The 7 day Kruger and the Kingdoms Tour – culture and wildlife! Combine the Kruger National Park, an icon of the wildlife world and the Kingdoms of eSwatini and Zululand. This creates a mighty experience designed to take your travel desires to new heights.
It all begins in Johannesburg, where you will begin the first leg. Then a trip into Mpumalanga to marvel at the scenery along the Panorama Route. It’s then on to the Kruger National Park. Where the Big Five roam, wild and free. Sightings are of an extraordinary caliber. An open vehicle game drive with a passionate guide is going to both thrill and excite.
You will then travel to eSwatini (ex-Swaziland). An independent kingdom within the borders of South Africa, known for its colorful and vibrant culture. The people of eSwatini are the main attraction, where you will learn all about their traditions and customs. In Zululand, a cruise on Lake St Lucia awaits, where hippo and crocodiles abound. The journey ends in Durban.
Transportation is in air conditioned touring vehicles appropriate to the number of people booked on the tour. A maximum of 10 people can do this tour (unless booked privately). A minimum of 2 people are needed for departure.
If there are 2 guests, a sedan vehicle will be used
If 3 to 10 guests, you will travel in a 13 seater vehicle
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Kruger and the Kingdoms Tour Routing
Day |
Kruger and the Kingdoms Tour Routing |
Kilometres |
1 | Johannesburg | 35 |
2 | Johannesburg to Hazyview (Mpumalanga) | 440 |
3 | Panorama Route | 320 |
4 | Kruger National Park | 120 |
5 | Mpumalanga to Eswatini (Swaziland) | 310 |
6 | Eswatini to Zululand | 360 |
7 | Zululand to Durban (Umhlanga) | 275 |
7 Days Kruger and the Kingdoms Itinerary
There may be slight variations between 2025 and 2026.
Day 1: Sunday
On arrival in Johannesburg at OR Tambo International Airport, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. Johannesburg is the largest and most populous city in South Africa. It is also the source of a large scale gold and diamond trade. Due to its location on the mineral rich Witwatersrand range of hills.
The remainder of the day is at leisure for optional sightseeing. Why not enjoy an optional (own account) sightseeing tour of Soweto*. Or simply relax at your hotel? At 7 pm, everyone will meet at reception for a briefing on the tour. And a chance to meet fellow travelers.
*Afternoon Soweto Tour
2025: R 2 530 / 2026: R 2 770 per person
Soweto is unlike any suburb you’ve ever seen or been to. Yet the history of struggle encapsulated here is a cornerstone of the South African story. Highlights include the Mandela House Museum, Desmond Tutu’s House, the Hector Pieterson Memorial & Museum, and the Regina Mundi Church.
Afterwards we will head towards the Apartheid Museum. Once there you will have the opportunity to discover the history of the Apartheid era on your own.
Overnight:
2025: 4* Southern Sun Sandton
2026: 4* Protea Hotel Balalaika
Day 2: Monday
Depart Johannesburg after breakfast and head for Pretoria, South Africa’s capital city, for a short orientation tour. Continue on to the Mpumalanga Province, known as “Paradise Country”. Dropping several hundred feet into the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld. Continue through spectacular scenery to the historic logging town of Sabie, once a gold mining town. Visit the beautiful Mac Mac Falls, a 65 meter waterfall on the Mac Mac River. Arrive late afternoon in Hazyview, the safari hub of the Kruger National Park.
Overnight:
2025: 3* Hazyview Sun Hotel on dinner, bed & breakfast basis
2026: 3* Hippo Hollow Country Estate on dinner, bed & breakfast basis
Day 3: Tuesday
After an early morning breakfast, we’ll drive along the spectacular ‘Panorama Route’, offering views of amazing scenery. Including the 26 kilometre long Blyde River Canyon (home to the Three Rondavels), Bourke’s Luck Potholes and historic God’s Window. A breathtaking view (weather permitting) of the edge of the escarpment taking in the Kruger National Park.
We arrive back in Hazyview in the late afternoon where the remainder of the day is at leisure to relax.
Overnight:
2025: 3* Hazyview Sun Hotel on dinner, bed & breakfast basis
2026: 3* Hippo Hollow Country Estate on bed and breakfast basis
Day 4: Wednesday
The day begins with early morning coffee or tea. Followed by a thrilling open vehicle game safari (with English speaking game ranger) through the Kruger National Park. With a packed breakfast. Kruger is one of the world’s greatest national parks, home to a stunning array of wildlife. Search for the ‘Big Five’ (rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, and elephant). As well as prolific bird life and numerous other game species.
