Entabeni • Big 5 Safari
Quick facts
About
Amenities
Limpopo, South Africa
5 or 7 nights
fr €3,195
Specific dates
At least 2 and a maximum of 8 people in the group
Mobile safari
Riding level: 3 – 5
Maximum weight: 95 kg
Johannesburg International Airport
Quick facts
About
Amenities
Limpopo, South Africa
5 or 7 nights
fr €3,195
Specific dates
At least 2 and a maximum of 8 people in the group
Mobile safari
Riding level: 3 – 5
Maximum weight: 95 kg
Johannesburg International Airport
Quick facts
About
Amenities
Limpopo, South Africa
5 or 7 nights
fr €3,195
Specific dates
At least 2 and a maximum of 8 people in the group
Mobile safari
Riding level: 3 – 5
Maximum weight: 95 kg
Johannesburg International Airport
Accommodation
On this safari, you will stay in three different accommodations – a stationary camp, a mobile fly camp, and a 5-star lodge.
Wildside Tented Camp
Fly Camp
Kingfisher Lodge
Wildside Tented Camp is located on the lower escarpment and offers a classic safari experience close to nature. Here you stay in individual tented chalets with private bathrooms, placed beneath the trees and designed to blend in with the bush. The accommodation is simple yet comfortable, focusing on proximity to the surroundings rather than luxury. The communal areas consist of an open lounge and bar space as well as a boma where the fire is lit in the evenings. It is here that the days are summed up, stories are shared, and the sounds of the bush take over as darkness falls. The nights are spent with wildlife as a backdrop – sometimes at a distance, sometimes closer – giving a genuine feeling of being right in the reserve.
Wildside Tented Camp
Fly Camp
Kingfisher Lodge
Wildside Tented Camp is located on the lower escarpment and offers a classic safari experience close to nature. Here you stay in individual tented chalets with private bathrooms, placed beneath the trees and designed to blend in with the bush. The accommodation is simple yet comfortable, focusing on proximity to the surroundings rather than luxury. The communal areas consist of an open lounge and bar space as well as a boma where the fire is lit in the evenings. It is here that the days are summed up, stories are shared, and the sounds of the bush take over as darkness falls. The nights are spent with wildlife as a backdrop – sometimes at a distance, sometimes closer – giving a genuine feeling of being right in the reserve.
Wildside Tented Camp
Fly Camp
Kingfisher Lodge
Wildside Tented Camp is located on the lower escarpment and offers a classic safari experience close to nature. Here you stay in individual tented chalets with private bathrooms, placed beneath the trees and designed to blend in with the bush. The accommodation is simple yet comfortable, focusing on proximity to the surroundings rather than luxury. The communal areas consist of an open lounge and bar space as well as a boma where the fire is lit in the evenings. It is here that the days are summed up, stories are shared, and the sounds of the bush take over as darkness falls. The nights are spent with wildlife as a backdrop – sometimes at a distance, sometimes closer – giving a genuine feeling of being right in the reserve.
Wildside Tented Camp
Fly Camp
Kingfisher Lodge
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
7 nights
The itinerary serves as a guideline. Changes may occur due to the movement of game, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. Any adjustments made will always be with the safety and best interests of the safari experience in mind.
