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Spend three days chasing sunrise and sunset across Kruger and the Balule Big 5 Reserve: open-sided game drives, a bush braai at the Marula Tree Boma and scenic stops at Blyde River Canyon’s Three Rondawels. This concise safari balances intense wildlife time with comfortable lodge stays and local-guided insight.
Spend three days chasing sunrise and sunset across Kruger and the Balule Big 5 Reserve: open-sided game drives, a bush braai at the Marula Tree Boma and scenic stops at Blyde River Canyon’s Three Rondawels. This concise safari balances intense wildlife time with comfortable lodge stays and local-guided insight.
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Operated by Viva Safaris · Hazyview, Mpumalanga
The sun has barely warmed the dust when the open Landcruiser rumbles away from Tremisana’s chalets. Early light throws long shadows through fever trees and the driver’s silhouette is already scanning the mopane for movement — a cautious nod, a whisper of brakes, and the vehicle rocks to a stop as a bull elephant steps from the long grass. For three days the bush dictates the schedule: sunrise game drives, a long day inside Kruger on an open-sided game viewer, and a sunset drive across the Balule Big 5 Reserve where the sky deepens and the Marula Tree Boma crackles with a bush braai.
easy.
3 days.
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to board a safari vehicle and handle extended periods sitting and stepping on/off vehicles.
Wildlife viewing is excellent year-round, but dry season (May–September) concentrates game around water and typically offers clearer sightings and less vegetation.
Yes — pickups are provided from O.R. Tambo Airport and many Johannesburg hotels; transfers that depart the airport leave no later than mid-morning so book flights accordingly.
Children are permitted but must be accompanied by an adult; vehicle seat availability and age rules may vary — confirm at booking.
Pack casual clothes, toiletries, a warm top for evenings, insect repellent, and any personal medications — chalets have air-conditioning and en suite facilities.
Yes — national park fees and most taxes are included in the advertised price.
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before departure; cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.
The reserves that became Kruger were first set aside in the late 19th century under President Paul Kruger; the park was formally established in the early 20th century to protect wildlife and habitats.
The park and lodges support anti-poaching and community initiatives; stick to designated routes, avoid single-use plastics, and follow guides’ instructions to minimize disturbance.
Viva Safaris operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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