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Self-Drive Kruger & Mozambique Adventure

Duration
12 Days
Price from
$3,384 pp.
Location
South Africa, Africa
Walking Safari Kruger South Africa

Trip Highlights

  • Self-drive through Kruger National Park
  • Explore Mozambique's beaches
  • Spot the Big Five on safari

What's Included

  • Private safari game drives & guided walks
  • Accommodation in handpicked lodges
  • 4x4 vehicle with full support
Our specialists say:

Dramatic mountain escarpments, world-class wildlife viewing and secluded beaches await on this wonderful trip

From rugged mountain escarpments and waterfalls to incredible wildlife and pristine beaches, this self-drive adventure lets you explore Southern Africa at your own pace.

“Waking up to lion tracks outside your rest camp, then setting off on your own schedule — this trip combines the freedom of self-drive safari with time to relax on Mozambique’s stunning coastline. It’s a great way to connect with the landscape and wildlife while enjoying complete flexibility.” — Tamara, South Africa Specialist

Perfect for anyone who loves adventure from couples to families, this trip lets you choose shorter or longer game drives without sharing your vehicle, giving you privacy and control.

The Panorama Route offers stunning views, waterfalls, canyons, and historic towns — a chance to enjoy nature and culture in one beautiful region.

After exploring Kruger, unwind on the peaceful beaches of Vilanculos, Mozambique, where you can relax, snorkel, or explore local islands.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 To Hazyview

Staying at Rissington Inn

Arrive in to Johannesburg early this morning, clear immigration, collect your bags and make your way to the car hire area to collect your rental vehicle. From there you will need to drive East to the fringes of the Kruger National Park where you will be spending the next 3 nights at the charming Rissington Inn. This afternoon will be at leisure to relax after the long journey to get here – the pool at Rissington is a great spot to relax and take in the views. It also boasts one of the best restaurants in the area, so you are well catered-for in that regard.

Days 2 & 3 Roam around the Panorama Route

Panorama Route

An undoubted highlight of a visit to this area is the chance to explore a stunning part of South Africa known as the Panorama Route. This circular driving route is home to some of the most alluring scenery that South Africa has to offer, along with some interesting historical sites. Mac Mac Falls, Bourke’s Luck potholes, Blyde River Canyon and God’s Window and the historic gold mining town of Pilgrim's Rest. Equally, there are some great attractions around Hazyview where you are staying, including walking and mountain biking trails, ziplining through the trees, traditional craft markets, horseriding and golf courses – plenty to keep you occupied during your stay.

Day 4 In to the Kruger

Days 5 & 6 Exploring the Kruger National Park

Day 7 To Vilanculos

Days 8 - 11 Relaxing on the beach

Beach View Mozambique

Your time in Vilanculos is the chance to sit back, put your feet up by the pool with a good book, cold drink and enjoy the glorious sunshine that this part of the world revels in almost all year round. There is plenty to do here if you are looking to be active, with boat trips, fishing excursions, snorkelling and scuba diving, horseriding and trips out to local islands all on offer. Vilanculos town is also a fun place to explore, with some quirky little beach bars and excellent seafood restaurants, as well as the chance to get an insight in to local life.

Day 12 The journey home

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Duration

12 Days

Location

South Africa, Africa

Price from

$3,384 pp.

Price Includes

  • Accommodation and meals as listed
  • Game drives and activities as specified
  • All applicable tranfers

Price Excludes

  • Any activities or park fees not specified as included
  • Single supplements

This Self-Drive South Africa and Mozambique Adventure price is based on one person and includes:

  • International and regional flights
  • Meet and Greet on arrival at Johannesburg airport
  • Fully insured rental car for the duration of your time in South Africa
  • 3 nights with breakfast at Rissington Inn - Superior Room
  • 3 nights room only at Skukuza Rest Camp - Bungalow
  • 5 nights with breakfast at Bahia Mar Boutique Hotel - Garden Suite
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When to go to Mozambique

Find out the best time to visit Mozambique with our month by month guide.

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January

January is rather unpredictable, with the rainy season in full flow and possibility of cyclones, thunderstorms and high humidity it is best to avoid the coastline during this time. However. the prices are low and the water is at a tropical 28 degrees, making for excellent diving.

February

The rainy season endures making the weather unpredictable and best to avoid.

March

In March, the rains ease, temperatures stay hot but the humidity eases making it a pleasant 28-32 degrees. By the latter half of the month the archipelagos becoming bustling tourist sites, with boutique lodges filling up quickly.

April

April, heralds the end of the rainy season, offering clear sunny days and light winds. It is a wonderful month to travel, the scenery is lush green and the snorkelling and diving conditions are excellent.

May

Possibly one of the best months to travel, with the temperatures hovering around a pleasant 25-28 degrees, it is perfect for both beach lovers and culture vultures. Visiting Ilha de Mozambique and Ibo Island is particularly good during May as the cooler temperatures allow visitors to explore without bounds.

June

It's the start of the dry season, with highs of 30 degrees during the day. June is prime game viewing, with the largest conservation area in Mozambique opening, Niassa Game Reserve. If you're looking for a bush and beach safari, June is the perfect month to go.

July

July is a great time for wildlife viewing, it is the heart of the dry season bringing clear, warm and sunny days.

August

August remains clear and sunny, making it a beautiful month for sightseeing and game viewing, or relaxing on pristine white sandy beaches. Keep in mind that the Quirimba Archipelago can be rather windy during August.

September

Temperatures start to climb in September, if you're looking to snorkel or scuba dive September is incredible, with clear warm waters and abundant marine life - you may even see the whale migration. Meanwhile on land, game viewing is at its peak, with animals having their young and gathering around depleting watering holes in Niassa.

October

October is another great month for wildlife viewing and lazing on the country's beaches with temperatures ranging from 30-34 degrees.

November

November can be summed up in two words, hot and humid. With the rainy season on the horizon abundant sunshine can turn into thunderstorms which quickly blow over and you can be paddling in the warm Indian Ocean once again or viewing game.

December

December, the rains are back, but clear days are still abundant - if you're looking for golden rays and blue skies it's probably not the ideal time for you. Prices fall dramatically, while the sea remains temperate with divers able to enjoy sightings of rainbow fish, turtles and dugongs.

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I have just returned from the most amazing trip to Tanzania, booked with Far & Wild. Everything went so smoothly from the first time I spoke with them. The planning was great, the itinerary was perfect for us, and the lodges were amazing. We spent 10 nights with an amazing guide, travelling through Northern Tanzania and even got to see the migration, which was a lifetime ambition of mine. This wasn't our first safari, so we were nervous as to how it would compare, but it was spot on. We're particularly grateful that she suggested a private 'bush lunch' in the Ngorongoro Crater as the public picnic spot was very busy! I will certainly be using them again to book our next trip....we're thinking of a relaxing beach stay next time to get over the excitement of safari!

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Back home again, basking in the joys of a superb safari. Every aspect you arranged for us, including linking up with Mack Air and Wild Horizons locally to transport us. The choice of camps, Camp Hwange in Zimbabwe and Muchenenje Safari Lodge in Botswana, was spot on and exactly what we had hoped for - ideally situated, comfortable, in good surroundings, and with excellent wildlife on the doorstep and throughout the wider country. The service staff in each looked after us very well, catering was excellent, and the game guides were professional, knowledgeable and helpful. The weather was, as usual for that part of the world, also good at the time of our visit. Blue skies and stunning sunsets. Warm but not too hot during the day, although quite cold at sunrise when viewing game. The viewing started. You made us happy, and we recommend you to similar safari enthusiasts with confidence.

Jun 28, 2024
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