South African Safari Adventure

Day 1 - UK - In flight

Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Johannesburg.

UK - In flight

Day 2 - Johannesburg - Waterberg

After arriving into Johannesburg this morning, we begin our journey north, heading first to the Waterberg biosphere and our tented lodge. In the afternoon we enjoy a game drive in search of local wildlife within the reserve.

Safari Plains, Waterberg (4-star)

Day 3 - Waterberg

Waking on our first morning to magnificent mountain scenery, we head off on an early game drive. You may see any of the ‘Big Five’ (lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards and rhinos), as well as hyenas, birds and at variety of antelope. After lunch we enjoy another game drive. This evening a bush dinner awaits - a fantastic South Africa safari experience.

Safari Plains, Waterberg (4-star)

Day 4 - Waterberg

Another thrilling day of wildlife begins with a walking safari to experience the bush from another perspective. This afternoon we’ll head out on another game drive.

Safari Plains, Waterberg (4-star)

Day 5 - Limpopo

We continue our South Africa safari holiday as we head to Limpopo, in the country's far north, travelling through the region’s diverse landscape. We arrive this afternoon at our lodge for the next three nights, a tranquil retreat in Mapesu Nature Reserve, where we enjoy a bush walk around the local area.

Mopane Bush Lodge, Limpopo (4-star)

Day 6 - Limpopo

We begin early for a guided visit to Mapungubwe UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, in the 9th century Iron Age, the first-known Bantu settlement was established in South Africa. The site’s most famous artefact, the ‘Golden Rhino’, highlights the importance of the settlement within the vast Indian Ocean trade network. After lunch we head to Mapungubwe National Park for an exhilarating game drive.

Mopane Bush Lodge, Limpopo (4-star)

Day 7 - Limpopo

We return to Mapungubwe National Park for a bush walk or game drive. In the afternoon we’re privileged to see some ancient rock shelters adorned with around 200 pieces of art. They’re a legacy of the San people who occupied this area of Africa before the Bantu civilisations arrived.

Mopane Bush Lodge, Limpopo (4-star)

Day 8 - Limpopo - Makalali Private Game Reserve

Today we head to Makalali Private Game Reserve. Our lodge lies within a landscape dominated by the northern Drakensberg Mountains, thought to have inspired South African-born author JRR Tolkien. We embark on a game drive before dinner.

Makalali Lodge, Makalali Private Game Reserve (4-star)

Day 9 - Makalali Private Game Reserve

Enjoy a boat cruise in Blyde Canyon this morning and another incredible afternoon game drive, searching for wildlife.

Makalali Lodge, Makalali Private Game Reserve (4-star)

Day 10 - Makalali Private Game Reserve

Today we enjoy two more exciting game drives through the breathtaking reserve. We might even spot an elusive leopard or a lion - a sighting is sure to be a highlight of our South Africa safari tour.

Makalali Lodge, Makalali Private Game Reserve (4-star)

Day 11 - Kruger National Park

Today we travel along part of the famous Panorama Route. We stop by the Three Rondavels, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and God’s Window, before enjoying a game drive en route to our lodge within the Kruger National Park.

Imbali Safari Lodge, Kruger National Park (5-star)

Day 12 - Kruger National Park

Today we have included two game drives in an area of diverse game viewing and wealth of wildlife.

Imbali Safari Lodge, Kruger National Park (5-star)

Day 13 - Kruger National Park

Two further game drives today before our final evening meal in serene surroundings, with the chance to share your favourite recent wildlife moments with your fellow travellers.

Imbali Safari Lodge, Kruger National Park (5-star)

Day 14 - Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - In flight

Our South Africa holiday comes to an end today. Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - In flight

Day 15 - UK

Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.

UK