South Africa Kruger National Park National Geographic (Premium) 7 days

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South Africa Kruger National Park National Geographic (Premium) 7 days - G Adventures

11.04.2026

€3.469,00

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Overview

Experience an intensive 7-day safari trip through South Africa with fascinating animal sightings, impressive landscapes and special insights into nature and species conservation. This tour takes you from Johannesburg along the spectacular Panorama Route to the Greater Kruger Area, on to Kruger National Park and the private Karongwe Game Reserve. You can expect several safaris in an open vehicle, the chance to encounter the Big Five, breathtaking views at the Blyde River Canyon and an exclusive insight into the conservation of cheetahs and other predators. A trip for all those who want to experience South Africa's wildlife intensively and comfortably.

*Travel health insurance is mandatory for this tour. We will be happy to help you take out this insurance.

Duration of the trip: 7 days / 6 nights

Starts: Johannesburg

Ends: Johannesburg

Transport: Air-conditioned coach, open safari vehicle, on foot

Meals: 6x breakfast, 2x lunch, 6x dinner

Single room upgrade: possible from EUR 519.00 (availability must be checked; please indicate your request in the notes when enquiring or booking)

Group size: max. 16 on average 12 people

Age range: 12 - 99 (all minors must be accompanied by an adult)

Duration

7 days

Tour Type

International Group Tour

Languages

English

Group Size

16 people

Included/Excluded

Arrival transfer in Johannesburg
Welcome meeting and dinner together in Johannesburg
Panorama Route Scenic Drive
Visit to the Blyde River Canyon
Visit to Bourke's Luck Potholes
God's Window viewpoint
Full-day safari in an open vehicle in Kruger National Park
Safari in the private Karongwe Game Reserve
Carnivore Conservation Experience in Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Interview with a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trust's Cheetah Range Expansion Project
Further ranger-guided safaris in an open vehicle in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Traditional South African boma braai
All transfers between destinations and to and from the included activities

International flights
Travel insurance
Visa (if necessary)
some meals

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Tour PDF

Included/Excluded

Arrival transfer in Johannesburg
Welcome meeting and dinner together in Johannesburg
Panorama Route Scenic Drive
Visit to the Blyde River Canyon
Visit to Bourke's Luck Potholes
God's Window viewpoint
Full-day safari in an open vehicle in Kruger National Park
Safari in the private Karongwe Game Reserve
Carnivore Conservation Experience in Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Interview with a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trust's Cheetah Range Expansion Project
Further ranger-guided safaris in an open vehicle in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Traditional South African boma braai
All transfers between destinations and to and from the included activities

International flights
Travel insurance
Visa (if necessary)
some meals

Tour Itinerary

Johannesburg

Arrival in Johannesburg possible at any time. After the transfer to the hotel, you can relax and arrive. In the evening, you will get to know your fellow travellers over dinner and start your South African adventure.

Hotel: Southern Sun Rosebank (or similar)

Johannesburg → Greater Kruger Area

Today we head towards Kruger National Park. On the way, you will drive along the spectacular Panorama Route, one of the most beautiful roads in South Africa. Stops along the way include the Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes and God's Window viewpoint. In the evening, you will reach your lodge in the Greater Kruger Area and enjoy a typical South African dinner.

Hotel: Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)

Kruger National Park

Early in the morning, you get into an open safari vehicle and go on a full-day game drive in Kruger National Park. With a bit of luck, you will spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos and maybe even leopards. Return to the lodge in the evening and soak up the special atmosphere of the African bush.

Hotel: Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)

Greater Kruger Area → Karongwe Private Game Reserve

Today you travel on to the Karongwe Private Game Reserve. There you will meet a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trust's Cheetah Range Expansion Project and learn more about the conservation of cheetahs and other predators in South Africa. Afterwards, the researcher will accompany you on a safari through the reserve and give you exciting insights into his work and the local wildlife.

Hotel: Karongwe Portfolio - Chisomo Safari Camp (or similar)

Karongwe Private Game Reserve

Today is dedicated to further safaris in the private reserve. Together with local rangers and trackers, you will go on game drives in the morning and afternoon in an open vehicle and keep an eye out for the Big Five. In between, there is time to relax at the lodge before enjoying a traditional South African boma braai in the evening.