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport where you will be met for transfer to Entabeni Private Game Reserve, a journey that takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival at the camp, lunch will be served, and you will receive an introduction to the safari and the days ahead. In the afternoon, your first game drive in the reserve awaits, with the possibility of seeing the Big Five. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Wildside Tented Camp
Breakfast is served early before you head to the stable for an introductory ride. After that, you ride into the reserve and continue for about 2.5 hours before stopping for a bush lunch by a pond, served from the accompanying vehicle. After lunch, you continue riding for another approximately 2.5 hours before returning to camp to rest and refresh. In the afternoon, you go out on another game drive for more wildlife encounters. Dinner is served in the evening, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 3
Fly Camp
The day begins with an early game drive followed by breakfast. The riding starts later in the morning when the temperature rises and wildlife moves more slowly. You ride through the lower escarpment and then begin the climb up the Yellowwood Escarpment and towards the upper escarpment – this is the steepest man-made road to be found in Southern Africa. Parts of the route are done on foot while the horses are led. Lunch is served by natural rock pools, with the opportunity for swimming during the summer months. After continuing riding, you reach the upper escarpment where the landscape opens up. Arrival at the fly camp occurs in the afternoon after about 4.5 hours on horseback and around 40 minutes on foot. Welcome drinks are served by the fire, followed by dinner and overnight stay in the fly camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set out on a ride lasting about 2.5 hours, accompanied by the sunrise, to a viewpoint high above the reserve, while the bush awakens around you. After returning to the fly camp, breakfast and time for rest await. Lunch is served in the middle of the day, followed by another 2.5-hour afternoon ride in the upper escarpment. The evening concludes with a three-course dinner by candlelight and conversations around the fire.
Day 5
Fly Camp
After breakfast, you will ride for approximately three hours through technical terrain with rock formations and pass ponds where hippos like to reside. A bush lunch is served in the middle of the day before the riding continues for a few more hours. You will return to the fly camp in the afternoon, with time to rest before another three-course dinner is served around the fire. The third and final night at the fly camp.
Day 6
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, you bid farewell to the fly camp and ride for about three hours to the luxurious Kingfisher Lodge. Upon arrival, lunch is served at the lodge, where relaxation awaits after several days in the saddle. The afternoon can be spent by the pool or with a pre-booked massage before you set out on a game drive. Dinner is served at the lodge, sometimes in a boma, followed by an overnight stay.
Day 7
Wildside Tented Camp
Early breakfast before the riding starts at Hippo Boma, near the lodge, and continues from 09:00 to around 13:00. You ride down the escarpment and cross both the upper and lower escarpment on horseback today. The descent involves some walking but is less strenuous than the climb up. Upon arrival at Wildside, lunch is served, followed by an afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 8
Departure
Depending on flight times, there is the possibility of a last morning game drive. After breakfast, there will be an approximately two-hour farewell ride on the lower escarpment, near the stables, with nice sandy tracks that allow for a higher tempo as a conclusion. After the ride, there is time to freshen up before the transfer back to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Departure usually occurs around 1:00 PM, with adjustments made if necessary according to flight times.
Programme
5 nights (itinerary for 2027)
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Meet and airport pick-up followed by transfer to Wildside Tented Camp. You arrive in time for lunch, meet your guide and receive a briefing on the week ahead. After lunch, your first game drive awaits, with a chance to see the Big Five from the vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Fly Camp
The day begins with a game drive at 06:00, followed by breakfast at 09:00. Riding starts a little later today, when the lions are usually less active. At 10:00, you ride through the lower escarpment and up the steep Yellowwood Escarpment. Some walking on foot is required, but a vehicle follows the group for anyone who prefers to ride up. Lunch is served at the rock pools, with the opportunity for a dip. Afterwards, the ride continues through varied scenery and open plains filled with wildlife. You arrive at Fly Camp at around 15:30 after approximately 4.5 hours of riding and about 40 minutes on foot along southern Africa's steepest man-made road. Welcome drinks and views over the bush await on arrival. Comfortable shoes and chaps are recommended for this day. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 3
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set off on a sunrise ride of around 2.5 hours to a spectacular viewpoint high above the reserve. You ride out in the dark as the bush awakens around you. Back at Fly Camp, a generous breakfast awaits. Afterwards, there is time to relax and hopefully see animals moving close to camp. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by another approximately 2.5-hour afternoon ride along the upper escarpment. The evening ends with a three-course dinner by candlelight, drinks around the fire and stories from the day's experiences. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
After breakfast, a morning ride of around 3 hours awaits, with slightly more technical riding through rock formations and past dams where hippos can sometimes be seen. Bush lunch is served between 12:30 and 13:30 before the ride continues until around 15:30. Back at camp, there is time to freshen up before another three-course dinner is served by candlelight. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 5
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, the staff usually say farewell with song and dance before you leave Fly Camp. With your luggage ready, you ride for around 3 hours to Kingfisher Lodge. You arrive in time for lunch at the five-star lodge, where a little extra comfort awaits after several days in the saddle. Relax by the private pool or pre-book a massage before the afternoon game drive. Dinner is served back at the lodge, possibly in the boma. Overnight at Kingfisher Lodge.
