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Rhino Post Kruger Park Walking Safari |
| 4 NIGHTWALKING TRAIL Departures: Daily departutes from Rhino Post Safari Lodge Price: Pricing details at bottom of page Highlights: Walk along ancient rhino & elephant trails between camps ***Contact us for rates. Itinerary 2 nights spent at Rhino Post Safari Lodge 2 nights spent at Plains Camp * Guests have the option of walking between the camps * Please note: This safari is very "tailorable" please contact us for full details/advice A Typical Day After an introductory brief on the 'do's & don'ts' of bush walking safaris, the guide will structure the trail taking into account the fitness level of the group and any special requests. A typical day would include an early start, a cup of fresh coffee or tea, after which guests set out on either a morning walk or game drive. Guests on foot follow rhino trails and elephant paths for approximately 3 to 4 hours. Returning to the lodge the guests enjoy a leisurely brunch and time to relax around the pool overlooking the waterhole. In the late afternoon after a delicious high tea, you can enjoy an evening game drive or walk, winding down with sundowners, watching an African sunset and spotting nocturnal animals in the park. Back at the lodge enjoy a sumptuous dinner on the deck or in the riverbed, as you recount the day's events all the while accompanied by the night sounds of the bush. | |
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| Activities offered -Guided walking safaris from the proximity of the camp -Guided walking safaris from camp to camp -Specialist safaris e.g. Birding, Stars, Trees etc -Rhino tracking -Sleep-outs on elevated wooden platforms -Bush breakfasts, picnics, sunset cocktails & starlight dinners -Game drives both day & night, inside and outside the concession within the Kruger National Park from Rhino Post Safari Lodge Where does the safari take place? Rhino Walking Safaris offers exclusive traversing in 12 000 hectares of pristine bushveld in the Kruger National Park. Approximately 10km North East (as the hornbill flies) of Skukuza Rest Camp, the concession shares a 15km boundary with Mala Mala in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve, with game moving freely between the two reserves. The concession comprises of environmentally sensitive areas previously unexplored, with huge diversity of both fauna and flora - an ideal setting for wilderness walking safaris in an internationally renowned big five area. The Camps Rhino Post Safari Lodge Set on the banks of the Mutlumuvi Riverbed on the Southern end of our concession, the elegant Rhino Post Safari Lodge is our luxurious trails "base" lodge. Built using natural materials of stone, wood, thatch & canvas, this organic camp has 8 suites. The utmost care was taken to minimise the environmental impact of the lodge, and to that end, no concrete was used in the building's foundations, careful consideration was taken in the layout of the camp, battery power is used for lighting, special indigenous Reedbed System processes the bathroom waste, and other waste is sorted and recycled wherever possible. Each suite includes an overhead fan and lounge area with stunning views of the riverbed including those from the bathroom, decks and outdoor shower. |
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The dining area set under Tamboti trees, allows for al fresco dinners, cool lunches in the heat of a summer afternoon and snug winter dining. Both the swimming pool & lounge overlook an active waterhole in the riverbed. The lounge, with its extensive wine cellar, fireplace and bar provide a perfect setting for an afternoon or evening sundowner. For something special, enjoy the pampering of the rejuvenation centre, which will open in September 2004. A soothing foot massage after an exciting morning walk, followed by a plunge into the pool is always an invigorating way to start the day. Plains Camp Plains Camp is situated in the heart of the wilderness concession. Built in authentic pioneer tradition, it has the serenity of a 19th century naturalists rest. Overlooking the spectacular Timbitene plain & waterhole, it offers 4 comfortably furnished African explorer style tents en suite, nestled in an acacia Knobthorn thicket. A generator and a back-up battery system power overhead fans and 24 hour lighting. The generator system can be used to re-charge camera batteries at specific times. |
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| Optional Sleepouts Guests wanting to enjoy an unrivalled wilderness experience will be able walk out to the "Sleep Outs" on elevated wooden platforms (weather permitting). This is the only place in the Kruger National Park offering this unusual accommodation. Guests will leave Plains Camp in the late afternoon and arrive at the platforms in the early evening carrying a lightweight rucksack containing a change of clothes, a pillowcase, a sheet inner for the sleeping bag and refreshments. After hanging up mosquito nets, fly sheets (only if necessary) and preparing beds (yes! we do encourage guests to be included in every aspect of this unique interactive experience of the bush) sundowners can be enjoyed on the platforms that also overlook a waterhole. While dinner is being prepared for guests on an open fire, they will enjoy sounds and senses, heightened as they share the wilderness at night, while being safely guarded by the observant guides. The rumble of the elephant passing by or the roar of the lion at the nearby waterhole, are the only noises that might disturb guests in this peaceful wilderness. The following morning, guests will enjoy a light snack after which they will depart back to Plains Camp for a hearty brunch. |
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Inclusions and Exclusions - Rhino Post rates are fully inclusive of accommodation, meals, teas & coffees and safari activities - Plains Camp rates are fully inclusive of accommodation, meals, cold drinks, house wine and beers, teas & coffees and safari activities - Sleep outs are an extra activity and will be at no extra cost - prior arrangement required - Rhino Post rates exclude all drinks - Rates exclude the Kruger National Park Fees (At present this fee is R 30.00 p/p per visit) Please note: No children under the age of 12 Guests will be required to sign an Indemnity Form on arrival on the concession
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Your walking safari experience takes place in an officially designated wilderness concession within the Kruger National Park. Covering 12 000 hectares of pristine bushveld and untraversed by roads (except for access), this exclusive concession shares a 15km boundary with Mala Mala in the Sabi Sands private reserve resulting in the free movement of game between the two reserves. DAY 01:You are picked up from either your Johannesburg or Pretoria hotel by your AfricanOutposts tour guide who drives you through to Rhino Post Camp,situated within the Greater Kruger National Park. In the evening enjoy an open vehicle game drive. D DAY 02 Enjoy a morning drive, followed by breakfast, after which you depart by vehicle for Plains Camp. This will be your “base camp” from which you will explore this pristine bushveld area on foot. Plains Camp is a luxury en-suite tented camp built in an authentic pioneer style and overlooking the Timbavati Plains and waterhole. After high tea you will depart on your first Kruger walking safari where you will follow elephant and rhino trails. Overnight at Plains Camp. BLD DAY 03 Awaken to a cup of fresh coffee and biscuits before departing on your second walk through the ever changing landscape that is Kruger. Walks are restricted to a maximum of eight guests and are led by two armed rangers. These rangers’ qualifications comply with the most stringent of standards thus ensuring a quality walking safari experience as they share their wealth of bush knowledge and culture with you. Return to Plains Camp for lunch. After high tea you will be driven to Lion’s Lair Camp, a sleep-out camp on elevated wooden platforms in the trees and overlooking a drinking trough. This will most certainly be a night to remember as, tucked up in your treetop bed, you experience a oneness with the African bush as you are lulled to sleep by the nocturnal sounds of Africa. BLD DAY 04 Enjoy a morning walk before you are picked up and returned to Plains Camp by vehicle where you will savour a well-earned breakfast. During the late afternoonyou depart on game drive to return to Rhino Post Camp where you overnight. BLD
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