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Duration
7 days
Style
Highlights
Northern Drakensberg
Nambiti Game Reserve
South Africa – 7-day Classic Drakensberg & Safari Adventure – Tailored Self-drive
From $1,675
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Itinerary
Northern Drakensberg, South Africa
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Montusi Mountain Lodge
Day 1 - 4
Montusi Mountain Lodge is a family owned and run establishment in one of the most beautiful locations in the world. With expansive views of the spectacular Amphitheatre Mountain, the lodge is perfectly situated on the large conservation estate to maximise Space, Comfort and Peace. Guests enjoy the quiet serenity of the mountains while exploring their natural environment on foot, mountain bike or horse. The hiking and running trails, horse-riding stables and tennis court offer great adventures for the active, while the comfy outdoor couches and indigenous gardens offer more sedentary folk astounding views and excellent bird-watching. The large swimming pool invites hot hikers and dozy sun-bathers for a bracing dip in the sunshine.
Day 1
Day Notes:
Collect your hire car from the Johannesburg Airport and drive to the Northern Drakensburg. Check into Montusi Mountain Lodge, which will be your home for the next 3 nights. Depending on what time you arrive, you can enjoy a scenic walk, explore rock pools or relax by the pool or library or pool, and take in the stunning Drakensberg views. After dark, you will enjoy a scrumptious dinner at the lodge.
Driving time: ~4 hours
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Self Drive from OR Tambo International Airport [JNB] to Montusi Mountain Lodge
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Check-in to Montusi Mountain Lodge
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Explore rock pools, take a scenic walk or relax by the pool
Day 2 - 3
Day Notes:
Explore waterfalls and rock pools, go for scenic guided walks to Montusi Peak, Bushman Cave (with paintings), and Waterfall Cave or go on a self-guided walking trail. There is mountain-biking on network trails for all levels, horse riding, fly fishing, and bird watching. Relaxation activities available are swimming, playing tennis, picnics, spa massages, and even yoga, with nearby adventures like zip-lining also available for adrenaline seekers.
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Day at leisure to explore the Northern Drakensberg
Nambiti Game Reserve, South Africa
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Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge
Day 4 - 7
Nambiti Plains is an exclusive, intimate 5* Lodge in the heart of the malaria free Nambiti Game Reserve. Offering a private bush experience where Africa meets unpretentious luxury in an earthy environment. The reserve consists of 22 000 acres of pristine nature – including an abundance of natural water and beautiful waterfalls making it a unique sanctuary. Game viewing include amongst others the Big 5 and Cheetah as well as several rare bird species such as the Crowned Cranes and Secretary Birds. Rooms imitate the wide-open space of the plains in front of the lodge and the décor tie into the natural environment. Each room is spacious, stylish and uncluttered, with the highlight the private decks with views stretching over the plains and waterholes! The Lodge boasts big stone fireplaces for winter and a tucked away swimming pool for summer months where you will frequently see the elephant herd coming to drink. Not being fenced in offer you the opportunity to walk side by side with wildlife such as nyalas or zebra – a true bush experience. ONLY 3 1/2 HOURS DRIVE FROM DURBAN AND 4 1/2 HOURS DRIVE FROM JOHANNESBURG
Day 4
Day Notes:
After breakfast, check out of Montusi Mountain Lodge and take a drive to Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge in Nambiti Game Reserve, which will be your home for the next 3 nights. After settling in at the lodge you will go out on your first shared afternoon game drive, and then come back to the lodge after the game drive for dinner.
Driving time: ~3 hours
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Check-out from Montusi Mountain Lodge
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Check-in to Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge
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Self Drive from Montusi Mountain Lodge to Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge
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Shared afternoon game drive
Day 5 - 6
Day Notes:
Wake up before dawn for the morning game drive, starting at sunrise. Savour a hot coffee and an early-morning snack before boarding the safari vehicle and departing the lodge in search of animals. Spend 3 hours traversing the bush and looking out for wildlife before they retreat to the shelter of a tree in the heat of the day.
After returning to the lodge for a delectable hot breakfast, you’ll have time to relax and unwind, surrounded by serene African wilderness. Lounge at the pool, delve into a captivating book, have a blissful nap, or simply soak up the sights, sounds and scents of nature.
Afternoon tea is served before your next game drive, departing around 3:30 - 4:30 pm, depending on the time of year. Dinner is served before you settle in for the night to the symphony of the wild.
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Shared morning and afternoon game drive
Day 7
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Shared morning game drive
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Check-out from Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge
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Self Drive from Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge to King Shaka International Airport [DUR]
End of Itinerary
Destinations
Northern Drakensberg
Nambiti Game Reserve
Accommodations
Montusi Mountain Lodge
Nambiti Plains Private Game Lodge
January - September 2026
- Per person sharing: ZAR 32,065
- Single traveller: ZAR 45,490
- Solo traveller: ZAR 47,825
- Per child sharing with 2 adults, 8-12 years*: ZAR 19,680
- Per child sharing with 2 adults, 13-19 years*: ZAR 27,180
1 October - 10 December 2026
- Per person sharing: ZAR 33,085
- Single traveller: ZAR 46,930
- Solo traveller: ZAR 49,265
- Per child sharing with 2 adults, 8-12 years*: ZAR 20,190
- Per child sharing with 2 adults, 13-19 years*: ZAR 27,945
11 December 2026 - 30 September 2027
- Per person sharing: ZAR 34,420
- Single traveller: ZAR 48,865
- Solo traveller: ZAR 51,430
- Per child sharing with 2 adults, 8-12 years*: ZAR 21,690
- Per child sharing with 2 adults, 13-19 years*: ZAR 29,145
*A supplement may apply to families travelling with more than 1 child, as a bigger vehicle may be needed
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