HAZYVIEW and the KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

Get an ‘up close and personal experience’ with the wildlife of Africa!

Embark on one of our Kruger National Park guided safaris and observe the animals in their natural habitat. You will be accompanied by one of our skilled guides who will take you through the reserve pointing out animal behaviour, interesting facts and cultures. Our guides are trained in many areas, so whether you are a birding fanatic, a cat fiend or just a general nature lover, be sure to let your guide know so we can tailor the best experience we can for you. All of our guides are experienced Kruger Park specialists

A visit to the Kruger is a highlight for any visitor to Africa

FULL DAY PANORAMA TOUR Approx. 8 hours (09h00 to 16h00)

The mountainous escarpment of Mpumalanga provides us with stunning views of the Lowveld. This wonderful full day tour includes sights such as God’s Window, with its spectacular views across the Lowveld, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, with its extraordinary rock formations, the Blyde River Canyon, one of the deepest canyons in the World, the famous Three Rondavels and quaint little town of Graskop. In the afternoon we visit one of the picturesque waterfalls outside Sabie. An excellent opportunity to see some of Mpumalanga’s most spectacular scenery. Lunch at renowned Harrie’s Pancakes in Graskop (own account). 

Price: R1320  per person

ENDANGERED SPECIES & REHABILITATION EXPERIENCE Approx. 9 hours (08h00 to 17h00)

A unique tour where we visit two world renowned conservation centres who are successfully helping to preserve injured and endangered birds and animals. Depart from your hotel at around 08:00hrs and drive to the Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre near Hoedspruit, which has appeared on Animal Planet on several occasions. Let their experts take you around the centre where some of the animals and birds might be handled depending on their condition. Learn about the rehabilitation techniques and treatment of injured, poisoned and abandoned animals & birds of prey. Depart Moholoholo and transfer to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre. On arrival, we stop for lunch (own account) before the educational tour of the breeding and research station during which you can view, from close up, rare, endangered species such as the African Wild Dog and Cheetahs. Return to your hotel at around 17:00hrs.

Price: R1585  per person (excluding lunch)

MAPUTO CITY DAY TOUR Approx. 12 hours (06h00 to 18h00)

The vibrant city of Maputo, once known as Lourenco Marques, is a city steeped in history, both European and African. The Portuguese started trading here in 1545 and the Dutch East India Company in 1720. Then the British tried to set up a trading post in 1776 but the mosquitoes got the better of them! The Portuguese came back again in 1782 but were defeated by the English, the French came in 1792 and the Portuguese came back again in 1799!! You can see all their different cultural influences while you drive around the city but Maputo is overall an African city with a great vibe. Starting at the border post of Ressano Garcia, this is where the “culture” begins! Crossing here can take 30 mins or 2 hours, depending on how busy the border is. We do not recommend these tours during public or school holidays as the queues can be several kilometres long! From the border to the city, the drive is an easy one that takes about an hour. On arrival we stop at a sidewalk coffee house for refreshments before commencing our tour which will include downtown Maputo, the Marginal, the Casa de Ferro (house of iron), which was designed by Gustav Eiffel, the Catholic Cathedral, the Mercado Municipal (Municipal Market), the Railway Station and the Fort of Nossa Senhora de Conceicao (our lady of conception), built in 1781. We then go for lunch (own account) at the famous Costa do Sol Restaurant at the end of the Marginal, where they serve some of the best seafood in Maputo. This is a long day but definitely well worth the visit.

PLEASE NOTE: Visas are required by all passport holders, apart from South Africans, but these can be purchased at the border. 

Price: R2860  per person (excluding lunch)

SWAZILAND MEANDER Approx. 12 hours (07h00 to 17h00)

A fascinating day tour to the mountainous kingdom of the Swazi’s, one of the longest standing dynasties in Africa. Ruled since 1986 by their current King, Mswati III, who is also famous for having 14 wives!! The Swazi people are well known for their friendly and welcoming nature. The country consists of lush & fertile valleys and magnificent mountain scenery. See the Maguga Dam, the Nsangwini Rock Art, the Swazi Market, the Candle Factory, Mantenga Craft Centre and Ngwenya Glass. 

PLEASE NOTE: We enter Swaziland at Jeppe’s Reef which is not one of the busiest border posts so crossing here should not take too long. Please advise nationality at the time of booking so that we can check if you need a visa.

Price: R2420  per person (excluding lunch)

BLYDE DAM CRUISE & MOHOLOHOLO Approx. 8 hours (09h00 to 18h00)

Departing from Hazyview at around 09h00 we travel north towards Hoedspruit to the Blyde River Canyon for an alternative look at the Dam. We board the boat at 11h00 for an interpretive tour with a qualified site guide who will show you the rare, living Kadishi Tufa waterfall, which at 200m (660 feet) is the 2nd tallest Tufa waterfall on earth. An abundance of wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, primates and a diversity of birdlife, will keep you enthralled while learning more about the natural history of the Blyde Canyon. The Canyon is the 3rd largest in the World and is the largest “green canyon” due to the subtropical foliage. The cruise takes about 1.5hrs and is followed by lunch (own account) before we head to Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre for their tour at 15h00. Their experts will take you around the centre where some of the animals and birds might be handled depending on their condition. Learn about the rehabilitation techniques and treatment of injured, poisoned and abandoned animals & birds of prey. Depart Moholoholo at around 16h30 for the journey back to Hazyview arriving at around 18h00.

PLEASE NOTE: We may have to substitute Moholoholo with Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre & boat cruise times may change due to availability. (Moholoholo is closed on Sundays)

Price: R1525  per person (excluding lunch)