5 Days Malamala Exclusive Fly in Safari Overview

Experience unparalleled encounters with Africa’s large carnivores. MalaMala Game Reserve is the benchmark for the luxury safari industry in Southern Africa. It is one of the largest private Big Five game reserves in South Africa and is world-renowned for offering the finest and most consistent Big Five game viewing this side of the equator. With the highest density of leopards on the planet, you are sure to get up close to these magnificent cats. A safari of a lifetime awaits.

5 Days Malamala Exclusive Fly in Safari Highlights

You’ll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrive at OR Tambo (JNB) International Airport and check-in for your flight to Skukuza in the Kruger National Park. On arrival at Skukuza (SZK) Airport, you will be met by your private guide and transferred a short distance to the Sabi Sands area of the Kruger National Park, where you will be spending the following four nights on safari at MalaMala Main Camp. Enjoy your first game drive along the way.

On arrival at the lodge, enjoy a light lunch on the patio overlooking the Sand River. After lunch, you can relax and unwind as the African bush casts its magical spell. After late afternoon high tea and snacks, depart on your afternoon game drive in an open safari vehicle in search of Africa’s Big Five. As the sun sets, the nightlife becomes active and you may spot a black-maned lion or perhaps a leopard on the hunt. Return to the lodge for a hearty dinner, and listen to the sounds of the African bush around a campfire.

Main Destination: Malamala Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Accommodation: MalaMala Camp

Luxury lodge located inside MalaMala GR (Greater Kruger)

Meals & Drinks: All meals included

Enjoy twice-daily game drives in open safari vehicles, with your first drive conducted early in the morning before breakfast. On your return from your game drive, have breakfast and then spend a lazy morning at the lodge. In the late afternoon, depart on your second game drive, watching the sunset from the safety of your game drive vehicle. As darkness falls, the night predators will start hunting, and this will give you the opportunity to view the nocturnal animals and listen to the sounds of the bush. Nothing beats seeing a lion kill or a leopard family walking in the bush, not to mention the amazing birdlife and the array of smaller mammals.

Main Destination: Malamala Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)

Accommodation: MalaMala Camp

Luxury lodge located inside MalaMala GR (Greater Kruger)

Meals & Drinks: All meals included

All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5: Departure Skukuza to Johannesburg

Enjoy your last morning game drive before returning to the lodge for a hearty breakfast. After breakfast, you have time to pack and check out of the lodge. You will be met by your ranger for a scheduled transfer to Skukuza (SZK) Airport for your flight to Johannesburg.

Main Destination: No major destination visited
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

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GENERAL INFORMATION ON A SOUTH AFRICA SAFARI

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: All visitors to South Africa must have a valid passport with at least 4 consecutive blanks pages. Any applicable visa and/or relevant documentation are the responsibility of the traveller. For further information on Visa requirements visitors are advised to contact their nearest South African Embassy or Consulate.

LANGUAGE:English

TIME: GMT +3

VOLTAGE: 220 Volts/AC50Hz. Sockets are UK style, 3 pin square plugs. Power is from the government in the city/major towns and generator with inverter back up in the Safari Lodges and Camps.

CURRENCY: Foreign currency must be changed at the Bank, Bureau de Change, and Hotel/Safari lodge/Camp/Resort. Major Credit Cards, Master card, Visa, American Express, are usually accepted throughout the country. Where credit cards are accepted, the payment will normally be recorded in US$ regardless of the card’s default currency.

CLOTHING: Dress is mainly informal and should be comfortable as well as practical. Something warm should be brought along for early morning and evenings. Safari clothes are available from hotels/lodges/camps.

BAGGAGE: Where possible, travel light. Baggage space on safari is limited to medium suitcase or soft bag per person plus reasonable amount of hand luggage. There is 15 Kilogram per person limit on all flights to the wildlife sanctuaries. Excess luggage must be stored in your arrival hotel.

WATER: You will find many different of opinion of what is safe and what is not. We recommend for peace of mind, to drink local Bottled Mineral water. It is important to drink plenty of water especially during the hotter months. We would recommend that guests drink at least 2 to 3 liters of water per day to limit the effects of dehydration.

HEALTH; East Africa is a safe and secure destination; however, it is a good idea to take a few precautions. Kindly consult your GP or local doctor at least 6 weeks before you travel, with regards: Malaria prophylactics. East Africa is a known malaria area and preventive measures are essential. You are advised to take one of the recommended anti-malarial drugs. Be sure to wear long sleeved shorts and trousers after sunset and spray the exposed parts of your body with a mosquito repellent spray Remember to protect yourself from direct sun rays with sunscreen cream or safari hat.

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: For those guests with specific dietary requirement, please ensure we are notified prior to travel

GRATUITIES: As a guideline and dependent on how happy you are, we would suggest the following: The General Hotel/Lodge/Camp Staff – Approximately U$ 10.00 per person per day Driver Guides – Approximately US$ 15.00 to US$ 20.00 per person per day.

PHOTOGRAPHY: Please be careful when photographing public buildings, airports, bridges, the national flag and people in uniform. Ensure that you have sought permission before photographing local people and their villages. If in doubt, please check with your guide.