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On Safari in South Africa with elephant lodge
Embark on an unforgettable journey through South Africa’s Waterberg Biosphere with the South Africa Safari at Elephant Lodge. This 10-day adventure invites you to experience the Big Five, explore pristine landscapes, and relax in the comfort of a luxury lodge set in the heart of the Sebatana Private Reserve.
Your South African safari begins with a welcome drink at Elephant Lodge, where you’ll settle into your comfortable accommodations. Over the next several days, enjoy a range of activities, from thrilling game drives to peaceful moments by the waterhole. The itinerary includes:
- Four game drives through the reserve, where you’ll have the chance to see the Big Five in their natural habitat.
- A guided bush walk, providing an up-close look at the local plants and wildlife.
- A tour of Johannesburg and Soweto, including visits to historical sites like the Apartheid Museum.
- Optional game drives at Kaingo Game Reserve and Pilanesberg National Park for further exploration.
About South Africa Safari with Elephant Lodge
Nestled in the Sebatana Private Reserve, Elephant Lodge offers an immersive and luxurious stay. The lodge’s beautiful thatched-roof chalets provide a peaceful retreat, with stunning views of the reserve’s wildlife and the surrounding landscape. Designed to blend seamlessly with nature, the lodge offers modern comforts including an outdoor pool, a cozy bar, and a traditional African Boma, where you can enjoy delicious meals under the stars.
The Sebatana Private Reserve is not just a place to stay—it’s a sanctuary for wildlife and a haven for conservation efforts. You’ll have the opportunity to spot a wide range of animals, including giraffes, zebras, and cheetahs, as well as learn about the vital conservation work being done in the area.
What’s Included in this Big Five safari
- Seven nights’ full-board accommodation at Elephant Lodge, with all meals provided, ensuring you can fully relax and enjoy your stay.
- Return flights to Johannesburg from the UK.
- Four game drives in the Sebatana Private Reserve, including expert guidance from experienced wildlife specialists.
- A guided bush walk in the reserve, with an expert guide providing insight into the local ecosystem.
- A visit to Johannesburg and Soweto, including the Apartheid Museum and other key cultural landmarks.
- Optional game drives at Kaingo Game Reserve and Pilanesberg National Park.
- Transfers and transport throughout the safari, ensuring you can focus on the adventure ahead.
This South Africa safari at Elephant Lodge offers an incredible balance of wildlife adventure and luxury. From game drives in search of the Big Five to relaxing moments in the lodge’s stunning surroundings, this tour is designed for those seeking both excitement and tranquility. Whether you’re a seasoned safari-goer or a first-time adventurer, this experience will leave you with memories to last a lifetime.
Ready to explore the wonders of South Africa? Book your safari at Elephant Lodge today and experience the beauty of the Waterberg Biosphere and its abundant wildlife. Looking for more personalised options or alternative dates? Contact us to tailor your safari experience to your preferences.
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Itinerary
Overnight direct flight to Johannesburg.
Meet your local tour manager at Johannesburg airport for the scenic transfer to the Sebatana Elephant Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch will be served.
Afterwards, rest, relax and settle into your new surroundings, perhaps by taking a refreshing dip in the one of the pools. This evening, enjoy an included welcome drink, followed by dinner and a short briefing about the week ahead.
Afterwards, rest, relax and settle into your new surroundings, perhaps by taking a refreshing dip in the one of the pools. This evening, enjoy an included welcome drink, followed by dinner and a short briefing about the week ahead.
This morning you'll venture out in 4x4s into the reserve with your guides, who will tell you about the different animals and plants that inhabit the area.
After lunch, head out on the first of many wonderful wildlife-spotting game drives. All game drives at Sebatana are done in open-air vehicles for maximum visibility. Access to the reserve is subject to extensive restrictions, so it’ll feel like you have the whole place to yourself! Keep an eye out – and have your camera at the ready – for zebras, meerkats, giraffes, wildebeest and impalas.
Tonight, enjoy a complimentary wine-tasting before dinner.
