4 Day Kruger Park and Panorama Route Safari
Combine world-class wildlife viewing and some of South Africa's most spectacular scenery on this popular 4-day guided safari. This small-group tour includes three nights inside Kruger National Park with guided open-vehicle game drives, and a full-day tour of the iconic Panorama Route. You'll overnight in comfortable en-suite bungalows (not tents) and enjoy expert-led safaris with a maximum of nine guests per vehicle.
Highlights
- Scheduled group departures from Johannesburg or Nelspruit
- Custom dates available on request (subject to availability)
- Three nights' accommodation inside Kruger National Park
- Comfortable, en-suite, air-conditioned bungalows
- Small-group open-vehicle game drives with an expert guide
- Big Five sightings and diverse wildlife in prime safari areas
- Fully guided Panorama Route tour in an air-conditioned minibus
- Visit iconic viewpoints: Blyde River Canyon, God's Window & more
What to Expect: Kruger Game Viewing and Panorama Route Touring
This tour blends immersive wildlife viewing in South Africa's premier national park with a day exploring the dramatic escarpment landscapes of the Panorama Route. With daily game drives led by professional guides, you'll have a good chance of spotting the Big Five and a variety of other iconic species. Expect early mornings, comfortable accommodation, and memorable encounters in the bush.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1 – Transfer and Afternoon Safari Drive

A rare leopard cub encounter en route to camp
Pick-up is from OR Tambo International Airport or a nearby airport hotel at around 07h00. After a 5-hour scenic transfer to Kruger, you'll switch to an open safari vehicle and enter the park for your first game drive en route to camp.
Expect to see plains game like giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and antelope, along with elephants, buffalo, and possibly big cats. Arrive at camp by sunset, check into your private en-suite bungalow and enjoy a relaxed dinner under the stars or in the camp restaurant.
Day 2 – Sunrise Game Drive and Afternoon Safari

Kruger National Park roadblock
Early morning is prime game viewing time. Your day begins before sunrise with a guided game drive in an open vehicle. Your guide may stop at waterholes or viewpoints to enjoy coffee and take in the surroundings.
After a mid-morning breakfast, you'll have free time at camp—relax at the pool, browse the curio shop or enjoy a midday siesta. The afternoon game drive departs as temperatures cool and wildlife becomes more active again. Your guide will interpret sightings, point out interesting flora and fauna, and share insights into the ecosystem.
Return to camp by sunset for a traditional South African dinner prepared by your guide or a camp chef.
Day 3 – Full-Day Panorama Route Tour

Exploring one of South Africa's most scenic routes
After an early breakfast, switch to an air-conditioned minibus for a full-day Panorama Route excursion. This scenic region of Mpumalanga is known for its cliffs, waterfalls and views over the Lowveld.
You'll visit:
- God's Window – panoramic views of forested ravines and the Lowveld below
- Bourke's Luck Potholes – fascinating rock formations carved by water
- Blyde River Canyon and Three Rondavels – one of the largest green canyons in the world
- Time permitting, we also stop at Berlin and Lisbon Falls
Lunch is on your own account at one of the scenic stops. Return to camp in the late afternoon for your final dinner and some stargazing if the skies are clear.
Please note: Entry to the Graskop Gorge Lift is not included.
Day 4 – Final Morning Safari and Return Transfer

African wild dog pups playing tug-o'-war
Your last day starts with an early morning game drive—your final chance to spot wildlife like wild dogs or cheetah. After breakfast and check-out, you'll transfer back to Johannesburg in an air-conditioned minibus, arriving between 17h00 and 18h00 depending on traffic.
Transfer Options
You can also be picked up or dropped off in Nelspruit (Mbombela), depending on your travel plans. Let us know your preferences in advance. If you're catching an international flight from Johannesburg on the final day, book a departure no earlier than 21h00.
Why Book This Safari With Us?
Unlike many budget Kruger safaris that are based outside the park, we only use accommodation inside Kruger National Park. This means less time commuting and more time on safari. While others queue at the gates each morning, we're already out on game drive—spotting wildlife when it's most active. Guests stay in private, air-conditioned, en-suite bungalows, not tents or shared huts. These well-located camps give us direct access to prime wildlife areas and reduce daily conservation fees, making our tours better value over multiple days.
More than just logistics, the quality of your guide can make or break your safari. We don't cut corners. Our small-group safaris are led by experienced, handpicked guides with deep wildlife knowledge, fluent English, and a passion for the bush. They’re known for turning even quiet moments into highlights—sharing fascinating facts, spotting hidden creatures, and helping you understand the bigger picture. With a maximum of nine guests per vehicle, everyone gets personalised attention—photographers and nature lovers alike.
Includes
- Return road transfers from OR Tambo International Airport (or surrounding hotels) in an air-conditioned minibus
- Kruger Park entrance fee and daily conservation fees
- 3 nights' accommodation inside the Kruger Park in standard en-suite bungalows with air-conditioning
- All breakfasts and dinners
- Limited refreshments, tea and coffee
- All game drives on an open safari vehicle with an expert guide
- Full-day, fully-guided tour of Panorama Route tour
- Entrance fees for God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes, Blyde River Canyon and Three Rondawels
Excludes
- Personal travel insurance
- Lunches and meals not specified
- Drinks
- Optional extras
- Graskop Gorge Lift on Panorama Route
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Scheduled Tour Departures
This trip departs and ends at Johannesburg on the following dates. If you know which dates suit you, go ahead and make a selection below. If none of these dates suit you, please do contact us to request a custom departure at an additional cost on the date of your choice, subject to availability.
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