This 3 day walking trail in the big five Maseke Game Reserve is a unique way of enjoying a safari to the Greater Kruger. Each night is spent at a different location, and you don't need to lift a finger in setting up the mobile camp.Each of the 4 dome tents can sleep 2 people comfortably on individual mattresses, made up with bed linen, duvets, and pillows. Each tent has an attached bathroom, which consists of a bucket shower and chemical toilet.
The main area of camp comprises a central fire-pit area with strategically placed safari chairs, an al fresco safari dining table, and small bar area. While the chefs prep your wholesome food, all that is expected of you is to sit and relax around the boma and campfire area. Expect stellar views of the mighty river, endless wilderness vistas, and absolute bushveld serenity. The main activity is the walking safari, which takes place daily and covers a good few hours of walking per day. Evenings finish off with a sundowner and night game drive, just to ensure guests get to see nocturnal predators. Guests need to have a relatively good level of fitness for the walking safari.
Africa on Foot Wilderness Trails is located in the Maseke Balule Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger, situated between Hoedpsruit and Phalaborwa in Limpopo Province. It is an 8000 hectare private game reserve, which shares open borders with the Kruger National Park. The Olifants River courses through the reserve, while prominent mountainous ridges and boulder koppies characterise the terrain, making it an incredibly diverse and interesting region to explore on foot.
SAFARI
Walkers will traverse a unique landscape in the Maseke Balule Game Reserve, comprising rocky terrain dotted with waterholes and low-lying woodlands. The walks are at an easy pace and you will stop en route for refreshments. The below is what you can expect during your 3 day trail.
- 3 Nights camping in different locations, each day walking new ground.
- A new campsite in a new location, set up prior to arrival, every afternoon.
- 8000 Hectares of free-roaming Kruger traverse from mountainous terrain to Olifants River.
- Professional Trails Guide and Tracker conduct two walking trails per day.
- Morning walk 3-4 hours, afternoon walk 2-3 hours, arrive at camp +-15h00
- Environmentally friendly, pack up and go safari camping experience.
- Nights are spent in the comfort of a classic safari-style dome tent with private facilities.
DAILY SCHEDULE
Departure times for walking safaris depends on the weather and seasons. Summer time walks will depart earlier, while winter time departures will be later.
A general summary of a day’s activity is as follows:
- 05h30 – Wake up to coffee and rusks, and kit up in walking gear.
- Start walk. 09h00 – Rest stop and breakfast. Continue with walk.
- 12h00 – Drive to next camp, where lunch will be served. Settle into camp life.
- 15h00 – The afternoon activity will be discussed - it will either be another walking expedition, game drive or combination of both. This will be dependent on the weather and group dynamics.
- 19h00 – Return to camp, enjoy refreshments. Evenings are spent around the campfire and dinners are served at a safari dining table.
