Upon arrival at OR Tambo Airpor, you clear through customs and immigration. Make your way to the domestic departures and board your flight to Nelspruit Airport, the gateway into South Africa's premier safari area.

You are met at the airport by your driver and transferred by road to the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National Park. You have time to settle into the Inyati Lodge before High Tea and then depart on your first afternoon game drive.

After your game drive, which includes a sun downers stop, you return to the lodge for a hearty dinner and drinks.

For the next three days you spend your time living the safari lifestyle in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve hosted by the staff of the Inyati Game Lodge. Wake up early, have coffee and pastries in the lodge lounge and then board your open game viewing vehicle for your morning game drive. Your ranger and tracker will head out into the bushveld to track and find interesting and varied game viewing opportunities. They are extremely knowledgeable and willing to share interesting information regarding the fauna and flora of the local area.

After returning to the lodge have a hearty breakfast while you discuss your morning’s sightings, and then head back to your chalet for a bit of rest. The day can be spent relaxing or perhaps going on a walking safari with your tracker. It is a totally different experience to be on foot in a big 5 reserve and an experience not to be missed. Lunch is taken at the lodge and then a break before high tea, remount the game drive vehicle and head off for your afternoon game drive including a stop for sun downers in a remote location. Arrive back at the lodge for a sumptuous dinner and then a few drinks around the open fire pit. Bedtime and then do it all again.

After your morning game drive and breakfast you check out of Inyati Lodge. The driver will then drive you to the Kruger National Park where you will check into Lukimbi Lodge. Time to refresh and then head off on your afternoon game drive in the largest Game Reserve in Southern Africa. After your game drive it is back to the lodge for dinner around the fire at your new lodge.

Continue your safari experience and lifestyle in this unique environment. Once again your day will consist of morning game drives, time around the lodge and then afternoon game drives. The opportunities for spectacular sightings and educational experiences are all around you. Enjoy and soak up the atmosphere.

After your morning game drive and breakfast you will check out of Lukimbi Lodge. Our driver will collect you and drive you to the border control for your crossing into in Mozambique. He will assist you in making the transition and then drive you on to Maputo, the capital of Mozambique. You will be dropped off at the Marina and handed over to the staff of Machangulo Beach Lodge for your boat trip across the bay to the spectacular beach location of the lodge. Check in and unwind at this premier beach resort where you will be staying on an all inclusive basis for the next 7 days

Situated in a truly unique location on a beautiful peninsula, the Machangulo Beach Lodge offers a variety of activities and a fully equipped activity centre. You can enjoy SUP (stand up paddle board), kayaking, swimming, snorkelling, birding, fishing, beach picnics and wonderful photographic opportunities.

The diverse biospheres surrounding Machangulo Beach Lodge are teaming with natural wonders, explore the area on a sea kayak, paddling through estuaries, bays and out to the offshore reefs. This is a beach and nature lover’s paradise.

All meals are taken at the lodge, renowned for its varied and quality food offering. Relax as the professional staff take care of you in their relaxed and friendly way.

After breakfast at the lodge check out and leave via the lodge boat back to Maputo Marina where you will be transferred to the Maputo International Airport. Fly from Maputo to Johannesburg's O.R. Tambo International airport where you will board your flight home.

Situated in unquestionably one of the best game viewing areas in Africa, Inyati Game Lodge offers you the ultimate experience combining wildlife and comfort. The Sabi Sand Reserve is home to the 'Big Five' (elephant, rhino, lion, leopard and buffalo), as well as cheetah, wild dog and hundreds of other species of animals, birds and plants indigenous to the area.

View Africa’s most impressive wildlife on morning and afternoon/evening game drives in open 4-wheel drive safari vehicles with expert guides and Shangaan trackers. Game drives traverse an area of 10 000 hectares (24 700 acres) and strict vehicle limits at sighting ensure the exclusivity of your game viewing experience.

Inyati has 3 family chalets, 4 standard chalets and 4 executive chalets. The chalets are all air-conditioned with an en-suite bathroom.

Inyati’s superbly positioned guest sitting and dining areas overlook the perennial Sand River, which provides a plentiful supply of water especially during the dry winter months. Other facilities include the Warthog Hollow bar, a swimming pool, air-conditioned gym and walk-in wine cellar. The traditional boma is used at night, (weather permitting) and is a truly memorable way to experience a safari evening under the African night sky.

Lukimbi Safari Lodge is a luxury safari lodge situated on a private concession in the southern portion of the Kruger National Park. The lodge features carved plaster panels showing intricate mystical creatures and African patterns, in a subtle yet extremely decorative way. The main buildings are linked together with open wooden decks, making the most of the view, as the lodge meanders along the banks of the river Lwakahle. The designer interior combines colours and specially created pieces artistically and imaginatively. The height of the lodge above the river provides viewing points with a feeling of safety. Meals are served at a variety of venues, so guests may enjoy breakfast in the bush, lunch round the pool and dinner on the candlelit wooden decks or around the campfire in the boma.

