Prepare for an exhilarating day of wildlife exploration as you immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Kruger National Park.
From ZAR 1950
Includes: Return transfers from Johannesburg, accommodation, open vehicle safari drives, meals as per itinerary, local beverages
Prepare for an exhilarating day of wildlife exploration as you immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Kruger National Park.
Kambaku Safari Lodge features eight stunning thatched chalets and three inter-leading family units arranged in a semi-circle around a waterhole, allowing you to relax on your private veranda while observing animals as they come to drink.
Accommodation is provided in eight individual suites built some distance from each other among Knobthorn and Jackalberry trees. The suites are individually decorated in a modern African theme, with high ceilings and extra screens on windows and doors so that it can be left open at night. Suites are equipped with air-conditioners and overhead fans. In addition to the original ones, new Makubela suites, built at the end of a raised walkway and named after a territorial female leopard, offer the ultimate in luxury, comfort and privacy.
In the Motlala Reserve, The Kruger Safari Co presents the Sekekama Tented Camp, offering well-equipped glamping at an affordable rate. Knowledgeable guides lead wildlife drives in comfortable open-air game viewing vehicles, providing an immersive experience.
Sekekama Tented Camp offers exceptional value for money with fully solar-powered tents or cottages that provide all the comforts of home, including beds, linens, towels, and more. The camp features a communal area designed for dining, socializing, and relaxation, along with game drives. Optional additions like a pool, bar, or restaurant enhance the overall experience, ensuring a well-rounded and affordable glamping adventure.
The world-famous Kruger National Park in South Africa, which is steeped in myth and history, is standing by, ready for you to explore its expansive landscapes and stunning African animals on a four-day self-drive safari.
On a genuine self-drive safari through Kruger National Park, you will have the opportunity to go on an adventure in search of the “Big Five” animals of Africa: the elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard, and buffalo. You will also encounter several other species of exotic wildlife.
You might also like our 3 Day Self-Drive Southern Kruger Safari or 5 Day Self-Drive Southern Kruger Safari.
Guests collect their own hired car and leave Johannesburg early enough to self-drive via the N4 and towns like Dullstroom through to the Lowveld and start the full Panorama Route at Blyde Canyon. Attractions not to miss are the Three Rondavels, Bourkes Luck Potholes, Berlin Waterfall, and God’s Window. Note that all entrance fees are for own account.
Upon reaching Hazyview guests check into Kruger Adventure Lodge or similar where they can enjoy a scrumptious dinner (included in their package).
After a breakfast (included in the package) at the lodge, guests self-drive into the national park and continue on their own safari.
If they prefer one or two added-on guided tours, it should be booked beforehand as optional extra.
Check into arranged accommodation and either braai under the African stars or enjoy a meal in the camp restaurant.
You have the whole day available to explore the park in your own time. With prior arrangement, a bush walk, and a night drive can be included in the package, but it is subject to availability.
You can either drive around on the many tarred and gravel roads and visit some waterholes, relax in the camp and laze around the pool, or take part in any of the optional activities available at the camp.
End the day with a dinner at the restaurant (for your own account) or lit a fire and have a traditional braai.
On this final day you will make an early start and drive for one last time through the park to the exit gate and back to Johannesburg.
Your safari vacation in Kruger National Park can realise when making use of our expertise in arranging a self-drive safari for you – everything from the exclusive use of a private vehicle to budget-friendly or more luxurious accommodation.
A self-drive safari offers some of the best opportunities to watch wildlife and guarantee moments of absolute seclusion in the middle of nowhere.
Southern Kruger, from the Sabie River basin into the central grasslands, offers the best opportunity to spot lions, while the mixed forests and several watering holes frequently offer sightings of elephants.
Visiting this part of the park in a vehicle of your own is, without a doubt, the most enjoyable way to do so. A self-drive safari in Kruger Park allows you the independence to organise your trip according to your own preferences and choose your own speed.
There are enough available maps that will help you in choosing and planning your trip through Kruger Park if you opt for one of our self-drive safaris.
Accommodation will be provided in standard amenities in one of the main rest camps in the southern or central part of the Kruger National Park, subject to availability.
The type of accommodation facilities will comprise en-suite chalets with twin beds, a small kitchen, utensils and air-conditioning, or similar. The option of a safari tent is also possible, all subject to availability on your chosen dates.
In Kruger National Park, visitors can choose from a wide variety of lodging options to best meet their needs.
There is a several types of lodging options available, and the one that is best for you will depend heavily on the level of convenience and excitement that you seek. Guests who are seeking for something more special will also be able to discover exactly what they are looking for, and those who are content to rough it will have no problem doing so. At every tier, there is a diverse selection of opportunities open to families to choose from.
Priority will be given for accommodation in the following camps: Skukuza, Berg En Dal, Pretoriuskop, Lower Sabie or as far north as Satara, if needed.
A 4 Day Self-drive Southern Kruger Safari gives you more time to explore diverse habitats, from riverfront regions to open savannahs, while enjoying multiple opportunities to see the Big Five and other wildlife.
Popular camps include Skukuza, Lower Sabie, Crocodile Bridge, and Berg-en-Dal. This mix allows guests to experience different landscapes and game-viewing routes within the southern section of the park.
Yes, a 4 Day self-drive safari is well-suited for families, as it provides flexibility in travel pace, accessible camp facilities, and plenty of time for relaxed game drives and breaks.
Pack binoculars, a camera, sunscreen, insect repellent, hats, snacks, water, and neutral-colored clothing. A Kruger map and advance accommodation bookings are essential for smooth planning.
The dry season from May to September is best for concentrated game viewing, but the summer months (November to March) bring lush scenery, vibrant birdlife, and young animal sightings.
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