3 Day Best of Kruger Luxury Safari
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Price
Package Features
- 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Kruger National Park
- OR Tambo
- Min Age : 8 Years
The 3 Day Best of Kruger Luxury Safari is a small-group Kruger National Park safari from Johannesburg, with game drives in shared open 4x4 safari vehicles (up to 10 guests) and two nights at the 4-star Umbhaba Eco Lodge in Hazyview. From R12,950 per person sharing, including a sunset-to-night safari in a Kruger concession.
Overview
This action-packed, all-inclusive Kruger Park Safari package includes transfers, a Night safari on a private concession inside the Kruger, a Full day and morning open vehicle safaris, quality accommodation with tasty traditional meals at leading lodges kitted out with everything you need for a comfortable stay, Wi-Fi, comfortable air-conditioning, and spacious rooms.
Tour Features
- This is a luxury tour that uses 4-star quality lodges.
- On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travellers.
- Single travellers can join this group tour However it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
Activities and Transport
- Game drives & evening/night game drives
- Game drives: open 4x4 safari vehicle.
- A transfer from and back to Johannesburg or Airport is included.
Rates
- Children 11 years and below sharing with parents less 50%.
- Min age 8 years
- Min 2 clients
Safari Special
Accommodation and Meals
Located near Hazyview, Umbhaba Eco Lodge is a 4-star property featuring stylish, modern accommodation. Each room has en-suite facilities, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, and traditional delicious meals, ensuring you have a relaxed and memorable stay. With its serene setting and attentive service, the lodge provides guests with a high-quality experience that is comfortable, convenient, and promises authentic hospitality.
Route
South Africa
- Start – Day 1 Johannesburg - Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport - Transfer – Night safari
- Day 1- Transfer – Night safari
- Day 2 - Southern Kruger Full day safari
- Day 3 – Morning safari – Transfer to Johannesburg / Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport.
Day By Day
Day 1: Transfer to the Kruger National Park & an Evening Game Drive
We travel straight to the lodge in Hazyview, arriving around midday.
After settling in, guests can enjoy a light lunch, a refreshing swim, or a stroll along the lodge’s walking trails. At 15:45, we depart for an exciting sunset-to-night safari in a Kruger concession area, returning around 20:00 for a delicious dinner and a well-earned rest.
Day 2: Full Day Open Vehicle Safari in the Kruger National Park
Mpumalanga, the “place of the rising sun,” is the first province in South Africa to welcome the day, and the best Kruger National Park safaris start before sunrise. These cool, early hours are perfect for spotting predators and other wildlife. After a short drive, you’ll enter the park, where your guide will lead you to prime areas for sightings of the Big 5 and plains game.
Breakfast packs are arranged by the lodge, and about three hours in, you’ll stop for a coffee and bathroom break before continuing through the Kruger’s fascinating landscapes, which include rivers, bushveld, and open plains, all teeming with life.
Later, you’ll enjoy lunch (own account) at a rest camp, with time to browse the curio shop or sip a cold beer before heading back to the lodge. You’ll return around 15:30–16:00, just in time to unwind, swim, and enjoy a well-earned dinner.
Day 3: Morning Safari - Transfer to Johannesburg
On your final morning safari, we depart before sunrise once again, with your guide tracking down any animals still on your wish list, especially lions and leopards, most active in the early hours.
We’ll pause midmorning for a packed breakfast and coffee before continuing the drive, returning to the lodge around 11:00. After saying goodbye to your guide and freshening up, the shuttle collects you at 12:30 for the journey back to Johannesburg, arriving at OR Tambo or nearby lodges between 17:00 and 18:00.
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Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions
- Licensed and Professional Safari Guides
- 1 Sunset Safari / Night safari
- 1 Full-day open vehicle safari in the Kruger National Park.
- 1 Half-day open vehicle morning safari in the
- Kruger National Park.
- Transfers to & from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport.
- 2 Nights’ 4-star Accommodation in Hazyview.
- 2 Breakfasts & 2 Dinners – as per itinerary.
- 3 Days’ Conservation levies & entry fees.
- 1 Lunch
- Mineral waters on all drives
Exclusions
- All Meals & Beverages not specified in Itinerary.
- Items of personal nature
- Gratuities
Getting There
- We depart for the Kruger from Johannesburg at 7:15 am.
- Clients are collected from various lodges and hotels within a 5 km radius of the OR Tambo International Airport between 6:30 am and 6:45 am, or from the OR Tambo International Airport shuttle and bus terminal between 6:45 and 7:00 am.
- Clients flying into Nelspruit (Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport) will be transferred to their lodge in Hazyview at no additional cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts cannot be arranged.
- Please confirm your pickup details the day before the tour, by sending an email to online@kurtsafari.com.
- Please note that these are shared departures.
Offered By
Kurt Safari is a well-established safari company based in Hazyview, South Africa, which specialises in delivering the best wildlife safaris in the Kruger National Park. Our company is SATSA-accredited, fully insured, and has earned a top-rating on Tripadvisor thanks to our team of expert local guides, modern open-safari vehicles and all-inclusive packages covering accommodation, transfers, meals, and conservation fees.
Guest reviews
★★★★★ 5.0/5 from 1 review
An unforgettable safari experience! Everything was perfectly organized, and the team was professional, friendly, and attentive. Our guide was fantastic, incredibly knowledgeable, and made sure we saw amazing wildlife while sharing fascinating insights. We highly recommend this tour operator if you’re looking for an exceptional safari experience. You won’t be disappointed!😉
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Write a review3 Day Best of Kruger Luxury Safari FAQs
Is 3 days enough for Kruger National Park?
Yes — three days is plenty to experience the best of the Kruger, especially with a night safari, a full-day drive and a sunrise safari packed in. It's a great fit for UK travellers with limited annual leave: a direct 11-hour flight and minimal jet lag mean you can be spotting the Big 5 within a day of leaving home.
Is a luxury safari worth it?
A luxury Kruger safari is absolutely worth it if you want comfort, personalised service, and high-quality wildlife experiences. Luxury lodges like Umbhaba Eco Lodge have air-conditioned rooms, great meals, Wi-Fi, peaceful natural surroundings, and professional guides, creating a far more relaxed, immersive, and memorable safari compared to budget tours.
What is included in the 3 Day Best of Kruger Luxury Safari package?
This all-inclusive safari includes return transfers from Johannesburg, a night safari, a full-day safari, a morning safari, conservation fees, 4-star accommodation, two breakfasts, two dinners, one lunch, and mineral water on all drives. It is designed to be a complete, hassle-free wildlife holiday with expert guides and premium comfort.
What is the best time of year for a 3-day Kruger safari?
The best time to visit the Kruger National Park is from April to November, when the dry season leads to better visibility, more predictable wildlife movements, and cooler temperatures. These months offer excellent chances of seeing the Big 5, especially during early morning and evening game drives.
How long is the transfer from Johannesburg to Kruger for this 3-day safari?
If you're flying in from the UK, your direct flight lands at Johannesburg's OR Tambo, from where the road transfer to Hazyview takes approximately 5–6 hours (pick-ups from OR Tambo and hotels within a 5 km radius are included). Prefer to skip the drive? Fly on to Kruger Mpumalanga International (KMIA / Nelspruit) and we'll collect you with a complimentary shuttle to the lodge.
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