Day 4: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Seeing the rare King Cheetah we need to get started early. The rangers call into the bush and an elephant appears to accompany us on this lion bush walk. An orphaned lion cup will tag along just for the fun.
Breakfast will be served after the walk.
The rest of the morning will be at you leisure.
Lunch will be back at the camp.
The afternoon we will take you on an exciting Micro light Flight over this African plain that is beautiful beyond words.
Dinner will be in true African style. Entertainment at dinner will set a scene of the heart beat of Africa.
Accommodation: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 5: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Breakfast will be served and then it is of on an expedition of pure nature extravagance. The Hippo trail takes you over 18 km in the Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve below the Panorama Route Escarpment.
Lunch will be here in this beautiful setting.
After this we are back to the camp where dinner will be served in the dining room.
Those who feel up to it can go on an evening game drive and might see an evening kill, as the predators come out to hunt.
Late night drinks after the game drive.
Accommodation: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 6: Shingalana Bush Lodge
You will wake up to another scene from Out of Africa. Breakfast will be served in the dining area and the morning game drive will bring the possibility to encounter a kill that was made the night before. The fresh air on the back of an open vehicle will bring you so close to the wonder of nature. An experience second-to-none.
The Cheetah Project will be our next place to visit.
Following an introductory presentation on the Cheetah Project, day visitors are treated to an in-depth tour of the centre. Departing on the hour, open safari vehicles with experienced guides move between the various enclosures, enabling participants to view cheetah, wild dog, lions, the black-footed cat, African wild cat, ground hornbills, sable antelope and much more.
A great treat is experiencing the feeding sessions of various rare African vultures as they swoop down into the “vulture restaurant” to feed on the remains of carcasses. This area attracts White-backed Vultures, Hooded Vultures, occasionally the Lappet-faced Vulture and Cape Griffon, the Marabou Stork and Bateleur Eagle. The bones and carcasses come from the bomas, paddocks and pens around the Centre, and once they have been picked clean they are taken to a bone miller and the proceeds are put pack into the Centre. Nothing goes to waste!
Lunch will be in the small town of Hoedspruit at one of the local restaurants.
The rest of the afternoon is for you to shop or just walk around this small town, before we head back to camp.
Dinner will be around the fire.
Evening game drive, where there is always a possibility to encounter something unforgettable.
Accommodation: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 7: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Early coffee and then a lovely breakfast on you private deck overlooking the waterhole.
The rest of the day is to our own leisure. Relaxing at the pool or waiting for the animals to come to the waterhole. Game drive or bush walks is also available
Light lunch on the deck and a lazy afternoon
Late afternoon to end this spectacular African day we will go on a boat trip and view the spectacular 200m Kadishi Tufa Waterfall which is one of Africa’s largest active waterfalls. On our trip you will also feast your eyes on the famous Three Rondavels. This trip is not only a treasure for the senses, but informative as well the guide telling all about the history of the canyon. Expect to see crocodiles, hippos and maybe some leopards. Listen out for the achingly beautiful call of the fish eagle while you drink in one of the most beautiful places this country has to offer. Whatever you’re interests, relaxing on a boat drifting down one of the most amazing rivers in Africa will feed your soul.
In this mood of African bliss will we enjoy a dinner in the dinning room.
Night cap with cigars and chocolate is on the menu to end this beautiful day.
Accommodation: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 8: Shingalana Bush Lodge
It's off to an early start as guests indulge in a farm breakfast.
This day is taking us on a White water rafting trip. This will be an experience you would not want to miss.
Lunch will be served after this wonderful and trilling experience
The rest of the day will most defiantly be your to spend as you wish.
Dinner will be served on the deck as everyone will want to tell of their experience of the day
A late night cap or game drive, but through experience I know you might just want to go and have some sleep. This day will leave you humble to the power of nature.
Accommodation: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Kruger National Park, Private game Lodge, Game Drives, Gods Window, African Bushveld, Microlight flight over the Kruger Park, Hot Air Balloon Safari and the Big Five.
Day 1: Johannesburg
Guests are met upon arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg and transferred to the African Tribes Guest Lodge.