Hotel: Karongwe Portfolio - Chisomo Safari Camp (or similar)

Karongwe Private Game Reserve → Johannesburg

In the morning, you will go on safari one last time and have the chance to observe animals in their natural environment. You then drive back to Johannesburg, where you can round off the last evening of the trip with a relaxed dinner together.

Hotel: Southern Sun Rosebank (or similar)

Johannesburg

Your trip ends today in Johannesburg, but you can depart at any time. In your luggage: lots of safari moments, impressive landscapes and probably far too many animal photos again. We say: See you soon! :)

Tour Highlights

Drive along the famous Panorama Route through one of the most beautiful landscapes in South Africa
Experience the Blyde River Canyon and Bourke's Luck Potholes
Go on a full-day safari in Kruger National Park
Watch elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and, with luck, leopards
Go on safari in the private Karongwe Game Reserve
Gain exciting insights into the protection of cheetahs and other predators
Experience ranger-guided game drives in an open vehicle
Enjoy a traditional South African braai in the middle of the wilderness
Combine safari and nature experience with a little more comfort

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, many of our participants are travelling alone. When you join our trip, you immediately become part of a group and have the opportunity to meet other adventurers. It's a fantastic opportunity to make new friends and share unforgettable experiences together!

In addition to the many activities already included, you can also book optional activities. This allows you to customise and optimise the tour according to your wishes. You can find all available extras in the "Tour PDF". When making your booking or enquiry, please write in the notes which extras you would like to add. Depending on availability, you can also do this after you have finalised your booking. Your triplanet team will also be happy to help you. :)

You can secure your tour with a deposit of 200 EUR. The balance is not due until 45 days before the start of the tour. However, if you book within 45 days of the tour start date, the full tour price is payable immediately. This means you can plan your trip flexibly and look forward to your adventure!

If you make an enquiry, we will then contact you by phone to discuss all the details for preparing the offer. For example, we will clarify whether you need a flight offer and discuss all the important travel topics with you. You will then receive a personalised offer from your travel consultant by email. This ensures that all your wishes are taken into account and that you are well informed.

After your booking, you will receive a tour confirmation and your flight documents if you have booked the flight through us. You will be given access to a packing list and to online groups where you can exchange ideas with other participants. Your tour guide will contact you around 2-4 weeks before the start of the tour and provide you with final details about your journey and the start of the tour. This way you are well prepared and can network with your fellow travellers in advance.

As the group participants are travelling from many different countries, the flights to and from the tour are booked individually and are not included in the tour price. We will be happy to create and send you a suitable flight offer. Simply make a non-binding enquiry or let us know in the notes when booking and we will send you a flight offer once your booking has been finalised. This way you can ensure that you get the best possible flight for your needs and that your journey goes smoothly.

Where should I fly to:
Johannesburg International Airport

Latest arrival time:
Arrival possible at any time on day 1.

Airport transfer:
Is included.

Your triplanet team will also be happy to put together a suitable flight offer for you.

Where should I take off:
Johannesburg International Airport

Latest departure time:
Is possible at any time on the last day of the tour.

Your triplanet team will also be happy to put together a suitable flight offer for you.

Your group leader will contact you about a week before your trip. In this message, they will introduce themselves and confirm your meeting point or flight details. They will also provide you with all the important information and final details about your trip. This early contact will help you to clarify any unanswered questions and prepare you for the adventures ahead. On the first day of the tour, you will then meet your group leader in person and be given an overview of the itinerary. So you can start your trip relaxed and well informed.

Yes, we can arrange this for you. An extra night in a single room costs EUR 75.00. This way you can start your journey relaxed and feel comfortable from the very beginning. You can also get to know other travellers beforehand.

Yes, this is possible. Please make an enquiry and indicate in the notes that you would like a single room. We will then check availability and let you know the exact price.

Our tour participants come from all over the world! On our trips, you will meet adventurers from different countries and cultures, which makes every tour a unique and enriching experience. This diversity makes for exciting conversations and new friendships that last beyond the trip.

As a rule, 20-30% of participants come from German-speaking countries. Other frequent countries of origin are the Netherlands, Italy, Sweden, the UK, Australia, Brazil and Japan.

You will receive a packing checklist in your pre-travel pack before the start of your tour to help you be well prepared. This list contains recommendations for the most important items of clothing, personal items and useful equipment that you will need for your trip.

