Bushwise and Scenic
On arrival at our base in Marloth Park, all tours begin with a welcome evening - a typical South African meal and drinks. Then your tour begins! Here are the things we’ll be doing for the duration of your visit, although not necessarily in this order:
Introduction to the bush - leisurely walk along the fence of the Kruger park with your professional and knowledgeable guide
We’ll have an informal discussion of your itinerary for the rest of the week, over supper and drinks
Full day tour through the Kruger National Park, stopping as often as possible so that our guide can pass on information about animals, plants, trees, insects, and of course so that you can take as many photos as you like.
We’ll be staying over in scenic Hazyview for a few of nights in order to make the most of the time available.
We take you to one of the local African villages, who will host an evening of entertainment for us, and you’ll then join them for a traditional African supper
We’ll be touring the most beautiful countryside in Mpumalanga, taking in Gods Window, Bourkes Luck potholes, the Three Rondavels, and the historic town of Pilgrim’s Rest. The scenery is absolutely fantastic, some really great photo opportunities!
Moholoholo Sanctuary is also on our itinerary, as well as the Cheetah Breeding Project. You’ll see many endangered species up close, such as Leopard, Cheetah, Wild Dog, Ground Hornbill, and more. You’ll also be fascinated by the 'Vultures Restaurant”!
You’ll also have a day to relax and soak up some of the South African sun, swim in the local pool and generally just take it easy.
We’ll enjoy a night drive into the Kruger National Park in an open 4 x 4 safari vehicle - a totally different experience!
Another day will be dedicated to a trip to Swaziland, we will take you to one of the best African Craft Markets, where you can barter to your hearts content for mementoes and gifts. We’ll also visit the glass blowing factory and the Swazi Candle Factory - fascinating & entertaining - you can also purchase curios and gifts.
One of the highlights of this tour is the early morning 'Bush Walk & Rhino Tracking Safari', The slowest member will determine the pace - so don’t rush! We’ll locate fresh Rhino spoor in a 4 x 4 vehicle and then track the rhino on foot! The trip ends with a bush breakfast prepared on an open fire in the lodges’ private boma.
Of course, we will have a 'Farewell' supper & drinks on your last evening, when we can all exchange e-mail addresses, postal addresses, etc, and we’ll be handing out the CD’s containing lots of photos of your trip to each and every member of the tour group. We then bid you a safe journey after returning you to OR Tambo Airport safe and sound with many, many memories and hopefully, not too many tears!
