9-Day Bush & Beach Safari in Timbavati and Mozambique

Overview

There is no better way to explore Africa than by combing a bush and beach safari. Enjoy four nights of exhilarating game viewing in the Timbavati Reserve which includes early mornings and late evenings in order to try and maximize game viewing opportunities. Follow this with 5 days of beach time at the luxurious Santorini Resort in Vilanculos, Mozambique where you can enjoy some relaxation on the beach or enjoy the many activities on offer in the area.

Tour Features

Luxury tour

This luxury tour uses lodges & resorts

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Minimum age

4 years old

Activities & Transport

Activities:

Game drives & beach time

Transport:

Minivan, open-sided 4x4 vehicle & air transfer

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Day	Accommodation	Meals
1-4	RockFig Safari Lodge	All meals included
5-8	Santorini Mozambique	All meals included
9	No accomodation	Breakfast included

Note: Note; The rooms will be shared if travellers are 2+ Traveller 1 2 3 4 5 Room(s) 1 1 2 2 3

Included

Park fees(For non-residents)
All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)

Itineraries

Day 1

Fly to the Kruger Park and Timbavati Game Reserve

Your journey begins with a flight from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit Airport. On arrival, you will be met by a lodge representative and enjoy a road transfer to RockFig Safari Lodge which will be your home for the next four nights. Dependent on your flight arrival time, you should be in time to enjoy a late lunch at the lodge followed by your afternoon game drive and have your first opportunity to spot some wildlife.

Destination
Timbavati Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa)

Accommodation

RockFig Safari Lodge

Luxury lodge located inside Timbavati NR
If the hotel is unavailable, a similar hotel will be provided

Meals

-All meals included

-Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2-4

Game viewing in the Timbavati

You will be spending three full days to enjoy the incredible game viewing on offer in this region of the Greater Kruger National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives included in your stay. Your drives are very personal as only 4 guests will be accommodated per vehicle per game drive. Back at the lodge, you have some downtime to enjoy the facilities, relax on your deck, swim, read a book and exchange stories with other guests. With no fences between the Timbavati and the Kruger National Park, wildlife is free to come and go, making this one of South Africa’s richest wildlife areas. Sightings of predators are a noted feature during the game drives, from wild dogs to leopards and the white lions, Timbavati’s best-known residents.

Destination
Timbavati Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa)

Accommodation

RockFig Safari Lodge

Luxury lodge located inside Timbavati NR
If the hotel is unavailable, a similar hotel will be provided

Meals

-All meals included

-Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5

Beach Time

Today you bid farewell to the Kruger National Park, and head off to Mozambique where you have some time to truly relax after a busy few days on safari. Early morning wake up call for the road transfer to MQP airport on time for the scheduled flight to Vilanculos. Arrival in Vilanculos airport, where you are met by a representative from Santorini for your transfer to the resort. Santorini Mozambique is like a small Greek village in the heart of a raw African landscape – a magical combination. Being on the mainland, you have the opportunity to experience everything this magical place has to offer. From spending a day out on the blue waters to exploring the colorful markets and local shops of Vilanculos town.

Destination
Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique)

Accommodation

Santorini Mozambique

Luxury resort located in or near Vilanculos
If the hotel is unavailable, a similar hotel will be provided

Meals

-All meals included

-Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6-8

Sun, Sea and Sand

A few days to enjoy the facilities on offer at the resort such as kayaks, stand-up paddling, snorkeling, beach volleyball, beach cricket and fishing equipment is available. Special value add-on: a complimentary snorkeling trip to Magaruqye island and a 15 minute hand or foot treatment at the Spa is included in your stay. You can also enjoy a guided tour of Vilanculos which is included in your stay. Optional activities at an extra cost are also available, such as: spa treatments, scuba diving, boat trips, scenic helicopter flights, deep sea fishing, dhow sailing and horse safaris.

Destination
Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique)

Accommodation

Santorini Mozambique

Luxury resort located in or near Vilanculos
If the hotel is unavailable, a similar hotel will be provided

Meals

-All meals included

-Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9

Final Morning

This morning after breakfast, you will be transferred to Vilanculos Airport for your flight back to Johannesburg Airport where you can connect with your onward journey.

Destination
Johannesburg Airport (Johannesburg, South Africa)

Accommodation

Not Specified

Meals

-Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)

-Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

9-Day Bush & Beach Safari in Timbavati and Mozambique