Day 1: Transfer to Waterberg Biosphere Reserve
Your African Safari Holiday begins upon arrival at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport, where a representative will meet you for the scenic drive into the Waterberg region. The journey takes you into a UNESCO-recognized biosphere known for its dramatic landscapes and rich biodiversity. On arrival at the lodge, a light lunch is served, followed by time to settle in and relax. In the afternoon, you head out for your first sunset game drive, where the bush comes alive with elephants, antelope, and predators beginning their evening movements. As the sun sets over the savanna, you return to the lodge for dinner under the African night sky.
Royal Morubisi River Lodge
Day 2: Waterberg Biosphere Reserve
The rhythm of your African Safari Holiday begins early with a sunrise game drive when wildlife is most active. Coffee and traditional rusks are served before departure as you explore river valleys and open plains. After returning to the lodge, a hearty brunch is enjoyed before a relaxed afternoon by the pool or overlooking the wilderness. Later, high tea sets the tone for another evening safari, where golden light reveals predators, grazing herds, and birdlife in motion. The day ends with a refined dinner and the sounds of the African bush surrounding the lodge.
Accommodation: Royal Morubisi River Lodge
Day 3: Waterberg Biosphere Reserve
Another day unfolds in the heart of your African Safari Holiday, offering unmatched wildlife encounters across varied terrain. Morning game drives take you through riverine forests and open savannas where lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos roam freely alongside hundreds of bird species. Between drives, you enjoy relaxed lodge living, with time to unwind or simply watch wildlife passing near the waterholes. As the sun begins to set, another game drive delivers dramatic sightings and photographic moments, followed by dinner beneath a sky filled with stars.
Accommodation: Royal Morubisi River Lodge
Day 4- 7: Waterberg Biosphere Reserve
Your African Safari Holiday continues with another immersive day in the wild. Early morning drives reveal the bush awakening with movement and sound, from grazing antelope to prowling predators. After brunch, the day is yours to enjoy at leisure, with optional activities available or simply time to relax in the peaceful lodge setting. The afternoon game drive offers new sightings and ever-changing scenery, followed by a traditional dinner experience inspired by South African cuisine.
Accommodation: Royal Morubisi River Lodge
Day 8: Transfer to Johannesburg
The final morning of your African Safari Holiday begins with coffee and breakfast as the bush awakens around you. After a relaxed farewell, you depart for OR Tambo International Airport with lasting memories of wildlife encounters, peaceful landscapes, and an authentic African safari experience.
