5 Day Kruger Park Vintage Safari

A 5-day trip to Kruger National Park offers an unforgettable blend of wildlife encounters and scenic exploration.

On Day 2, guests embark on a full-day safari drive through Kruger, one of Africa’s most iconic game reserves. This is the heart of the authentic safari experience — a chance to track the legendary Big 5 along with countless other species and an incredible variety of birdlife. 

Day 3 shifts focus from wildlife to landscapes with a scenic drive along the Panorama Route. This day trip includes some of South Africa’s most iconic natural attractions, beginning with a stop at the awe-inspiring Blyde River Canyon — one of the world’s largest green canyons. Other highlights include the sweeping views from God’s Window, the swirling rock formations at Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the towering Three Rondavels. 

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Price Includes

* Accommodation * All airport transfers * Meal plan as per itinerary * Sightseeing & tour as per itinerary * All entrance fees & conservation fees * English speaking driver/guide

Sabi Sands Lodges Reviews

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May 6, 2026 ZA Website
Best in the bushes  

What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone

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Best in the bushes  
Candice Tehini    May 6, 2026   ZA    Website   
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What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone for the stress-free bush experience.

From the vanilla scented towels, to the delicious food, exciting game drives and phenomenal staff, our stay at Shiduli was magical from the second we arrived and lives in our hearts long after we left.

Your helpful staff greeted us as we arrived and and were with us every step of the way... literally. We were escorted to our private villa by Gary, who my children absolutely adored. Richard, in the bar was on form and Gogo Dorris had faith that we would see lions... which we did.

Thandy and Karen were friendly, professional and made us feel like old friends. We will definitely be back and will bring our friends and family so they can share in this beautiful gem.

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September 23, 2026 GB Website
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  

Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us


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Annelize Taylor    September 23, 2026   GB    Website   
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Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us in great detail!!

Thank you so much for arranging all our travel - Ulusaba, amazing. The pick ups were great - through vumba tours!!
The La Rochelle tours were fantastic too. Drivers were helpful, friendly and professional.

Really enjoyed our experiences and everyone involved made it even better!!!!

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July 26, 2026 CL Website
100% Recommended  

Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100%

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Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100% recommended.

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Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  

Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly

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Andrew W.    September 23, 2026   ZA    Website   
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Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly recommend booking with Sabi Sands Lodges as it saved us time & effort. Experience counts and Max's knowledge was invaluable.

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We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see

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Mandy H    August 19, 2026   Cardiff, UK    Website   
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We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see the big 5 and a lot more animals. The game drives were amazing. The Knowledge of the tracker (Donald) and our guide (Helen) was exceptional and they ensured we were able to see everything. We seen leopards, cheetahs and lions. You stop for a morning coffee out in the bush and sundowners in the evening, this was also excellently organised. The rooms are absolutely stunning with the biggest mini bar I’ve ever seen. The drink options are fantastic. Super comfortable rooms and luxurious. Food was superb. Each evening there was a different location for dinner excellently curated by the team at the hotel, with food prepared to a very high standard. We also used the gym facilities which were great. The service and operational standards at this hotel are exceptional. I would 100% stay at this lodge again it was such an incredible experience


ITINERARY - 5 Day Kruger Park Vintage Safari

This Tour is Good For

 

 SIGHTSEEING     WILDLIFE & LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY   ADVENTURE    GAME VIEWING 

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ITINERARY

DAY 1- 5 :

Accommodation at Thornyhill Safari lodge 

Breakfast & Dinner included 

Activities included: Game Drives in both the Kruger National Park and neighbouring Private Game Reserves

Day 2: Kruger National Park - Full Day Game Drive

After an early rise, you will make your way to the Kruger with your ranger and tracker in a 4x4 fully open vehicle. Enjoy breakfast at one of the picnic spots before continuing through the park. Your entire day will be spent game viewing, bird watching and stopping off at the various waterholes en route.

Day 3:  Panaroma Route 

Sightings: God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes and some of the magnificent waterfalls within the Blyde River Canyon.

Day 4: Relax & Recuperate 

Optional Activities: 

Kruger National Park - Day trip 

Private Game Reserve - Big 5 game drive 

Enquire with one of our agents with regard to the additional costs for these activities.

Day 5:

Morning bush walk, Breakfast, Check Out. 

Transfer to Johannesburg - sights along the way include Blyde River Canyon & The Three Rondavels Lookout.

What to pack:

- Comfortable light clothing for summer months, including a swimming costume.

- A very warm jacket for game drives during winter – conditions can be chilly!

- Walking shoes and socks.

- Sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen (the African sun is harsh for the unprotected body).

- Camera and plenty of film/ memory space.

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