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Wildlife spotting on safari in Africa

Kruger & the East Coast trips

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Head to the north and east of South Africa for some of the best wildlife spotting opportunities. Spot the Big Five on safari in the famous Kruger National Park, or observe the vast numbers of elephants in Addo Elephant Park. Stay overnight in a luxury tented camp or comfortable safari lodge.

Choose your favourite bite-sized trips in the region from our selection below and your South Africa specialist will piece them together to create a tailor-made holiday just for you.

If you want to explore more of South Africa, or are not sure where to start, take a look at our full itineraries. Or simply get in touch and our travel specialists will talk you through the options.

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    • Location:
      Sabi Sand Nature Reserve
    • Duration:
      4 days / 3 nights (flexible)
    • Price:
      From £ 3,459.- per person (excluding flights)
    • Transport:
      Return charter flights

    Today you will set off for the adventure of a lifetime to the exclusive Sabi Sands reserve. You will take return charter flights from Johannesburg and stay in a luxury safari lodge. As you are in a private reserve, there is a higher density of animals and it is not unusual for elephants (or other members of the Big 5) to forage near your accommodation!

    Today you will set off for the adventure of a lifetime to the exclusive Sabi Sands reserve. You will take return charter flights from Johannesburg and stay in a luxury safari lodge. As you are in a private reserve, there is a higher density of animals and it is not unusual for elephants (or other members of the Big 5) to forage near your accommodation!

    • Location:
      Greater Kruger region
    • Duration:
      4 days / 3 nights (flexible)
    • Price:
      From £ 1,469.- per person (excluding flights)
    • Transport:
      Private transfers

    Located within a private reserve in the Greater Kruger region, this module begins with private road transfers to your luxurious safari lodge where the thrill of wildlife spotting awaits led by knowledgeable guides and experienced trackers. In between game drives, spend your time enjoying the superb hospitality and delicious food with evenings around a fire gazing up at the twinkling night sky.

    Located within a private reserve in the Greater Kruger region, this module begins with private road transfers to your luxurious safari lodge where the thrill of wildlife spotting awaits led by knowledgeable guides and experienced trackers. In between game drives, spend your time enjoying the superb hospitality and delicious food with evenings around a fire gazing up at the twinkling night sky.

    • Location:
      Port Elizabeth – private safari lodge – Port Elizabeth
    • Duration:
      3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
    • Price:
      From £ 749.- per person (excluding flights)
    • Transport:
      Self-drive

    Located on the riverbank, deep within a private reserve, this is the perfect setting for an immersive experience that is far from life’s hustle and bustle. You will sleep in a cosy, luxurious safari tent where the sounds of the night are the best lullaby you’ll find. Experience the thrill of wildlife spotting on game drives with knowledgeable guides, then spend your evenings around a fire gazing up at the twinkling night sky.

    Located on the riverbank, deep within a private reserve, this is the perfect setting for an immersive experience that is far from life’s hustle and bustle. You will sleep in a cosy, luxurious safari tent where the sounds of the night are the best lullaby you’ll find. Experience the thrill of wildlife spotting on game drives with knowledgeable guides, then spend your evenings around a fire gazing up at the twinkling night sky.

    Elephant spraying water Addo Elephant Park
    • Itinerary:
      Addo
    • Duration:
      3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
    • Price:
      from £ 179.- per person (excluding flights)
    • Transport:
      Self-drive

    Explore Addo Elephant Park, home to large herds of these magnificent creatures who now roam freely, after being on the edge of extinction. Drive through the stunning landscapes near Port Elizabeth at your own pace and then head out on a guided game drive, venturing into the savannah and bush as night falls, offering a unique opportunity to witness the park’s wildlife come to life after dark.

    Explore Addo Elephant Park, home to large herds of these magnificent creatures who now roam freely, after being on the edge of extinction. Drive through the stunning landscapes near Port Elizabeth at your own pace and then head out on a guided game drive, venturing into the savannah and bush as night falls, offering a unique opportunity to witness the park’s wildlife come to life after dark.

    Woman stood amongst mountainous landscape lake in distance
    • Location:
      Hazyview - Blyde River Canyon - Hoedspruit Private Game Reserve - Kruger National Park - Komatiepoort
    • Duration:
      6 days / 5 nights (flexible)
    • Price:
      from £ 619.- per person (excluding flights)
    • Transport:
      Self-drive

    Wind your way along the breathtaking Panorama Route, where at every turn, the dramatic landscape unfolds before your eyes. Finish off with a self-drive through the iconic Kruger National Park, where you may be lucky enough to spot some of the incredible wildlife in their natural habitat.

    Wind your way along the breathtaking Panorama Route, where at every turn, the dramatic landscape unfolds before your eyes. Finish off with a self-drive through the iconic Kruger National Park, where you may be lucky enough to spot some of the incredible wildlife in their natural habitat.

Speak to our South Africa specialist Gemma

“South Africa is a land of stunning contrasts, where every journey leads from the wild beauty of the savannah to the vibrant energy of its cities. Whether you’re spotting the Big Five in Kruger National Park or exploring the culture of Cape Town, this country offers an adventure for every traveller. The warmth of its people and the diversity of its landscapes make South Africa an unforgettable experience.”

Woman riding a horse in South Africa