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South Africa – 3-day Greater Kruger Safari with Chacma Bush Camp – Private accommodated

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Balule Private Game Reserve

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Balule Private Game Reserve

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South Africa – 3-day Greater Kruger Safari with Chacma Bush Camp – Private accommodated

From $620
Chacma Bush Camp
Balule Private Game Reserve
Chacma Bush Camp
Chacma Bush Camp
Chacma Bush Camp
Chacma Bush Camp

Includes

Transfers from/to Hoedspruit Airport
2 nights accommodation on an all-inclusive basis
2 daily, shared safari activities
Park fees

Excludes

Flights
Premium and imported drinks
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

Balule Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Situated in the Limpopo Province and forming part of the Greater Kruger National Park in northeastern South Africa, the Balule Private Game Reserve is known for its abundant free-roaming wildlife, fascinating birdlife and is home to the renowned Big Five, which includes lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard. While the big game is the undoubtable highlight of the reserve, visitors can also look forward to spotting an array of other African wildlife such as a variety of buck, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest and over 250 bird species living amongst the savannah, riverine forest and wooded mountains. Other popular activities include: boating down the Olifants River on an exciting water safari, visiting a cultural village, or horse riding, white water rafting and hot air ballooning through this spectacular landscape.
Balule Private Game Reserve
Balule Private Game Reserve
Balule Private Game Reserve
Balule Private Game Reserve
Balule Private Game Reserve
Balule Private Game Reserve
  • Chacma Bush Camp

    Day 1 - 3

    Chacma Bush Camp is a family-friendly camp located in Maseke Balule Game Reserve. There are three chalets at Chacma Bush Camp, constructed from a mix of stone and natural boulders. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, an en-suite bathroom with a shower, high-thread-count linens and the highest quality mattresses to ensure a comfortable stay. The lodge itself sleeps up to 10 people and children over five are welcome. Guests can enjoy the views of a small waterhole where elephant herds usually stop by for a drink. Guests also have the option of enjoying a combination of outdoor activities and taking advantage of the lodge facilities.
    Chacma Bush Camp
    Chacma Bush Camp
    Chacma Bush Camp
    Chacma Bush Camp
    Chacma Bush Camp
    Chacma Bush Camp
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Day 1

Day Notes:

When you land at Hoedspruit Airport, you will be collected and transferred to Chacma Bush Camp. When you arrive, have some lunch, and then get ready for your first shared afternoon game drive.

Transfer time: ~2 hours

  • Transfer from Hoedspruit - Eastgate Airport [HDS] to Chacma Bush Camp

  • Check-in to Chacma Bush Camp

  • Shared afternoon game drive

Day 2

Day Notes:

The morning game drive starts at sunrise. You will be woken up before sunrise for tea and coffee before the game drive starts. Then you are off for 3 hours to find as many animals as possible before they all find trees to hide under in the heat of the day.

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

You will go on an afternoon game drive and then you will return to the lodge for dinner.

  • Shared morning and afternoon game drive

Day 3
  • Shared morning game drive

  • Check-out from Chacma Bush Camp

  • Transfer from Chacma Bush Camp to Hoedspruit - Eastgate Airport [HDS]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

Balule Private Game Reserve
South Africa
Day 1-2

Balule Private Game Reserve

Situated in the Limpopo Province and forming part of the Greater Kruger National Park in northeastern South Africa, the Balule Private Game Reserve is known for its abundant free-roaming wildlife, fascinating birdlife and is home to the renowned Big Five, which includes lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, and leopard.

Accommodations

Chacma Bush Camp
Balule Private Game Reserve
Day 1-3

Chacma Bush Camp

Chacma Bush Camp is a family-friendly camp located in Maseke Balule Game Reserve.

July - December 2025

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 15,590
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
  • Solo traveller: ZAR 18,090
  • Per child sharing, 5-11 years: ZAR 6,955*

January - December 2026

  • Per person sharing: ZAR 15,840
  • NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
  • Solo traveller: ZAR 18,590
  • Per child sharing, 5-11 years: ZAR 6,955*

 

*There may be a supplement for families travelling with more than 1 child if a bigger vehicle has to be booked

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