The ultimate 8 day Big Game Safari itinerary. Upon arrival in Johannesburg you will be transferred to Athol Place for an overnight stay. Fly from Johannesburg directly into Ulusaba Private Reserve for 3 nights at Ulusaba Rock Lodge – with spectacular panoramic views and the Big 5! A flight to Kapama Reserve and a 3 night stay at the private, owner run and managed, Camp Jabulani for a once in a lifetime elephant interaction and safari experience.
-Direct flights from Johannesburg to the Kruger National Park
-Stay in a lodge with the best views in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve
-Amazing Big 5 sightings in open 4 x 4 vehicles
-Intimate and luxurious stay in a private 6 suited camp
-Interaction with Africa’s largest land mammal
Day 1 : AtholPlace Hotel & Villa
When you arrive at OR Tambo International Airport you will be met and privately transferred to the luxury Athol Place Boutique Hotel. The perfect place to relax in elegance in the heart of cosmopolitan Johannesburg. An overnight stay in a luxury room allows you to unwind after the long journey and prepare for the Safari adventure that lies ahead.
Day 2 : Ulusaba Rock Lodge
A transfer to OR Tambo International Airport and a flight directly to the Ulusaba Private Reserve Airstrip makes for an efficient transition to the African Bushveld.At the airstrip you are sometimes lucky enough to get your first taste of wildlife viewing as you land. Transfer from the airstrip to Rock Lodge. Here you really feel like you are on the top of the world being 800 feet above vast African wilderness.
Day 3 : Ulusaba Rock Lodge
Every Suite at Rock Lodge is designed with a different African Tribe in mind, and every suite comes with spectacular panoramic views.Look down over this game rich area and watch Africa unfold in front of you. Enjoy your 3 night stay in luxury fit for Sir Richard Branson himself!
Day 4 : Ulusaba Rock Lodge
Ulusaba is in the heart of the Sabi Sands Private Reserve and shares unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park. The area is rich in game and regular Big 5 sightings. From open 4 x 4 game viewing vehicles you are able to get those photo opportunities that provide stories for a life time! You have the opportunity for game drives twice every day.
Day 5 : Jabulani
Transfer by light aircraft from Ulusaba to the private Kapama Reserve. At the airstrip you will be met and transferred to the family owned and run luxury Camp Jabulani. With Relais & Chateaux accreditation you are assured of a first class stay in this intimate 6 suite camp.
Day 6 : Jabulani
Camp Jabulani has become famous for its herd of rescued elephants and the very intimate and personal interactions this herd allows with humans. This is a highlight and very unique experience that you won’t have in many other places in the world.Camp Jabulani has no set routines so guests are allowed to plan their days and activities to suite how they feel.
Day 7 : Jabulani
Should you wish to unwind and soak up this African Bushveld your luxury suite is remote and private. Taking care for an appreciation of the natural environment in its style and comfort you are even able to “roll” your walls away during the day and get even closer to the wilds of Africa. Elephant interactions are a primary focus but Big 5 game viewing is also spectacular and can be done from open 4x4 safari vehicles or on foot.
Day 8 : Jabulani
DEPARTURE DAY - After a truly unique experience it is time to transfer to Hoedspruit Airport for a flight to Johannesburg. Arrive in time to connect to your International flight home.