Introduction

Enjoy a 3-day fly-in safari to Umkumbe Bush Lodge, a comfortable and affordable escape in the renowned Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve.
This package includes return local flights from Johannesburg to Skukuza Airport, followed by a short road transfer to the lodge.

Umkumbe Bush Lodge offers a relaxed safari experience with en-suite, air-conditioned rooms. Guests can choose between three Standard rooms or seven Superior rooms, which are more spacious and include outdoor showers. Some units are ideal for families or small groups, with interleading layouts for added convenience.

Highlights

Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Early Morning Game Drive

Afternoon Game Drive

Optional Guided Bush Walks

Return Local Flights from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Luxury Accommodation

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Daily

Day 1

Day 1 Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Departing from the Johannesburg OR Tambo on a mid-day flight to the Skukuza Airport, located in the heart of the Kruger National Park, you will be met by your guide and transferred into the Sabi Sands Private Game reserve.

After reaching the lodge around mid-day, you will have the opportunity to freshen up and relax before departing on an open safari vehicle for your first afternoon game drive in the reserve.

Back at the lodge a delicious starlit dinner will await you, weather permitting.

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Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Transfer by Air, Johannesburg Airport to Skukuza Airport

Mid Day

Transfer by Road, Skukuza Airport to Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside
Lunch is always a highlight, so relax and enjoy our food.

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

We'll take you out on an evening game drive in Sabi Sand Game Reserve. It's when temperatures cool, the light is golden and predators set out to hunt.

Night

Tonight 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

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

Accommodation is comfortable and suitable for those looking for a value for money option in the Sabi Sand. All rooms are en-suite and airconditioned. Some rooms are set up to allow families or small parties of three friends with separate but connected rooms.

Video: Umkumbe River Lodge Lodge - Accommodation

Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner

Day 2

Day 2 Sabi Sand Game Reserve

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

In Sabi Sand 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

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

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

Night

Tonight we'll be serving you a dinner to remember.

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

Accommodation – Day 2

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

Accommodation is comfortable and suitable for those looking for a value for money option in the Sabi Sand. All rooms are en-suite and airconditioned. Some rooms are set up to allow families or small parties of three friends with separate but connected rooms.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3

Day 3 Morning Safari Drive and Return to Johannesburg

Rise early, enjoying a hot beverage and rusk, you depart on your last morning game drive. After witnessing the sunrise, you return to the lodge for breakfast before departing to the Skukuza Airport for your return flight to the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

Activities Day 3

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

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

Morning

This morning we offer you breakfast.

Mid-Morning

We will transfer you to the airport.

Mid Day

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.

Umkumbe Bush Lodge

The Umkumbe Lodges uses fully open safari vehicles, each seating up to six guests (unless a different arrangement is requested). These open vehicles offer an unobstructed 360-degree view, allowing you to fully experience the sights and sounds of the reserve.

Map

South Africa

Start Point: Johannesburg

Day 1 - 2

Sabi Sand Game Reserve Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

Day 3

Johannesburg (No accommodation)

End Point: Johannesburg

3-Day Umkumbe Lodge Fly in Safari

3-Day Umkumbe Lodge Fly in Safari

3-Day Umkumbe Lodge Fly in Safari

Introduction

Highlights

Day 1 Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Mid Day

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

Night

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

Day 2 Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Activities Day 2

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

Morning

Mid Day

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

Night

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

Day 3 Morning Safari Drive and Return to Johannesburg

Activities Day 3

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

Morning

Mid-Morning

Mid Day

Our vehicles

Embraer 190

Umkumbe Bush Lodge

Map

Pricing

Detailed Price Information

Overview Tour

3 Days / 2 Nights

3-Day Umkumbe Lodge Fly in Safari

From Price

Included

Excluded

Tour starts per person from	R 25,500.00 - (Rate for 2026) R 28,050.00 - (Rate for 2027)
Additional Price Information 2026 R 25500 per person sharing R 30100 per single traveler 2027 R 28050 per person sharing R 33110 per single traveler

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Introduction

Highlights

Day 1 Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Activities Day 1

Mid-Morning

Mid Day

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

Night

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

Day 2 Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Activities Day 2

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

Morning

Mid Day

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

Night

Umkumbe Safari Lodge Riverside

Day 3 Morning Safari Drive and Return to Johannesburg

Activities Day 3

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

Morning

Mid-Morning

Mid Day

Our vehicles

Embraer 190

Umkumbe Bush Lodge

Map

Pricing

Detailed Price Information

Overview Tour

3 Days / 2 Nights

3-Day Umkumbe Lodge Fly in Safari

From Price

Included

Excluded

3-Day Umkumbe Lodge Fly in Safari

3-Day Umkumbe Lodge Fly in Safari