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SOUTH AFRICA's Drifters Game Reserve and Makutsi Safari Springs


Drifters Game Reserve

Situated in the 35,000 hectare Balule Nature Reserve adjacent to Kruger National Park, Drifters Lodge is only 15 minutes from Hoedspruit Airport.

Day 1, Hoedspruit - Balule Nature Reserve

Transfer to Drifters Game Lodge, featuring 10 luxury tents under thatch with private facilities and patio. The central lodge building has a lounge, bar and rock pool. (D)

Days 2 - 4,Balule ature Reserve

Activities during your stay include game drives, bush walks, a game drive in the Kruger National Park and an excursion to the spectacular Blyde River Canyon. (B,D)

Day 5, Balule - Hoedspruit

Transfer to Hoedspruit Airport for your return flight to Johannesburg. (B)

 

5 Days From $1,883per person share twin


Price includes

  • Accommodation with private facilities
  • Meals as indicated
  • Excursions as specified
  • Transfers to/from Hoedspruit Airport.

Transport
: Open 4WD safari vehicle
Meals: As indicated (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)
Grade: 4 star

Special Note
: Shorter stays at Drifters Game Lodge also available.


Makutsi Safari Springs

Between the Drakensberg Mountains and the Kruger National Park on the banks of the Makutsi River, lies Makutsi Safari Springs. It is raw African bush enjoyed by people who appreciate the peace and serenity of nature. Palms, acacias and bushveld; elephant, rhino, giraffe, lion, cheetah, leopard, crocodile and more.

Soft thermal-mineral water bubbles from two hot springs, nestling among indigenous trees. The food is a healthy variety of venison specialties, home grown vegetables and home bred beef. Accommodation is in rondavels with swimming pools with soft thermal-mineral water at 34°c. Both the restaurant and the bar are built as an open “Lapa”.

Day 1, Johannesburg - Makutsi

Travel via Middelburg, Belfast, Lydenburg and the north Drakensburg Mountains to Makutsi. (D)

Day 2, Makutsi Safari Springs

Early morning game drive in open Land Rover. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive returning at sunset. (B,D)

Day 3, Kruger National Park

Full day’s game viewing in Kruger National Park. (B,D)

Day 4, Drakensburg Mountains & Blyde River Canyon

Depart for a full day of sightseeing of the Drakensburg Mountains and Blyde River Canyon. Opportunity to shop for curios. (B,D)

Day 5, Tribal Village & Makutsi Rain Forest

After breakfast visit the nearby Shangaan and Sotho villages to learn about the traditional culture. Afterwards enjoy a walk and bush picnic. (B,D)

Day 6, Makutsi Safari Springs

Enjoy one more game drive in the morning or afternoon and the rest of the day is at leisure. (B,D)

Day 7, Makutsi - Johannesburg

After breakfast depart for Johannesburg. (B)

7 Days / 6 Nights From $1,760 per person share twin

Price includes

  • Accommodation with private facilities
  • Meals as indicated
  • Sightseeing as specified
  • Transportation.

Transport: Mini-bus and open 4WD
Meals: As indicated (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)
Grade: 4 star

Special Notes:
Tour departs and ends at Johannesburg International Airport. Order of itinerary is subject to change.


Prices are in New Zealand Dollars, per person/share twin, valid for travel in 2009.


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