WILDLIFE BEHIND THE SCENES - WATERBERG
Vitamin B(ush) in LIMPOPO
An expert-led immersive and educational safari experience with a glimpse into wildlife conservation, ecology, interpreting mammal behavioural patterns, bird identification and optimising your wildlife photography skills.
- 8 days
- Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport
- 10 – 16 guests
- Nature
- Safari
- Moderate Active
1 night Johannesburg,
your gateway to the bush!
- Experience the pulse of Jozi, city of gold, heartbeat of the economy.
- Discover vibrant Soweto, its people, the historical and political significance.
- Savour local township cuisine.
5 nights
Immersive Wildlife Retreat
- Malaria-free, Big 5 Reserve. Pristine and varied wilderness boasting 5 eco-systems.
- Unfenced ‘glamping‘ tented camp accommodation.
- Dedicated game rangers, private safari vehicles and a customised programme.
- Learn about conservation & ecology. Informative sessions include observing and interpreting animal behaviour, an introduction to bird identification and a wildlife photography workshop.
- Daily sunrise and sunset safari game drives.
- Experience the thrill of stepping out of the vehicle with a morning walking safari.
- Night game drive in search of nocturnal wildlife & star gazing opportunity.
- Bush dinner set in the wild, under a southern hemisphere night sky!
1 night Cradle of Humankind,
a palaeo safari
- Walk in the footsteps of our hominin ancestors and learn more about human origins.
- Wholesome simplicity, sustainable luxurious farm-stay, with a farm-to table style farewell dinner.
FAQ's
The wildlife and nature lover. A curious traveller, hungry for knowledge and deeper understanding of wildlife management and getting to know the bushveld. Each day offers an informal lecture on a relevant topic. This tour is suitable for a ‘first timer’ or those who have already experienced other safaris.
You do not require any particular fitness level, but rather good mobility to move in and out of safari vehicles with comfort. You also need to be able to walk with ease for at least 2-3 hours for the safari experience by foot.
This immersive experience is appropriate for guests 16 years and older. There is no maximum age restriction, but it requires good mobility.
A valid passport with at least one blank page, valid for at least 6 months after date of departure from South Africa.
A valid visa, if required – see the visa exempted list here https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/exempt-countries
Sufficient funds for your stay, a return onward flight ticket.
Yellow fever certificate only if you are travelling from or if your journey passes through the yellow fever belt.
No need to take malaria prophylaxis. This programme takes place in is a malaria free reserve.
A curious attitude and a great sense of adventure! We will provide you with a comprehensive packing list. But in general we recommend neutral coloured clothing in shades of Khaki, Beige and Green, in light natural fibres such as cotton and linen. Especially during winter and spring time, you will experience considerable temperature fluctuations during day and night time. Pack sufficient warm clothing for sunrise and sunset safaris, including a beanie and scarf. Light clothing & shorts for warmer day time temperatures, including a swimsuit. A sun hat & sun cream are essentials for the harsh South African sun.
Binoculars – highly recommended
A good camera , if you have it, but not a necessity as the photographic workshop can also be done using a good smartphone camera.
Although South Africa is considered an all-year round safari destination, May through to September is considered as optimum safari season due to the dryer climate. From October through to April, the northern region experiences summer rains.