Day 6
Departure
After an early breakfast, the logistics team takes care of your luggage. You meet the horses at Hippo Boma, a short walk from the rooms, and ride between 07:30 and 11:30 down the escarpments through both the upper and lower parts of the reserve. The descent also involves some walking on foot, but it is less demanding than the uphill route and therefore everyone is recommended to walk this section rather than use a vehicle. For those who need transport, this can be booked in advance. On arrival at the lower escarpment, day rooms are available for showering and changing, and lunch can be pre-booked before departure. The transfer usually leaves between 13:00 and 13:30, arriving at the airport at around 16:30 for the onward flight.
Programme
5 nights (itinerary for 2027)
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Meet and airport pick-up followed by transfer to Wildside Tented Camp. You arrive in time for lunch, meet your guide and receive a briefing on the week ahead. After lunch, your first game drive awaits, with a chance to see the Big Five from the vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Fly Camp
The day begins with a game drive at 06:00, followed by breakfast at 09:00. Riding starts a little later today, when the lions are usually less active. At 10:00, you ride through the lower escarpment and up the steep Yellowwood Escarpment. Some walking on foot is required, but a vehicle follows the group for anyone who prefers to ride up. Lunch is served at the rock pools, with the opportunity for a dip. Afterwards, the ride continues through varied scenery and open plains filled with wildlife. You arrive at Fly Camp at around 15:30 after approximately 4.5 hours of riding and about 40 minutes on foot along southern Africa's steepest man-made road. Welcome drinks and views over the bush await on arrival. Comfortable shoes and chaps are recommended for this day. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 3
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set off on a sunrise ride of around 2.5 hours to a spectacular viewpoint high above the reserve. You ride out in the dark as the bush awakens around you. Back at Fly Camp, a generous breakfast awaits. Afterwards, there is time to relax and hopefully see animals moving close to camp. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by another approximately 2.5-hour afternoon ride along the upper escarpment. The evening ends with a three-course dinner by candlelight, drinks around the fire and stories from the day's experiences. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
After breakfast, a morning ride of around 3 hours awaits, with slightly more technical riding through rock formations and past dams where hippos can sometimes be seen. Bush lunch is served between 12:30 and 13:30 before the ride continues until around 15:30. Back at camp, there is time to freshen up before another three-course dinner is served by candlelight. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 5
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, the staff usually say farewell with song and dance before you leave Fly Camp. With your luggage ready, you ride for around 3 hours to Kingfisher Lodge. You arrive in time for lunch at the five-star lodge, where a little extra comfort awaits after several days in the saddle. Relax by the private pool or pre-book a massage before the afternoon game drive. Dinner is served back at the lodge, possibly in the boma. Overnight at Kingfisher Lodge.
Day 6
Departure
After an early breakfast, the logistics team takes care of your luggage. You meet the horses at Hippo Boma, a short walk from the rooms, and ride between 07:30 and 11:30 down the escarpments through both the upper and lower parts of the reserve. The descent also involves some walking on foot, but it is less demanding than the uphill route and therefore everyone is recommended to walk this section rather than use a vehicle. For those who need transport, this can be booked in advance. On arrival at the lower escarpment, day rooms are available for showering and changing, and lunch can be pre-booked before departure. The transfer usually leaves between 13:00 and 13:30, arriving at the airport at around 16:30 for the onward flight.
