4 Day Umoya Safari Lodge Safari from Johannesburg or Tambo

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Travel from Johannesburg or O.R. Tambo Airport to Umoya Safari Lodge⌄

   Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Johannesburg or O.R. Tambo International Airport through the countryside toward the Black Rhino Private Reserve, located within the greater Pilanesberg National Park. On arrival at Umoya Safari Lodge, you’ll be welcomed with refreshments and shown to your luxurious suite, designed to blend comfort with the tranquility of the bush. Each suite offers a private deck and elegant décor that complements the surrounding wilderness. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch before relaxing for a short while. In the afternoon, head out on your first open-vehicle game drive with your professional ranger. As the sun begins to set, you may encounter lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and antelope moving through the reserve. Return to the lodge for a three-course dinner served in the dining area or outdoors beneath the night sky. The sounds of the African bush create a peaceful backdrop as you unwind after your first day in the wild.

   Meals: Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Umoya Safari Lodge

2. 2Morning & Afternoon Big 5 Safaris⌄

   Begin your day before sunrise with coffee and rusks before setting out on your early morning safari. The cool morning hours are ideal for spotting predators like lions and leopards returning from their nightly hunts, as well as zebras, giraffes, and elephants beginning their day. After your drive, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast, then spend the late morning relaxing. You can unwind by the pool, rest on your private deck, or simply take in the stillness of the bush. Following a leisurely lunch, set off on your afternoon game drive as the sun dips low over the horizon. The warm glow of sunset highlights the landscape, and this is often the best time to see rhinos and herds of elephants near water sources. Back at the lodge, enjoy a fireside dinner accompanied by the sounds of nature and soft lantern light, creating an authentic and intimate safari atmosphere.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Umoya Safari Lodge

3. 3Explore the Black Rhino Reserve⌄

   Awake to the sounds of the bush and enjoy your morning game drive, exploring further into the Black Rhino Reserve and nearby Pilanesberg National Park. Your ranger will help track elephants, buffalo, and possibly leopards that move through the thickets and open plains. After the drive, return to the lodge for breakfast and spend the afternoon at ease. Relax in your suite or lounge by the pool while watching birds and smaller wildlife moving close to the lodge. In the late afternoon, depart for your final sunset safari. The golden evening light offers perfect conditions for photography and one last chance to spot members of the Big 5 in their natural setting. The day concludes with a gourmet dinner at the lodge, enjoyed in the warm glow of the boma or indoor dining area — a fitting farewell to your safari adventure. Overnight: Umoya Safari Lodge

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Umoya Safari Lodge

4. 4Morning Safari and Return to Johannesburg⌄

   On your final morning, rise early for your last sunrise game drive, taking in the sights and sounds of the bush one more time. It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy quiet moments with nature and perhaps one final wildlife encounter. Return to the lodge for breakfast, then check out as your driver transfers you back to Johannesburg or O.R. Tambo International Airport, arriving by early afternoon. Your 4-Day Umoya Safari Lodge Safari concludes with lasting memories of luxury, wildlife, and the serenity of Africa’s wilderness.

   Meals: Breakfast