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South Africa - Flock to Marion - Kruger pre-tour Extension

© Bateleur Eagle by Clayton Burne
South Africa - Flock to Marion - Kruger pre-tour Extension 2028

26 Jan 2028 - 30 Jan 2028 (5 days)

ZAR46,500 SPACES AVAILABLE

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Tour Leader: Rockjumper Tour Leader TBC

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Tour Price (Per person): ZAR46,500 (USD2,786 * GBP2,145 * AUD4,146 * CAD4,039)

Single Supplement: ZAR4,995 (USD299 * GBP230 * AUD445 * CAD434)

Flight costs: ZAR4,840 (USD290 * GBP223 * AUD432 * CAD420)

Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s great wilderness destinations, a vast expanse of bushveld, woodland and riverine habitat supporting an extraordinary diversity of birds and mammals. Renowned worldwide for its game viewing, Kruger also offers some of the most exciting and rewarding birding on the continent, making it an ideal destination for those wanting to experience the very best of both.

Using the park’s excellent road network, we will explore a range of habitats in search of its rich avifauna and iconic African wildlife. The legendary “Big Five” — Lion, African Elephant, Leopard, African Buffalo and Rhinoceros — will naturally be among the mammal highlights, with Kruger providing exceptional opportunities to observe these impressive animals in their natural environment.

For birders, the park’s immense tracts of protected wilderness support a superb selection of large and charismatic species. Key targets include Common Ostrich, Kori Bustard and the unmistakable Southern Ground Hornbill, while the skies and treetops may produce Martial Eagle, Bateleur, several species of vulture and an outstanding diversity of other raptors. The park’s rivers, grasslands and mixed woodlands add still further variety, ensuring that almost every outing brings something new.

Combining classic African safari experiences with superb bushveld birding, this tour offers the chance to enjoy Kruger at its very best — from close encounters with some of the continent’s most iconic mammals to memorable sightings of its equally impressive birdlife.

Please note: these prices are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations.

 

Top Birds

Common Ostrich, Kori Bustard, Red-crested Korhaan, Southern Ground Hornbill, Bateleur, Martial, Crowned, African Hawk- and Tawny Eagles, Dark Chanting Goshawk, Lizard Buzzard, Lappet-faced, Cape, White-backed, Hooded & White-headed Vultures, chances for the elusive African Finfoot, White-crowned Lapwing, Swainson’s & Natal Spurfowls, Coqui Francolin, Bronze-winged Courser, Double-banded Sandgrouse, Verreaux’s Eagle-Owl, Southern White-faced Owl, Pearl-spotted & African Barred Owlets, Southern Red-billed & Southern Yellow-billed Hornbills, Brown-headed Parrot, Bennett’s Woodpecker, Grey-headed Bushshrike, Burchell’s & Cape Starlings, Magpie & Southern White-crowned Shrikes, Red-headed Weaver, White-throated Robin-Chat, Acacia Pied Barbet, Burchell’s Coucal, Chestnut-vented Warbler, Stierling’s Wren-Warbler, Violet-eared Waxbill, Burnt-necked Eremomela, African Pygmy & Giant Kingfishers, Black, Woolly-necked, Saddle-billed & Yellow-billed Storks, African Openbill.

Top Mammals

The ‘Big 5’, Cheetah, African Wild Dog, Side-striped Jackal, Greater Kudu, Giraffe, Spotted Hyena, Nyala, Common and Central African Large-spotted Genets, Wild Cat, African Civet, Serval, Cape Porcupine, White-tailed Mongoose, Klipspringer, Thick-tailed Greater Galago, Honey Badger, Caracal.

Habitats Covered

acacia savanna, bushveld, terminalia woodland, riverine forest, grasslands, rivers, wetlands

Expected Climate

subtropical with occasional rain, warm to very hot

Max Group Size

Up to 9 with 1 Rockjumper leader & local leader

Tour Pace & Walking

UNDEMANDING: This tour is ideal for birders and wildlife enthusiasts of all experience levels. It’s suitable for most mobility levels and offers a relaxed pace, ensuring an enjoyable experience for everyone.

relaxed

Accommodation

comfortable

Ease of Birding

easy

Number of Species Expected

180+

Other Attractions

vast, pristine wilderness

Photographic Opportunities

excellent

What our clients say about us

Glen Valentine
CA - South Africa 2021

I am still absorbing the wonderful trip that I took to South Africa. It was amazing. the guides, Glen Valentine and Riaan Botha were absolutely wonderful. They not only knew their birds and mammals, but they both had wonderful people skills. from the moment they showed up until they departed, I felt safe. They took good care of us, seeing to our basic needs, preparing us for the day's birds and itinerary.

Keith Valentine
LAM, South Africa - Alvaro's Adventures 2025

I had the best time and found Keith Valentine the most knowledgeable guide. The trip was absolutely amazing and I would definitely travel with Rockjumper again. I particularly enjoyed the vast types of habitats we visited and the amazing numbers and diversity of the birds we observed. I look at my photos now and relive the trip. It was so much fun. The trip to Manyoni was utterly phenomenal. A trip of a lifetime observing the Big 5 in their native habitats. Thanks so much. The guides at Zebra Hills were very knowledgeable and all the extra info they gave us about animal behaviors was wonderful? I had no preconceived notions of what type of accommodations we would have, but I was very satisfied.

Keith Valentine
MP & JP, South Africa 2018

Keith is a wonderful guide as well as a great person, and we are grateful to have made his acquaintance.

Julian Parsons
MH & AH, South Africa 2022

Our group of six was very lucky to have Julian Parsons and Musa as our tour guide and driver! Excellent knowledge of birds, biomes, and local culture and politics. Also both had a great sense of humor and they were adaptable to our group's moods: the perfect match for our group! We would recommend both of them for any future tours! Bottom line, a very memorable trip with lots of great memories. Thanks to all.

Keith Valentine
PN & PN, South Africa - Birds & Wine 2018

This was a wonderful tour...with something for everyone. The fun just never stopped! Keith Valentine's passion for wine, food, creatures; be they avian, mammal, or reptile, combined for his deep knowledge of all, and his love of the outdoors shows in everything he does!

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