Programme
5 nights (itinerary for 2027)
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Meet and airport pick-up followed by transfer to Wildside Tented Camp. You arrive in time for lunch, meet your guide and receive a briefing on the week ahead. After lunch, your first game drive awaits, with a chance to see the Big Five from the vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Fly Camp
The day begins with a game drive at 06:00, followed by breakfast at 09:00. Riding starts a little later today, when the lions are usually less active. At 10:00, you ride through the lower escarpment and up the steep Yellowwood Escarpment. Some walking on foot is required, but a vehicle follows the group for anyone who prefers to ride up. Lunch is served at the rock pools, with the opportunity for a dip. Afterwards, the ride continues through varied scenery and open plains filled with wildlife. You arrive at Fly Camp at around 15:30 after approximately 4.5 hours of riding and about 40 minutes on foot along southern Africa's steepest man-made road. Welcome drinks and views over the bush await on arrival. Comfortable shoes and chaps are recommended for this day. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 3
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set off on a sunrise ride of around 2.5 hours to a spectacular viewpoint high above the reserve. You ride out in the dark as the bush awakens around you. Back at Fly Camp, a generous breakfast awaits. Afterwards, there is time to relax and hopefully see animals moving close to camp. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by another approximately 2.5-hour afternoon ride along the upper escarpment. The evening ends with a three-course dinner by candlelight, drinks around the fire and stories from the day's experiences. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
After breakfast, a morning ride of around 3 hours awaits, with slightly more technical riding through rock formations and past dams where hippos can sometimes be seen. Bush lunch is served between 12:30 and 13:30 before the ride continues until around 15:30. Back at camp, there is time to freshen up before another three-course dinner is served by candlelight. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 5
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, the staff usually say farewell with song and dance before you leave Fly Camp. With your luggage ready, you ride for around 3 hours to Kingfisher Lodge. You arrive in time for lunch at the five-star lodge, where a little extra comfort awaits after several days in the saddle. Relax by the private pool or pre-book a massage before the afternoon game drive. Dinner is served back at the lodge, possibly in the boma. Overnight at Kingfisher Lodge.
Day 6
Departure
After an early breakfast, the logistics team takes care of your luggage. You meet the horses at Hippo Boma, a short walk from the rooms, and ride between 07:30 and 11:30 down the escarpments through both the upper and lower parts of the reserve. The descent also involves some walking on foot, but it is less demanding than the uphill route and therefore everyone is recommended to walk this section rather than use a vehicle. For those who need transport, this can be booked in advance. On arrival at the lower escarpment, day rooms are available for showering and changing, and lunch can be pre-booked before departure. The transfer usually leaves between 13:00 and 13:30, arriving at the airport at around 16:30 for the onward flight.
Programme
5 nights (itinerary for 2027)
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Meet and airport pick-up followed by transfer to Wildside Tented Camp. You arrive in time for lunch, meet your guide and receive a briefing on the week ahead. After lunch, your first game drive awaits, with a chance to see the Big Five from the vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Fly Camp
The day begins with a game drive at 06:00, followed by breakfast at 09:00. Riding starts a little later today, when the lions are usually less active. At 10:00, you ride through the lower escarpment and up the steep Yellowwood Escarpment. Some walking on foot is required, but a vehicle follows the group for anyone who prefers to ride up. Lunch is served at the rock pools, with the opportunity for a dip. Afterwards, the ride continues through varied scenery and open plains filled with wildlife. You arrive at Fly Camp at around 15:30 after approximately 4.5 hours of riding and about 40 minutes on foot along southern Africa's steepest man-made road. Welcome drinks and views over the bush await on arrival. Comfortable shoes and chaps are recommended for this day. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 3
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set off on a sunrise ride of around 2.5 hours to a spectacular viewpoint high above the reserve. You ride out in the dark as the bush awakens around you. Back at Fly Camp, a generous breakfast awaits. Afterwards, there is time to relax and hopefully see animals moving close to camp. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by another approximately 2.5-hour afternoon ride along the upper escarpment. The evening ends with a three-course dinner by candlelight, drinks around the fire and stories from the day's experiences. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
After breakfast, a morning ride of around 3 hours awaits, with slightly more technical riding through rock formations and past dams where hippos can sometimes be seen. Bush lunch is served between 12:30 and 13:30 before the ride continues until around 15:30. Back at camp, there is time to freshen up before another three-course dinner is served by candlelight. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 5
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, the staff usually say farewell with song and dance before you leave Fly Camp. With your luggage ready, you ride for around 3 hours to Kingfisher Lodge. You arrive in time for lunch at the five-star lodge, where a little extra comfort awaits after several days in the saddle. Relax by the private pool or pre-book a massage before the afternoon game drive. Dinner is served back at the lodge, possibly in the boma. Overnight at Kingfisher Lodge.
