Introduction

Our 4 Day Explores Lodge safari is one of our top selling Mid-range safari packages. Based in a small, simple, naturally luxurious and authentic safari camp in the Balule Private Game Reserve.

Highlights

Collection and Drop off from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Luxury tented accommodation

Morning and Afternoon Open vehilce safari drives

All entrance and conservation fees included

Day 1

Day 1 Johannesburg - Bundox Explores Camp

Departing from the Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Bus Terminal by 07:00am, you will travel east through the farmlands and onto the Kruger National Park.

It’s a 5-6 hour drive from Johannesburg to Bundox Explores Lodge in the Balule Private Game reserve and travel to the town of Hoedspruit with scheduled stops for bathroom breaks and leg stretches.

Arrive mid-day in the Balule Private Game reserve and book into the Bundox Explores Lodge. Enjoy a light meal and freshen up before departing late afternoon for a game drive on an open safari vehicle. Sundowners at a special vantage point.

Activities Day 1

Early Morning

We will pick you up from Johannesburg Airport early this morning and take you to the next stage of your journey.

Afternoon

Lunch is always a highlight, so relax and enjoy our food.
Afternoon Open Game Drive, Balule Nature Reserve

Evening

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

Accommodation – Day 1

Bundox Explorer Camp

Explore the area and all it has to offer from your base at Bundox Explorer Camp inside Balule Nature Reserve. The camp's facilities include A swimming pool, a wildlife viewing deck and an outside fireplace.

Meal Plan Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 & 3

Day 2 & 3 Balule Nature Reserve

Glorious days relaxing at the camp; sandwiched between an early morning and late afternoon game drive with sundowners at a special vantage point.

Safaris are conducted on the private Balule game reserve, offering a wonderful opportunity to find the Big 5 and other animals that inhabit the reserve.

Enjoy a 3-hour sunrise game drive in Balule Private Game Reserve. Return for a hearty breakfast; relax around camp, bird watch at a hide or join a ranger for a guided bush walk. Depart late afternoon for a sunset game drive.

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

In Balule Nature 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

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

Afternoon

Lunch, Bundox Explorer Camp
Afternoon Open Game Drive, Balule Nature Reserve

Evening

Dinner, Bundox Explorer Camp

Activities Day 3

Early Morning

Early Morning Game Drive, Balule Nature Reserve

Morning

Breakfast, Bundox Explorer Camp

Afternoon

Lunch, Bundox Explorer Camp
Afternoon Game Drive, Balule Nature Reserve

Evening

Dinner, Bundox Explorer Camp

Accommodation – Day 2 & 3

Bundox Explorer Camp

Each has twin beds with sprung bases and comfortable divan-style mattresses, dressed in cool cotton sheets and lightweight duvets. Additional blankets are kept in a wooden kist for the cooler months and crisp winter nights. The camp is off-grid with a solar system that provides power in each tent, enabling you to recharge your devices and camera batteries as needed. A fan provides the perfect cooling breeze whenever you need it.

Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4

Day 4 Final day with us

Set off as the sun is rising for your last game drive in Balule Game Reserve. Enjoy a late breakfast on your return before checking out. We depart late-morning for the return journey to Johannesburg. Arrive at OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg late afternoon (approx 17h00).

Activities Day 4

Early Morning

Early Morning Game Drive, Balule Nature Reserve

Morning

Breakfast, Bundox Explorer Camp
We will take you to the airport this morning.

Map

South Africa

Start Point: Johannesburg

Day 1 - 3

Balule NR Bundox Explorer Camp

Day 4

Johannesburg (No accommodation)

End Point: Johannesburg

4 Day Bundox Explores Lodge Experience

4 Day Bundox Explores Lodge Experience

4 Day Bundox Explores Lodge Experience

Introduction

Highlights

Day 1 Johannesburg - Bundox Explores Camp

Activities Day 1

Early Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Bundox Explorer Camp

Day 2 & 3 Balule Nature Reserve

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Activities Day 3

Early Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Bundox Explorer Camp

Day 4 Final day with us

Activities Day 4

Early Morning

Morning

Map

Pricing

Detailed Price Information

Overview Tour

4 Days / 3 Nights

4 Day Bundox Explores Lodge Experience

From Price

Included

Excluded

Tour starts per person from	R 16,000.00 - (Rate for 2025) R 17,120.00 - (Rate for 2026) R 18,395.00 - (Rate for 2027)
Additional Price Information 2025 R 16000 per person sharing R 22395 per single traveler 2026 R 17120 per person sharing R 23995 per single traveler 2027 R 18396 per person sharing R 25695 per single traveler

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Introduction

Highlights

Day 1 Johannesburg - Bundox Explores Camp

Activities Day 1

Early Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Bundox Explorer Camp

Day 2 & 3 Balule Nature Reserve

Activities Day 2

Early Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Activities Day 3

Early Morning

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Bundox Explorer Camp

Day 4 Final day with us

Activities Day 4

Early Morning

Morning

Map

Pricing

Detailed Price Information

Overview Tour

4 Days / 3 Nights

4 Day Bundox Explores Lodge Experience

From Price

Included

Excluded

4 Day Bundox Explores Lodge Experience

4 Day Bundox Explores Lodge Experience