Eswatini & Kruger Combo Safari — 7 Nights
Pair the Kingdom's malaria-conscious reserves with the mighty Kruger for a complete Big Five journey
Overview
This is the best of two worlds: the intimate, walkable reserves of the Kingdom of Eswatini paired with the sheer scale and Big Five density of South Africa's Kruger. Over seven nights you cycle and walk among zebra and antelope at Mlilwane, track black rhino on foot at Mkhaya, meet lion, elephant and white rhino at Hlane, then cross into the Greater Kruger for classic open-vehicle game drives in one of Africa's greatest wildlife arenas. It is an active, varied, superb-value journey that suits families and adventurous couples alike.
The kingdom's reserves are malaria-free or low-risk and full of activities you cannot do in the big parks — cycling, horse riding and guided walks among plains game at Mlilwane, and on-foot rhino tracking at Mkhaya. You then cross to a private lodge in the Greater Kruger for guided drives with expert rangers seeking leopard, lion, elephant, buffalo and rhino. Short, scenic transfers link each leg, and Swazi cultural touches — craft markets, homestead visits and traditional food — give the journey a warmth the mega-parks cannot. All park fees, activities, guiding and transfers are included.
Who It's For
Active families and couples who want variety — cycling, walking and game drives — and the contrast between Eswatini's intimate kingdom reserves and Kruger's big-game spectacle, all on an easy overland circuit from Johannesburg.
Package Highlights
Cycle and walk among zebra, nyala and antelope at Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary
Track black rhino on foot with expert rangers at Mkhaya
Lion, elephant and white rhino at Hlane's floodlit waterhole
Classic Big Five open-vehicle game drives in the Greater Kruger
Authentic Swazi culture — craft markets, homesteads and cuisine
Malaria-free kingdom reserves ideal for families
A varied, active circuit combining foot, bike and 4x4 safaris
All park fees, activities, guiding and transfers included
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Depart Johannesburg on a scenic drive into the Kingdom of Eswatini, arriving at Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley. Settle into the rest camp, where warthog, nyala and impala wander freely between the huts. An afternoon guided walk or bike ride introduces you to a sanctuary with no big predators, where you can safely explore on foot among the plains game.
🏨 Accommodation: Mlilwane Rest Camp
🍽️ Meals: Full Board
Featured Lodges & Accommodation
Mlilwane Rest Camp
📍 Southern Africa
Beehive hut / cottage · Full Board basis
From $150 per person per night
Stone Camp, Mkhaya
📍 Southern Africa
Open-sided stone-and-thatch cottage · Full Board basis
From $320 per person per night
Ndlovu Camp, Hlane
📍 Southern Africa
Waterhole-view rondavel/cottage · Full Board basis
From $220 per person per night
Greater Kruger Private Lodge
📍 Southern Africa
Luxury bush suite · Full Board basis
From $620 per person per night
Pricing & Options
All prices per person sharing. Customize any tier to your preferences.
Classic Two-Country Safari
(~$743/night)
Mlilwane, Mkhaya and Hlane plus a Greater Kruger lodge, with all activities, park fees and transfers
Get QuotePrivate Two-Country Safari
(~$1,000/night)
Private guide and vehicle, upgraded Kruger lodge and an extra Kruger night for more game drives
Get QuoteWhat's Included & Excluded
✓ Included
- ✓ 2 nights Mlilwane Rest Camp (full board)
- ✓ 2 nights Stone Camp, Mkhaya (full board)
- ✓ 1 night Ndlovu Camp, Hlane (full board)
- ✓ 2 nights Greater Kruger private lodge (full board)
- ✓ Return road transfers from Johannesburg and all inter-reserve transfers
- ✓ Cycling and walking activities at Mlilwane
- ✓ Guided walking safaris and 4x4 game drives at Mkhaya and Hlane
- ✓ Open-vehicle Big Five game drives in the Greater Kruger
- ✓ All park and conservation fees, expert guiding throughout
- ✓ All meals on safari as specified
✗ Excluded
- ✗ International and regional flights
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Visa fees where applicable
- ✗ Drinks and personal expenses
- ✗ Curios and gratuities
- ✗ Antimalarials for the Kruger leg (low-risk area)
- ✗ Anything not specified as included
Photo Gallery
Best Time to Travel
The dry winter months from May to October give the best game viewing across both Eswatini and the Greater Kruger, with thinning bush, cooler days and wildlife drawn to water. Summer (November to March) is hot, green and excellent for birding and newborns. The Kruger leg is a low-risk malaria area, so we send seasonal health guidance; the Eswatini reserves are malaria-free to low-risk year-round.
Why Choose This Package
Two countries, two contrasting styles — intimate kingdom reserves and mighty Kruger
Active safari: cycling, walking and 4x4 game drives in one trip
Walk near black rhino at Mkhaya, then chase leopard in the Greater Kruger
Authentic Swazi culture alongside a classic Big Five safari — superb value
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Experience the Eswatini & Kruger Combo Safari — 7 Nights?
From $5,200 per person | 8 Days / 7 Nights
⚡ Limited availability for peak season 2026 — book early to secure your dates