Day 6
Departure
After an early breakfast, the logistics team takes care of your luggage. You meet the horses at Hippo Boma, a short walk from the rooms, and ride between 07:30 and 11:30 down the escarpments through both the upper and lower parts of the reserve. The descent also involves some walking on foot, but it is less demanding than the uphill route and therefore everyone is recommended to walk this section rather than use a vehicle. For those who need transport, this can be booked in advance. On arrival at the lower escarpment, day rooms are available for showering and changing, and lunch can be pre-booked before departure. The transfer usually leaves between 13:00 and 13:30, arriving at the airport at around 16:30 for the onward flight.
Programme
5 nights (itinerary for 2027)
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Meet and airport pick-up followed by transfer to Wildside Tented Camp. You arrive in time for lunch, meet your guide and receive a briefing on the week ahead. After lunch, your first game drive awaits, with a chance to see the Big Five from the vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Fly Camp
The day begins with a game drive at 06:00, followed by breakfast at 09:00. Riding starts a little later today, when the lions are usually less active. At 10:00, you ride through the lower escarpment and up the steep Yellowwood Escarpment. Some walking on foot is required, but a vehicle follows the group for anyone who prefers to ride up. Lunch is served at the rock pools, with the opportunity for a dip. Afterwards, the ride continues through varied scenery and open plains filled with wildlife. You arrive at Fly Camp at around 15:30 after approximately 4.5 hours of riding and about 40 minutes on foot along southern Africa's steepest man-made road. Welcome drinks and views over the bush await on arrival. Comfortable shoes and chaps are recommended for this day. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 3
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set off on a sunrise ride of around 2.5 hours to a spectacular viewpoint high above the reserve. You ride out in the dark as the bush awakens around you. Back at Fly Camp, a generous breakfast awaits. Afterwards, there is time to relax and hopefully see animals moving close to camp. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by another approximately 2.5-hour afternoon ride along the upper escarpment. The evening ends with a three-course dinner by candlelight, drinks around the fire and stories from the day's experiences. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
After breakfast, a morning ride of around 3 hours awaits, with slightly more technical riding through rock formations and past dams where hippos can sometimes be seen. Bush lunch is served between 12:30 and 13:30 before the ride continues until around 15:30. Back at camp, there is time to freshen up before another three-course dinner is served by candlelight. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 5
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, the staff usually say farewell with song and dance before you leave Fly Camp. With your luggage ready, you ride for around 3 hours to Kingfisher Lodge. You arrive in time for lunch at the five-star lodge, where a little extra comfort awaits after several days in the saddle. Relax by the private pool or pre-book a massage before the afternoon game drive. Dinner is served back at the lodge, possibly in the boma. Overnight at Kingfisher Lodge.
Day 6
Departure
After an early breakfast, the logistics team takes care of your luggage. You meet the horses at Hippo Boma, a short walk from the rooms, and ride between 07:30 and 11:30 down the escarpments through both the upper and lower parts of the reserve. The descent also involves some walking on foot, but it is less demanding than the uphill route and therefore everyone is recommended to walk this section rather than use a vehicle. For those who need transport, this can be booked in advance. On arrival at the lower escarpment, day rooms are available for showering and changing, and lunch can be pre-booked before departure. The transfer usually leaves between 13:00 and 13:30, arriving at the airport at around 16:30 for the onward flight.
