Excursion Mid-voyage land adventure: kruger national park exclusive safari getaway tour at Richards Bay

South Africa's first national park, Kruger National Park is one of the largest game reserves in Africa. Located in north-eastern South Africa, Kruger is home to a high density of wild animals, including the Big Five (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffaloes), hundreds of other mammal and wildlife species, and over 500 bird species. Mountains, bush plains and tropical forests round out this beautiful, expansive landscape. Your unforgettable ultra safari experience takes place in the Relais & Châteaux member and 5-star luxury lodge Jabulani, located in Kapama Private Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger Area of South Africa. The nearest commercial airport is Hoedspruit Airport, which is just a 30 minute game drive experience from the lodge. Recognised as one of South Africa’s most respected five-star safari lodges, the essence of Jabulani reaches far deeper than luxury and leisure – it reflects an exceptional twenty-year journey that began with a brave little elephant named Jabulani.

FULL TOUR DESCRIPTION

04MIDRCB-C: Kruger Exclusive Safari Getaway

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights

Departs from: Richards Bay, Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at approx 10.00am

Re-join ship: Port Elizabeth, Sunday, March 9, 2025 at approx 7.00pm

Reserve: At least 90 days prior to sailing

IMPORTANT NOTE:

This Silver Shore Mid-Land Adventure requires advance booking through Silversea Reservations no later than 90 days prior to the sail date. Requests received after this date may be accommodated on a space-available basis. Tickets are available in limited quantities, and participation cannot be guaranteed for those guests not booking well in advance. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this programme. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised, 90 - 0 days prior to the initial sailing date: 100% of the programme fare per person is due.

Payment-in-full is due within 120 days prior to sailing. Booking made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Silversea. Onboard Spending Credit may not be applied to the purchase of this programme.

All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable, and non-refundable, within 90 days of sailing. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. All Land Adventures are owned by independent contractors, and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Land Adventures may be modified by the operators at their sole discretion.

VISA and VACCINATION:

Please check with your travel professional for details regarding visa and vaccination requirements. It is the responsibility of each guest to obtain all appropriate visas and vaccinations before cruising.

LOCAL CURRENCY:

The local currency is the South African Rand; However, Euros and US Dollars are well-accepted by most vendors; local ATMs are available in some locations visited, and credit cards are accepted at most larger shops and hotels (there is no shopping stop planned during the program).

Experience an incredibly diverse array of wildlife and bird species and unrivelled hospitality at one of Africa's largest game reserves during this exclusive, four-night safari excursion to a game reserve in the Kruger National Park area.

DAY ONE - Wednesday, March 5, 2025 - Richards Bay/Hoedspruit Airport/Jabulani Relais & Châteaux

Charter Flight to Hoedspruit Airport, Greater Kruger Area

Depart Richards Bay Harbour for the approximately 20-minute transfer to Richards Bay Airport for your chartered, approximately 3-hour flight to Hoedespruit Airport in Greater Kruger Area, South Africa.

Transfer to Jabulani Jabulani Relais & Châteaux 5* Luxury Lodge

Upon arrival at the airport, board your coach for the approximately 60-minute transfer to the lodge.

Jabulani Relais & Châteaux Relais & Châteaux 5* Luxury Lodge

The style and ambience of Jabulani resonate with that of a classic safari lodge, refined with a fresh and modish touch. The main area features an elegant dining room and lounge that lead to an outside wooden deck lying beneath the shade of Leadwood trees – the ideal setting to enjoy an alfresco lunch while overlooking the waterhole. Jabulani's signature suspension bridge stretches gracefully over the river bed, connecting to the six Jabulani suites, Villa Somopane and Zindoga Villa.

Exclusive Luxury Suites

Designed with pure relaxation and intimacy in mind, the Jabulani suites are as discrete in positioning as they are lavished in detail. Each suite opens up to a private oasis set in the African bush. A crystal blue plunge pool with views over the riverbed below is complemented by a generous wooden deck, purely for your leisurely pleasure.

Check-in at the Jabulani Relais & Châteaux, afternoon tea and a game-drive

Upon arrival at the Jabulani Relais & Châteaux , proceed for check-in, then gather for afternoon tea before departing in open-air, 4WD safari vehicles for a game-drive in search of Africa's Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhinos, and buffalo), along with many other wildlife and bird species. Following your afternoon game drive, enjoy a delectable dinner and some well deserved rest.

