Tour Options: Greater Kruger Experience or Golf on the Wildside:
The initial area of operation will be the Kruger National Park and the Associated Private Nature Reserves on the periphery of the park, in particular the Timbavati Nature Reserve. It is our objective to ensure that each and every guest is given the highest quality Wilderness Experience and that upon their departure they become equally as passionate about the conservation of true wilderness areas. With this in mind your trip will be tailor made to suit your individual needs, just let us know what you need and we will provide your Kruger National Park experience to suit.
5 nights, 6-day privately guided experience within the Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem. A standard itinerary for this trip would be as follows:
Day 1:
Pick up from KMI Airport or Hotel and enter the park through Numbi gate. Proceed to first Camp on the trip at Crocodile bridge/ Lower Sabie to get a feel for the Southern Portion of the park. Along the way we are likely to encounter Rhino, Lion, Elephant and Wild dogs in this area.
Day 2:
Early departure from the camp and out to find game exploring the central plains of the Kruger. Moving through Stunted Knob Thorn veld and into open basalt plains, we are likely to encounter large congregations of Wildebeest, Zebra and Buffalo and all the predators that associate with them.
Breakfast will be had in a bush site and lunch at Satara Rest Camp for a quick respite during the day. We will head out for an afternoon safari before spending before spending the evening at the Orpen Camp.
Day 3:
Early departure again and heading north towards the land of the giants - Elepants and Baobabs. Our goal for today will be around the beautiful rest camp of Olifants where massive congregations of Elephants occur. We will visit the amazing Elephant Museum at Letaba and watch Hippo and Crocodile in abundance.
Day 4:
Early morning Mountain bike ride for those more adventuress in the group or alternatively for those who prefer a game drive. Departure from Orpen Gate/ Phalaborwa Gate to go to the Timbavati Private Nature reserve were we will check in at 13:00 for lunch and chill out in the pool. Afternoon game drive leaves at 16:00, comfortable walking shoes are essential, as we will endeavor to track down some of Africa’s high profile species on foot. We will conclude with a night drive in search of some of Africa’s nocturnal species.
Day 5:
More safaris in the Timbavati looking for close encounters with game, possibly on foot. This is an opportunity to get up close and personal with Africa’s big game. The Timbavati is world renowned as some of the best game viewing on the planet and really does offer up brilliant game viewing, in particular the big cats. That evening, weather dependant, we will have a bush braai (barbeque) out in the wilds and whilst we have the starry night sky as our canvas we will explore the relms beyond our world.
Day 6:
Morning Safari and then back to camp for breakfast and to pack before departure to the Airport. Undoubtedly a little sad to leave, but having some amazing sightings and experiences, hopefully with a burning desire to return to this amazing continent.
Included in the trip are all Accommodation, Meals (except Lunch), Drinks, activities and Gate fees. All activities are included and should you wish to do any of the following they can be arranged; walking safari’s, mountain biking.
The premise is for the clients to experience the full scope of what the Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem has to offer, encompassing everything from Game, Birding, Geology, and Astronomy together with the historically significant areas throughout.
Three nights will be spent utilizing the Kruger National Parks infrastructure, which we will upgrade, by placing our own amenities and a few additional products into the rooms.
Two nights will be spent in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve in a private camp, which will provide the opportunity for a more intimate bush experience and thus being able to focus on the tracking and walking aspects of the safari. Consequently by comparing the differences experienced the guest will have a holistic overview of the entire Kruger Ecosystem.
The entire experience will be conducted by Brian Masters, plus the aid of a support vehicle, ensuring the clients have every need catered for, maintaining the highest standards that are demanded from this venture, whilst providing value for money.
Please Contact Us: for pricing and availability.
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Day 1:
Pick up from KMI Airport or Hotel and enter the park through Numbi gate. Proceed to first Camp on the trip at Crocodile bridge / Lower Sabie to get a feel for the Southern Portion of the park. Along the way we are likely to encounter Rhino, Lion, Elephant and Wild dogs in this area.
Day 2:
Early departure from the camp and to find game en route to Leopard Creek Country Club to play 18 holes on South Africa’s number one golf course. Leopard Creek plays host to the Alfred Dunhill Championship which is the first of the European Tour Tournaments and has seen the likes of Ernie Els, Retief Goosen, Trevor Immelman and Henrik Stenson playing this prestigious tournament. Afterwards we will head back into the Park for our afternoon game drive. Check into camp for a well earned rest over a sundowner. Dinner will be spent around the fire regaling the tales of Birdies that got away.
Day 3:
Early departure again and heading north towards the land of the giants, Elephants and Baobabs. Our goal for today will be in the beautiful rest camp of Olifants where massive congregations of Elephants occur. We will visit the amazing Elephant Museum at Letaba and watch Hippo and Crocodile in abundance.
Day 4:
Early morning game drive en route to Hans Merensky Golf Club. Departure from Phalaborwa and 18 holes of golf amongst Giraffe and Zebra. Where every water hole is a major hazard as hippo’s and Croc’s frequent them all! This Championship golf course has been the premier bush golfing destination for over 30 years and will leave any true nature lover and golf lover hooked. After the Round we will head to the Timbavati Private Nature reserve where we will check in and chill out at the pool. Afternoon game drive leaves at 16:30 with comfortable walking shoes on, as we will endeavor to track down some of Africa’s high profile species on foot. We will conclude with a night drive in search of some of Africa’s nocturnal species.
Day 5:
More safaris in the Timbavati looking for close encounters with game, possibly on foot. This is an opportunity to get up close and personal with Africa’s big game. The Timbavati is world renowned as some of the best game viewing on the planet and really does offer up brilliant game viewing in particular the big cats. That evening, weather dependant, we will have a bush braai (barbeque) out in the wilds and whilst we have the starry night sky as our canvas we will explore the realms beyond our world!
Day 6:
Another early start as we make our way down to Nelspruit to play the best little gem in South African Golf, this championship course is a real tester for any golfer as it offers such a variety of challenges for every level of golfer. Upon completion of the round and once all drinks and bets have been tallied we will take you through to your final destination be it either a hotel or airport.
Included in the trip are all Accommodation, Meals (except Lunch), Drinks, activities and Golf fees and gate and entrance fees.
Please Contact Us: to ask for a quote as we will gladly tailor make your trip for you.
All activities are included and should you wish to do any of the following they can be arranged; walking safari’s, mountain biking.
The premise is for the clients to experience the full scope of what the Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem has to offer, encompassing everything from Game, Birding, Geology, and Astronomy together with the historically significant areas throughout.
Three nights will be spent utilizing the Kruger National Parks infrastructure, which we will upgrade, by placing our own amenities and a few additional products into the rooms.
Two nights will be spent in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve in a private camp, which will provide the opportunity for a more intimate bush experience and thus being able to focus on the tracking and walking aspects of the safari. Consequently by comparing the differences experienced the guest will have a holistic overview of the entire Kruger Ecosystem.
The entire experience will be conducted by Brian Masters, with the aid of a support vehicle, to ensure that the clients have every need catered for, maintaining the highest standards that are demanded from this venture, whilst having value for money.
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We will gladly tailor make day trips for you, based on your individual preferences and interests. We also organise walking safari’s and mountain biking in the park.
We do and organise transfers from JHB, Nelspruit and Hoedspruit Airports.
"I travelled with Open Skies with three of my friends to experience a mixture of game and Golf in South Africa, it was a fantastic experience with some of the finest golf course’s I have played..." Mr Le Roux: - read more feedback.
We organise transfers from and to Johannesburg,
Hoedspruit and Nelspruit airports
Contact us for more info.





