Treasures of the North Tour (7 Days)

The Treasures of the North Tour is an exclusive tour which visits the Mpumalanga Highlands and the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. The tour returns to Johannesburg via the Scenic Magoebas" Kloof " Valley where a night is spent at the Coach house spa.

The tour is private and can start on any date specified by clients. An experienced African Sky guide accompanies the tour. The guide does not stay at Lion Sands. The safari part of the tour is led by a resident ranger. Lion Sands Ivory is one of the world's finest lodges.

Prices vary depending on the time of year and the size of your traveling party. Please send us a request with your particular requirements. We will return a detailed no obligation quotation to you within 24hrs of receiving the request. We can quote you in any currency of your choice. Bookings confirmed with a deposit more than six months in advance is subject to a discount of 5%.
Tour Price:	From R24 293 (South African Rand) per person sharing
Tour Starting Date:	Any date specified by clients, this is a private tour
Tour Starting Point:	Anywhere in Johannesburg or Pretoria
Tour Ending Point:	Anywhere in Johannesburg or Pretoria
What is Included:	Below the detailed itinerary
What is Excluded:	Below the detailed itinerary

Detailed Tour Itinerary Day 1: Mpumalanga Guests are met upon arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg from where the tour travels east through the coal rich Highveld and the rolling hills of Mpumalanga to the village of Dullstroom. The area surrounding Dullstroom is a windswept grassland which is dominated by the 2332m high "Die Berg" (the mountain), which is the highest point between the Limpopo and Vaal Rivers. A visit is made to the Dullstroom Bird Of Prey and Rehabilitation Center, which was established in 1997 in order to promote awareness of the raptor species, and their growing plight as endangered species. A large number of different raptor species and their role in the ecosystem come under the spot light before reaching the overnight destination.
Overnight: Walkersons
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Mpumalanga Walkersons is situated on one of the most prestigious estates in the eastern highlands of South Africa and the day is devoted to experiencing the spectacular views of the estate either on horseback or on foot. At least 12 species of indigenous game as well as prolific bird and flower interests can be enjoyed. Several kilometers of weirs and dams compliment the tranquil environment and offers fine fly fishing opportunity for the Rainbow Trout, should you wish to try your hand at this relaxing pastime.
Overnight: Walkersons
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 3: Greater Kruger National Park Before crossing over the eastern escarpment and subsequently entering the heart of South Africa’s Big Five country, guests explore the Mpumalanga Panorama Route. Along the way the magnificent Blyde River Gorge, dominated by the triplet peaks of the Three Rondavels, is visited before traveling on to God’s Window, a cleft in the edge of the escarpment from where magnificent views of the Lowveld can be enjoyed. God's Window is situated in a patch of indigenous forest where many flowering and aromatic plants flourish. The tour then travels on to the overnight destination situated in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. The afternoon is devoted to an open 4X4 safari accompanied by experienced rangers and trackers. They bring to life the signs of the wild, and are expert in interpreting the behavior of the different species. The area is blessed with a rich diversity of mammal and bird species and forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park . The Kruger Park is internationally renowned as one of the worlds premier conservation areas. The afternoon game drive is extended into the early evening and offers guests the opportunity of viewing the nocturnal animals in their natural surroundings, before returning to the Lodge for a sumptuous bushveld feast.
Overnight: Lion Sands Ivory Lodge
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 4: Greater Kruger National Park An early morning and late afternoon game drive in the company of your experienced ranger and tracker fill a day of wonder as the rhythms of the wilderness and the laws that govern life in a remote ecosystem become more apparent. The legendary Big Five, regarded to be the most majestic and awe inspiring mammals to be found anywhere in the world, are sure to be amongst the day’s viewing highlights. In addition to the lion, elephant, rhinoceros, buffalo and leopard, the reserve is blessed with a rich diversity of antelope and other mammal species. The day will be completed with a night drive accompanied by one of the professional Game Rangers. Night drives become the highlight of the South Africa Tour offering glimpses of nocturnal animals often not seen during the day.
Overnight: Lion Sands Ivory Lodge
Meals: Full Board

Day 5: Greater Kruger National Park The ever-changing moods of this land will capture your soul as the day is once again devoted to exploring this wilderness area from the back of open 4X4 vehicles or on foot during the bush walk. The lesser creatures of the land, though not as well known contribute as much to the ecosystem. Great delight can often be had from witnessing these creatures as they go about their daily routines. All life and the delicate balance that exists between them is protected in this area which is a treasure over which we should be wise custodians.
Overnight: Lion Sands Ivory Lodge
Meals: Full Board

Day 6: Lowveld A last morning game drive is followed by breakfast after which the tour travels to the Hoedspruit Research and Breeding Center for Endangered Species. Since its establishment in 1988 it has played a pivotal role in the re-establishment of a greater cheetah population, and has successfully rehabilitated countless other animals before returning them to the wild after injury. Guests will have the opportunity to view at close proximity the Cheetah, African Wild Dog, African Ground Hornbill, the Aardwolf and small cat species such as the African Wild cat, Serval and the Black Footed Cat. A highlight is sure to be the opportunity of viewing at close range the rare King Cheetah with its unique markings. The African bush then subsides and gives way to sub-tropical farming areas as the tour makes its way north to Tzaneen, renowned for its majestic scenery and the quality of fruits its fertile soils deliver.
Overnight: Coach House
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 7: Departure
A late breakfast and some time at the Coach House Spa is followed by a trip back to Johannesburg where guests are dropped off at any location of their choice in either Johannesburg or Pretoria after a memorable tour in South Africa.

Overnight: None

Meals: Breakfast

African Sky has been conducting quality South Africa Tours and African Tours for more than 10 years. We offer both luxury tours as well as family tours in South Africa and Southern Africa. If none of our standard South African Tour itineraries meet with your approval, we will gladly tailor make a tour to suit your requirements.

Treasures of the North Tour Includes:
- Accommodation as specified in the Itinerary
- Services of a registered guide/Resident Rangers
- Meals as specified in the Itinerary
- Tourism Levy
- All Applicable Taxes
- All Land Transportation in air conditioned vehicles
- All Activities and Entrance fees to places mentioned in the itinerary
- All Park Fees if Applicable

Treasures of the North Tour Excludes:
- International Airfare (Getting to South Africa and getting back home)
- Personal and Medical Insurance
- Activities not specifically stated in the itinerary
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Meals not specifically stated in the itinerary

Treasures of the North Tour - 7 Days (Code T23)