7-day Greater Kruger Safari KwaMbili and Umkumbe

From: NZD0* per person sharing

A safari in South Africa’s Greater Kruger area offers excellent wildlife viewing within a well-established conservation region. This itinerary features two camps: KwaMbili Safari Lodge, a down-to-earth, authentic camp in the Thornybush Reserve in the Thornybush Game Reserve, and Umkumbe Safari Lodge, set along the seasonal Sand River in the Sabi Sands, one of South Africa’s most productive game-viewing areas and renowned for its high density of leopard. Both camps are situated within private reserves that form part of the Greater Kruger ecosystem, allowing for quality sightings and fewer vehicles at key moments. It’s a well-balanced itinerary for those seeking authentic, comfortable safari experiences with strong wildlife encounters.

This itinerary is available in 4 options:

Day	Option 1	Option 2	Option 3	Option 4
DAY	Option 1	Option 2	Option 3	Option 4
1	Shindzela Tented Safari Camp	KwaMbili Game Lodge	Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp	Garonga Safari Camp
2	Shindzela Tented Safari Camp	KwaMbili Game Lodge	Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp	Garonga Safari Camp
3	Shindzela Tented Safari Camp	KwaMbili Game Lodge	Thabamati Luxury Tented Camp	Garonga Safari Camp
4	Honeyguide Mantobeni Tented Camp	Umkumbe Safari Lodge	Arathusa Safari Lodge	Hamiltons Tented Safari Camp
5	Honeyguide Mantobeni Tented Camp	Umkumbe Safari Lodge	Arathusa Safari Lodge	Hamiltons Tented Safari Camp
6	Honeyguide Mantobeni Tented Camp	Umkumbe Safari Lodge	Arathusa Safari Lodge	Hamiltons Tented Safari Camp
7	End	End	End	End

Highlights

Thornybush Game Reserve
Southern Kruger
Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve
Greater Kruger Wildlife Areas
South Africa

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6 Nights Accommodation
Meals as specified
Transfers as specified
Activities as specified
Park Fees/ Conservation levies / Entrance fees / Taxes as specified

All flights (Domestic and International)
Transfers not specified
Any meals or drinks not specified
Park Fees/ Conservation levies not specified
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Includes: All meals, tea/coffee, conservation Levy and two game drives per day.
Activities: Game drives. Maximum 10 guests per vehicle.

KwaMbili Game Lodge provides an authentic safari experience at an affordable price. KwaMbili is situated in the Thornybush Game Reserve near Hoedspruit, within the Greater Kruger area. The reserve is home to the Big Five as well as an abundance of other game and bird species. This means good sightings, either while out on game drive or on foot during bush walks. KwaMbili means “Place of Two” in the local Shangaan language.

Our knowledgeable rangers will introduce you to the tracks, movements, sights and sounds which give you a window into the secrets of the African bush. Back at the lodge, view wildlife from the safety and comfort of our well-positioned hide. If all this calls for time to just let the experience sink in … take a dip in the swimming pool, just relax in an armchair or enjoy a cool drink at the bar.

Accommodation at KwaMbili consists of thatched chalets or large Meru style safari tents. All have shower and toilet and electric power, their own patio and mosquito nets over the beds.

The chalets are positioned closer to the main building and are air-conditioned. Two of the chalets have interleading doors and can be used as a family unit.

The safari tents are further from the main building, each under a thatched roof. The flaps can be opened or closed according to the weather. They also have an open air shower and toilet.

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Includes: All meals, tea and coffees., Conservation Levy.
Activities: 2 x game drives and an optional bush walk (weather and ranger permitting). Maximum 10 guests per vehicle

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside is one of the most affordable lodges located in the heart of the Sabie Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger. The reserve is about 65000 hectares and shares unfenced borders with the Kruger National Park. The accommodation sleeps 20 people at capacity. Rooms have two single beds, ensuite bathrooms and private patios, while each is fitted with an air-conditioner. Some of the chalets are connected via an inter-leading door, making them ideal for small groups and families. During the heat of summer, guests can relax around the swimming pool, which overlooks the Sand River and the open wilderness. Dining in a traditional boma around a roaring fire is one of the most enjoyable African bush experiences. After dinner, rangers may even take guests out on a night drive to view the nocturnally active wildlife. Umkumbe is in a prime position and there is almost always game to be seen from the deck and the main guest areas. Elephants, buffalo, antelope, baboons are regular visitors, while a pair of breeding fish eagles nests just in front of the lodge.

7-day Greater Kruger Safari KwaMbili and Umkumbe

7-day Greater Kruger Safari KwaMbili and Umkumbe

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7-day Greater Kruger Safari KwaMbili and Umkumbe

Highlights

Tour Summary

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Full Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 – 3 : Thornybush Game Reserve

Day 4 – 6 : Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve

Day 7 : Departure

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