4-Day Kruger National Park Luxury Safari – Big Five & Panorama Route

Your Kruger National Park luxury safari begins with the 07:00 shuttle departure from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, arriving at your exquisite Radisson Safari Hotel in Hoedspruit by early afternoon. Check in at 14:00 following a welcome lunch at 12:30, then prepare for your first immersive bush experience.

At 15:00, embark on a thrilling 3-hour sunset game drive through the magnificent Blue Canyon Conservancy — a pristine 38,000-hectare African bushveld sanctuary sheltering some of the continent’s most iconic and rare wildlife, including rhino, elephant, lion, cheetah, and leopard. As the African sun dips toward the horizon, pause for sundowners and snacks in the bush — one of the most quintessentially magical safari experiences available — before returning to the hotel for dinner at 18:30.

Main Destination: Kruger National Park, South Africa

Accommodation: Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit — an exquisite luxury hotel situated in Hoedspruit, offering world-class comfort and seamless access to the greater Kruger safari ecosystem.

- Meals included: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) - Drinking water included (Other drinks not included)

Rise before dawn for an unforgettable full day safari in the world-famous Kruger National Park, departing at 05:00 to make the most of the early morning hours when wildlife is at its most active. Spend the day immersed in the rich and breathtaking Kruger bushveld, tracking the iconic Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo — alongside an extraordinary diversity of plains game, predators, and birdlife that makes Kruger one of the greatest wildlife destinations on Earth.

Bottled water is provided throughout the day’s game drive. Return to the hotel in the evening for a relaxed dinner and a well-deserved rest after an exhilarating day in the African bush.

Main Destination: Kruger National Park, South Africa

Accommodation: Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit — an exquisite luxury hotel in Hoedspruit, offering world-class comfort and direct access to the greater Kruger safari ecosystem.

- Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner (Lunch not included) - Drinking water included (Other drinks not included)

Today’s adventure takes you along one of South Africa’s most spectacular and celebrated scenic drives — the iconic Panorama Route in Mpumalanga Province, where the dramatic Drakensberg escarpment divides the Highveld plateau from the lush Lowveld below in a landscape of breathtaking natural beauty and geological wonder.

Spend a full day exploring the Panorama Route’s most iconic landmarks — stand in awe at the magnificent Blyde River Canyon — one of the largest canyons on Earth and arguably South Africa’s most dramatic natural vista — marvel at the extraordinary geological formations of Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and take in the sweeping, seemingly endless views from the legendary God’s Window viewpoint. The route also winds through charming local towns and a series of stunning scenic viewpoints and waterfalls that make every kilometer of the journey a visual delight.

Prefer more time in the bush? A full day Kruger National Park safari is available as an alternative.

Main Destination: Panorama Route, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Accommodation: Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit — an exquisite luxury hotel in Hoedspruit, located within 1–2 hours of the Panorama Route.

- Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner (Lunch not included) - Drinks not included

On your final morning, enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel before choosing how to spend your last precious hours in the South African bush — unwind and relax at the Radisson Safari Hotel at your own pace, or make the most of the morning with one last optional 3-hour sunrise safari adventure through the breathtaking bushveld (available at an additional cost of R1,250).

Following breakfast, board the shuttle back to OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg for your departure flight home — bringing to a close an extraordinary 4-day Kruger National Park luxury safari filled with incredible Big Five wildlife encounters, dramatic landscapes, and unforgettable memories of the African bush.

This marks the end of your 4-Day Kruger National Park Luxury Safari – Big Five & Panorama Route.

End of Tour — OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg (No accommodation)

- Meals included: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) - Drinking water included (Other drinks not included)