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9-Day Kruger & Mozambique (Luxury)

Accra, Botswana

9-Day Kruger & Mozambique (Luxury)

5.0 / 5 · 143 reviews Offered by Safari Online 9-Day

Overview

A 9-day trip combining the Sabi Sand Reserve in South Africa and Vilanculos on the mainland of Mozambique offers a fantastic blend of wildlife adventure and beach relaxation. A safari in Sabi Sand Reserve is a truly immersive experience that offers one of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in the world. Located adjacent to Kruger National Park in South Africa, Sabi Sand is renowned for its exceptional game viewing, particularly for the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino).

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

9-Day

Route

Johannesburg to Johannesburg

Via Sabi Sands, Vilanculos (Town & Beach)

Country & park

Botswana

Style

Safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

6 years

Activities

game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & beach time

Accommodation

Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge - Luxury+ lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) – All Meals Included

Meals

All Meals Included; Meals at Own Expense

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

9-Day Kruger & Mozambique (Luxury)
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Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $12,865 USD $9,790 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 14 people.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 6 years and older.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.

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Route

Tour route map
country South Africa
Start Johannesburg (Day 1)
Day 1-4 Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger)
country Mozambique
Day 5-9 Vilanculos (Town & Beach)
country South Africa
End Johannesburg (Day 9)

Tour Features

Luxury tour

This luxury tour uses lodges and resorts.

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.

Can be customized

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

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

6
Minimum age of 6 years

The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & beach time
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: minivan & air transfer
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

Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge

Day 1-4

Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge

Luxury+ lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Santorini Mozambique

Day 5-8

Santorini Mozambique

Luxury resort in Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Day 9

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Meals at Own Expense

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.

A Big 5 Luxury Safari

Day 1

A Big 5 Luxury Safari

Today, you'll take a charter flight from Johannesburg Airport to the Kruger region. Upon arrival at Johannesburg, you'll be escorted to the Federal Air terminal counter, followed by a brief 10-minute shuttle ride to the Federal Air private lounge. Here, you'll find washroom and shower facilities, a safari boutique, complimentary refreshments, and Wi-Fi. From the lounge, you’ll walk directly to the runway to board your scheduled charter flight to Arathusa Airstrip in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve. Shuttle Charter Departures: - Depart Johannesburg 11h30 / Arrive Arathusa Airstrip 13h00 - Depart Johannesburg 13h00 / Arrive Arathusa Airstrip 14h30 Note: Departure and arrival times may vary up to one hour, with possible stops. Upon landing, your guide will meet you and drive you to Chitwa Chitwa Lodge, where you'll spend 4 nights in a Luxury Suite on a fully-inclusive basis. Luxury+ lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Destination: Sabi Sand Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa) Stay: Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge Luxury+ lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
A Luxury Beach Holiday

Day 5

A Luxury Beach Holiday

You'll transfer by road back to the Arathusa Airstrip for your private charter flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, where you'll check in for your flight to Vilanculos Airport. Upon landing in Mozambique, after clearing immigration, collecting baggage, and passing through customs, you'll proceed to the arrivals hall. A representative holding a sign with your name will be waiting to assist you. You'll then be escorted on a 25 to 30-minute road transfer from the airport to Santorini, Mozambique. Enjoy 4 nights at Santorini in the Main Villa on a fully-inclusive basis. Special Value Add-On: Enjoy a complimentary private snorkeling excursion to Magaruque Island aboard one of Santorini's boats. This includes a picnic lunch, refreshments, and an optional stop at Pansy Island and park fees. Welcome spa treatment - choose between a 15-minute hand or foot ritual treatment at Spa na Colina On-site activities not included (additional cost): e.g. Horse safaris, kite surfing etc. Luxury resort in Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Destination: Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique) Stay: Santorini Mozambique Luxury resort in Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique) Meals: All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Your Journey Ends

Day 9

Your Journey Ends

Enjoy a last activity or morning at leisure before your road transfer to Vilanculos Airport in time for your regional flight back to Johannesburg. Meals at own expense Drinks not included

Destination: Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Meals at own expense 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 flights during the tour

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
Safari Online
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Safari Online

5.0 operator rating 143 reviews

“Founded in 2005, Safari Online is a small, owner-run Tour Operator with 80 years of combined experience in the tourism industry. We are a family of passionate individuals who love Africa – its people, wildlife and natural landscapes – and are based in Cape Town which makes planning an African Safari Holiday easy for us. We have local, up-to-date knowledge, the right contacts and same-time replies. And if you need real-time assistance when you’re on tour, we’re right here for you.”

