7-Day Sabi Sands, Timbavati & Kruger Big Five Safari



Offered by Africa Incoming

Once-in-a-lifetime Experience
This safari includes exclusive access to private conservancies and top-rated guides.
Fully Inclusive
Accommodation, meals, transport, and park fees are all included in the price.
About this safari
<p>Embark on an unforgettable 7-day safari journey through South Africa’s premier wildlife regions, i.e. Sabi Sands, Timbavati Private Game Reserve, and the world-famous Kruger National Park. This carefully curated itinerary combines exclusive private reserves, renowned for close-up Big Five sightings, with the vast wilderness of Kruger, offering diverse landscapes and exceptional game viewing.</p>
Day-by-day Itinerary
D1Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Sabi Sand Nature Reserve • Umkumbe Safari Lodge
Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Sabi Sand Nature Reserve • Umkumbe Safari Lodge
<p>Arrive at Skukuza Airport, meet our representative and transfer to the lodge. After a delicious lunch at the lodge, take an afternoon safari drive for the best chance to see diverse wildlife.<br><br>Nestled within the renowned Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, Umkumbe Safari Lodge offers an authentic and comfortable safari experience in one of South Africa’s premier Big Five destinations. Overlooking a seasonal riverbed, the lodge provides excellent opportunities to observe wildlife directly from the deck, including elephants, buffalo, and plains game.<br><br><br></p>
D2Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Sabi Sand Nature Reserve • Umkumbe Safari Lodge
Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Sabi Sand Nature Reserve • Umkumbe Safari Lodge
<p>Today, enjoy the thrill of both morning and afternoon safari drives, allowing you to witness wildlife activity at different times of the day. From early-morning sightings to late-afternoon encounters, this full-day safari experience offers the best opportunity to observe a wide variety of animals in their natural habitat.</p><p><br></p>
D3Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve • Shindzela Tented Camp
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve • Shindzela Tented Camp
<p>After an early morning safari, return to the lodge to enjoy a leisurely breakfast, followed by a transfer to Timbavati Nature Reserve. Upon arrival, relax and indulge in a delicious lunch at the lodge. Later in the afternoon, embark on an exciting game drive when wildlife is most active, offering excellent opportunities to encounter a wide variety of animals in their natural habitat.</p>
D4Timbavati Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve • Shindzela Tented Camp
Timbavati Nature Reserve
Timbavati Private Nature Reserve • Shindzela Tented Camp
<p>Today is devoted to immersive wildlife exploration, with guided morning and afternoon safari drives. Scheduled during the cooler hours when animals are most active, these game drives offer excellent opportunities to encounter a wide variety of wildlife in their natural habitat.</p><p><br></p>
D5Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park • Mdluli Safari Lodge
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park • Mdluli Safari Lodge
<p>After an early morning safari, return to the lodge for a relaxed breakfast before transferring to Kruger National Park. On arrival, enjoy a delicious lunch at the lodge and time to unwind. Later in the afternoon, set out on a guided game drive, perfectly timed to coincide with peak wildlife activity and excellent game-viewing opportunities.</p><p>Mdluli Safari Lodge is a luxury tented lodge located inside the south-western Kruger National Park. Set on community-owned land, it offers an authentic safari experience with stylish en-suite tents, immersive wildlife encounters, and warm African hospitality. Guests enjoy guided game drives, bush dining, and modern comforts while supporting conservation and local community development.<br><br>In the evening, return to the lodge and unwind after the day’s safari adventures. Enjoy a delicious dinner, followed by a comfortable overnight stay at the lodge.<br><br><br><br></p>
D6Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park • Mdluli Safari Lodge
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park • Mdluli Safari Lodge
<p>Today is dedicated to immersive wildlife exploration with both morning and afternoon safari drives. These carefully timed game drives maximize your chances of spotting diverse wildlife, as animals are most active during the cooler hours of the day, offering unforgettable encounters in the heart of the wilderness.</p><p><br></p>
D7Morning Safari & Departure
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
Morning Safari & Departure
Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP)
<p>Today, start your day with an early morning safari, experiencing the sights and sounds of the bush at its most active. After the safari, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast. Following breakfast, you will be transferred to MQP Airport to continue your onward journey, taking with you unforgettable memories of your safari adventure.</p><p><br></p>
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Operators are thoroughly vetted and must maintain active licenses from their country of operations.