Get a true 5 star African Experience in this African inspired lodge. Each room represents a different African tribe.
Relax at the bar, next to the heated indoor swimming pool, or soak up the African sun outside.
This lodge is the perfect start to any African safari or tour. Spend the afternoon relaxing after the long journey.
In the evening, guests are invited to a traditional South African dinner with their hosts and treated to welcome gifts.
Accommodation: African Tribes Guest Lodge
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Breakfast will be enjoyed and then it is of to one of the most beautiful places on the African continent.
This Magical wonder of nature is situated in Mpumalanga, surrounded by the most breathtaking scenery the country has to offer.
With its impressive scenery, The Blyde River Canyon Reserve offers visitors a remarkable experience that they will still remember long after leaving the lowveld. This 29 000 hectare reserve is set against the Greater Drakensberg escarpment, stretching from the high mist lands down to the hotter and drier lowveld at the Blyde River Dam.
The unique geological features at Bourke’s Luck Potholes, the Three Rondavels and God’s Window are all place that you need to see and experience.
Lunch will be in Hoedspruit and then we are of to the Shingalana Bush Camp situated in the Klaserie Nature Reserve that forms part of the Kruger National Park.
In a setting simply described as spectacular, Shingalana Camp nestles beneath nature's magnificent weeping Boer-Bean tree.
This refreshingly tranquil hideaway is found along a bend of the seasonal Ntsiri River.
The magic of the wilderness all within a "Big Five" reserve, Shingalana is the perfect bush destination.
An exquisite blend of timber, thatch and authentic screeded floors, the main lodge hosts a cozy sandstone fireplace warming a spacious and comfortable lounge.
The open-plan kitchen lounge invites a warm and social atmosphere. Sliding doors open onto a large deck overlooking the scenic riverine landscape.
For those warm African days, guests may relax at the infinity pool while keeping watch over the nearby waterhole, frequented by thirsty elephants and giraffes, and the Big Five.
Sundowners will be enjoyed on the deck overlooking the waterhole.
Dinner will be in this spectacular African setting.
Accommodation: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 3: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Experience the break of a new day with fresh coffee on your private deck overlooking the waterhole and breakfast will be served here to you.
Then it is of with a professional guide on a bush walk before the African sun gets to hot. This is the most humbling experience to see the wonder of Africa.
Then it is back to the camp for a light lunch. Relax at the pool and enjoy the tranquil setting of this magnificent place.
Later the afternoon we will go on an Elephant Back Safari. This troop of orphaned elephants came together when Jabulani – just a year old – got trapped in a mud pool near Phalaborwa. His herd attempted to rescue Jabulani but to no avail. Human intervention was called for and Jabulani was rescued. With no place to go Lente Roode took this baby and after a few years found a family for him with 12 orphaned elephants from Zimbabwe. To sit on the back of these gentle giants is truly a memorable and humbling experience.
Then it is back to the camp and dinner will be under the star lit African sky.
Join your hosts for a night cap around the fire and experience the African night.
Accommodation: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 9: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Breakfast will be on the deck and then it is of on a bush walk to start this brilliant day.
On your return you can tell us how you would like to spend the day.
Lunch maybe in town or something that you would like to go and see.
Or just relax at the pool with lunch served to you as you please...
Dinner with entertainment at an open fire under an African sky.
Accommodation: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Day 10: Shingalana Bush Lodge
Breakfast will be on our way back to Johannesburg.
This African dream adventure has come to an end and we await your next visit. The pleasure was ours to show you this wonderful and diverse country we call home.
We will have lunch at O.R. Tambo International Airport from where you’ll depart home.
Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Please call ahead to confirm dates, prices and availability for all of these special vacation packages.
Fly-in, Kruger Park Safari, Private Game Reserve, Game Drives, God's Window, Burkes Luck Potholes, Pilgrim's Rest, Microlight flight over the African Bush, Hot Air Balloon Safari, The Big Five
10 Days & 9 Nights..................................................$3495-00
Rates are per person sharing and includes meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner), accommodation, transport and entry fees. (See detailed itinerary)
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