Day 1 - Journey from Johannesburg via Panorama Route to Kruger National Park

Panorama Route - Upon arrival, depart from the bustling city of Johannesburg and travel east towards Mpumalanga province. The route takes us through Witbank and Lydenburg, leading to the first sightseeing stop along the Panorama Route at the breathtaking viewpoint of God’s Window. After exploring the Panorama Route, we proceed directly to Kruger National Park.

Distance: 500 km
Accommodation: Kruger Gate Hotel or similar
Lunch: At your own expense
Dinner: At the Lodge

Kruger National Park

Kruger National Park - Begin the day early with a full-day game drive in the expansive Kruger National Park, aiming to spot the Big Five and other wildlife. As the largest game park in South Africa and one of the largest in Africa, Kruger National Park is home to the Big Five. It stretches approximately 360 km from north to south and about 70 km from east to west, bordering Mozambique on the eastern side. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon around 15:00.

Distance: 100 km
Breakfast: Breakfast packs
Lunch: At your own expense
Dinner: At the Lodge

Day 3 - Eswatini

Matsamo Cultural Village - Depart from Kruger National Park and travel through the quaint town of Malelane to Swaziland. En route, stop at the Matsamo Cultural Village, located on the border of South Africa and Swaziland, to learn about Swazi culture and enjoy a traditional village lunch. After lunch, cross the border and continue to accommodation at Mantenga Lodge or similar.

Distance: 250 km
Breakfast: At the lodge
Lunch: At Matsamo Cultural Village (Traditional Food) at your own expense
Dinner: At the lodge

Day 4 - Eswatini to St Lucia

iSimangaliso Wetland Park - Depart Eswatini and re-enter South Africa. After completing border formalities, continue to Zululand. Arrive at the lodge in the afternoon and enjoy a sunset cruise in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This vast protected area along South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal coast features Lake St. Lucia, home to numerous hippos, crocodiles, pelicans, and flamingos.

Distance: 340 km
Breakfast: At the lodge
Lunch: At your own expense
Dinner: At your own expense

Day 5 - St Lucia to Hluhluwe Umfolozi Park and Umdloti

Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park Wilderness Area - Begin with a morning game drive at Hluhluwe Umfolozi Park, lasting about 3 hours. Located 55 km from the lodge, Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve is a Big Five Game Park in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is the oldest proclaimed reserve in Africa, offering 96,000 hectares of wilderness and magnificent Big Five sightings. After the game drive, travel for about 3 hours to Umdloti, a charming coastal town 30 km north of Durban.

Distance: 150 km
Breakfast: Forest Lodge
Lunch: At your own expense
Dinner: At your own expense

Day 6 - Drakensberg

Howick Falls - Embark on a long drive to northern Drakensberg. Before reaching the lodge, visit the renowned Howick Falls in KwaZulu-Natal, part of the Umgeni River. The falls are 95 meters high and located 500 meters from Howick city center. After visiting Howick Falls, explore the Mandela Capture Site, 6 km from Howick city center, where Mandela was arrested on August 5, 1962, by the Apartheid police and sentenced to life imprisonment.

Driving Distance: 510 km (6 to 7 hours)
Breakfast: At the lodge
Lunch: At your own expense
Dinner: At the lodge

Day 7 - Drakensberg

Drakensberg Mountains - After breakfast, enjoy a 3 to 4-hour hike in the Greater Drakensberg. After lunch, there is free time for optional activities such as horse riding, relaxing at the lodge, or visiting the lodge spa.

Breakfast: At the lodge
Lunch: At your own expense
Dinner: At the Lodge

Return to Johannesburg

O.R. Tambo International Airport - Transfer from Drakensberg to Johannesburg.

• Game drives
• Entrance fees
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast

• Lunch

The tour features the renowned and picturesque Panorama route, nestled in the Drakensberg mountain in northeastern South Africa. Visitors will be treated to the awe-inspiring scenic route, punctuated by attractions such as God’s Window and Berlin falls. Guests will be immersed in the majestic and mountainous realm of Swaziland. The journey will also explore the wildlife in Kruger National Park and Hluhluwe Umfolozi Park. The tour concludes with a visit to the southern Drakensberg mountains, where there will be chances for hiking before returning to Johannesburg.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.