South African safaris,
variety and choice to suit your taste and preference
The range and variety of South African safaris that you
can choose from has never been larger or more attractive.
There are many options to suit your taste and preference, covering different kinds of unique wildlife experiences and different levels
of wildness, comfort, luxury, adventure and budget. Whichever you choose, it will be the experience of a lifetime.
South Africa's national game parks are a paradise for the wildlife enthusiasts, offering a range of
accommodation types to suit all preferences, from low budget camping and rondavel huts to medium budget
guest cottages and top notch luxury bush lodges.
If you want to learn more, click any of the subjects in the menu below.
Game rangers in the South African bushveld
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National
game reserve safaris,...
The flagship of course is the Kruger National Park, stretching for 350 km north to south along the
South Africa - Mozambique border, housing close to 150 species of mammals, more then 500 species of birds
and over 300 species of trees. In addition to the “Big five” you will come across plenty of interesting
wildlife animals, like hippo’s, jackal, giraffes, zebra, warthogs, wildebeest (gnu’s), hyenas, numerous
antelope species, cheetahs, wild dogs, etc..etc.
Highly trained game rangers will take you in specially designed safari vehicles on morning, afternoon
and night time game drives. Alternatively you can explore the park in your own time and vehicle, or join an
organized and guided safari tour.
Game drive at night in the Kruger national Park
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Private game reserve safaris,...
One of the most popular types of South African safaris. Some of the finest privately owned game
reserves in our country are bordering the Kruger national Park on its western boundary.
Well known names like Sabi Sands, Mala Mala, Timbavati, Sabi Sabi, Manyeleti, and Klaserie come to
mind, to name but a few. In most instances fences between the Kruger Park and the private game reserves
have been removed, allowing wildlife to move freely across reserve borders.
The quality and standard of the accommodation, personal service and safari activities vary from 3
star excellent to 5 star ultimate exquisiteness. Professional game rangers and expert trackers, both
passionate about their role in wildlife conservation, will lead you to incredible up-close wildlife e
ncounters on morning, afternoon and night time drives.
Between game drives you can enjoy a fascinating bush walk with an armed ranger, laze in the swimming
pool overlooking a wildlife water hole, or visit an authentic rural community.
After a thrilling day you relax and enjoy an excellent traditional bushveld dinner around a roaring
boma fire under the stars of the African sky.
Game drive in the Sabi Sabi private game reserve
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Mobile safaris,...
On mobile safaris, you will be covering different wildlife areas and a variety of habitats often in
different countries. The diversity and relatively large distances between game reserves in South Africa
and in Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Tanganyika, Kenya etc., make mobile safaris the preferred means of
covering as much territory as possible.
You stay in a different camp or lodge each night as you move along from place to place. For the more
luxury fully guided type of mobile safaris that means travelling in small groups in comfortable 4x4 safari
vehicles, air conditioned mini buses and often flying in small aircraft from one game reserve to the
other.
Adventurers and backpackers might prefer the budget type of mobile safaris. These safaris cater for
small to medium size groups and are designed for those who do not mind roughing it up a bit and to
participate in camping chores. Transport is by road only, in specially designed game viewing trucks or
buses, spending the nights mostly in tented camps.
In all cases fully qualified guides will accompany the mobile safari for its entire duration. Mobile
safaris are an excellent way to get to know Africa at grass roots level and meeting people from all
corners of the world.
Sable Camp lodge in the Mala Mala game reserve
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Fly-in safaris,...
These are a luxury type of mobile safaris, for those who have a limited amount of time and who want
to see as much as possible on their short visit to South Africa. Any worries about logistics, arrangements,
documents etc.. will be taken care of, you can just relax and enjoy.
It is a perfect way to experience the magnificence of Africa. Usually you will be picked up from
your first point of arrival in South Africa and from there you just let go. You will be flown to your first
lodge or camp. Most national parks and upmarket private game reserves have their own private landing
strips.
