Day-By-Day Itinerary

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Day 1 Fly New York to Johannesburg

Overnight on board your South African Airways flight to Johannesburg, South Africa.

Day 2 Arrive Johannesburg

On arrival at Johannesburg Airport, you will be met and transferred by road to your hotel.

They came from far and wide to strike it rich when gold was discovered in Johannesburg in 1886, and the “City of Gold” still pulsates with entrepreneurial energy. Take a tour into the fascinating, horrifying, humbling and inspiring events from the dark days of ‘whites only’ privileges through to Nelson Mandela’s historic release from prison. Documentary pieces of film, texts, sound clips and live accounts recapture life in the old South Africa.

Accommodation, 1 night: Garden Court Eastgate

The 157-room Garden Court Eastgate Hotel has a prime location in Eastgate, a fast developing business node just 10 minutes drive from Johannesburg International Airport Also within close range to Garden Court Eastgate Hotel are major sporting facilities and the city centre. The Garden Court Eastgate Hotel is in an attractive garden setting and is connected by a bridge to the Eastgate shopping Centre Complex - one of the largest in the country.

The cosmopolitan Bruma Flea market and Fisherman's Village Entertainment complex are within walking distance. Garden Court Eastgate Hotel rooms offer every business facility there is and have a private bathroom with a separate shower with a room for disabled guests, as well as non-smoking rooms. The Garden Grill, overlooking the pool area, serves a hearty breakfast, and in the evening a delicious buffet dinner is available.

Garden Court Eastgate Hotel's attractive bar offers light snacks and drinks. The Garden Court Eastgate Hotel has a reputation for providing unbeatable value, comfort and friendly service.  Your stay includes breakfast on a daily basis.

Day 3 Fly Johannesburg to Mpumalanga

You will be met at the reception of your hotel and transferred by car to the airport.

On arrival at Mpumalanga Nelspruit Airport, you will be met and transferred by road to your accommodation.

South Africa’s world-renowned Kruger National Park is home to “the big five” (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo, and rhino). Peripheral private game reserves in the Sabi Sand and Timbavati areas offer incredible game viewing twice daily in open 4x4 vehicles. This is safari country with outstanding viewing opportunities; no fences between each reserve’s boundaries and the park allow the main attractions to wander freely.

Accommodation, 5 nights: Protea Hotel Kruger Gate

Enter a world of suspended timber walkways threading through indigenous forests alive with birdsong. Experience the true chorus of Africa - the grunt of a hippo, the bark of a baboon or a laugh with the hyena.  Leisure and sporting activities at the Protea Hotel Kruger Gate include miniature golf, tennis court and children's playground or just relaxing around the refreshing swimming pool.

A buffet-style breakfast is served in the restaurant, while an a la Carte lunch is served on the wooden deck.  As the dinner drum sounds, one of the most memorable moments of your visit will be dining under the stars. The lapa offers just this experience, along with true African cuisine including game and bubbling potjies of fragrant delicacies.

Luxury air-conditioned accommodation will make you feel like part of the bush, as will dining under the stars in African style.  Each of the comfortably appointed 96 luxury en-suite bedrooms at the Protea Hotel Kruger Gate will make you feel part of the bush environment. All rooms feature extras such as television, mini-bar fridge, personal tea and coffee making facilities and a spacious working area.  Your stay includes breakfast and dinner.

Days 4-7 Game Drive In The Kruger

Three game drives have been included in your stay. Enjoy a drive in to the Kruger National Park, and go in search of the 'big five'.

Day 8 Fly Mpumalanga to New York (Via Johannesburg)

You will be met at the lodge reception and transferred by road to the Mpumalanga Nelspruit Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. Overnight on board your flight from Johannesburg to New York on board South African Airways.