Duration
5-Day
Kruger National Park, South Africa
5-Day Kruger & Panorama Safari
Overview
Experience the best of South Africa on this 5-Day Kruger and Panorama Safari. Explore the Greater Kruger region with thrilling Big Five game drives in Manyeleti and Kruger National Park, and enjoy a full-day Panorama Route tour through breathtaking landscapes. This mid-range lodge safari combines immersive wildlife encounters, scenic highlights, and comfortable accommodation for an unforgettable adventure.
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Quick Facts
Route
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
Via Greater Kruger, Kruger NP, Panorama Route
Country & park
South Africa / Kruger National Park
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
12 years
Activities
game drives & nature hikes/walks
Accommodation
Makuwa Safari Lodge - Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP
Meals
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2-4: Breakfast & Dinner Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
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Currency
ZAR
Rates
Rates Per Person
ZAR
Start datesSingle2+ people
Feb 2, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
n/a* ZAR
R 18,642 ZAR
Jul 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* ZAR
R 19,038 ZAR
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 12 people.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
Rates include a local payment. This means that part of the rate must be paid upfront and part on location during the tour. Move your mouse pointer over a rate to see the local payment.
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Route
country
South Africa
Start
Johannesburg (Day 1)
Day 1
Greater Kruger
Day 2
Kruger NP
Day 3
Panorama Route (Highlight)
Day 4
Greater Kruger
End
Johannesburg (Day 5)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
12
Minimum age of 12 years
The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & nature hikes/walks
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: minivan
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-4
Makuwa Safari Lodge
Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP
Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2-4: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts cannot be arranged by this operator.
Day 1
Shuttle to Makuwa Safari Lodge & Afternoon Bush Walk
Your safari begins with a shared shuttle transfer from Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo or central meeting point) to Makuwa Safari Lodge in the Greater Kruger area. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy a guided afternoon bush walk at Makuwa, led by an experienced local guide. Explore the surrounding bush to spot tracks, small wildlife, plants, and learn about the ecosystem. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Greater Kruger Stay: Makuwa Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Full Day Kruger National Park Game Drives
Wake up early and depart before sunrise with your guide in the Makuwa open safari vehicle (OSV) for a full day of game drives inside Kruger National Park. Both breakfast and lunch are enjoyed inside the park, allowing uninterrupted wildlife viewing. Morning and afternoon drives maximize opportunities to see the Big Five, plains game, and bird species. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: Makuwa Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 3
Full-Day Panorama Route Excursion
After breakfast, embark on a full-day tour of the Panorama Route in Mpumalanga. Visit iconic sights including God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Three Rondavels, and the Blyde River Canyon. Enjoy short walks at scenic viewpoints and photo stops. Your guide provides insights into the geology, wildlife, and cultural history of the region. Return to Makuwa Safari Lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Panorama Route (Highlight) Stay: Makuwa Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 4
Manyeleti Game Drives & Optional Pridelands Bushwalk
Start the day with a morning game drive in Manyeleti Game Reserve in an open safari vehicle. In the morning only, clients aged 16 and older may participate in the optional, own expense, Pridelands bushwalk, guided by armed rangers for an immersive experience of the bush and wildlife tracking. Return to the lodge for lunch and enjoy an optional afternoon game drive before dinner and overnight. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Greater Kruger Stay: Makuwa Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Day 5
Exit to Johannesburg
After breakfast and check out, begin your return journey to Johannesburg. Relax on the scenic drive through Mpumalanga, with optional stops for photos or to stretch your legs. The tour concludes upon arrival at your designated drop-off point in Johannesburg. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation cannot be arranged by this operator. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB - Check price) in Johannesburg
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour cannot be arranged by this operator
Offered by
Makuwa Safari Lodge
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Makuwa Safari Lodge is a bushveld retreat located in the Greater Kruger area on a private game reserve near Orpen Gate of Kruger National Park. The bush bustles with buffalo, plains game and bird activity. Idyllic accommodation in whitewashed houses with thatched roofs and broad patios offers sweeping views of the wilderness and the distant Drakensberg Mountains. Manicured lawns dotted with acacia, marula and fig trees surround the lodge, while all around the property untouched bushveld provide.
Office In
South Africa
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2018)
Tour Types
Mid-range tours that, when possible, use accommodations owned and operated by them
Destinations
South Africa
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Makuwa Safari Lodge - Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Central Kruger NP. Meals: Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2-4: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Makuwa Safari Lodge, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Makuwa Safari Lodge.
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