Timbavati Self Drive Safari

Days 1-3: Timbavati Game Reserve

• We offer two options as to where you can fly into;
  • Johannesburg International Airport
  • Hoedspruit Airport (this option significantly cuts down driving time).
• On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport or Hoedspruit Airport, pick up your rental car and self-drive to the Timbavati Game Reserve.
• Arrive at Motswari Game Lodge and should time allow depart on a late afternoon game drive.
• The next few days are spent viewing, photographing and experiencing the wonders of the Timbavati.
• Safari Highlights;
  • Two game drives a day
  • Wildlife Walks
  • Pre-lunch safari interest talks
  • Motswari's "The Leopard Man"
  • Big 5
  • Wilddog
  • Cheetah
  • Spotted Hyena
  • 147 species of mammals
  • 517 species of birds
  • Optional spa treatments
• Estimated travelling time from Johannesburg: ± 6 hours = 487km
• Estimated travelling time from Hoedspruit Airport: ± 40 minutes.
• Accommodation; Motswari Game Lodge

Days 4-5: Mpumalanga Scenic Route

• After your morning game drive and breakfast, depart for the Mpumalanga Scenic Route.
• Estimated travelling time from Timbavati: ± 2 - 2.5 hours (travelling at a leisurely pace).
• Check into your chosen establishment.
• The following few days are at your complete leisure, explore the area or simply just relax the choice is yours.
• Mpumalanga Day Tours, numerous day and half day tours available (optional);
  • Shangaan Cultural Village
  • Panorama Route tour
  • Helicopter tours
  • Whitewater rafting
  • Horse trails
  • Balloon safaris
• Distance; Timbavati to Hazyview = 133km

Day 6: Safari ends

• After your morning game drive and breakfast, depart for Johannesburg ± 4 to 5 hours (travelling at a leisurely pace).
• Distance; Mpumalanga to O.R Tambo International Airport = 232km
• Distance; 381km