South Africa
January 15-26, 2028
Ready for a life changing experience?
Join the Kuzo Group as we explore, learn, and help to conserve the many amazing animals in South
Africa while having tons of fun! You will enjoy top rated accommodations and some of the best
meals you will ever taste. We take care of everything and will be at your side to ensure a memorable experience.
Itinerary
DAYS 1-2
Arrive in South Africa
Arrive at O.R Tambo International Airport and meet with RAE Safaris as we transfer you to AfricaSky Boutique Hotel for two nights.
Included: a day tour within the Johannesburg Metropolis and an evening Worth Wild Africa Presentation at the hotel.
DAYS 3-5
Pilanesberg National Park
Depart for Pilanesberg National Park.
Three nights at Bakubung Bush Lodge.
Enjoy private game drives and a rhino conservation activity.
DAYS 6-9
Western Madikwe Game Reserve
Depart for Madikwe Game Reserve, a premier game reserve in the Northwest province of South Africa.
Three nights at Rhulani Safari Lodge.
Daily game drives in the western part of the Madikwe Game Reserve.
DAYS 9-12
Eastern Madikwe Game Reserve
Depart for Madikwe Hills.
Three nights at this luxurious lodge set on a hilltop among Tamboti trees
with daily game drives exploring the eastern side of the reserve.
DAY 13
Transfer back to the Airport
- After breakfast, road transfers to O.R. Tambo International Airport
- Departure flights
- Connecting flights to Cape Town for optional extension
13-17
OPTIONAL- Cape Town Extension
Fresh off your Conservation Safari, you will be
ushered on to your flight to Cape Town.26 January - Transfer to Hazendal Wine Estate, located in the Bottelary Hills in the Stellenbosch Winelands. One night in this world-class destination with unique culture, cuisine and entertainment offerings.
27 January - Explore the Stellenbosch region, including a wine tasting and chocolate pairing. Transfer to the Cape Waterfront to check-in at the Commodore Hotel for three nights with access to some of the best restaurants in the country, the Cape has it all.
28, 29 January - Tours included: Table Mountain, Boulder Beach, African penguins and sea lions.
30 January - Depart for CPT airport for return flights.
Tour Map
South Africa 2028
PRICING
3% additional fee for credit card payments deposits/payments due per contract.
Based on a group of 12 people.
South Africa 2028
Conservation Safari Details
What is Included
All accommodations
All meals and local drinks
Transport, fuel, tolls between Johannesburg and the reserves
All game drives, walks and conservation activities
Private guides
Capetown Extension Includes:
All bed & breakfast accommodation,
flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town, all quoted activities, all transport, local guides, all fuel, tolls, levies, and conservation fees.
What is NOT Included
International Flights
Travel insurance
Items of a personal nature
Laundry
Premium Drinks
Telephone calls
Other items not specifically mentioned as included
Capetown Extension does not include: International flights. Airport taxes, lunches and dinners, drinks, local guide & service staff gratuities, curio purchases, unspecified activities, trip insurance, items of a personal nature.
Recommended Fights
United Airlines and Delta Airlines currently offer direct flights between the United States and Johannesburg (JNB) or Cape Town (CPT)*
These would be convenient for either just the conservation safari or the Cope Town add-on
Just the Conservation Safari: Arrive in Johannesburg (JBN) January 15 and depart Johannesburg (JNB) January 26
Conservation Safari with the Cape Town add-on: Arrive in Johannesburg (JBN) January 15 and depart Cape Town (CPT) January 30. The transfer flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town is included.
Note: These flights are only a recommendation and are not required. Flights are at your own discretion as long as you arrive and depart on the scheduled dates.
What to Pack For the Trip
Please try to bring soft ‘hold all’ type luggage or rucksacks as suitcase sand hard luggage are more difficult to pack into trailers and mini-buses.
Charter flight luggage limitation of 20kg per person.Comfortable neutral clothing, avoiding white and bright colors. Expect hot days, cooler mornings and evenings. A mixture of summer and autumn clothing is ideal, and a hat and jacket will keep you warm on night game drives. Wind and possible rain might move through the open vehicles and can make life a little chilly at times!
Other essentials include comfortable, durable walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, camera and binoculars, toiletries, insect repellent, hand sanitizer, etc.
IImportant: don’t forget to bring any prescription medication along with a broad-spectrum antibiotic, medication for nausea and stomach issues, and antihistamine cream for insect bites and scratches.
Please provide details of any allergies and specific dietary requirements or preferences e.g. vegetarian at time of booking.
What to Pack on Safari
Small day backpack to take on the safari vehicle
Binoculars to spot wildlife while we are in the vehicle
Camera
Sun screen
Hat
Toiletries
Hand sanitizer
Insect repellent
Comfortable, durable walking shoes
Photography Pointers
There are many way to take a picture and whatever you are taking it with, your smart phone, small or large camera, here are some tips on how to compose the picture for the best image success.
Taking pictures with your Smart Phone
Here are some pointers on how to use your own smart phone. The cameras on our smart phones have gotten incredibly sophisticated and have replaced the small point and shoot camera on our hips. Below are some links to some easy 101 tutorials that we find super helpful.
Apps and Books
When you think of packing light, you don’t usually think of packing books. Your guides are a wealth of knowledge about the local wildlife, and most lodges have a great library of identification books too. But if you’d like an app as well, below are some great ones!
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