5-Day Luxury Ivory Moon Lodge Safari in Kruger National Park

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5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Step into the untamed splendor of Ivory Moon Lodge, an intimate 4-star luxury bush lodge nestled in the vibrant Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, just two kilometers from Hoedspruit. This authentic, exclusive lodge welcomes a maximum of 8 guests, offering a private escape into the heart of the African wilderness. Surrounded by a thriving ecosystem, you’ll encounter giraffes, zebras, impala, kudu, wildebeest, warthogs, and elusive leopards roaming the estate. As night descends, the eerie calls of hyenas echo through the air, amplifying the thrill of the bush. Gather around a crackling fire under a starlit sky, where playful bush babies dart through the trees and curious porcupines wander nearby, bringing the raw magic of the wild to life

What's Included

1 one-hour night drive in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
1.5-hour guided morning bushwalk in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate
Lunch (Optional[2])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Return transport from OR Tambo International Airport (shuttle)
1 full-day Panorama Route tour (or additional Kruger safari, if pre-booked)
1 three-hour sunset drive
2 full-day Kruger open-vehicle safaris
Meals & Beverages not mentioned as per the itinerary
Gratuities
Purchases of a personal nature

Meeting and pickup

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

Upon arrival, your designated driver will meet you at the Johannesburg airport bus terminal, or any address in the general Johannesburg area. You will be greeted by a professional driver in clearly branded attire, ready to assist you. Your transfer will be conducted in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle bearing our distinct branding for easy identification.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Hoedspruit & Ivory Moon Lodge Arrival

    1 stop
  • 1
    Hoedspruit

    07:00: Depart from Cape Town via flight to Hoedspruit. Option: For guests preferring to fly from Johannesburg or Cape Town to Hoedspruit, flights can be arranged at an additional cost—please contact us in advance to organize. 13:30: Arrive and enjoy a delicious lunch at Ivory Moon Lodge (included). 14:00: Check into luxurious accommodations at Ivory Moon Lodge. 15:00: Set out on a 3-hour sunset drive in Blue Canyon Reserve with sundowners and snacks. 19:00–19:30: Return to Ivory Moon Lodge for dinner.

    10 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Full Day Kruger Safari

    1 stop
  • 2
    Kruger National Park

    05:00: Depart for a full-day safari in Kruger National Park’s Orpen Satara area, renowned for high lion concentrations and Big 5 sightings (bottled water and packed breakfast provided). Afternoon: Return to Ivory Moon Lodge for a restful evening and dinner.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Panorama Route Tour

    1 stop
  • 3
    Panorama Route

    08:20–08:40: Depart for a full-day Panorama Route tour, exploring the Drakensberg escarpment, Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and God’s Window. Option: Swap for a full-day Kruger National Park safari for more Big 5 sightings (subject to availability, no extra cost; book in advance). 16:30: Return to Ivory Moon Lodge, relax by a fire, and enjoy the African bush at Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. 18:30: Enjoy an early dinner of authentic South African cuisine by a 5-star chef, featuring vibrant regional flavors. 19:30: Join a 1-hour night drive in an open safari vehicle with a spotlight, spotting bush babies, porcupines, leopards, and hyenas in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate. 21:00: Return for a toast with creamy Amarula liqueur by the fire, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

    9 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Full Day Kruger Safari

    1 stop
  • 4
    Kruger National Park

    05:00: Depart for an additional full-day safari in Kruger National Park’s Orpen Satara area, renowned for high lion concentrations and Big 5 sightings (bottled water and packed breakfast provided). Afternoon: Return to Ivory Moon Lodge for a restful evening and dinner.

    10 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Hoedspruit Bushwalk & Transfer

    1 stop
  • 5
    Hoedspruit

    06:00: Start with a 1.5-hour guided bushwalk in Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, led by expert guides. Explore on foot, observing insects, trees, plants, and plains game like zebras, impala, and kudu, with insights into tracks and flora. 07:30: Return to Ivory Moon Lodge for a delicious breakfast on the viewing deck, surrounded by bush sights and sounds, reflecting on your safari. 10:30: Check out from Ivory Moon Lodge for a shuttle to OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, arriving 17:00–18:00. Option: Arrange flights to Johannesburg or Cape Town (additional cost, contact in advance). Option: Replace bushwalk with a 3-hour sunrise safari in a Big 5 private reserve (additional cost, contact in advance).

    4 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by MoAfrika Tours

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Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Safaris
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

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