5 Day Kruger Park Safari to Bush Camp Lodge
Embark on an authentic Kruger Park Safari adventure at an affordable price with this 5-day journey into South Africa’s Greater Kruger. Staying at an intimate bush camp lodge, you’ll explore Big 5 territory on thrilling open-vehicle game drives in the renowned Kruger National Park and Maseke Balule Game Reserve. Between game drives, relax at the family-friendly bush camp set in tranquil wilderness, complete with a pool and wildlife viewing deck.
Kruger Park Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Johannesburg to Greater Kruger Park
Your Kruger Park Safari begins with a morning pickup from OR Tambo International Airport or Pretoria. From there, travel northeast to the Maseke Balule Game Reserve, a private concession in Greater Kruger. Arriving at the remote bush camp, enjoy a leisurely lunch before heading out on your first afternoon-to-night game drive. As darkness falls, your expert guide will help you spot elusive nocturnal wildlife like leopards, civets, and hyenas. Cap off your day with dinner and drinks around the campfire under the African night sky.
- Includes: Lunch & Dinner
- Accommodation: Greater Kruger Bush Camp Safari Lodge
- Highlights: Sunset and night game drive in Kruger Park
Days 2 to 4: Safari Adventures in Greater Kruger Park
Wake with the rising sun and venture into the bush on early morning game drives. The Greater Kruger region offers unmatched game viewing with free-roaming wildlife across unfenced reserves. Return for breakfast and spend your midday relaxing at the pool or on the deck watching passing wildlife. After lunch, set off again for afternoon and evening game drives when animals are most active.
Across these three days, you’ll have multiple chances to spot Africa’s iconic Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo — as well as giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and even wild dogs. Every game drive is a new opportunity to witness unique wildlife encounters.
- Includes: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (x3)
- Accommodation: Greater Kruger Bush Camp Safari Lodge
- Highlights: Daily game drives in open 4×4 vehicles, bush relaxation, wildlife-rich setting
Day 5: Greater Kruger Park to Johannesburg
On your final morning, enjoy one last sunrise game drive through the Kruger wilderness. After a hearty breakfast back at the lodge, your guide transfers you to the pickup point for your shuttle ride back to Johannesburg and Pretoria. Reflect on your incredible Kruger Park Safari experience as you journey home through the scenic South African landscape.
- Includes: Breakfast
- Highlights: Final morning game drive
About the Greater Kruger Bush Camp Safari Lodge
This rustic yet comfortable bush camp is located in the Maseke Balule Game Reserve, which shares unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park. Nestled near the Olifants River and surrounded by mopane woodlands, the camp accommodates up to 10 guests, offering an intimate safari setting. The camp’s deck and pool area provide excellent wildlife viewing, with frequent sightings of elephants, kudu, and bushbuck.
Shuttle Transfers for Your Kruger Park Safari
Transfers to and from the safari are available from OR Tambo International Airport and Pretoria. Pickup occurs at 07h00 in Johannesburg and 07h30 in Pretoria, with returns by 17h00 and 18h00 respectively.
Pre and Post Safari Accommodation
Optional 4-star lodge accommodation near OR Tambo International Airport is available before or after your Kruger Park Safari. Inquire to add these stays to your itinerary.
Child Policy
Children aged five and older are welcome on this safari. If the entire camp is booked for exclusive use, children of all ages may join the adventure.