From there you will be flown from the one lodge or camp to the other, depending on the itinerary you
have chosen. Often your pilot is also a qualified guide and will remain with you for the duration of the
safari. The lodges and camps you will stay in are of the highest standard available in the bush.
A fly-in safari makes you see Africa from a totally different perspective. From the air you will get
an overview of the vastness and greatness of the continent. On the ground you will be taken on game drives,
maximizing the time spent on viewing the beautiful wildlife and scenery. At the end of each day you will
rest and be pampered in ultimate style and comfort.
Arriving on a Fly-in safari
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Walking safaris,...
These safaris are for the more adventurous who want to get as close to nature as possible. Many game
reserves offer bush walks with armed rangers in between game drives, that last for up to 4 hours. Some of
the private game reserves and national parks including the Kruger national Park, offer walking safaris on a
larger scale.
Armed rangers and trackers accompany groups of usually no more then eight on an exploration of the
African bush lasting on average from 3 to 6 days. Just imagine yourself walking there on your two feet deep
into the African bush, miles from the nearest road and vehicle, getting close-up views of black rhino,
elephants, giraffes, zebras and numerous antelope to name but a few.
This is Africa at its best. The highly trained rangers will use all their skills to ensure that no
unnecessary risks are taken. You go out early in the morning from your base camp and return at night to a
crackling fire and a wholesome meal. Wash off the dust in a reed-walled bush shower and fall asleep in your
tent to the sounds of the African bush.
Walking safaris
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Special interest safaris,…
these safaris are specially designed and often tailor
made for those who have a special interest that they want to pursue on their safari. The word safari
nowadays has taken on a much wider meaning, including tours and travels not necessarily related to the
search of wildlife. Like for instance,…
Adventure safaris,...
For those who like the impulse of adrenaline, there are many adventure orientated expeditions, like
4x4 trails, horse riding, mountain biking, abseiling, bungee jumping, mountain climbing, ballooning etc…etc.
Adventure horse back safaris
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Bird watching safaris,...
South Africa ranks as one of the top birding destinations in the world with over 800 species of
birds. You will enjoy excellent birding. Books and equipment are readily available and there are many
guides who will take visitors to the best birding spots.
White pelicans
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Steam train safaris,...
If you love trains and especially steam trains and you want to see the best of South Africa in
luxury and romantic steam train style, then this is for you. On your exciting train safaris through south
Africa there will be opportunities to take pictures of steam locomotives, spend time on the foot plates,
talk to train drives and stokers, smell the steam and coal and talk trains, trains,…and more trains.
Steam train safaris
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Honeymoon safaris,...
Just imagine the two of you alone, on your private viewing deck in an exclusive bush camp or lodge,
with the grandeur of Africa spread around you, the sounds of the savannah, bottle of champagne in the ice
bucket, peace.... Is there a better place then South Africa in which to honeymoon ?
Honeymoon safari accommodation
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Self-drive safaris,…
A highly flexible way of discovering Africa, allowing you to change and adjust plans at short
notice. You will be met at the airport upon arrival. Accommodation and car hire arrangements have been
taken care of. You receive the itinerary that you have chosen together with the necessary maps and off
you are, exploring the unknown under your own steam.
Good roads for selfdrive safaris
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Great-white shark safaris,…
Meet Jaws himself. Sounds terrifying, but they say it is not. Gansbaai is one of the places where
you are almost guaranteed to see them. Those who are brave can be lowered in steel cages just below the
surface of the sea, to watch the sea lions rise up from the depths and go for the bait supplied.
Alternatively you can watch them from the boat. You will gain a new respect for these incredible
creatures.
Great white shark safaris
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Whale watching safaris,…
Leaving behind their icy feeding grounds off Antarctica, the southern rights head for warmer
climates to mate and calve. With their arrival in winter and early spring, the southern Cape coast is
completely awash with whales. Hermanus, overlooking Walker Bay on the Cape south coast, is considered to
boast the best land-based whale-watching in the world, and then there's still Plettenberg Bay, Algoa Bay
and the Wild Coast as additional options.
Whale watching safaris
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