Duration
4-Day
Accra, South Africa
4-Day Affordable Kruger Bushcamp & Open Vehicle Drives
Overview
With a convenient return transfer from Johannesburg ( departing 7:30 am) to a charming tented bushcamp, this affordable Kruger safari offers easy living in the bush. Morning and afternoon game drives in an open safari vehicle in prime Big 5 areas, a guided walk with an armed ranger, and comfortable tented accommodation in an unfenced camp. The permanent tents have private bathrooms with outdoor showers, electricity, wifi and beds with fine linen. The camp has a splash pool and spotlit waterhole.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Johannesburg to Johannesburg (City)
Via Balule NR
Country & park
South Africa
Style
Mid-range shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
10 years
Activities
game drives, evening/night game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Accommodation
nDzuti Bush Camp - Mid-range tented camp inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger)
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
ZAR
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
ZAR
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
R 18,535 ZAR
R 17,435 ZAR
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 8 people.
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
This tour accepts children who are 10 years and older.
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Route
country
South Africa
Start
Johannesburg (Day 1)
Day 1-3
Balule NR (Greater Kruger)
End
Johannesburg (City) (Day 4)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses tented camps.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 8 people per vehicle.
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.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
10
Minimum age of 10 years
The minimum age for this tour is 10 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & minivan
Getting around: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & minivan
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-3
nDzuti Bush Camp
Mid-range tented camp inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger)
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included
Day 4
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 can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
A 5-6 hr road transfer from Johannesburg to the tented bushcamp for lunch and afternoon game drive
The shared road transfer from Johannesburg departs at 7:30 am. After a 5 -6 hour journey, you will arrive at the Three Bridges Restaurant overlooking the Olifants River. From here, it is only a short drive to nDzuti Tented Bushcamp. A late lunch is served in the shady gardens. Accommodation is in mini Meru-style tents (cottage style) with a private, outdoor bathroom alongside. The tents are furnished with beds, bedside tables, mats, reading lamps and luggage racks. The tented patio has chairs and a table and looks out over a waterhole. After lunch we set off on the afternoon game drive of about 3 hours, returning after dark. We cross a large section of Balule Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger Park, with a pleasing diversity of landscapes, from rocky outcrops to river frontage and hence, the corresponding wildlife is varied and rewarding. All of the Big Five are found in this area and the chances of seeing them are good, but never guaranteed. Many other animals also abound here. Mid-range tented camp located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Balule Private Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger) Stay: nDzuti Bush Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
A full day in Balule staying in the tented camp with game drives in the morning and evening
Go on an early morning game drive in an open safari vehicle with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic ranger guide. Explore the vast area of Balule Nature Reserve, making up a part of the Greater Kruger Park. This area is well-known for its regular lion sightings and plentiful elephant herds. There is also the possibility of seeing less common animals like the klipspringer which is specially adapted to living on rocky outcrops, as well as the regal sable antelope. The drive is about 3 hours with stops for refreshments along the way, and maybe a short stroll where you interpret animal tracks. Breakfast may be a surprise picnic set out in a shady grove if the weather allows. Relax in the camp during the heat of the day at the splash pool or in the upstairs lounge, keeping an eye on the waterhole where animals come to drink. Enjoy a light lunch and then an afternoon/night game drive. After dinner, take a hot shower under the stars before climbing into bed, sleeping under canvas in the bush. Mid-range tented camp located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Balule Private Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger) Stay: nDzuti Bush Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
A thrilling guided walk on the tracks of big game and afternoon/night game drive
