Kruger National Park

The Kruger is the country’s largest and most famous wildlife reserve, with the diversity of animal life unequalled anywhere else on the continent.

  • Safari Connection offers a full day, morning or afternoon safari with closed modern air-conditioned vehicles.
  • All our field guides are qualified and registered with the Field Guide Association of Southern Africa and the Mpumalanga Tourism Authority.
  • All guides are equipped with mobile phones.

This is a great way to discover the magic of the bush

Drakensberg Panorama Tour

This day tour into the Drakensberg Mountains visits the third largest canyon in the world namely the Blyde River Canyon.

  • Enjoy scenic splendour - amongst the sights are The Three Rondavels, huge rock spirals rising out of the far wall of the canyon.
  • Explore the extraordinary rock formations at Bourke’s Luck Potholes.
  • View the boundless vistas of the Lowveld from God’s Window and Wonder View.
  • Visit the quaint historic gold mining town of Pilgrim’s Rest and several natural cascades.
  • Lunch is enjoyed at the well-known Harries Pancakes Restaurant in Graskop.

Elephant Interaction & Rides

Experience the thrill of being close to these magnificent creatures and witness their intelligence, their compassionate nature and sheer delight interacting with their human counterparts. The interaction with the Elephant offers you the opportunity to touch the Elephants, exchange trunk greetings and offer tasty treats.

Experienced Elephant handlers share their in-depth knowledge of fascinating Elephant behaviour. In addition to interacting with the Elephants, embark on a short ride. Saddle up and enjoy a different perspective, historically a privilege only reserved for kings!

Elephant Excursions (09h00, 12h00 and 1600 daily)

  • Elephant interaction (1 hour).
  • Elephant interaction and ride (1hr 30min).
  • Interaction with short ride and Lunch (1hr30 min + lunch).
  • Interaction and Shangaan Cultural Dinner (2hr30 min).
  • Early Morning wakeup, interaction and Elephant back ride (1hr 30min).
  • Sunset interaction, Elephant back ride and sundowners (1hr30 min).
  • Ultimate Elephant experience

Rehabilitation Wildlife Centre & Cheetah Project

Come and witness the caring and nursing of poisoned, injured and abandoned wild birds and animals. A multitude of interesting wildlife encounters await you.

  • Visit to the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre is an unforgettable experience.  The centre provides a home for many of South Africa’s abandoned, injured and poisoned wildlife and is a highly regarded contributor to wildlife in our country.
  • A visit to the centre will stimulate awareness and understanding of the plight which our wildlife faces today.
  • A tour of  the Hoedspruit Centre for Endangered Species facility where cheetah and a number of other rehabilitated animals can be viewed at close range.
  • An educational video is shown to explain the projects undertaken by this unique establishment.
  • Lunch is enjoyed at the Hoedspruit Cheetah project.

Pilgrims Gold Run

During this day trip one discovers the quaint historic gold mining town of Pilgrims Rest, nestled in the shadows of the Drakensberg Mountains.

  • The entire town of Pilgrims Rest was declared  a national monument in 1986 as a living memory of the early gold rush days in South Africa during the late 1800's/1900's. 
  • Visit the authentic digging site with its Gold Commissioner's hut, prison tent, complete with water wheel and transport wagon.
  • Experience gold panning first hand and stroll through the various museums, churches and interesting shops.
  • Tour the Mine Manager’s residence, Alanglade House, a period house museum furnished with items from the early 1900's.
  • Choose from many fine restaurants and pubs to enjoy your lunch.

 

Arts and Crafts Excursion

There are a number of prominent South African Artists and Craftsmen in the Mpumalanga area and this tour enables visitors an opportunity to view their artwork and craftsmanship in their studios and showrooms. The artists utilize a variety of materials.

  • Opportunity for shopping at Perry’s Bridge and Casterbridge Centre.
  • Sculptures, carvings, pottery, paintings, handmade silk designs, furniture, clothing, linen and curios.
  • Lunch is enjoyed at the Casterbridge or Perry’s Bridge.

Mozambique Day Tour

Visit the Capital city of Mozambique where Vasco Dagama landed in 1948 on his way to India, once considered to be one of the most beautiful cities it the world.

  • Enter Mozambique through the Lebombo border post and head for Maputo, formerly known as Lourenco Marques.
  • Lunch is enjoyed at Costa Do Sol overlooking the Indian Ocean. The restaurant is renowned for its delectable fresh seafood.
  • Visit the Maputo Train Station, Catholic Cathedral, Metal House and some of the bustling markets.
  • Experience the vibrant life of this cosmopolitan city.

Swaziland Day Experience

From one country to another in a matter of minutes. We enter Swaziland via the Jeppe's Reef Border Post;

  • Travel onto Pig's Peak through the largest man made Pine and Eucalyptus plantation in the Southern Hemisphere.
  • Visit Ngwenya Glass Works where recycled glass is used to create various artwork. Watch highly skilled glass blowers at work.
  • The tour then winds it way towards the capital of Swaziland, Mbabane and the Ezulwini craft market.
  • Visit the colourful Swazi Candles Factory and enjoy lunch at Mandelas Restaurant in Malkerns.
  • After lunch, a visit to King Sabusa II Memorial Gardens in the Ezulwini Valley.

We depart Swaziland through the Oshoek Border and back through Mpumalanga via Barberton and the beautiful De Kaap Valley.

Road Transfers

Safari Connection conducts road transfers throughout South Africa as well the countries of Mozambique, Swaziland and Lesotho.

  • All transfers are conducted in air-conditioned sedans and mini buses.
  • All drivers are equipped with Mobile telephones and hold current first aid certificates.
  • Chilled mineral water is supplied on all road transfers and activities.
  • The company carries fully comprehensive and passenger liability to the value of R 30 000 000.
  • All hotels, lodges, National Parks, Private Game Reserves, Nature Reserves, Country and City establishments are serviced.