Game Drive at Kruger National Park – Today will be a magnificent day as we take our coach and spend time getting to know the wildlife at Kruger. It’s a thrilling immersion into one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife sanctuaries, starting from the Orpen Gate. From sunrise to sunset, travelers traverse diverse landscapes to search for the Big 5, the Small 5 and more! The day unfolds with moments of quiet awe, like watching elephants bathe at a watering hole or spotting a stealthy leopard in the brush. Between wildlife sightings, we’ll enjoy a scenic rest stop for lunch, soaking in panoramic views and learning about the park’s ecology and conservation efforts. It’s a day of unforgettable encounters, where every rustle in the bush could be the start of a new story.
WILDLIFE SAFARI CHECKLIST:
The Big 5: Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo
The Small 5: Ant Lion, Elephant Shrew, Rhino Beetle, Leopard Tortoise, and Buffalo Weaver
The Ugly 5: Spotted Hyena, Marabou Stork, Vulture, Warthog, and Wildebeest
The Shy 5: Meerkat, Aardvark, Porcupine, Aardwolf, and Bat-eared Fox
Other animals you may see: Zebra, Giraffe, Kudu, Impala, Waterbuck, Nyala, Vervet Monkey, Baboon, Hippopotamus, Cheetah, Eagle, Wild Dog, Caracal, Ostrich and more.
Upon our return to the resort, get ready to battle it out in a Potjie Cook-off! Join up in teams and battle for brilliance!
Potjie Cook-Off Competition – We’ll break into teams and start the fun! Guests will have to correctly answer questions relating to Kruger Wildlife (as explained by our guide) to earn the supplies and spices for their dinner. Each team’s focus will be a variable – one based on chicken, one on beef, one on vegetarian, etc. In the end, our ground team will pick the winners and everyone will get a chance to enjoy every food type made. It’s a night of fun and competition, capped off with S’mores around the firepit!