Active South Africa: Kruger Safari & Tugela Falls
- Trip code: 463X027
- Dauer: 8
- Stil: Active
Get ready for an epic eight-day adventure that blends jaw-dropping hikes with unforgettable wildlife encounters. Kick things off with a trek to Tugela Falls, the world’s second-highest waterfall, where you'll soak in the sweeping views of the Drakensberg Mountains from your cozy lodge in Witsiehoek. Then, it’s off to Kruger National Park for an overnight bush camping experience under a sky full of stars. You’ll still spot plenty of wildlife, but this trip keeps you moving, blending adventure and awe every step of the way.
Übersicht
Accommodation
Lodges (6 nts), Hotel (1 nt)
Checklist
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer), experienced local guides during the portion of the Itinerary near Kruger National Park
Group Size Notes
Max 16
Highlights
Hike in the Drakensberg Mountains to either Sentinel Peak to Tugela Falls or Gudu and Mahai Falls, Embark on an immersive and active 4-night stay at a bush camp learning about best leave no trace practices and studying how to track wildlife with South Africa’s leading rangers and guides, Enjoy 4 safari drives through the Kruger area, Get outside on a full wildlife immersion day and overnight camping in the savanna
Introduction
Get ready for an epic eight-day adventure that blends jaw-dropping hikes with unforgettable wildlife encounters. Kick things off with a trek to Tugela Falls, the world’s second-highest waterfall, where you'll soak in the sweeping views of the Drakensberg Mountains from your cozy lodge in Witsiehoek. Then, it’s off to Kruger National Park for an overnight bush camping experience under a sky full of stars. You’ll still spot plenty of wildlife, but this trip keeps you moving, blending adventure and awe every step of the way
Meals Included
6 Frühstück, 5 Mittagessen, 6 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD45-60 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Keine optionale Aktivitäten
Start / Finish
von Johannesburg
Transport
Private vehicle, plane, safari vehicle, walking
What's Included
Dein Welcome-Moment: Tag der Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen am Vormittag. Hike either Sentinel Peak to Tugela Falls or Gudu and Mahai Falls. Embark on an immersive and active 4-night stay at a bush camp where you'll learn and practice 'leave no trace'. 4 safari drives through the Kruger area. Full wildlife immersion day and overnight camping. Biking activity through Pridelands Conservancy. Morning bush walk back to the main lodge. Boma dinner. Internal flight between Johannesburg and the Kruger area. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Internationale Flüge
Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden
Minimum Age
Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Johannesburg to Tugela Falls, Drakensberg Mountains
Today is arrival day, and hit the road straightaway. Meet up with the rest of your fellow travel mates at the joining location before departing for your mountain lodge accommodations near Tugela Falls, in the Drakensberg Mountains of Royal Natal National Park. The lodge is owned by the local Batlokoa (Sotho) community, and all staff and guides are members themselves. Once here, sit down for a welcome meeting and briefing about the hiking that is expected in the coming days. Then, have an included group dinner at the restaurant on the lodge property
Day 2 Tugela Falls Area
This morning you have two hiking options to decide between. Choose to set off on the more intense Sentinel Peak hike to the second highest waterfall in the world, Tugela Falls and enjoy lunch at the top. Or opt for the Gudu and Mahai Falls guided hikes along more gentle routes and have lunch back at the lodge in between each one. Dinner will be had back at the lodge with views over the surrounding scenery you spent the day immersed in
Day 3 Tugela Falls Area to Pridelands Conservancy
After breakfast at the lodge transfer to the airport and onwards to Hoedspruit and your immersive and active lodge stay. Once at the lodge, sit down for a brief orientation of the property and the safety rules for the upcoming bush camp stay. Take some time to get settled in before the afternoon open safari vehicle drive through the bush searching for wildlife and continuing after sunset with a focus on nocturnal life and astronomy
Day 4 Pridelands Conservancy
Enjoy a full-day wilderness trail experience in the form of a bush walk. Connect with the wilderness and learn a minimal impact approach as you spend the day trekking on foot, observing wildlife both near and far, and learning about how guides and rangers in South Africa are taught to track and observe the animals in the bush. In the afternoon, set up an eco-friendly tent camp in the wild with your local guides. You will stay overnight here in your pitched tent along with the company of your travel mates and guides for a once in a lifetime opportunity to sleep under the starts in the savanna. Enjoy dinner around the fire and listen out for wildlife in the distance. The night sky should put on quite a display, so don't forget to look up as you drift off to sleep
Day 5 Pridelands Conservancy
Rise early and after some refreshments clear the camp leaving no trace. Trek back to Pridelands Conservancy with your guide and group and indulge in a hearty breakfast there at the lodge. Later in the day, listen in on an expert-led discussion at the Pridelands Basecamp about an important wilderness topic led by your local expert. Later in the day, hop into the vehicles and join an afternoon safari drive incorporating important points from your earlier talk into the safari drive. Enjoy a Boma dinner back at the camp and fall asleep under the stars
Day 6 Pridelands Conservancy
As the sun begins to rise the group will embark on an adrenaline-pumping mountain biking activity through the reserve. In the afternoon, choose to join an outdoor wilderness focused discussion led by the local guides and rangers. On your final evening in the conservancy, head out on a last safari drive to spot those last few animals. Bid farewell to the savanna with dinner and a drumming session out in the bush as darkness falls
Day 7 Pridelands Conservancy/Kruger to Johannesburg
Sip your morning tea or coffee in the bush as the golden light crosses the savanna. Set out on a short morning drive to simply enjoy and envelop yourself in the dawn with nature rising around you. Return for breakfast before transferring onwards to the airport for your flight back to Johannesburg. Arrive in the late afternoon, get settled at the hotel, and enjoy a free evening to explore and grab dinner at a trendy spot in the city with your fellow travel mates and CEO
Day 8 Johannesburg
Depart at any time
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Johannesburg to Tugela Falls, Drakensberg Mountains
Your flight must arrive no later than 6am in order to make your 8am meeting time at the Joining Hotel. We strongly recommend booking pre-nights in Johannesburg to ensure you are on time for the morning group departure to the Tugela Falls area
Day 2 Tugela Falls Area
Choose between two guided hiking options this morning. One is more strenuous and takes you to the top of Tugela Falls, the second highest waterfall in the world, while the other is moderate and also visits two separates waterfalls with a return to the lodge in between for lunch.
Day 3 Tugela Falls Area to Pridelands Conservancy
Day 4 Pridelands Conservancy
Day 5 Pridelands Conservancy
Day 6 Pridelands Conservancy
Day 7 Pridelands Conservancy/Kruger to Johannesburg
Day 8 Johannesburg