Programme
5 nights (itinerary for 2027)
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Meet and airport pick-up followed by transfer to Wildside Tented Camp. You arrive in time for lunch, meet your guide and receive a briefing on the week ahead. After lunch, your first game drive awaits, with a chance to see the Big Five from the vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Fly Camp
The day begins with a game drive at 06:00, followed by breakfast at 09:00. Riding starts a little later today, when the lions are usually less active. At 10:00, you ride through the lower escarpment and up the steep Yellowwood Escarpment. Some walking on foot is required, but a vehicle follows the group for anyone who prefers to ride up. Lunch is served at the rock pools, with the opportunity for a dip. Afterwards, the ride continues through varied scenery and open plains filled with wildlife. You arrive at Fly Camp at around 15:30 after approximately 4.5 hours of riding and about 40 minutes on foot along southern Africa's steepest man-made road. Welcome drinks and views over the bush await on arrival. Comfortable shoes and chaps are recommended for this day. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 3
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set off on a sunrise ride of around 2.5 hours to a spectacular viewpoint high above the reserve. You ride out in the dark as the bush awakens around you. Back at Fly Camp, a generous breakfast awaits. Afterwards, there is time to relax and hopefully see animals moving close to camp. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by another approximately 2.5-hour afternoon ride along the upper escarpment. The evening ends with a three-course dinner by candlelight, drinks around the fire and stories from the day's experiences. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
After breakfast, a morning ride of around 3 hours awaits, with slightly more technical riding through rock formations and past dams where hippos can sometimes be seen. Bush lunch is served between 12:30 and 13:30 before the ride continues until around 15:30. Back at camp, there is time to freshen up before another three-course dinner is served by candlelight. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 5
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, the staff usually say farewell with song and dance before you leave Fly Camp. With your luggage ready, you ride for around 3 hours to Kingfisher Lodge. You arrive in time for lunch at the five-star lodge, where a little extra comfort awaits after several days in the saddle. Relax by the private pool or pre-book a massage before the afternoon game drive. Dinner is served back at the lodge, possibly in the boma. Overnight at Kingfisher Lodge.
Day 6
Departure
After an early breakfast, the logistics team takes care of your luggage. You meet the horses at Hippo Boma, a short walk from the rooms, and ride between 07:30 and 11:30 down the escarpments through both the upper and lower parts of the reserve. The descent also involves some walking on foot, but it is less demanding than the uphill route and therefore everyone is recommended to walk this section rather than use a vehicle. For those who need transport, this can be booked in advance. On arrival at the lower escarpment, day rooms are available for showering and changing, and lunch can be pre-booked before departure. The transfer usually leaves between 13:00 and 13:30, arriving at the airport at around 16:30 for the onward flight.
Programme
5 nights (itinerary for 2027)
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Meet and airport pick-up followed by transfer to Wildside Tented Camp. You arrive in time for lunch, meet your guide and receive a briefing on the week ahead. After lunch, your first game drive awaits, with a chance to see the Big Five from the vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Fly Camp
The day begins with a game drive at 06:00, followed by breakfast at 09:00. Riding starts a little later today, when the lions are usually less active. At 10:00, you ride through the lower escarpment and up the steep Yellowwood Escarpment. Some walking on foot is required, but a vehicle follows the group for anyone who prefers to ride up. Lunch is served at the rock pools, with the opportunity for a dip. Afterwards, the ride continues through varied scenery and open plains filled with wildlife. You arrive at Fly Camp at around 15:30 after approximately 4.5 hours of riding and about 40 minutes on foot along southern Africa's steepest man-made road. Welcome drinks and views over the bush await on arrival. Comfortable shoes and chaps are recommended for this day. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 3
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set off on a sunrise ride of around 2.5 hours to a spectacular viewpoint high above the reserve. You ride out in the dark as the bush awakens around you. Back at Fly Camp, a generous breakfast awaits. Afterwards, there is time to relax and hopefully see animals moving close to camp. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by another approximately 2.5-hour afternoon ride along the upper escarpment. The evening ends with a three-course dinner by candlelight, drinks around the fire and stories from the day's experiences. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
After breakfast, a morning ride of around 3 hours awaits, with slightly more technical riding through rock formations and past dams where hippos can sometimes be seen. Bush lunch is served between 12:30 and 13:30 before the ride continues until around 15:30. Back at camp, there is time to freshen up before another three-course dinner is served by candlelight. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 5
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, the staff usually say farewell with song and dance before you leave Fly Camp. With your luggage ready, you ride for around 3 hours to Kingfisher Lodge. You arrive in time for lunch at the five-star lodge, where a little extra comfort awaits after several days in the saddle. Relax by the private pool or pre-book a massage before the afternoon game drive. Dinner is served back at the lodge, possibly in the boma. Overnight at Kingfisher Lodge.