The game safari includes an introduction to the Anti-Poaching Dog Unit (Project Watchdog). Which was established because of the increase in rhino poaching worldwide. Learn about the dogs and their training. To track poachers in the field, detect firearms, ammunition, and wildlife products that enter and exit through the Park gates. A portion of the trip price of this TRAVEL WITH A PURPOSE Experience goes towards ensuring that these dogs receive the best possible care.
The afternoon is at leisure at your hotel.
*Optional Kruger National Park afternoon open vehicle game safari: 2025: R 1 030 / 2026: R 1 115 per person
For the wildlife enthusiasts a second open vehicle safari, as an extension to the morning safari, in one of the world’s most renowned game reserves.
Overnight:
2025: 3* Hazyview Sun Hotel on dinner, bed & breakfast basis
2026: 3* Hippo Hollow Country Estate on bed and breakfast basis
Day 5: Thursday
This morning we travel to eSwatini (Swaziland), an independent Kingdom within the borders of South Africa. Known for its lovely scenery, crafts, and colorful indigenous culture. An interactive cultural experience inclusive of lunch introduces us to the charming people of Eswatini and their traditions.
2025: We travel via the capital city, Mbabane. To the beautiful Ezulwini Valley for an overnight in eSwatini and a sumptuous dinner at your hotel.
2026: Visit the Ngwenya glass factory, where visitors can watch talented glass blowers create a range of exquisite wares made from recycled glass. We travel further to the beautiful Ezulwini Valley for overnight in eSwatini and a sumptuous dinner at your hotel.
Overnight: 5* The Royal Villas with breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 6: Friday
After breakfast, we will continue south through eSwatini, before re-entering South Africa. Travel into Zululand, passing traditional round huts and endless vistas.
Optional afternoon open vehicle game safari in the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve: 2025: R 1 115 / 2026: R 1 210 per person
Enjoy an afternoon, 3 hour open vehicle game safari into Africa’s oldest game reserve and world renowned for its highly successful white rhino conservation program.
Overnight: 3* Anew Hotel Hluhluwe on bed and breakfast basis
Day 7: Saturday
The day begins with an early breakfast before departing for Durban, travelling past traditional Zulu Kraals, Eucalyptus plantations and sugar cane fields. We arrive in Umhlanga in the early afternoon where the tour ends on arrival.
This South Africa Tour Rates
2025 Kruger and the Kingdoms Tour Rates |
Per Person Sharing | Single |
1st January until 30th April 2025 | R 29 870 | R 6 040 |
1st May until 31st July 2025 | R 29 625 | R 6 000 |
1st August until 31st December 2025 | R 30 140 | R 6 185 |
2026 Kruger and the Kingdoms Tour Rates |
Per Person Sharing | Single |
1st January until 30th April 2026 | R 32 640 | R 39 220 |
1st May until 31st July 2026 | R 32 370 | R 38 910 |
1st August until 31st December 2026 | R 32 900 | R 39 640 |
Kruger and the Kingdoms Tour Includes
2025: 11 Meals: 6 x breakfasts, 1 x lunch, 4 x dinners including gratuities
2026: 9 Meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 x lunch, 2 x dinners including gratuities
6 Nights’ accommodation including porterage
Transportation including toll fees in air conditioned vehicles
Services of a professional English speaking tour guide
Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary
Bottled water in Eco-friendly packaging
Kruger and the Kingdoms Tour Departure Dates
2025 Kruger and the Kingdoms Tour Departure Dates |
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Month | Departure Date |
August 2025 |
3, 17, 24 |
September 2025 |
7, 21, 28 |
October 2025 |
5, 12, 19, 26 |
November 2025 |
2, 9, 16, 23 |
December 2025 |
7 |
2026 Kruger and the Kingdoms Tour Departure Dates |
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Month | Departure Date |
January 2026 |
4;18 |
February 2026 |
1;8;15;22 |
March 2026 |
1;8;15;22 |
April 2026 |
5;19;26 |
May 2026 |
3;17 |
June 2026 |
7;21 |
July 2026 |
5;19 |
August 2025 |
2;16;30 |
September 2026 |
6;20;27 |
October 2026 |
4;11;18;25 |
November 2026 |
1;8;15;22 |
December 2026 |
6 |
Use this as a guideline on tours that are possible. If you want a private and customized South Africa tour, just let us know. We can create any package that you would like. This is our specialty.