Introduction

Experience 3 nights and 4 days at the Kruger Shalati Train on the Bridge, one of the most exciting new offerings in Kruger National Park and South Africa. This unique accommodation combines breathtaking natural beauty with luxury aboard a newly refurbished train, permanently stationed on the historic Selati Bridge above the Sabie River at Skukuza Rest Camp.

Honoring the first guests who explored the park by train nearly a century ago, the train is positioned where that historical service once parked overnight. Whether you're seeking a one-of-a-kind adventure or a luxurious escape, Kruger Shalati promises an extraordinary journey.

Your stay includes return flights from OR Tambo Airport.

Highlights

Kruger National Park

Return Local Flights from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Daily

Morning and Afternoon Open vehilce safari drives

Amazing Views

All Beverages

Day 1

Day 1 Kruger National Park

Departing from the Johannesburg OR Tambo at mid-day on a 50min flight to the Skukuza Airport located in the heart of the Kruger National Park. The flight route to the Kruger National Park in the Mpumalanga Province takes you over the wide-open spaces of the Highveld, down the escarpment and through the scenic Lowveld region.

You will be collected from the Skukuza Airport, check into your luxury train carriage suite and have time to freshen up, enjoy a light lunch and relax before departing on an open safari vehicle for your first afternoon game drive in the reserve.

Back at the lodge a delicious dinner under starlight will await you.

You overnight in your luxury carriage suite at Shalati Train on the Bridge and your deal includes lunch and dinner.

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Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Transfer by Air, Johannesburg Airport to Skukuza Airport

Mid Day

Lunch is always a highlight, so relax and enjoy our food.

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Afternoon Game Drive, Kruger National Park

Evening

This evening we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

All timing is an estimate and subject to change depending on the season

Accommodation – Day 1

Shalati Train on the Bridge

One of the most exciting new offerings in the iconic Kruger National Park – in fact, in the whole of South Africa – is the Kruger Shalati Train on the Bridge. This unique concept perfectly combines Africa’s most breath-taking natural splendour with exquisite luxury aboard a newly refurbished train. Permanently stationed on the historical Selati Bridge high above the Sabie River at Skukuza Rest Camp, the Kruger Shalati Train on the Bridge now offers the most unique accommodation anyone could imagine.

Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner All drinks

Day 2 & 3

Day 2 & 3 Kruger National Park

You will get an early wake-up call and just have time for a hot beverage and rusks before departing on a 3-hour game drive to see the sun rising in the east.

On return you can enjoy a brunch and choose to spend the rest of the day at the pool or lazing around before it is time for an afternoon game drive with an expert guide, to return in time for another dinner under the stars.

Activities Day 2

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Your early morning game drive in Kruger National Park will quickly become the favorite part of your safari day, with animals out and active.

Morning

Sit down and relax this morning while we serve you breakfast.

Mid Day

Slow down and take a break as we serve you lunch.

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Afternoon Open Game Drive, Kruger National Park

Evening

This evening we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

All timing is an estimate and subject to change depending on the season

Activities Day 3

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Go on an early morning game drive in Kruger National Park, and you’ll soon discover why it’s the favorite activity of the day for many safari-goers.

Morning

This morning we'll serve you breakfast, which is always one of the most enjoyable meals while on safari.

Mid Day

It's time for a break, so sit back and enjoy the good food as we serve you lunch.

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Afternoon Game Drive, Kruger National Park

Evening

This evening we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

All timing is an estimate and subject to change depending on the season

Accommodation – Day 2 & 3

Shalati Train on the Bridge

What is more, this re-envisioned train pays homage to the first guests who explored the park by train nearly a century ago since it is positioned in the exact spot where that historical train would park overnight. Whether you’re in search of a one-of-a-kind adventure, an engrossing break or to simply immerse yourself in the finest of luxuries, Kruger Shalati will take you on a special, most extraordinary journey. The lodge, with its 31 rooms, consisting of 24 carriage rooms and 7 Bridge House rooms, all provide a most original experience, tailor-made to enjoy utter comfort in an awesome way.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner All drinks

Day 4

Day 4 Final day with us

Rise early again, enjoy a hot beverage and rusk, and depart on your last morning game drive.

After witnessing a last African sunrise, you return to the lodge for breakfast before departing to the Skukuza Airport airport mid-morning to catch your departure flight back to the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

Your deal today includes breakfast at the lodge.

Activities Day 4

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Get up before the sun and go on an early morning game drive in Kruger National Park. It’s when animals are active and the light is at its most beautiful.

Morning

This morning we offer you breakfast.

Mid-Morning

Transfer by Air, Skukuza Airport to Johannesburg Airport

Vehicles

Our vehicles

Embraer 190

The Embraer 190 is a narrow-body, twin-engine jetliner manufactured by the Brazilian aerospace company Embraer. It's a regional aircraft, but known for its spacious cabin and efficient design. The E190 typically seats between 96 and 114 passengers, depending on the configuration.

Kruger Shalati Train on the Bridge

As per government regulations, we make use of Open sided safari vehicles for all safari packages that stay or visit the Kruger National park.

Map

South Africa

Start Point: Johannesburg Airport

Day 1 - 3

Kruger NP Shalati Train on the Bridge

Day 4

Johannesburg (No accommodation)

End Point: Johannesburg Airport

Tour starts per person from	R 47,010.00 - (Rate for 2025) R 50,895.00 - (Rate for 2026) R 49,395.00 - (Rate for 2027)
Additional Price Information 2025 R 43030 per person sharing R 58150 per single traveler 2026 R 50895 per person sharing R 68760 per single traveler 2027 R 49395 per person sharing R 66595 per single traveler

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Introduction

Highlights

Day 1 Kruger National Park

Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Shalati Train on the Bridge

Day 2 & 3 Kruger National Park

Activities Day 2

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Activities Day 3

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Mid Day

15:30pm / 16:30pm depending on season

Evening

Shalati Train on the Bridge

Day 4 Final day with us

Activities Day 4

05:30am / 06:30am depending on the Season

Morning

Mid-Morning

Our vehicles

Embraer 190

Kruger Shalati Train on the Bridge

Map

Pricing

Detailed Price Information

Overview Tour

4 Days / 3 Nights

4 Day Kruger Train on the Bridge Fly-In Safari

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4 Day Kruger Train on the Bridge Fly-In Safari

4 Day Kruger Train on the Bridge Fly-In Safari