Kruger and the kingdoms 7 days.
Price per person from: $ 1820:-
This tour combines the famous Kruger national park with the kingdoms of Swaziland and Zululand. The tour starts in Johannesburg and then goes on to the capital of South Africa Pretoria, located in the beautiful paradise country. We travel along the famous Panorama Route before coming to Kruger national park. Many animals reside in this park and we look for the big five! In the kingdom of Swaziland we spend time with the locals to learn about their customs and traditions. The tour ends with a visit to Zululand where we see their traditional round huts!
Tip! You can prolong this tour with a few days beach stay in the Durban area or combine it with another round trip.
This is included:
6 nights at standard class hotels on bed and breakfast basis.
Excursions according to program.
Open vechile safari in Kruger national park.
Transport during excursions.
Meals according to program.
Travel guarantee via Swedish Kammarkollegiet.
Day to day presentation:
(B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
Day 1: Arrival to Johannesburg.
On arrival in Johannesburg at OR Tambo International Airport, you’ll be met by your representative and transferred to your hotel. Johannesburg is the largest and most populous city in South Africa. It is also the source of a large-scale gold and diamond trade, due to its location on the mineral-rich Witwatersrand range of hills. The remainder of the day is at leisure & unescorted. Why not enjoy a sightseeing tour or simply relax at your hotel. At 19h00 we will meet up at reception for a briefing on the tour and a chance to meet fellow travelers.
Distance travelled today: 35 kms
Day 2: Johannesburg – Mpumalanga.
Depart Johannesburg after breakfast and head for Pretoria, South Africa’s capital city, for a short orientation tour, before continuing to the Mpumalanga Province, known as “Paradise Country”. Dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld, we travel via the historic towns of Dullstroom and Lydenburg. After traversing the famous Long Tom Pass, we travel via Sabie and arrive late afternoon into Hazyview, the safari hub of the Kruger National Park. (B)
Distance travelled today: 425 kms
Day 3: Mpumalanga.
After an early morning breakfast, we’ll drive along the spectacular “Panorama Route”, offering views of amazing scenery including the 26 kilometre-long Blyde River Canyon (home to the Three Rondavels), Bourke’s Luck Potholes’ and historic God’s Window, a breathtaking view (weather permitting) of the edge of the escarpment taking in the Kruger National Park.
We arrive back in Hazyview in the late afternoon, where the remainder of the day is at leisure to relax. (B)
Distance travelled today: 320 kms
Day 4: Kruger national park.
The day begins with early morning coffee or tea, followed by a thrilling open vehicle safari (with English speaking game ranger) through Kruger National Park with pre-packed breakfast. Kruger is one of the world’s greatest national parks, home to a stunning array of wildlife. Search for the ‘Big Five’ (rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, and elephant) as well as prolific birdlife and numerous other game. The afternoon is at leisure at your hotel. Late afternoon open vehicle game drives are available (optional & for own account). (B)
Distance travelled today: 120 kms
Day 5: Mpumalanga – Eswatini Swaziland.
This morning we travel to Eswatini (Swaziland), an independent Kingdom within the borders of South Africa, known for its lovely scenery, crafts and colourful indigenous culture. An interactive cultural experience introduces us to the charming people of Eswatini (Swaziland) and their traditions. We travel via the capital city, Mbabane, to the beautiful Ezulwini Valley for overnight in Eswatini (Swaziland). (B,L,D)
Distance travelled today: 310 kms
Day 6: Eswatini Swaziland – Zululand.
After breakfast we will continue south through Eswatini (Swaziland), before re-entering South Africa. Travel into Zululand, passing traditional round huts and endless vistas. There is an option to enjoy an afternoon open vehicle safari (optional and for own account with an English-speaking game ranger) in the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve, which contains an immense diversity of fauna and flora and is particularly famous for its conservation of black and white rhino.
Overnight in Hluhluwe-Umfolozi region. (B)
Distance travelled today: 360 kms.
Day 7: Zululand – Durban.
This morning we will join a cruise on Lake St Lucia (depending on favourable weather conditions) before departing for Durban. Our journey takes us past traditional Zulu Kraals, Eucalyptus plantations and sugar cane fields. We arrive in Durban in the early afternoon where the tour ends on arrival. (B)
Distance travelled today: 275 kms
Tip! Stay a few extra days in Durban and enjoy the beaches or combine this tour with another roundtrip in South Africa.
This is not included:
International flight. (can be booked on your own or via us)
Meals not mentioned in the program.
Drinks.
Tip.
Optional tours.
Travel insurance.
The tour departs on following dates during 2021:
Jan 3,10,17,24 and 31
Feb 7,14,21 and 28
March 7,14,21 and 28
April 4,11,18 and 25
May 2,9,16,23 and 30
June 6,13,20 and 27
July 4,11,18 and 25
Aug 1,8,15,22 and 29
Sep 5,12,19 and 26
Oct 3, 10,17,24 and 31
Nov 7,14,21 and 28
Dec 5 and 12
Please observe! A deposit have to be made at the time of booking. Final payment occurs 50 days before travel for this tour.
Don’t forget to check the current visa rules for Swaziland!
The prices are based upon the lowest booking class and season. Prices are calculated per person in shared double room.
We reserve ourselves against changes in currencies and increased flight taxes.
