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Day 2 Kaingo Private Game Reserve
On arrival in Johannesburg, you will meet your local Travelsphere representative who will transfer you to the Royal Morubisi River Lodge, located in the untouched Kaingo Private Game Reserve in the malaria-free Waterberg region. You will be introduced on arrival to the friendly lodge staff who will then look after you throughout the stay. Enjoy a welcome drink with your travelling companions, and then set off on your first game drive of the trip this afternoon.The Kaingo Private Game Reserve is a 16,400-hectare diverse wilderness of rugged beauty with grassy plains, savannah, and mountain bush-veld – an ideal setting for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Later we’ll return to the lodge for a welcome dinner with your travelling companions.
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Day 3 Kaingo Private Game Reserve
This morning, we rise early and enjoy tea, coffee and South African rusks on the lodge’s riverside veranda before heading out on our first morning game drive. Knowledgeable and qualified guides will lead you through different areas of the park in search of the resident ‘Big 5’ and several endangered and rare species such as cheetah, tsessebe, brown hyena and pangolin. On each safari drive you will learn about the animal's natural habitat, their behaviours, and their role in the eco-system and as Royal Morubisi is one of the only lodges in the reserve, you are unlikely to see any other vehicles on your days tracking the animals. We’ll make sure to stop for morning coffee at one of the many spectacular viewpoints to take in this beautiful setting.Breakfast will be waiting for us back at the lodge before spending the day at leisure. A light meal will be served daily at lunch time.
Your lodge is situated on the banks of the Mokolo River, meaning “deep and silent” in the Tswana language. The river threads its way along a thirteen-kilometre route through the reserve and this afternoon we will board a sundowner boat cruise with an expert guide to experience up-close encounters with animals and the diverse fauna and flora of the region. Keep your eyes peeled for hippos, crocodiles and a variety of birdlife as you cruise the tranquil waters while enjoying a drink and snack. Meals included: B,L,D
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Day 4 Kaingo Private Game Reserve
Today we will head out on a morning bush walk to focus on the often-missed smaller details such as animal tracks and signs, and for an opportunity to encounter the Big 5 on foot. We’ll end this exhilarating experience with a delicious al fresco brunch served next to the river.Spend the day relaxing by the pool before an afternoon game drive for another opportunity to spot these magnificent animals and explore the unique geology and diverse biomes in the reserve. We will find the perfect spot for a sundowner whilst watching the sunset over this incredible landscape while listening to the call of the wild in the distance.
During your stay we’ll make the most of the setting by serving dinner either in the outdoor, lantern lit boma with tables set up around the fire, or on the riverside deck with views of the Mokolo and its wildlife. There is also a cosy bar and lounge with an open fire inside the lodge for those chillier evenings. During your stay you will also be treated to a performance of tribal dancing and an African drumming session. Meals included: B,L,D
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Days 5 - 8 Kaingo Private Game Reserve
Settle into a routine of sunrise and sunset game drives in this spectacular, diverse reserve. One morning you may explore the grassy plains and savannah which are home to animals such as giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and impala. In the evening you could encounter elephants or lions while exploring the mountain bushveld with rivers running through it and sweeping views to far horizons.During the day you can relax and enjoy the facilities at your lodge. Perhaps enjoy a treatment in the lodge’s spa while listening to the sound of hippos in the distance or join other activities you may be able to arrange with the friendly lodge staff such as birdwatching or fishing on the Mokolo River.
Research and conservation in the Kaingo reserve is at the heart of all the activities at Royal Morubisi. The team are deeply committed to conservation and research and the full tourism income goes towards positive conservation. On one evening during your stay, you’ll be able to talk with one of the team about the ongoing projects and the contribution your stay makes to the reserve. Meals included: B,L,D
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Day 9 Kaingo Private Game Reserve to Johannesburg
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred Johannesburg for your flight back to the UK, arriving on day 10. Meals included: B.jpg?format=webp)
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