3 NIGHT LUXURY WALKING TRAIL
Kruger Park, South Africa

Departures: Daily departutes from Rhino Post Safari Lodge
Highlights: Walk along ancient rhino & elephant trails between camps

Itinerary

1 night spent at Rhino Post Safari Lodge

2 nights spent at Plains Camp

* Guests have the option of walking between the camps *

Please note: This safari is very "tailorable" please contact us for full details/advice

A Typical Day

After an introductory brief on the 'do's & don'ts' of bush walking safaris, the guide will structure the trail taking into account the fitness level of the group and any special requests. A typical day would include an early start, a cup of fresh coffee or tea, after which guests set out on either a morning walk or game drive. Guests on foot follow rhino trails and elephant paths for approximately 3 to 4 hours. Returning to the lodge the guests enjoy a leisurely brunch and time to relax around the pool overlooking the waterhole. In the late afternoon after a delicious high tea, you can enjoy an evening game drive or walk, winding down with sundowners, watching an African sunset and spotting nocturnal animals in the park. Back at the lodge enjoy a sumptuous dinner on the deck or in the riverbed, as you recount the day's events all the while accompanied by the night sounds of the bush.

Activities offered

-Guided walking safaris from the proximity of the camp
-Guided walking safaris from camp to camp
-Specialist safaris e.g. Birding, Stars, Trees etc
-Rhino tracking
-Sleep-outs on elevated wooden platforms
-Bush breakfasts, picnics, sunset cocktails & starlight dinners
-Game drives both day & night, inside and outside the concession within the Kruger National Park from Rhino Post Safari Lodge

Where does the safari take place?

Rhino Walking Safaris offers exclusive traversing in 12 000 hectares of pristine bushveld in the Kruger National Park. Approximately 10km North East (as the hornbill flies) of Skukuza Rest Camp, the concession shares a 15km boundary with Mala Mala in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, with game moving freely between the two reserves. The concession comprises of environmentally sensitive areas previously unexplored, with huge diversity of both fauna and flora - an ideal setting for wilderness walking safaris in an internationally renowned big five area.

The Camps

Rhino Post Safari Lodge

Set on the banks of the Mutlumuvi Riverbed on the Southern end of our concession, the elegant Rhino Post Safari Lodge is our luxurious trails "base" lodge. Built using natural materials of stone, wood, thatch & canvas, this organic camp has 8 suites. The utmost care was taken to minimise the environmental impact of the lodge, and to that end, no concrete was used in the building's foundations, careful consideration was taken in the layout of the camp, battery power is used for lighting, special indigenous Reedbed System processes the bathroom waste, and other waste is sorted and recycled wherever possible. Each suite includes an overhead fan and lounge area with stunning views of the riverbed including those from the bathroom, decks and outdoor shower.

The dining area set under Tamboti trees, allows for al fresco dinners, cool lunches in the heat of a summer afternoon and snug winter dining. Both the swimming pool & lounge overlook an active waterhole in the riverbed. The lounge, with its extensive wine cellar, fireplace and bar provide a perfect setting for an afternoon or evening sundowner. For something special, enjoy the pampering of the rejuvenation centre, which will open in September 2004. A soothing foot massage after an exciting morning walk, followed by a plunge into the pool is always an invigorating way to start the day.

Plains Camp

Plains Camp is situated in the heart of the wilderness concession. Built in authentic pioneer tradition, it has the serenity of a 19th century naturalists rest. Overlooking the spectacular Timbitene plain & waterhole, it offers 4 comfortably furnished African explorer style tents en suite, nestled in an acacia Knobthorn thicket. A generator and a back-up battery system power overhead fans and 24 hour lighting. The generator system can be used to re-charge camera batteries at specific times.

Optional Sleepouts

Guests wanting to enjoy an unrivalled wilderness experience will be able walk out to the "Sleep Outs" on elevated wooden platforms (weather permitting). This is the only place in the Kruger National Park offering this unusual accommodation. Guests will leave Plains Camp in the late afternoon and arrive at the platforms in the early evening carrying a lightweight rucksack containing a change of clothes, a pillowcase, a sheet inner for the sleeping bag and refreshments. After hanging up mosquito nets, fly sheets (only if necessary) and preparing beds (yes! we do encourage guests to be included in every aspect of this unique interactive experience of the bush) sundowners can be enjoyed on the platforms that also overlook a waterhole. While dinner is being prepared for guests on an open fire, they will enjoy sounds and senses, heightened as they share the wilderness at night, while being safely guarded by the observant guides. The rumble of the elephant passing by or the roar of the lion at the nearby waterhole, are the only noises that might disturb guests in this peaceful wilderness. The following morning, guests will enjoy a light snack after which they will depart back to Plains Camp for a hearty brunch.

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