The raised walkways provide guests with easy access to their suites. 16 spacious suites combine luxury and modern African decor with private decks and river views. The suites all have a sense of space. The rooms seems to stretch into the bush beyond, and the high windows bring the sky and the trees right into the room. Each suite has an en-suite bathroom with spacious bath, inside and outside shower and separate toilet. All have air-conditioning, fan, safe, gauzy, romantic mosquito nets, tea and coffee facilities and a mini bar. These rooms are large enough to share with young children and still enjoy the space.

Machangulo Beach Lodge is surrounded by three amazing nature reserves and two marine reserves. The tip of the Machangulo peninsula is literally “lands end” and provides a breathtaking setting. The lodge is intimate and secluded, yet just a one-hour boat ride from Maputo.

Featuring 17 luxurious rooms, a fully equipped activity centre and plenty of amazing spots to enjoy the unique views of the Indian Ocean and Inhaca Island.

The seven premium ocean view rooms are the pride and joy of Machangulo Beach Lodge. Perched up on a ridge overlooking the amazing scenery. Each room has a private deck, en suite bathroom, air conditioning, mini bar and many other luxury amenities

The two villas at Machangulo provide ultimate flexibility and privacy for groups, families and any types of booking configuration. The large and spacious villas feature two private en-suite rooms joined together by a central room. The central area of the Villa features a kitchen prep area, lounge, bar and dining area. The villa also features a pool. The villas are completely private and offer a home away from home luxury.

Close to the beach and intimately private the beach forest rooms at Machangulo Beach Lodge consist of eight rooms. These rooms are close together but only attached via wood decks. Beach Forest Rooms are ideal for groups or families.

Upon arrival at your safari lodge you are given a welcome drink and your safari experience will be explained to you by your lodge host. There will be time to settle in before afternoon High Tea followed by your first game drive. Game drives take place in the early morning and evening to ensure game viewing when animals are most active. Night game drives provide a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the predators, particularly the leopard for which this area is renowned. You return to your lodge in time for a sumptuous safari cuisine dinner. The next day after a light snack you are taken on a morning game drive. You return to the lodge for a grand brunch. There is time to relax around the sunny pool, do some bird-watching from the observation deck or read a book in the peace of your room’s private verandah. If you are feeling more active, you can go on a bush walk with your ranger. After High Tea you set off on another evening game drive, returning again in time for dinner. On your day of departure, you will do a morning game drive and will leave the lodge after brunch.

Lukimbi Safari Lodge is situated in the game rich, southern section of the world renowned Kruger National Park. Bounded by 3 major river systems, the extensive 15 000 hectare area offers a diverse array of habitats. Vast grasslands dominate the northern portion, whereas the southern and central areas are more heavily wooded and interspersed with lush riverine thickets.

This provides ideal habitat for large herds of zebra, wildebeest and other plains animals. White rhino enjoy the numerous pans and wallows, whilst the shyer and more elusive black rhino can be found in the more thickly wooded areas. Herds of buffalo roam through grasslands seeking the succulent grasses, before moving down to rivers to amble slowly through the reeds. Elephants can frequently be seen all over the concession and in the river in front of the lodge is a favourite place for them to spend hours at a time. Guests relaxing at the lodge pools can find themselves enthralled, watching elephant families equally enjoying their own pools, particularly if the families include endearing babies.

Where you find animals, you find the predators. Tracking lions in open vehicles is one of the most exciting things to do and guests will never forget the spine chilling and awesome sound of a lion roaring at close quarters. Leopards are also found at Lukimbi, more difficult to spot, but guests are rewarded with the sight of one of the most beautiful animals in the world. Twice-daily game drives are conducted in open vehicles, led by an experience field guide and local Shangaan tracker.

During daily walks, field guides will fascinate guests with information on the smaller reptiles and insects, which they might have missed on drives. Inquisitive giraffe frequently amuse guests on walks, as they watch the guests watching them, their long, luxuriant eyelashes never failing to charm. Lukimbi is a birders’ paradise, as there are over 420 species of birds to

The diverse biospheres surrounding Machangulo Beach Lodge teams with epic nature, waiting to be explored. What better way to do this than in a kayak? Paddling through the estuaries and the bays or even on the offshore reefs promises some amazing encounters with nature. If you are lucky, the dolphins might even come to say hi!
Featuring some stunning landscapes and unreal golden hours, the Machangulo Peninsula and Inhaca Island Bays provide a smorgasbord for photographers. From wildlife and birds to the Milky Way, the possibilities are endless.

An incredibly rich bird life surrounds Machangulo Beach Lodge all year round. From the Great White Pelicans to the majestic African Fish Eagle, the area provides ample opportunity for excellent birding. You can explore the bird life on foot, per boat, per kayak or even whilst lounging at the lodge. The area is classified as an important bird area by Bird Life International. If you are an avid birder or on a birding Safari in South Africa, Machangulo is the ideal place to come add to your list.

Santa Maria Village provides a great opportunity to experience local living by visiting this small village. Enjoy a scrumptious lunch at the local restaurant, Bemugi’s Place. Nested just behind the mangroves, the village is tiny and has a really authentic, non-tourist feel. Inhaca Island provides a wide array of activities to choose from.

This delightful island is home to only one village, aptly names Inhaca Village where some shops and restaurants can be found. The island has more of a tourist feel to it and has many more people than the Machangulo Area.