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CURATED EXPERIENCES AWAIT

Indulge in a collection of handpicked activities designed to elevate your safari journey. From private game drives to serene riverside moments, each experience is crafted with exclusivity and comfort in mind. Explore what awaits, and let us know which activities you’d like to enjoy — we’ll tailor every detail to your preferences.

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GAME DRIVES WITH LEOPARD SANDS

Route: Paul Kruger Gate via R536 

Duration: 8 hrs

A guided full day Safari in the Kruger National Park in an Open Safari Vehicle, with a fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water. A fully stocked hot box for a tea and coffee station stop during the drive. Ponchos and Blankets supplied for Guests use during the safari.

Route: Paul Kruger Gate via R536 

Duration: 4 hrs

A guided half day Safari in the Kruger National Park in an Open Safari Vehicle, with a fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water. A fully stocked hot box for a tea and coffee station stop during the drive.Ponchos and Blankets supplied for Guests use during the safari.

Route: Paul Kruger Gate via R536

Duration: 3 hrs

A guided morning Safari in the Kruger National Park in an Open Safari Vehicle, with a fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water. A fully stocked hot box for a tea and coffee station stop during the drive.Ponchos and Blankets supplied for Guests use during the safari.

Route: Paul Kruger Gate via R536

Duration: 3 hrs

A guided afternoon Safari in the Kruger National Park in an Open Safari Vehicle, with a fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water. Ponchos and Blankets supplied for Guests use during the safari.

Kruger National Park Gate Fees – International R535.00pp, South African Citizens R128.00pp & SADC Citizens R257.00pp

TRANSFERS

Route: Via Portia Shabangu R536

Duration: 45 min

A transfer from the Lodge to Hazyview along the R536 Road. The shuttle vehicle is stocked with a cooler box offering soft drinks, still water, and sparkling water for your refreshment along the way.

Route: Via R536 & R40

Duration: 1 hr 30 min

Enjoy a comfortable transfer between KMIA and the Lodge via the R536 and R40 roads—available for both arrivals and departures. The shuttle vehicle is stocked with a cooler box offering soft drinks, still and sparkling water, as well as a fully stocked snack tin, provided exclusively on arrival (inbound) shuttles.

Route: Paul Kruger Gate Via R536

Duration: 45 min

Enjoy a relaxed and scenic transfer between Skukuza Airport—located within the heart of Kruger National Park—and the Lodge, travelling via the R536 and entering through the Paul Kruger Gate. This service is available for both arrivals and departures. Sit back in comfort as you are treated to refreshments from a cooler box stocked with soft drinks, still and sparkling water. For arrival (inbound) transfers, a fully stocked snack tin is also included to welcome you on your journey.

Route: Via R536 and enter Sabi Sands Gate Via Nottens

Duration: 1 hr 30 min

A cooler box stocked with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536, R40 & D1909

Duration: 2 hrs

Enjoy a comfortable transfer between Hoedspruit Airport and the Lodge, travelling along the scenic R536, R40, and D1909 roads. This convenient shuttle service is available for both arrivals and departures. Sit back and relax with refreshments from a cooler box stocked with soft drinks, still and sparkling water. A fully stocked snack tin is also included on arrival (inbound) transfers to make your journey even more enjoyable.

Route: Via R536, R40 & N4

Duration: 5 hrs

Enjoy a comfortable transfer between OR Tambo International Airport and the Lodge, following the scenic route via the N4, R40, and R536 roads. This convenient shuttle service is available for both arrivals and departures and takes approximately 5 hours. Sit back, relax, and enjoy complimentary refreshments from a cooler box stocked with soft drinks, still and sparkling water. To make your arrival even more welcoming, a fully stocked snack tin is included exclusively on inbound transfers.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Route: Via R536, R535/R40 & R533

Duration: 8 Hrs

The Panorama Route full-day tour is an 8-hour scenic journey through Mpumalanga’s most iconic natural wonders, including waterfalls, God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the Blyde River Canyon—one of the world’s largest. Visitors explore lush forests, ancient rock formations, and unique geological sites like the Three Rondavels, all while learning about the area’s rich history. The tour also includes stops for curio shopping and breathtaking viewpoints that showcase the region’s timeless beauty.A fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536, R535/R40 & R533