After lunch, head out on the first of many wonderful wildlife-spotting game drives. All game drives at Sebatana are done in open-air vehicles for maximum visibility. Access to the reserve is subject to extensive restrictions, so it’ll feel like you have the whole place to yourself! Keep an eye out – and have your camera at the ready – for zebras, meerkats, giraffes, wildebeest and impalas.
Tonight, enjoy a complimentary wine-tasting before dinner.
After breakfast, venture out on a game drive to the nearby Welgevonden Reserve in search of the fabled Big Five – the lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant.
This evening, you have the option to join the tribal evening to learn more about South Africa’s indigenous cultures.
This evening, you have the option to join the tribal evening to learn more about South Africa’s indigenous cultures.
This morning, join your guide for a gentle included bush walk into the Sebatana Private Reserve. Listen intently as your guide points out animal breeding areas and local plant life. After the walk, return to the lodge for some well-earned lunch.
After lunch, set out on your second game drive into the Sebatana Private Reserve for the chance to spot some spectacular wildlife, armed with the knowledge gained this morning. You’ll head to Christina’s Wallow, a hide with wonderful views of a waterhole. For a truly authentic wildlife-spotting experience, you’ll complete the journey on foot.
After lunch, set out on your second game drive into the Sebatana Private Reserve for the chance to spot some spectacular wildlife, armed with the knowledge gained this morning. You’ll head to Christina’s Wallow, a hide with wonderful views of a waterhole. For a truly authentic wildlife-spotting experience, you’ll complete the journey on foot.
Today you have the choice of joining the optional excursion to Pilanesberg National Park, the third-largest national park in South Africa. The park covers over 135,000 acres and presents further opportunities to spot the Big Five as well as the endangered white rhino, along with giraffes and hippopotami.
Dinner will be served back at Sebatana, with a complimentary wine tasting beforehand.
Dinner will be served back at Sebatana, with a complimentary wine tasting beforehand.
Rise and shine early this morning for a very special game drive, and the chance to spot herds of antelopes moving in the open. Antelopes and other prey animals tend to move around in the morning, to find the best protection from predators.
Around mid-morning, you’ll stop at Kudu Rock for a magnificent, traditional African brunch with champagne. Enjoy a well-earned meal as you soak up the fantastic views of the African bush.
Return to the lodge to rest and relax. If you want to carry on exploring, the guides will point out some gentle trails through the reserve. This evening, enjoy a complimentary wine-tasting before dinner. Later on, why not join the fascinating optional night safari?
Around mid-morning, you’ll stop at Kudu Rock for a magnificent, traditional African brunch with champagne. Enjoy a well-earned meal as you soak up the fantastic views of the African bush.
Return to the lodge to rest and relax. If you want to carry on exploring, the guides will point out some gentle trails through the reserve. This evening, enjoy a complimentary wine-tasting before dinner. Later on, why not join the fascinating optional night safari?
This morning, you’ll have the chance to join one last optional Big Five game drive to nearby Kaingo Game Reserve.
Later, in the mid-afternoon, enjoy a fitting finale to your South African adventure, as you join the included safari to Sunset Rock. Sip champagne from this magnificent vantage point, looking out over the Waterberg Mountains as the sky turns a cascade of red and orange.
Return to the lodge for a farewell feast, no doubt reflecting on a wonderful break in the African wilderness.
Later, in the mid-afternoon, enjoy a fitting finale to your South African adventure, as you join the included safari to Sunset Rock. Sip champagne from this magnificent vantage point, looking out over the Waterberg Mountains as the sky turns a cascade of red and orange.
Return to the lodge for a farewell feast, no doubt reflecting on a wonderful break in the African wilderness.
Say goodbye to your wonderful hosts as you depart for an included tour of Johannesburg and Soweto. Visit Johannesburg’s Apartheid Museum, which documents South Africa’s troubled past and racial segregation, before exploring fascinating Soweto, home to Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Winne Mandela.
After the tour, continue to Johannesburg airport for your overnight flight.
After the tour, continue to Johannesburg airport for your overnight flight.
Early morning arrival.
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