Dinner & Overnight accommodations in a Luxury Suite at the Jabulani Relais & Châteaux 5* Luxury Lodge

DAY TWO, THREE & FOUR - Thursday - Saturday, March 6, 2025 - March 8, 2025- Jabulani Lodge, Kapama Private Game Reserve, Kruger National Park

Early-morning game-drive

Depart the lodge with skilled rangers aboard custom-built safari vehicles for an early-morning game-drive. Along the way, the rangers guide your search for awe-inspiring encounters with Africa's Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes), along with many other wildlife and bird species.

Breakfast and time at your leisure

Following your game-drive, return to the lodge for breakfast. After breakfast, the remainder of the morning is at your leisure to relax and enjoy your surrounds.

Lunch, afternoon tea and game-drive

After lunch, gather for afternoon tea before departing in custom built safari vehicles for an afternoon game-drive, the best time to see many of the animals at their most active.

Sundowners and light snacks in the bush

Following your game-drive, sundowners and light snacks are served at a clearing in the bush, with the possibility of viewing several nocturnal wildlife species before returning to the lodge.

Following your game-drive, return to the lodge to freshen-up before dinner.

Boma Dinner Under the Stars (weather permitting)

A South African safari experience is simply not complete without an elegant Boma evening – a local traditional dinner enjoyed under the stars, in candlelight, and prepared on open-flames by our passionate chefs. The original term Boma refers to a space that would be used as a holding area for animals that needed to acclimatise to a new environment. In modern safari lodge terms, a Boma dinner refers to a magical setting around a fire where guests gather to share a hearty traditional meal in good company and with good wine.

Dinner & Overnight accommodations in a Luxury Suite at the Jabulani Relais & Châteaux

DAY FIVE - Sunday, March 9, 2025 - Jabulani Relais & Châteaux / Port Elizabeth via Johannesburg

Final game-drive, breakfast and a transfer to Hoedspruit for your scheduled commercial flight to Port Elizabeth via Johannesburg

Embark on a final, early-morning game-drive followed by check-out and a transfer to Hoedspruit Airport. Alternatively, you may opt for a leisurely breakfast, check-out and a transfer to Hoedspruit Airport.

Scheduled flight Hoedspruit Airport/Johannesburg/Port Elizabeth and a transfer to your ship

Upon conclusion of this one of a life time safari experience, transfer to Hoedspruit airport to board your scheduled approximately 1-hour connecting flight to Johannesburg Flight n 4Z872 FlyAirlink or similar. Next, board your approximately 2-hour flight to Port Elizabeth (Flight n 4Z785 FlyAirlink or similar). Upon arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport you are met and transferred to the harbour.

Please note: This Mid-Voyage Land Adventure involves an extensive amount of off-road driving and a moderate amount of walking, at times over uneven, bumpy, slippery and natural surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and open-air, 4WD safari vehicles, and at the sites visited. This tour is recommended for active guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, insect repellent, a light jacket, camera, and any necessary medication from the ship; a light jacket is recommended for early-morning game-drives. This is a malaria-risk area; please make sure the necessary medication has been taken. Guests must carry their passports. The open-air, 4WD safari vehicles utilised on this tour are not covered, and guests are therefore exposed to the elements. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, animal sightings are not guaranteed. Due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife on the Game Reserve, the programme contents and sequence are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Programme Includes:

- Four-night stay in a Luxury Suite at Jabulani Relais & Châteaux

- Charter Flight: Richards Bay/Hoedspruit

- Scheduled flights: Hoedspriut/Port Elizabeth via Johannesburg (FlyAirlink or similar). Business-Class is available upon request at an additional charge and subject to availability, as most aircraft do not offer business seating

- An all-inclusive experience and all meals and snacks are included during your stay, as well as a a selection            of beverages.

- Guide services

- Transfers to / from the airport;

- Afternoon tea

- Sundowners and light snacks in the bush (weather-permitting)

- Boma dinner (weather-permitting)

- Morning and afternoon game drives in customed - built safari vehicles with experienced rangers;

Not Included:

Any meals and drinks not specified above, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance and other personal items.