Day 6
Departure
After an early breakfast, the logistics team takes care of your luggage. You meet the horses at Hippo Boma, a short walk from the rooms, and ride between 07:30 and 11:30 down the escarpments through both the upper and lower parts of the reserve. The descent also involves some walking on foot, but it is less demanding than the uphill route and therefore everyone is recommended to walk this section rather than use a vehicle. For those who need transport, this can be booked in advance. On arrival at the lower escarpment, day rooms are available for showering and changing, and lunch can be pre-booked before departure. The transfer usually leaves between 13:00 and 13:30, arriving at the airport at around 16:30 for the onward flight.
Programme
5 nights (itinerary for 2027)
Day 1
Wildside Tented Camp
Meet and airport pick-up followed by transfer to Wildside Tented Camp. You arrive in time for lunch, meet your guide and receive a briefing on the week ahead. After lunch, your first game drive awaits, with a chance to see the Big Five from the vehicle. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Wildside Tented Camp.
Day 2
Fly Camp
The day begins with a game drive at 06:00, followed by breakfast at 09:00. Riding starts a little later today, when the lions are usually less active. At 10:00, you ride through the lower escarpment and up the steep Yellowwood Escarpment. Some walking on foot is required, but a vehicle follows the group for anyone who prefers to ride up. Lunch is served at the rock pools, with the opportunity for a dip. Afterwards, the ride continues through varied scenery and open plains filled with wildlife. You arrive at Fly Camp at around 15:30 after approximately 4.5 hours of riding and about 40 minutes on foot along southern Africa's steepest man-made road. Welcome drinks and views over the bush await on arrival. Comfortable shoes and chaps are recommended for this day. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 3
Fly Camp
Early in the morning, you set off on a sunrise ride of around 2.5 hours to a spectacular viewpoint high above the reserve. You ride out in the dark as the bush awakens around you. Back at Fly Camp, a generous breakfast awaits. Afterwards, there is time to relax and hopefully see animals moving close to camp. Lunch is served at 12:30, followed by another approximately 2.5-hour afternoon ride along the upper escarpment. The evening ends with a three-course dinner by candlelight, drinks around the fire and stories from the day's experiences. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 4
Fly Camp
After breakfast, a morning ride of around 3 hours awaits, with slightly more technical riding through rock formations and past dams where hippos can sometimes be seen. Bush lunch is served between 12:30 and 13:30 before the ride continues until around 15:30. Back at camp, there is time to freshen up before another three-course dinner is served by candlelight. Overnight at Fly Camp.
Day 5
Kingfisher Lodge
After breakfast, the staff usually say farewell with song and dance before you leave Fly Camp. With your luggage ready, you ride for around 3 hours to Kingfisher Lodge. You arrive in time for lunch at the five-star lodge, where a little extra comfort awaits after several days in the saddle. Relax by the private pool or pre-book a massage before the afternoon game drive. Dinner is served back at the lodge, possibly in the boma. Overnight at Kingfisher Lodge.
Day 6
Departure
After an early breakfast, the logistics team takes care of your luggage. You meet the horses at Hippo Boma, a short walk from the rooms, and ride between 07:30 and 11:30 down the escarpments through both the upper and lower parts of the reserve. The descent also involves some walking on foot, but it is less demanding than the uphill route and therefore everyone is recommended to walk this section rather than use a vehicle. For those who need transport, this can be booked in advance. On arrival at the lower escarpment, day rooms are available for showering and changing, and lunch can be pre-booked before departure. The transfer usually leaves between 13:00 and 13:30, arriving at the airport at around 16:30 for the onward flight.
