Resting comfortably under a canopy of indigenous trees in the southern stretches of the Sabi Sand, sits the inimitable and understated Umkumbe Bush Lodge. This luxury tented camp offers all the creature comforts from home, and is the first of its kind in the reserve. The build of the lodge is based on the idea of glamping, but with a luxurious twist.
DAY 1: Arrival Johannesburg Staying at Umkumbe Bush Lodge
Personal pick up from Kruger International Airport (MQP), following evening flight from the UK and internal flight from Johannesburg International Airport (JNB).
Transfer to Umkumbe bush lodge, one of the best game viewing opportunities in Sabi Sands. Set on the lush banks of the Sand River, offers the ultimate safari experience combining diverse wildlife with authentic African hospitality.
Arrive in time for the afternoon game drive with sundowners.
DAY 2: Umkumbe Bush Lodge.(B,L,D)
Activities include two game drives are offered per day. On the morning drive there is a stop for coffee and on the afternoon drive you will stop for sundowners. After sundowners guests will get to experience a night drive. The night drives allow guests the opportunity to see the nocturnal animals not encountered during the day.
DAY 3: Umkumbe Bush Lodge.(B,L,D)
Activities include two game drives are offered per day. On the morning drive there is a stop for coffee and on the afternoon drive you will stop for sundowners. After sundowners guests will get to experience a night drive. The night drives allow guests the opportunity to see the nocturnal animals not encountered during the day.
DAY 4: Umkumbe Bush Lodge.(B,L,D)
Activities include two game drives are offered per day. On the morning drive there is a stop for coffee and on the afternoon drive you will stop for sundowners. After sundowners guests will get to experience a night drive. The night drives allow guests the opportunity to see the nocturnal animals not encountered during the day.
DAY 5: Umkumbe Bush Lodge.(B,L,D)
Activities include two game drives are offered per day. On the morning drive there is a stop for coffee and on the afternoon drive you will stop for sundowners. After sundowners guests will get to experience a night drive. The night drives allow guests the opportunity to see the nocturnal animals not encountered during the day.
DAY 6: Umkumbe Bush Lodge.(B,L,D)
Activities include two game drives are offered per day. On the morning drive there is a stop for coffee and on the afternoon drive you will stop for sundowners. After sundowners guests will get to experience a night drive. The night drives allow guests the opportunity to see the nocturnal animals not encountered during the day.
DAY 7: Home (B,L)
Morning game drive and breakfast at lodge
Transfer to (MQP) for your flight to Johannesburg International Airport (JNB) and onward to your next destination.
TOUR INCLUDES :
• Transfers from airport to hotel and vice-versa by private air-conditioned car/van with driver.
• 6 nights lodge accommodations in single/ double/twin room with private facilities at the mentioned
or similar hotels as per itinerary inclusive of any applicable room taxes and service charges.
• Nature drives into the Park as per the itinerary by park private vehicle with Park naturalist.
• Full board meals included as mentioned B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner
• Mineral water on board the vehicle.
TOUR EXCLUDES :
• Return international airfares to South Africa,
• Internal airfares.
• Any passport and visa fees.
• Any airport taxes.
• Any insurances including Travel, Personal and Medical.• Any immigration charges
• Any meals, alcohol and soft drinks except those specifically detailed in the itinerary.• Tips/ gratuities to drivers, guides,
waiters for included meals, tips to room boys.
• Laundry charges.
• Any massages/spa treatments, telephone calls, faxes or any other charges of personal nature.
Essential Info
Visa needs to be obtained before travel if required.
Internal Flights
Make sure you have a enough time from your international flight to your internal flight. Please leave at least 3 hours for delays, customs and transfer to internal flight.
All airfare as well as flight timings are subject to change by the
airlines without prior notice.
All prices shown are the best value prices applicable at the time of booking. Booking prices are subject to change owing to ground product increases and currency rate fluctuations.
Accommodation
Umkumbe Bush Lodge.
Species
While seeing wildlife is never guaranteed.
These are the species that we would hopeful see on your safari/tour.
Lion, leopard, elephant, Impala, giraffe, rhino , buffalo, zebra, cheetah, Hyena and many species of birds
Tour Guide
Self Guided
