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South Africa – 4-day Timbavati Safari with Motswari – Tailored Driven

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South Africa – 4-day Timbavati Safari with Motswari – Tailored Driven

From $1,390
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Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris
South Africa
Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris
South Africa
Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris

Includes

Return transfer Hoedspruit - Motswari
3 nights' accommodation on all-inclusive basis
2 daily, shared safari activities
Park fees

Excludes

Flights
Premium drinks
Activities not mentioned
Gratuities - we recommend ZAR 180 per person/day per guide and for lodge staff
Entry visa
Travel insurance
Increase in government tax and park fees

Itinerary

South Africa, South Africa

One of the most culturally and geographically diverse places on earth, South Africa, fondly known by locals as the 'Rainbow Nation', boasts 11 official languages, and its inhabitants are influenced by a fascinating mix of cultures. Discover the gourmet restaurants, impressive art scene, vibrant nightlife, and beautiful beaches of Cape Town. Enjoy a local braai (barbecue) in the Soweto township, browse the bustling Indian markets in Durban, or sample some of the world's finest wines at the myriad wine estates dotting the Cape Winelands. Some historical attractions to explore include the Zululand battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal, the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, and Robben Island, just off the coast of Cape Town. Above all else, its untamed wilderness is astonishing: wildlife roams freely across massive unfenced game reserves such as the world-famous Kruger National Park.
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  • Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris

    Day 1 - 4

    Step off the beaten path and into the untamed wilderness on a walking safari. Follow ancient animal trails, feel the grounding connection with the earth beneath your feet, and let the soothing rustle of leaves calm your mind. Each step immerses you in the healing energy of nature, rejuvenating your soul and deepening your connection to the heart of the wild.
    Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris
    Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris
    Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris
    Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris
    Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris
    Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris
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Day 1

Day Notes:

You will be picked up at Hoedspruit Airport and taken to Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, where you will stay for the next 3 nights at Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris. Check in and then go out on your first shared afternoon game drive (time permitting).

Transfer time: ~95 minutes

  • Transfer from Hoedspruit - Eastgate Airport [HDS] to Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris

  • Check-in to Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 2 - 3

Day Notes:

The morning starts with a walking safari at sunrise. You will be woken up before sunrise for tea and coffee before the game drive starts. Then you are off on your walk for 4-5 hours to find as many animals as possible before they all find trees to hide under in the heat of the day.

When you return to the lodge, you will be served a big cooked breakfast and have time to rest. You can sit by the pool, read a book, take a nap and just absorb being out in the bush.

The afternoon game drive will start at around 15:00 - 16:00, after lunch. It will last for between 2-3 hours, with a stop somewhere for sundowners. You will return to the lodge to freshen up and get ready for dinner and relaxation time.

  • Shared morning and afternoon safari activities

Day 4
  • Shared morning walking safari

  • Check-out from Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris

  • Transfer from Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris to Hoedspruit - Eastgate Airport [HDS]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

South Africa
South Africa
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South Africa

One of the most culturally and geographically diverse places on earth, South Africa, fondly known by locals as the 'Rainbow Nation', boasts 11 official languages, and its inhabitants are influenced by a fascinating mix of cultures.

Accommodations

Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris
South Africa
Day 1-4

Motswari African Retreat & Walking Safaris

Step off the beaten path and into the untamed wilderness on a walking safari.

6 January - 28 February 2026 - INCLUDES 1 FREE NIGHT

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 16,630
  • Single traveller: ZAR 22,505
  • Solo traveller: ZAR 25,120
  • Per child sharing, 6-11 years: ZAR 6,965*

March - October 2026 - INCLUDES 1 FREE NIGHT

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 21,080
  • Single traveller: ZAR 29,180
  • Solo traveller: ZAR 31,795
  • Per child sharing, 6-11 years: ZAR 9,190*

November 2026, 20 December 2026 - 5 January 2027, March - October 2027

  • Per person sharing: ZAR  31,615
  • Single traveller: ZAR 44,985
  • Solo traveller: ZAR 47,600
  • Per child sharing, 6-11 years: ZAR 14,460*

1-19 December 2026 & 6 January - 28 February 2027

  • Per person sharing: ZAR  24,265
  • Single traveller: ZAR 34,110
  • Solo traveller: ZAR 36,725
  • Per child sharing, 6-11 years: ZAR 10,785*

*For families with more than 1 child there will be a small transfer supplement, because a bigger car has to be booked

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