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Food and drinks
Food and drinks
Horses and equipment
Horses and equipment
Riding, riding level and hours in the saddle
Riding, riding level and hours in the saddle
Guides and safety
Guides and safety
Climate
Climate
Passport & visa
Passport & visa
Health Recommendations
Health Recommendations
Practical information
Practical information
Rates
2026
5 nights
Sharing
€3,195
5 nights
Sharing
€3,195
7 nights
Sharing
€3,975
7 nights
Sharing
€3,975
2027
5 nights
Sharing
€3,565
5 nights
Sharing
€3,565
7 nights
Sharing
€4,440
7 nights
Sharing
€4,440
Including
8-day and 7-night safari: 3 nights at Wildside Tented Camp, 1 night at Kingfisher Lodge and 3 nights in Fly Camp. Horses, guides and game drives according to the itinerary, all meals and drinks, as well as transport as specified in the itinerary.
Excluding
Valid travel insurance (mandatory), flight tickets, airport transfer, personal expenses, massage, tips, and possibly visa.
Including
8-day and 7-night safari: 3 nights at Wildside Tented Camp, 1 night at Kingfisher Lodge and 3 nights in Fly Camp. Horses, guides and game drives according to the itinerary, all meals and drinks, as well as transport as specified in the itinerary.
Excluding
Valid travel insurance (mandatory), flight tickets, airport transfer, personal expenses, massage, tips, and possibly visa.
Airport transfer
O.R. Tambo International, round trip, per person
€240 - 275
2026 transfer fee
€268 - 388
2027 transfer fee
Departure dates
June – September, 2026
June – September, 2026
7 nights 13–20 June 4–11 July 11–18 July 18–25 July 8–15 August 15–22 August 5–12 September 12–19 September 19–26 September 5 nights 7–12 June 5–10 July 2–7 August 6–11 September
7 nights 13–20 June 4–11 July 11–18 July 18–25 July 8–15 August 15–22 August 5–12 September 12–19 September 19–26 September 5 nights 7–12 June 5–10 July 2–7 August 6–11 September
October – December, 2026
October – December, 2026
7 nights 3–10 October 10–17 October 7–14 November 14–21 November 21–28 November 5–12 December 12–19 December 5 nights 4–9 October 1–6 November 6–11 December
7 nights 3–10 October 10–17 October 7–14 November 14–21 November 21–28 November 5–12 December 12–19 December 5 nights 4–9 October 1–6 November 6–11 December
January - June, 2027
January - June, 2027
7 nights 2–9 January 9–16 January 16–23 January 6–13 February 13–20 February 20–27 February 6–13 March 13–20 March 20–27 March 3–10 April 10–17 April 17–24 April 1–8 May 8–15 May 15–22 May 5–12 June 19–26 June Dates for 5 nights run in parallel with 7 nights and start one day later and end one day earlier.
7 nights 2–9 January 9–16 January 16–23 January 6–13 February 13–20 February 20–27 February 6–13 March 13–20 March 20–27 March 3–10 April 10–17 April 17–24 April 1–8 May 8–15 May 15–22 May 5–12 June 19–26 June Dates for 5 nights run in parallel with 7 nights and start one day later and end one day earlier.
July - December, 2027
July - December, 2027
7 nights 3–10 July 10–17 July 17–24 July 7–14 August 14–21 August 21–28 August 4–11 September 11–18 September 18–25 September 2–9 October 9–16 October 16–23 October 6–11 November 13–20 November 20–27 November 4–11 December 11–18 December Dates for 5 nights run in parallel with 7 nights and start one day later and end one day earlier.
7 nights 3–10 July 10–17 July 17–24 July 7–14 August 14–21 August 21–28 August 4–11 September 11–18 September 18–25 September 2–9 October 9–16 October 16–23 October 6–11 November 13–20 November 20–27 November 4–11 December 11–18 December Dates for 5 nights run in parallel with 7 nights and start one day later and end one day earlier.
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