This premier self-drive 7-Day Unforgettable Big Five Encounter ideal for anyone interested seeing fascinating African wildlife and wanting to indulge luxurious spa treatments and sumptuous bush dinners.

Big Five Safari Experience

This 7-Day Unforgettable Big Five Encounters is ideal for guests who want to experience bush luxury at its finest. You will be accommodated in luxurious suites and embark on memorable game viewing adventures. Enjoy invigorating spa treatments, experience fine bush dining, and venture on unique game viewing safaris. You will be accommodated at 1 charming country lodge and 2 luxury safari lodges in the private game reserves of the Greater Kruger Park area.

Days 1 - 2: HazyviewView Lodge

The leisurely drive to Summerfield's Lodge will take you through picturesque areas of the Highveld savanna down into the Lowveld bush. Check into Summerfield's Lodge and enjoy a relaxing drink on the banks of the Sabie River. Enjoy dinner at the well-known Summerfield's Kitchen and savour delicious treats during an intimate dining experiece. After dinner enjoy a coffee on the deck before a restful night's sleep.Wake up to a paradise of calm and relaxation in the Sabie River Valley. Take a stroll to the river deck for a hearty breakfast and observe the lush greenery and the profusion of birdlife. Spend your afternoon leisure at the Sumerfields Rose Retreat Spa, where you will be spoiled with a soothing body therapy treatment. The professional spa therapists will rejuvenate your body, mind and soul.

Days 3 - 4: Manyeleti Game ReserveView Lodge

Venture on a leisurely excursion to your lodge in the Manyeleti Game Reserve. The friendly and attentive staff will assist you to your suite accommodation. Enjoy a light lunch before your exciting afternoon game drive to track the Big Five. Stop for a sundowner and watch the majestic African sunset. On your way back to the lodge, spot nocturnal animals. Tickle your tastebuds with contemporary and flavoursome food during an intimate dinner.Wake up early to the sounds of the bush and enjoy your morning coffee. Watch as the predators return from their hunt. A morning bush walk gives you the opportunity to track smaller creatures and observe the beautiful vegetation. After your morning game viewing, breakfast will be served back at the lodge. At the Vital Source Spa you will receive a rejuvenating, complimentary massage. After an afternoon at leisure, you will embark on another unforgettable game drive in search for the Big Five.

Day 5 - 6: Kapama Private Game ReserveView Lodge

After breakfast depart for Camp Jabulani, a thrilling self-drive will take you to Kapama Private Game Reserve. The friendly staff will assist you to your suite. Sip a refreshing beverage and treat yourself to a light lunch. With an experienced guide in a specialised safari vehicle, you will go on an enchanting game drive to track wildlife in the Kapama Game Reserve. End your day with a traditional South African boma dinner. Arise to the sounds of Africa. Tea and coffee is served followed by another exciting bush drive. After breakfast you have the choice of a bush walk or a trip to the world-renowned Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre. Late in the afternoon you will have the opportunity to interact with wonderful elephant that reside at Camp Jabulani. Trained elephant handlers will assist you during your unique safari. After productive day of game spotting, and precious animal encounters, enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner.

Day 7: Depart

After a hearty breakfast you will check out of Camp Jabulani and embark on another exciting self-drive to meet your onward travel arrangements.

Rates & Prices

Included

• 7 days Car rental inclusive of unlimited mileage and supercover insurance
• Spend 2 nights accommodation in a Tented Suite with air-conditioning, roof fan, double vanities, outdoor shower and a bath, hairdryer and a electronic safe
• Delicious breakfast daily
• A private romantic dinner
• Spa Body Therapy Soothing Relief Treatment 60min
• Spend 2 nights accommodation in a Suite with air-conditioning, overhead fans, mosquito net and private deck
• All meals including breakfast, lunch & dinner
• Local branded drinks including soft drinks, tea/coffee, water, beers & spirits and house wines
• Daily morning and afternoon/evening game drives led by a professional guide
• Spend 2 nights accommodation in a Suite with stone bathtubs, outdoor glass enclosed shower, a fireplace with a separate lounge area, private plunge pool, safe, hairdryer, electric blankets, air-conditioning and ceiling fans
• All meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner made from fresh ingredients and tasty snacks
• Local branded drinks including soft drinks, tea/coffee, water, beers & spirits and house wines
• Daily activities including game drives in open safari vehicles and bush walks and elephant excursions accompanied by experienced game rangers and expert elephant handlers
• A visit to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre

Not Included

• Any personal expenses, meals and drinks not mentioned above
• Optional activities & spa treatments not listed above, laundry service and all other extras to be settled directly on departure