Summary
Observe and enjoy one of South Africa’s most renowned wildlife experiences at Imbali Safari Lodge, nestled discreetly amidst a canopy of impressive Jackalberry and Tamboti trees in the iconic Kruger National Park. Continuing in the spirit in which the Kruger National Park was created, Imbali acts as a sanctuary for the bush’s creatures, great and small, and is, in fact, your very own bush sanctuary for the duration of your special Kruger National Park stay. Imbali is situated in Big 5 Territory.
Package Includes
3 Night Accommodation, Breakfast Lunch and Dinner, Selected Beverages (Soft Drinks, Water, Beer and selected wines and spirits), Conservation Fees, 3 x Morning and 3 x Evening Game Drives, Private Return Transfers
Package Excludes
Extra Activities and Premium Drinks
Activities
- Bird Photography
- Evening Drives
- Game Walk
- General Photography
- Landscape photography
- Morning Drives
- Night drive
- Scenic Drive
- Wildlife Photography
- Game drive
- Bird Watching
Places
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Kruger National Park, South Africa
- Gauteng, South Africa
Physical Condition
- Normal Physical Condition
Connectivity
- WiFi and phone coverage throughout
Day-by-day Description
Day 1Departure to Imbali Safari Lodge
Activities Included
Bird Photography Evening Drives General Photography Landscape photography Night drive Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingThe first day you will be picked up by your Mr Shuttle Driver/Guide from your Hotel in JHB or the Airport and depart to Imbali Safari Lodge in the Kruger National Park. Upon arrival at the Lodge you will be assisted with your check in for the 3 night stay. You will be taken to your room where you will be able to settle in. Depending on the time of arrival Lunch can be arranged for this day. You will then depart later that afternoon on your first evening game drive. Since this is a Big Five reserve, seeing lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo is possible. After your game drive you will head back to the Lodge. Then you can enjoy a magical three-course dinner under the stars. Good wine and good conversation flow while you listen to the enchanting sounds of the surrounding bush coming alive at night.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Imbali Safari Lodge, S145, Kruger National Park, Skukuza, South Africa
Travel Time: 6 hrs
Day 2Full Day at Imbali
Activities Included
Bird Photography Evening Drives Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Morning Drives Night drive Wildlife Photography Game driveKick-start your day before the sun rises with Coffee and rusks before setting off on your morning Drive. Watch as the bush awakens around you. See wild dogs laze under the Acacia trees and elephants leave their distinct trail as they chomp through the bush at a leisurely pace. Steal a glance at the leopard eating its prey high up in an old Tamboti tree. Return to the Lodge to enjoy a cold and hot buffet breakfast. Then retire to your room and relax, laze at the crystal-clear infinity pool or request a bush walk for an up-close encounter with the Kruger. Lunch will be served on the deck with beautiful views of the surrounding bushveld and the Nwaswitsontso River. Afternoon tea will be served on the deck before departing on your evening safari drive. Spot a pride of lazy lions lounging casually in the tall grass. Sip a sundowner G&T as you watch the sky turn from the brilliance of an African sunset to a bright band of stars. Return to the Lodge for a romantic dinner on the deck.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
Location
Imbali Safari Lodge, S145, Kruger National Park, Skukuza, South Africa
Day 3Full day at Imbali
Activities Included
Bird Photography Evening Drives Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Morning Drives Night drive Wildlife Photography Game driveKick-start your day before the sun rises with Coffee and rusks before setting off on your morning Drive. Watch as the bush awakens around you. See wild dogs laze under the Acacia trees and elephants leave their distinct trail as they chomp through the bush at a leisurely pace. Steal a glance at the leopard eating its prey high up in an old Tamboti tree. Return to the Lodge to enjoy a cold and hot buffet breakfast. Then retire to your room and relax, laze at the crystal-clear infinity pool or request a bush walk for an up-close encounter with the Kruger. Lunch will be served on the deck with beautiful views of the surrounding bushveld and the Nwaswitsontso River. Afternoon tea will be served on the deck before departing on your evening safari drive. Spot a pride of lazy lions lounging casually in the tall grass. Sip a sundowner G&T as you watch the sky turn from the brilliance of an African sunset to a bright band of stars. Return to the Lodge for a romantic dinner on the deck.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
Location
Imbali Safari Lodge, S145, Kruger National Park, Skukuza, South Africa
Day 4Return to Johannesburg
Activities Included
Bird Photography General Photography Landscape photography Morning Drives Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingKick-start your last day before the sun rises, dunking a homemade rusk into a steamy cup of coffee before setting off on your morning safari with your assigned ranger. Return to the lo to enjoy an extensive cold and hot buffet breakfast in the Imbali Safari Lodge comfortable dining room; an impressive Jackalberry rising right through the deck of the dining room and the Tsonga-styled thatched roof. After breakfast and depending on flight/departure time you will meet up with your Mr Shuttle driver/guide at the reception. They will assist with your check-out and then start your journey back to your Hotel in JHB or the Airport. Pit-stops will be made on the way back to stretch your legs and enjoy the last bit of the fresh South African nature.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Johannesburg, South Africa
Travel Time: 6 hrs
Offical Visa Regulations and Health Requirements
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https://www.iatatravelcentre.comFor personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com https://www.iatatravelcentre.com https://www.iatatravelcentre.com For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here https://www.iatatravelcentre.com http://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/applying-for-sa-visa South African visitors’ visas may be granted for: visits to family or friends and also for tourism purposes business purposes spouse to join a spouse who is in South Africa on a work or study permit children to join parents who are in South Africa on work or study permits fiancée/ fiancé to join his or her partner with the intension of marrying within 90 days study purposes (max stay 3-months) charitable or voluntary activities research conferences to work in the production of an movie or show (i.e. in the entertainment industry) for medical purposes (max stay 3-months) sport events Documents required to apply for a visa A passport or travel document valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit Your passport must have at least TWO unused page for entry / departure endorsements A completed Form BI-84 (application for a visa) Payment of the prescribed fee A yellow-fever vaccination certificate (if required) Statement and/or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of your visit Two colour passport photographs A return or onward ticket if you are travelling by air If you have children (minors) travelling with you or joining in South Africa, you will need to provide the following additional documents Proof of guardianship or custody or Consent from the guardian in the case of an unaccompanied minor Proof of financial means to pay for your living expenses while in South Africa in the form of: Bank statements Salary advances Undertakings by the host(s) in South Africa Bursary Medical cover or Cash available (including credit cards and travellers’ cheques)