Office In

South Africa

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2005)

Member Of

Southern Africa Tourism Services Association

Tour Types

Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

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
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A passionate and professional tour operator who customizes tours for you.

My wife and I returned recently from a safari trip arranged by Safari-online and we both enthusiastically tell our friends that this was the trip of a lifetime. We began planning in 2024 by working with our operator, Ilona Biagio. Ilona met with us twice by remote video calls. She took the time to get to know us and find out exactly what we like and know. She had questions for us and did not try to "sell' us a package before she figured out the perfect customized itinerary. I highly recommend to future customers that you begin your journey by meeting with the tour operator face-to-face. Ilona then put together two options and then considering what she knew about us, she guided us to the best option. One more thing: at some point she learned that 2025 was our 20th wedding anniversary, so at each destination, the camp staff did something special for us. We were truely touched. Thank you, Ilona! Safari-Online works with Desert and Delta Safari tours. D & D Safari is also a highly professional team that made our experience rich and safe. The accomodations were over the top. The food was amazing. The staff are unforgettable. Thank you, Safari-online and Desert and Delta

AJ and Cathy · United States

Verified

BEST. EXPERIENCE. EVER!

I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Safari Online! From start to finish, everything was seamless, well-organized, and beyond our expectations. The communication before the trip was prompt and helpful, and Ilona made us feel comfortable throughout the process. Ilona is incredibly knowledgeable, and passionate about curating the perfect itinerary her clients and we felt that every step of the way. She truly is the safari specialist. The communication was frequent at some points, and promptly responses. Before we were set to embark on our trip, she was in constant contact with us and even made us a digital visual of our itinerary to get us even more excited! If you're considering booking a safari trip, don’t hesitate—just go for it! I would recommend Safari Online and Ilona to absolutely everyone. It was hands down one of the best travel experiences we've ever had.

Photo by Priyanka
Photo by Priyanka
Photo by Priyanka
Photo by Priyanka

Priyanka · United States

Verified

Flawless Safari Experience--Unforgettable Planning with Safari Online

We recently returned from a breathtaking safari across Botswana and Zimbabwe, masterfully organized by Safari Online. The process from start to finish was smooth, personal, and incredibly detailed. Our coordinator, Lindsey Calldo, deserves special recognition. She listened closely to our interests—especially my goal of photographing wildlife—and crafted an itinerary that maximized exposure to Botswana’s stunningly diverse ecosystems. Each lodge—Camp Moremi, Leroo La Tau, Camp Okavango, and Savute Safari Lodge—was handpicked for its setting, comfort, and wildlife access. The trip flowed beautifully from wetlands to woodlands to riverine forests, giving us ideal conditions for photography, relaxation, and immersive game drives. Over the course of two weeks, we saw elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, monitor lizards, mongooses, warthogs, cheetahs, lions, leopards, serval cat, every antelope species imaginable, and an astonishing variety of birdlife—from fish eagles and lilac-breasted rollers to ground hornbills and African jacanas. Each day offered a new highlight, framed by dramatic landscapes, fiery sunsets, and guides who knew exactly how to position us for the perfect shot. What really sets Safari Online apart is their depth of experience and responsiveness. Every transfer, lodge detail, and logistical nuance was handled with precision. Lindsey’s recommendations for Desert & Delta Safaris properties were spot-on and added real value to our journey. If you're a photographer, wildlife enthusiast, or someone seeking a tailor-made safari that feels truly cared for—Safari Online is the team to trust. We returned with not just unforgettable memories, but a portfolio of images we’ll cherish forever.

Sundowner sunset - Botswana
Sharing a drink - Savute
Big yawn - Botswana
Majestic lioness - Botswana

Ken · United States

Verified

10/10 Experience from start to finish

South Africa has always been a lifetime bucket list. I found Safari Online from searching the internet and reading some reviews. Within 24 hours I was talking to Vansheree. What an absolute pleasure! Vansheree made my entire experience from start to finish effortless. Her experience of actually staying where she was recommending was instrumental in the success of my adventure. 5 Star communication, punctual, value for money. I’m already looking at my next trip! Thamabati in the Greater Kruger was the highlight of my trip, small group, wonderful staff and lots of animals to see. Vansheree organised my entire trip, I felt safe travelling with my best friend, who is also female. I can not thank Vansheree enough from the bottom of my heart, you have fulfilled a lifetime dream.

Photo by Alison Wark
Photo by Alison Wark
Photo by Alison Wark
Photo by Alison Wark

Alison Wark · Australia

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 US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 6 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?

Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge - Luxury+ lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) – All Meals Included. Meals: 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

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Safari Online, 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.

Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.

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 Safari Online.

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