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3 Day Arathusa Safari Lodge

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From ZAR 25690

ZAR 33190 per single traveller

  • Hotel pickup included
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Includes: Return transfers from Johannesburg,  accommodation, open vehicle safari drives, meals as per itinerary, local beverages

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Overview

Experience an exceptional safari at Arathusa Safari Lodge in the private Sabi Sand Game Reserve, the pristine wilderness sanctuary inside the Greater Kruger conservation area.

At Arathusa you can expect a high concentration of game, including the Big Five, with frequent leopard sightings. A large waterhole right in front of the lodge allows for game and bird viewing from the comfort of the camp.

Rates

2025

R 25690 per person sharing
R 33190 per single traveller

2026

Itinerary

DAY 1: Johannesburg – Arathusa Safari Lodge (approximately 350 kilometres)

Departing from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Bus Terminal by 07:00am, the route from Johannesburg to the Greater Kruger National Park in Mpumalanga is negotiated in about 6 hours and takes you from the wide-open spaces of the Highveld, down the escarpment and through the scenic Lowveld.

You will stop for snacks and refreshments along the way and reach the lodge around mid-day.

Freshen up after the long drive before it is time to depart on a late-afternoon game drive in the reserve. Dinner will be served in the boma under the stars.

You overnight in a luxury suite at Arathusa Safari Lodge and your stay includes lunch and dinner.

DAY 2: Arathusa Safari Lodge

You need to be awake and up early, grab a hot beverage and rusks before departing on a sunrise game drive.

You will return to the lodge for a brunch and can spend the rest of the day relaxing at the pool, in the lounge area or exploring within the confinement of the lodge. Your afternoon game drive will commence at about 16:00, to return in time for a starlit dinner in the boma.

You overnight in your luxury suite at Arathusa Safari Lodge and your stay includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

DAY 3: Arathusa Safari Lodge – Johannesburg

You wake up early again for a hot beverage and rusk, before departing on your last morning game drive in the reserve.

After you have witnessed another African sunrise, you return to the lodge for breakfast before departing mid-morning on your return journey to Johannesburg.

You will arrive at your destination during late afternoon – approximately 17:00.

Your deal today includes breakfast at the lodge.

What's Included

  • Collection from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Bus Terminal by 07:00
  • 2 Nights at Arathusa safari Lodge
  • 2x Morning open vehicle safari drives
  • 2x Afternoon open vehicle safari drives
  • Optional bush walks – subject to availability
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
  • Local beverages
  • Drop off at the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Bus Terminal between 17:30 – 18:00

What's Excluded

  • Flights – can be arranged at an additional charge
  • Private transfers – can be arranged at additional charge
  • All conservation fees
  • Upgrades from standard rooms
  • All items of personal nature
  • All beverages not stated
  • Optional extras such as a guided tour of the Panorama Route
  • Gratuities
  • Visas if required

 

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Why book with us?

Budget to Luxury

We offer over 95 different safari packages to suit all budgets, from budget camping safaris to luxurious 5-star executive fly-in packages.

Local Expert Guides

All of our knowledgeable, qualified, and expert guides are local to the area around your chosen lodge, providing you with in-depth information about the fauna and flora of Kruger National Park.

Sustainable eco-Tourism

We promote conservation efforts and support local communities. Visitors can experience the National Parks diverse ecosystems, while contributing to the preservation of its natural heritage and cultural richness.

Client Reviews

Amazing Safari Experience
We had such a great experience at Greenfire Lodge arranged for us by Wayne at Kruger Safari Company. I was travelling with my 80 yo Dad and we had certain needs. Wayne took the time to zoom with me, talk to me about my options and help me narrow down the right lodge and experience for us. A 10/10 booking and safari experience top to bottom!
Easy and profesional
Our booking process was with Wayne. He made everything so easy for us, since the first moment he gave us different options and always with nice advice, we did everything online the payment process was safe and fast, and everything was coordinate without problem, great transport logistics, the hotel super lovely exactly what we had asked for.
Perfect organization
We started organize the trip less than 2 weeks before and Wayne has been super helpful and reactive in proposing us various options. We decided to go to Kapama for 3 days and has been an amazing experience, fully recommend. Everything has been organized for us and has been great.
Customer service is flawless!!
Wayne assisted to organise the most amazing safari experience. It was very smooth. Wayne was very responsive within an hour you’ll get a response for any questions you have. We dealt with him via email and then whatsapp while we were there. This is a very trustworthy operator. You will be taken care of, customer service is flawless!!
I cannot recommend the Kruger Safari Co highly enough
We recently had an unforgettable safari with Kruger Safari Co. From the beginning Wayne simplified the process and made sure we had the safari that was right for us. On arrival Carol greeted us with staff and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. I can't say enough about the staff at Kruger Safari Co.
Our guide Victor was amazing!
My friend and I both work for Delta Air Lines and were looking for a once in a lifetime Safari and experience and the Greenfire Lodge and staff did not disappoint. Our guide Victor was amazing! I'm sure all of them are great, but he was truly amazing, and we felt we had known him for years and were sad to leave after a fantastic week with him showing us the game reserve.
Definitely the "Go To" company
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you Wayne and all involved at the Kruger Safari Company for making our first safari totally brilliant and unforgettable. Everything was perfectly organised, from the airport transfer and internal connections to the choice of venues. - We can't wait to return! We're telling all our friends you are definitely the "Go To" company for an unforgettable safari.

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