Departure takes place from the OR Tambo International airport in Johannesburg by shuttle to Gecko Lodge – Raw luxury in the heart of Mpumalanga, in association with Shinzelle Safaris, situated a short 15 kms from the Kruger Park, where you will stay for your 3 nights on safari, ideally situated close to Hazyview, surrounded by natural forest, providing the perfect gateway to explore the entire Kruger region, a mere 15 minutes from Phabeni Gate the nearest Kruger National Park entry point. After check in we will depart in the early afternoon for your first safari in the Kruger Park, this safari takes you into Kruger in the late afternoon/ early evening when the animals begin to get active again after the mid-day heat, maximising your viewing potential, you’ll be able to enjoy the natural environment in an open safari vehicle with a professional field guide before returning to the lodge to enjoy an authentic African inspired menu specially prepared by the lodges local chef.