Overview

3 Days / 2 Nights

3 Day Nkorho Lodge Fly In Safari from Johannesburg

South Africa

From: ZAR R 33,600.00

Created by The Kruger Safari Co

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Created by The Kruger Safari Co

Introduction

Discover the wonder of the African bush at Nkorho Bush Lodge, an intimate safari retreat set within the famed Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. This all-inclusive package features return local flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Hoedspruit, making your journey into Big Five territory seamless and stress-free.

With just sixteen guests accommodated across eight elegant thatched chalets, Nkorho offers a tranquil and luxurious wilderness escape. Enjoy sunrise breakfasts overlooking the open plains, and unwind each evening around the leadwood boma fire every moment at Nkorho Bush Lodge is crafted for authentic relaxation and unforgettable safari memories.

Highlights

Return Local Flights from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Daily

Morning and Afternoon Open vehilce safari drives

All entrance and conservation fees included

Day 1

Nkorho Game Reserve

We depart Johannesburg OR Tambo at midday on a 50-minute flight to Hoedspruit Airport, flying over the Highveld, down the escarpment, and through the scenic Lowveld region of Mpumalanga Province.

Upon arrival at Hoedspruit, your safari guide meets you for the transfer into the Sabi Sand Game Reserve.
We check in at Nkorho Bush Lodge, a beautifully secluded retreat in the heart of this wildlife-rich reserve.

The lodge features gorgeous rooms with stunning designer decor, a restaurant, swimming pool, spa center, and comfortable lounge areas.

After a light lunch, you have time to freshen up and relax before departing on a late-afternoon game drive through the reserve on an open safari vehicle. The wildlife of Sabi Sand is never far away, and we might encounter lions, leopards, and other remarkable animals.

Back at the lodge, a delicious dinner under the stars awaits you, your overnight stay includes lunch and dinner.

Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Transfer by Air from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to the Hoedspruit Airport

Morning

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

Afternoon

Animals are out and about, the light is often perfect, and temperatures are cooler when you join us on our evening game drive in the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve.

Evening

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

Activity Timing

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

Accommodation Day 1

Nkorho Bush Lodge

Lodge Inside Nkorho Game Reserve

Nkorho Bush Lodge sits in a secluded part of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, placing guests close to some of Africa's best wildlife viewing. The lodge features well-appointed rooms with thoughtful design and comfortable furnishings. Between game drives, guests can unwind at the swimming pool, enjoy meals at the restaurant, or relax in the spa. The property's location deep in the reserve means wildlife is never far away.

Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner

Day 2

Nkorho Game Reserve

We'll wake you early for coffee and rusks before your morning game drive in Sabi Sand Game Reserve, a prime time for wildlife viewing. You might encounter a variety of animals in the soft morning light. The reserve is renowned for its exceptional sightings, and you might also come across several species moving freely across this unfenced wilderness.

After your drive, enjoy a late breakfast at Nkorho Bush Lodge before relaxing by the pool or visiting the spa center. The lodge's beautiful rooms and thoughtful design create the perfect retreat between safari activities.

Later, we'll head out for an evening game drive when temperatures cool and the golden light returns, another excellent time to see wildlife. We'll return just in time for dinner under the African sky.

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

Your early morning game drive in the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, 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.

Afternoon

Lunch is always a highlight, so relax and enjoy our food.
Animals are out and about, the light is often perfect, and temperatures are cooler when you join us on our evening game drive in the Sabi Sand Private game reserve.

Evening

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

Activity Timing

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

Accommodation Day 2

Nkorho Bush Lodge

Lodge Inside Nkorho Game Reserve

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3

Final day with us

We'll head out for one final early morning game drive in Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve.
As the soft morning light spreads across the reserve, animals emerge from their nighttime rest, and you might encounter lions, leopards, and elephants when they're most active.

The cool air and golden light create perfect conditions for photography and wildlife viewing.

After this memorable drive, we'll return to your lodge where you can enjoy breakfast before preparing for your departure. Mid-morning, we'll transfer you to the Hoedspruit Airport for your flight to the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

Activities Day 3

Early Morning

In the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, your early morning game drive gets you close to the wildlife when they’re most active, and the landscapes are at their most beautiful.

Morning

Breakfast
50min flight from the Hoedspruit Airport to the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

Meal Plan Breakfast

Vehicles

Our vehicles

At The Kruger Safari Co., we use comfortable 13-seater vehicles for all transfers, trusted local airlines, and specially adapted open safari vehicles (depending on the lodge) to ensure the best wildlife viewing experience.

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.

Private game reserve open vehicle

The benefit of staying in certain private game reserves, you give you the opportunity to be in a totally open safari vehicle with no roof over head.

Map

South Africa

Start Point: Johannesburg Airport

Day 1 - 2

Nkorho GR Nkorho Bush Lodge

Day 3

Johannesburg Airport (No accommodation)

End Point: Johannesburg Airport

3 Day Nkorho Lodge Fly In Safari from Johannesburg

3 Day Nkorho Lodge Fly In Safari from Johannesburg