kruger Park Safari departs from Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

After meeting your tour group and guides this safari travels to Addo Elephant National Park, home to one of the densest concentrations of African elephants on earth.

This unique Eastern Cape Park is home to many of Africa's big game species, as well as boasting the ‘Big Seven’ (elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo, leopard, southern right whale and great white shark) as Addo is a land and marine park. Game driving in our elevated safari truck in Addo Park will allow us to take some great photos of many of Africa’s wild animals.

Optional Activities: Night Game Drive with SANP.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 / 3: Cintsa

After a final game drive in Addo we depart Addo National Park and drive to Cintsa, a laid-back resort village on the East Coast of South Africa. In coastal Cintsa you will have the chance to participate in the many optional activities on offer.

Optional Activities: boat rental, quad bike, abseiling

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 4/5: Lesotho - Malealea

Today we leave South Africa and enter Lesotho, the Kingdom in the Sky.

Lesotho is one of the highest countries in the world, with the entire country lying over 1000m above sea level. The next day we get up early and those who choose to go on the optional Pony Trekking Excursion will ride into the remote hills of Lesotho accompanied by local guides. On your return the group will visit the local village and school. Those staying behind can explore the rural village and visit a local crafts market while the others are pony trekking.

Optional Activities: Pony Trekking Excursion, Hiking.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6/7 South Africa - Drakensberg Mountains

We return to South Africa where we drive to the mountainous Royal Natal National Park. We spend the next two days exploring mountain paths and enjoying the beauty the Drakensberg Mountains.

The Drakensberg Mountains are South Africa’s highest and most beautiful mountain range. We explore the mountain paths and admire the breathtaking views in the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg (Royal Natal) National Park. On our second day we will be going on a guided hike to see some of the san rock paintings. 

Optional Activities: Horse Riding, Hiking

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Kwa-Zulu Natal Coast - Durban

Our journey takes us through some amazing scenery on our way down to the Kwa Zulu Natal coast. In the late afternoon we enter the bustling city of Durban, South Africa’s largest port and well know surfing destination. This evening it is possible to go out for a meal at one of the excellent Indian restaurants and enjoy this coastal city’s vibrant nightlife.

Optional Activities: Dinner and night out in the city.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 9: Isimangaliso Wetland Park (Greater St. Lucia National Park)

We drive up the Kwa Zulu Natal coastline to the well-known Greater St Lucia Wetland Park. Arriving at iSimangaliso Wetland Park we embark on a sunset boat cruise on the lagoon for some excellent bird and hippo viewing!

This UNESCO recognised area is extremely varied and includes habitats of: lakes, beaches, coral reefs, wetlands, woodlands, coastal forests and grasslands together supporting an astounding diversity of animal, bird and marine life. 

Optional Activities: Traditional Zulu Village visit.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Hluhluwe / Imfolozi National Park - Swaziland

Today we start our big-game viewing with a morning game drive in the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi National Park, famous for its Hippos. Hluhluwe and Imfolozi together make up one of Kwa-Zulu Natals best National Parks and provide a home to the world's largest population of White Rhino.

We take a game drive in open 4x4 vehicles exploring the only state-run park in the province of KwaZulu-Natal where all Big Five occur. In the afternoon we travel on, crossing the border in to Swaziland.

Optional Activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horse Riding.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Swaziland – Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary is Swaziland's oldest and covers 4,560 hectares. As there are no large predators in this area of Swaziland and there are a number of self-guided hikes available.

Hiking is an excellent way of interacting with the flora and fauna and comes highly recommended. In addition to the beautiful scenery we also have traditional Swazi dancing to look forward to after dinner.

Optional Activities: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horse Riding.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12 / 13: South Africa - Kruger National Park

We return to South Africa and drive to Kruger National Park for two unforgettable days of game viewing. Kruger National Park is home to Africa's Big 5 as well as a multitude of other beautiful African animals, both small and large. 

Our truck gives us a height advantage over other vehicles which means better photo opportunities. There will be a number of game drives to give us the best opportunity to see all the wild animals of Kruger Park.

Optional Activities (subject to availability): Night Drive and Dawn Game Walk through SANP.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (day 13), Dinner

Day 14: Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre

With our minds full of memories of the most famous nature conservation area in the world, we leave the Kruger Park. En route to tonight's camp we visit a Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre. 

At the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation centre we encounter some of the animals rescued and rehabilitated for release back in to the wild. 

In the evening at our camp we experience some typical South African cuisine while enjoying a traditional Song and Dance evening

Day 15:  Panorama Route to Johannesburg - South Africa

Today we travel along one of the most scenic parts of South Africa, the Panorama Route, stopping for breathtaking views at Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes. The Lesotho, Swaziland and Kruger Park Safari adventure ends on arrival in Johannesburg, although most will enjoy an optional dinner on our last night together.

Optional Activities: Dinner Out.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Please Note:

This northbound Lesotho, Swaziland and Kruger Park Safari is also available in the reverse order, starting in Johannesburg and ending in Port Elizabeth as the Kruger Park, Swaziland & Lesotho Safari - South.

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