3-Day Kruger Safari Tour from Johannesburg
Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Start
05:30
Group Size
Max 14
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
At a Glance
Starts
Hotel pickup & drop-off within...
Finishes
Back to Hotel
Stops
3 Locations
Guide
Live Expert Guide
“A classic 3-day Kruger safari from Johannesburg — open-vehicle game drives, comfortable lodge accommodation, bush braai dinners, and expert wildlife tracking.
About This Experience
This well-paced 3-day safari is the ideal introduction to South Africa's greatest wilderness. Depart Johannesburg at dawn and watch the landscape transform from urban sprawl to endless bushveld as you enter Kruger's Greater region. Based at a comfortable safari lodge in the Balule Private Nature Reserve, your program balances intense game-viewing with genuine relaxation. Morning drives catch the bush at its most active — lion prides on the move, hyena clans returning to dens, and elephant herds streaming to the river. Afternoons bring Kruger National Park drives through the world-famous Satara and Orpen regions, where vast grasslands support incredible concentrations of wildlife. Every evening delivers that incomparable African moment — sitting around the fire with fellow travellers, a cold drink in hand, as the bush chorus of frogs, nightjars, and distant hyena whoops fills the air.
Starting from
Johannesburg Door-to-Door
Complimentary pickup & drop-off included with every booking
Door-to-Door Collection
Our guides collect you from any accommodation within the greater Sandton and Johannesburg area in air-conditioned vehicles.
Within 12 km from Nelson Mandela Square
Up to 30 km from Sandton
Sandton · Rosebank · Melrose · Fourways · Bryanston · Randburg · Midrand · JHB CBD · OR Tambo area
Safe Return Home
At the end of your adventure, we drop you back at your accommodation — the same place we collected you.
Your Journey, Stop by Stop
Every moment planned, every detail considered
StartDay 1: Depart & Afternoon Safari
Morning departure from Johannesburg. Arrive for lunch. Afternoon Balule game drive.
Stop 2Day 2: Kruger Full Day
Full-day Kruger safari via Orpen Gate. Bush lunch. Return for bush braai dinner.
Return to Your Accommodation
Comfortable drive back to your hotel, guest house, or accommodation in the greater Sandton/Johannesburg area. Your guide can suggest restaurants and evening activities in Sandton, Rosebank, or Maboneng.
Route Map
Route is approximate and may vary based on conditions.
What's Included
Inclusions
- Return Johannesburg transfers
- All game drives
- All park fees
- 2 nights lodge accommodation
- All meals
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Drinks
- Travel insurance
- Personal items
What to Bring
Know Before You Go
Confirmation
Instant confirmation. Show your voucher on mobile or print it out.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure
Meeting Point
Hotel pickup & drop-off within 12 km of Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton — includes hotels, guest houses, Airbnb, or any address in Sandton, Rosebank, Melrose, Fourways, Bryanston, Randburg, Midrand, Johannesburg CBD, and OR Tambo area.
Start Time
Departs at 05:30. Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Accessibility
Contact us for accessibility details.
Availability
Available daily, subject to weather. We recommend booking 2+ weeks ahead.
Insider Tips from Our Guides
The Satara-Orpen corridor is South Africa's best lion territory
Dawn is the best time for cheetah sightings on the grasslands
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Book Direct With Us
Why Book With Us
Typical conditions · Plan your visit accordingly
Best Time to Go
The dry season delivers the most reliable Big 5 encounters.
Meeting Point
Hotel pickup & drop-off within 12 km of Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton — includes hotels, guest houses, Airbnb, or any address in Sandton, Rosebank, Melrose, Fourways, Bryanston, Randburg, Midrand, Johannesburg CBD, and OR Tambo area.
Need Help Planning?
Our local Cape Town travel experts are available 7 days a week to help you plan the perfect itinerary, combine tours, or arrange private experiences.
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“Absolutely incredible experience! Our guide was so knowledgeable and passionate. The views were breathtaking and the whole day was perfectly organized. Best tour we've ever done in South Africa.”
James & Maria
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About 3-Day Kruger Safari Tour from Johannesburg
The 3-Day Kruger Safari Tour from Johannesburg is one of the most popular guided experiences in South Africa, operated by Gray Line South Africa — a Gray Line licensed tour operator based in Cape Town with over 11,000 verified five-star reviews across TripAdvisor, Viator, and GetYourGuide. This 3 days / 2 nights experience takes you through 3 carefully curated stops, each selected to showcase the best of what this magnificent region has to offer.
Whether you're a first-time visitor to South Africa or a returning traveller seeking a deeper experience, our FGASA-certified local guides bring each location to life with expert commentary, insider knowledge, and a genuine passion for conservation and South African culture. All tours include English commentary and small group sizes of maximum 14 guests for a personal, intimate experience.
Book directly with Gray Line South Africa for the best guaranteed price — no booking fees, no middlemen, and free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. Secure your spot today and discover why travellers from around the world consistently rate this as one of Cape Town's must-do experiences.
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