The packing checklist contains many more tips to ensure that you don't forget anything important and can enjoy your trip to the full.

Yes, the tour offers a good mix of included activities and free time. You have the option of doing something either with the other participants or on your own. The guide always has great tips for your free time. If you don't want to take part in an activity, that's no problem. Just let the guide know. This way, you can organise your trip entirely according to your wishes.

Don't worry if your English is not perfect. The tour guides are used to working with participants whose native language is not English and will adapt accordingly. There are also often many participants from German-speaking countries, which can make communication easier.

You can find more useful information on this topic in our BLOG.

You have various options for the meals that are not included. You can join the group and go out to eat together. The guide always has excellent tips for restaurants that offer good value for money. Of course, you are also free to go out to eat on your own or with other participants. There are numerous inexpensive and good options on site to cater for you. This gives you the flexibility to organise your meals according to your own wishes and needs.

Yes, that's no problem. You will be asked about your dietary requirements during the booking process. We can cater for various dietary requirements such as vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free and much more. Our guides are also trained to look out for allergies and take appropriate precautions. So you can enjoy your trip worry-free!

German, Austrian and Swiss nationals do not require a visa to enter the country for stays of up to 90 days. It is important that the passport is valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry.

Nationals of other countries should contact the relevant ministry or the Philippine embassy in their home country for information on specific visa requirements.

Entry requirements are subject to change. Please check the current regulations under the following links or with your respective ministry before travelling:

German citizenship

Austrian citizenship

Swiss nationality

Yes, most accommodation offers Wi-Fi access. You can also buy a SIM card or eSIM to stay connected while travelling.

If you would like to secure eSIM access before you start your journey, you will find a link to our partner airalo under the link HERE.

So you're always online and can share your experiences!

The minimum age is 12 years. Please note that minors must be accompanied by an adult when travelling.

Travel health insurance is compulsory on this tour to protect you. This can already be taken out at a reasonable price. We also recommend taking out travel cancellation, trip interruption and baggage insurance. These insurances offer you comprehensive protection and security during your trip.

You can conveniently calculate and take out these insurance policies online via our partners. You will find the corresponding link HERE.

We recommend a budget of around €40-80 per day for this tour, depending on your personal expenses. Additional costs may include some meals, drinks, souvenirs and other personal expenses. It's always good to plan a little extra to stay flexible and cover unexpected expenses.

It is best to take a Visa or MasterCard debit or credit card with you. A “normal” debit card will also work at most ATMs. There are many ATMs on site where you can withdraw cash. We also recommend taking a small cash reserve with you and exchanging it locally. We advise against exchanging into the local currency in advance or at the airport, as this is usually associated with higher fees. Your guide will be happy to give you tips on the best places to withdraw or exchange money.

For cash withdrawals abroad, we recommend a DKB debit or credit card. You can find a link and more information HERE.

We recommend travelling with a rucksack and packing light! 10-20kg should be enough. It's usually quite hot and it's no fun lugging around a huge suitcase. You can do your laundry or have it done for little money in most accommodation.
However, if you prefer a suitcase, that's no problem. You are also welcome to travel with a trolley or suitcase. The important thing is that you feel comfortable and can transport your luggage easily.

If you are still looking for suitable backpacks, you will find HERE our recommendations.

There are no compulsory vaccinations for this trip. However, we would like to point out that we are not allowed to make any vaccination recommendations. It is important that you speak to a doctor to find out which vaccinations are recommended in your particular case. Your doctor can give you the best advice to ensure that you are healthy and safe when travelling.

* Free change (subject to availability and at the same tour price) or conversion to a “Lifetime deposit” with G Adventures/TruTravels, up to 35 days before the start of the tour.
* Cancellation fees in the amount of the deposit up to 35 days before the start of the tour, thereafter full tour price.

Requests for changes or cancellations must be made by email to info@traveldiewelt.de.

These conditions ensure flexibility in travel planning and at the same time offer security for last-minute changes or cancellations.

Yes, together with the invoice you will receive a security certificate for your trip. This security certificate guarantees that the money you have paid is secured in the event of triplanet's insolvency. So you can book worry-free and look forward to your adventure.

Inquiry

Language

English

Countries

South Africa

Operator

G Adventures

Tour duration

10 days & shorter