Duration: 4 Hrs

The Panorama Half Day Tour is a 4-hour scenic experience designed for those with limited time, showcasing key highlights of the Panorama Route. Guests visit Graskop, the Blyde River Canyon, God’s Window, and stop at the stunning Berlin and Lisbon Falls before returning to Hazyview. A fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536, R535/R40 & D2189

Duration: 8 Hrs

The 8-hour Boat Cruise & Moholoholo Tour combines a scenic cruise through the breathtaking Blyde River Canyon—home to the Kadishi Tufa Waterfall, Three Rondavels, and diverse wildlife—with an educational visit to Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre, where guests gain insight into wildlife conservation and get up close with rescued animals and birds. A fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536 & R40

Duration: 6 Hrs

The Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre Tour is a 1.5 to 2-hour guided experience offering close-up encounters with rescued wildlife while educating visitors on conservation efforts and the vital work of rehabilitating injured and orphaned animals. A fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536, R40, R532 & R539

Duration: 6 Hrs

The Sudwala Caves Tour is a 60-minute guided journey into the world’s oldest known caves, showcasing breathtaking rock formations, prehistoric fossils, and the famous 180-million-year-old Screaming Monster column. For the adventurous, the extended 4-hour Crystal Tour offers an exhilarating underground trek to a chamber filled with glittering aragonite crystals. A fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536 – Belfast Village

Duration: 4 Hrs

The 3–4 hour Village Tour offers an authentic cultural experience in the Shangaan communities of Justicia and Mabarhule, where guests gain firsthand insight into traditional rural life in Mpumalanga. By engaging with locals, visitors explore South Africa’s rich cultural heritage and living tribal customs. A cooler box stocked with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536, R40, R527 & D1803

Duration: 6 Hrs

At sunrise, partake in an one-hour scenic hot air balloon flight over the Lowveld section of the Blyde River, 15 km west of Hoedspruit, at the foot of the Northern Drakensberg Escarpment.The flight will be approximately 1 hour in duration. The terrain is a mixture of farmland and riverine forest. The mountains provide a scenic backdrop and shelter from the prevailing winds.After the flight, the customary sparkling wine will be served, and a flight certificate will be presented.A fully stocked snack tin and cooler box with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536 and enter Sabi Sands Gate Via Nottens

Duration: 5 Hrs

Guided bush walk with a Game Ranger in the Sabi Sands Reserve. A cooler box stocked with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536 and enter Sabi Sands Gate Via Nottens

Duration: 6 Hrs

Guided shared safari in the Sabi Sands Reserve.A cooler box stocked with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536 & R40/R535

Duration: 3 Hrs

Experience the thrill of being close to these magnificent creatures, witness their intelligence, their compassionate nature and the deep bonds they share with their human
family. While the Elephant Handlers share their wealth of knowledge about fascinating elephant behaviour, enjoy a wonderful hour of touching and feeding the elephant,
taking photographs and experiencing the incredible trust that has developed through gentle interaction.A cooler box stocked with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536 & R40/R535

Duration: 3 Hrs 30 Mins

This 2-hours Elephant Interaction & Ride experience near Hazyview offers a unique opportunity to connect with African elephants through hands-on interaction, trunk greetings, and an unforgettable guided ride through the bush, showcasing their intelligence and gentle nature. A cooler box stocked with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536 & R40/R535

Duration: 2 Hrs 15 Mins

A 45 minutes scenic flight, departing from Hazyview, this exhilarating flight shadows the Sabie River Valley along the edge of the escarpment, swooping over winding rivers, lush valleys, sheer cliffs, deep gorges and cascading waterfalls. A cooler box stocked with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

Route: Via R536 & R40/R535

Duration: 2 Hrs 15 Mins

A 1 hour scenic flight exploring the deep valleys and cascading waterfalls, soar along the escarpment and soak up the magnificent views of the Panorama Gorge and fascinating rock formations of the Blyde River Canyon.A cooler box stocked with soft drinks, sparkling water and still water.

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