At dawn, we drive out of the camp. While driving, we check the sandy roads for fresh animal tracks that give us an indication of where the animals are and what went down during the night. Telltale tracks or "spoor" are fascinating to interpret and to estimate the age of the animals. During the bush walk, we often stop to examine spoor and visualise the sequence of events. We also stop for birds to listen to their calls and other sounds, learn about fascinating insect actions, discover the natural vegetation and its traditional uses and hopefully see some mammals. Enjoy an open-air shower back in the camp and test your new birding skills. Have a light lunch and maybe a G&T to punctuate midday, and perhaps a nap before the afternoon drive. This is nature-based relaxation of the simple kind. After the afternoon game drive, we have dinner in the boma alongside the fire, listening to the sounds of the night. Mid-range tented camp located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Balule Private Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger) Stay: nDzuti Bush Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Wake to coffee at the fire, a last morning game drive and breakfast before meeting the shuttle back
Meet your guide and fellow travellers for coffee at the fire as dawn breaks, listening for the last calls of the animals of the night. Set out on the last morning game drive, hoping to check off the last few species on your wishlist. Enjoy a last outdoor shower and a full breakfast before departing for the shuttle stop on the Olifants River. Proceed with your transfer back to Johannesburg and the airport. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Johannesburg (City) 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)
Drinking water (On all days)
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
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 can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Wildlife Encounters
5.0 operator rating
23 reviews
Wildlife Encounters are based in the bush near Kruger and have been facilitating safaris for over 30 Years. We have some tried and tested safaris for the first time and some that are 'off the beaten track' for some new experiences. We are a family who are all guides and safari enthusiasts and each with our own area of expertise. Let us know your interests and hopes and we can build something custom made or you could join an existing tour.
Office In
South Africa
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2000)
Member Of
Kruger Lowveld & Go Limpopo
Tour Types
Custom mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
South Africa
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Great tour operator with incredible camp and guide!
Great bang for your buck on our safari. Six of us went and the camp plus guide (JD) were both amazing! Would definitely recommend!
Jack · Canada
Best trip of a lifetime!
From the time Judy contacted me, she was nothing short of helpful and provided us with advice and information to help us customise the trip to the needs of my family. With it being our first ever encounter from Singapore to Hoedspruit, Judy guided us and gave us tips, changing our itinerary countless times so that we could have the best possible experience ever. Milima Big 5 was the lodge she chose for us, and beyond the 4 night stay we had there (that was simply nothing short of amazing!!!!), she also arranged our tours in the best way possible, with a mid-tour break to go to Kruger, and then to end it all with a trip to Moholoholo and Blyde River. Although these were not in the original quote that we had asked for, Judy went out of her way to suggest a variety so that we could see as much of Hoedspruit and experience the wildlife and nature in the most amazing way. The guides, staff and everyone we met were so warm, friendly and knowledgeable. The food was amazing and the level of care was indescribable. During our short stay in the bush, we encountered the Big 5 and so many more, with unforgettable experiences and a wealth of knowledge to take home with us. It was a life-changing experience, and we will definitely return to be immersed in nature once again.
Perpetua · Singapore
Judy and Bruce are very helpful and have a variety of great Tips for accomondations and tours
We booked our Safari Package with Judy and Bruce. They gave a recommendation for an awesome Lodge where we stayed for four nichts. The Day Tour with Judy into Kruger was very nice and we learned a lot about african Wildlife. We really enjoyed every Minute of our Trip, thank you very much
Richard · Switzerland
Fantastic!
Had the most fantastic experience at nDzuti safari camp last week. Bruce and Judy couldn't have been more welcoming, even the herd of elephants arrived at the waterhole near our tent to say hello when we arrived. Troy, their son, was an amazing guide and found the elusive leopard and rhinos for us, as well as ellies, lions, hippo, giraffe, buffalo and many other animals! The food was outstanding and the sundowners at the end of a game drive went down a treat! We loved the rustic feel of the unfenced camp and the outdoor showers made it all feel very authentic and wild. We'll definitely be back soon!
Leanne Horobin · United Kingdom
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 10 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?
The contents of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
nDzuti Bush Camp - Mid-range tented camp inside Balule NR (Greater Kruger). Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals 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 Wildlife Encounters, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
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 Wildlife Encounters.
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