Kruger National Park, South Africa

5-Day Luxury Kruger & Private Game Reserve Experience

5.0 / 5 · 216 reviews Offered by Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris 5-Day

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable safari with Elephant Tours & Safaris. Enjoy a Kruger Park safari in one of our open safari vehicles for the ultimate safari feel before spending 2 nights in a luxury lodge within a private game reserve. This package includes 2 nights in a private villa on a wildlife estate in Hazyview, 2 nights at a luxury lodge in Balule Private Nature Reserve, a Panorama highlights tour, road transfers from Johannesburg via shuttle and all relevant entrance and conservation fees.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

5-Day

Route

Johannesburg to Johannesburg

Via Kruger NP, Panorama Route, Balule NR

Country & park

South Africa / Kruger National Park

Style

Shared safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

4 years

Activities

game drives & evening/night game drives

Accommodation

The Zarafa Villas - Luxury private villa near Hazyview (Town)

Meals

Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included; All Meals Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

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Currency

ZAR

Solo travelers

Can join this group tour

Rates

Rates Per Person

ZAR

Start datesSingle2+ people

Jan 11, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026 n/a* ZAR R 40,469 ZAR

Dec 11, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027 n/a* ZAR R 41,349 ZAR

Before booking

Important To Know

This tour is not available to single travelers.

This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.

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 4 years and older.

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Route

country South Africa

Start Johannesburg (Day 1)

Day 1-2 Kruger NP

Day 3 Panorama Route (Highlight)

Day 4 Balule NR (Greater Kruger)

End Johannesburg (Day 5)

Tour Features

Luxury tour

This luxury tour uses lodges and private villas.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 10 people per vehicle.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Not for single travelers

Single travelers cannot join this group tour and it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.

Minimum age of 4 years

The minimum age for this tour is 4 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives & evening/night game drives

Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle

Getting around: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & minivan

This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Day 1-2

The Zarafa Villas

Luxury private villa near Hazyview (Town)

Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day 3-4

Tomo Safari Lodge

Luxury lodge inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Day 5

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

JHB Transfer to Hazyview & Optional Activities

The airport shuttle departs O.R. Tambo Airport at 06h45. On arrival in Hazyview, you will have time to enjoy a relaxed lunch at one of the local restaurants before being collected by an Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris guide for your onward transfer to your accommodation for a 14h00 check-in. After a welcome drink in the beautiful and bird-rich gardens of the guesthouse, you will have time to unpack and relax before we collect you for an unforgettable one-hour experience with Africa's gentle giants, the African elephants. The evening will see you enjoying an unforgettable meal prepared by The Zarafa's culinary team. Luxury private villa located near Hazyview (Town) Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: The Zarafa Villas Luxury private villa located near Hazyview (Town) Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included

Day 2

Kruger National Park Safari

Your safari to the Kruger National Park starts before sunrise in one of our open safari vehicles, giving you the opportunity to view animals from a higher vantage point and a perfect panoramic view. Your guide will use his expert knowledge to help you search for and find the iconic animals in the park whilst interpreting the natural environment during the drive. We will have a brief stop for breakfast at around 08h30 to enjoy the individually packed breakfast packs which your guesthouse would have provided. Enjoy it at a rest camp or a picnic spot along the planned route for that day. There will also be a lunch stop should you wish to purchase a lunch snack from the restaurants inside the Kruger Park or stretch your legs. You will return to your guesthouse at around 15h30 for a refreshing drink or a dip in the pool at your leisure. Dinner will again be an experience to enjoy. Luxury private villa located near Hazyview (Town) Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Kruger National Park Stay: The Zarafa Villas Luxury private villa located near Hazyview (Town) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included

Day 3

Transfer to Luxury Lodge via the Panorama Route

After a leisurely breakfast, our guide will be waiting to pick you up for the transfer to the private game reserve. You will travel via the scenic Panorama Route through the Blyde River Canyon, the third-largest canyon in the world. You will experience breathtaking views and sights before arriving at the reserve. You will arrive in time to unpack, refresh and enjoy a light lunch. You can spend the afternoon on the deck around the pool or on the patio outside your chalet. At 16h00, you will meet your guide and depart on a late afternoon safari to soak in the wildlife on the reserve. During the safari, the guide will stop for a sundowner in the heart of the bushveld, where you can enjoy a drink and some traditional South African snacks while you watch the sunset over the African bushveld. Later, have dinner under the stars, possibly around a boma fire or on the deck overlooking the waterhole. The evening ends with you taking a rest in your chalet. Luxury lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Destination: Panorama Route (Highlight) Stay: Tomo Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 4

Private Game Reserve Experience

Expert rangers and a dedicated hospitality team will ensure that your stay at the luxury lodge is truly memorable. Each day begins with an early morning safari game drive. Spend the day at leisure before heading out in the late afternoon on another game drive, returning after dark and offering guests exhilarating night game drives! Optional bush walks may be offered every day after breakfast/brunch. An example of your experience will look something like this: 05h00: Wake-up call 05h15: Coffee and a light breakfast 05h30: Morning game drive 08h30 to 09h00: Return to the lodge 09h15: Breakfast/brunch 10h00: Optional bush walk 13h30: Light lunch 16h00: Afternoon game drive and night drive 19h00 to 19h30: Return to camp and drinks at the bar with dinner. Luxury lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Destination: Balule Private Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger) Stay: Tomo Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5

Morning Safari & Transfer to OR Tambo International Airport

After your final morning game drive and breakfast, you will be transferred to the meeting point, where you will board a mini-bus shuttle for your road transfer to O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. If you need to travel to Hoedspruit Airport or Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, a transfer can be arranged for your onward travels. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. 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)

Drinks (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)

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg

This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself

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 can be arranged for an extra cost

Offered by

Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris

5.0 operator rating 216 reviews

Elephant Herd Tours and Safaris is a privately owned and managed safari tour operator based in Hazyview, Mpumalanga South Africa, a mere 10km from the Kruger National Park’s doorstep. As a specialist open safari vehicle tour operator offering guided tours into the world renowned Kruger National Park, our professionally trained field guides will offer you an insight into the vast biodiversity that the Kruger Park has to offer. We believe in showcasing the Kruger Park in all its splendor

Office In

South Africa

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2000)

Member Of

SATSA & MISA

Tour Types

Customizable private tours and fixed group tours

Destinations

Eswatini, South Africa, Zimbabwe

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Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5

Verified

Trip of a lifetime!

We got to see all of the big 5 animals with our guide in Kruger, who was dedicated to finding amazing animal encounters. We had several experiences where it was just us and maybe one other car because our guide spotted the animals or got us to the location where an animal was spotted quickly. Everything was prompt and professional. Communication was great. Highly recommend!

JD · United States

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Wonderful

Elephant herd customized the perfect trip for my family. Excellent service and great safari experiences for a very reasonable cost. Highly recommend!

Donna · United States

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Good

I dont remember the guide‘s name but the tour was 10/10

Fabian · Germany

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very correct, professional, modern and great safaritour-organization !

The guide, driver Trevor was a great and lovely funny man! He knew a lot about the animals and showed us the big 5! It was a wonderfull day in a perfect car from a magnificent organization !

Marc Franck · Belgium

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

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 4 years and older.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

The Zarafa Villas - Luxury private villa near Hazyview (Town). Meals: Day 1: Dinner Included; Day 2: 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

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.

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 Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris.

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