3-Day Rafiki Bush Lodge Safari in Kruger National Park

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Dive into an exhilarating 3-day adventure through South Africa’s wild landscapes, exploring the legendary Kruger National Park and the breathtaking Blue Canyon Reserve. Nestled in the serene Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, Rafiki Bush Lodge blends rustic charm with modern comfort, offering a soul-stirring safari escape. With its homecooked meals, tranquil pool, and starlit boma, this lodge promises an unforgettable journey that will leave you longing to return.

What's Included

1 x full-day Kruger open vehicle safari
Return transport from OR Tambo International Airport
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
1 x 3-hour sunset drive in Blue Canyon Reserve
Meals & Beverages not mentioned in the itinerary

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

You will be picked up from any accommodation in the Johannesburg area.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Safari Adventure at Rafiki Bush Lodge

    1 stop
  • 1
    Hoedspruit

    Your journey begins with a 07:00 shuttle transfer from OR Tambo International Airport to Rafiki Bush Lodge in Hoedspruit, arriving by midday for a delicious lunch at 12:30. After checking in at 14:00, embark on a thrilling 3-hour sunset drive through the exclusive 38,000-hectare Blue Canyon Reserve, where you’ll track rhinos, lions, and cheetahs in their natural habitat. Pause for sundowners as the African sky ignites with golden hues before returning to the lodge for a hearty, home-cooked dinner at 18:30, enjoyed in the lodge’s warm and inviting atmosphere.

    11 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Full-Day Kruger National Park Safari Experience

    1 stop
  • 2
    Kruger National Park

    Your adventure begins at dawn with a 05:00 departure for an immersive full-day safari through Kruger National Park’s legendary Satara and Orpen regions – celebrated for frequent lion prides and exceptional Big 5 sightings. Spend the day exploring the vibrant bushveld in an open safari vehicle, with bottled water provided as you track wildlife. Witness elephants lumbering across golden savannas, leopards draped over tree branches, and buffalo herds moving through the grasslands, with every moment charged with anticipation. As the sun sets, return to Rafiki Bush Lodge to unwind with a flavorful dinner before retiring to your stylish room for a restful night under the African stars.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Final Morning & Departure

    1 stop
  • 3
    Kruger National Park

    Enjoy a peaceful morning at Rafiki Bush Lodge, relaxing by the pool or taking in the serene bushveld views from your private patio. After a delicious breakfast, board your comfortable shuttle for the return journey to OR Tambo International Airport, arriving between 5:15 PM and 6:30 PM - carrying with you unforgettable memories of your safari adventure.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by MoAfrika Tours

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Safaris
Small Group
Involves Animals
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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