Tours/Johannesburg/5 Day Lodge and Treehouse Kruger National Park Safari
Viator · group up to 9 pax

5 Day Lodge and Treehouse Kruger National Park Safari

4.8(24)Johannesburg1 hour
VIATOR4.0(1)TRIPADVISOR4.9(23)

Description

• 1 night accommodation in a chalet and 3 nights in a treehouse • 3 hour sunset drive on Balule Big 5 Reserve • Bush braai at Marula Tree Boma • 4 hour Big Five bush walk with armed rangers • Full day in Kruger National Park on open gameviewer • 3 hour Motlala Game Reserve drive • Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre • Scenic highlights of Blyde River Canyon • including Three Rondawels

Tour Options

5 Day Lodge and Treehouse Kruger National Park Safari
  • Pickup included

Highlights

Local guide
National Park fees
All taxes, fees and handling charges
4 nights accommodation
Lunch on non transfer days & days not in Kruger
Lunch
Local taxes
Coffee and/or Tea
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel and/or Airport pickup and drop-off
All activities

What's included

Included
Local guide
National Park fees
All taxes, fees and handling charges
4 nights accommodation
Lunch on non transfer days & days not in Kruger
Lunch
Local taxes
Coffee and/or Tea
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Hotel and/or Airport pickup and drop-off
All activities
Not included
Drinks
Lunch on transfer days and days in Kruger (we will stop at places where lunch can be purchased)
Gratuities
Flight to South Africa
Items of a personal nature

Pickup Locations & Times

Take note that transfers to the lodges are included in the package. All transfers that depart from the airport (O R Tambo Airport) depart no later than 9:30am and flights should be booked accordingly. Allowance needs to be made for disembarkment and customs to meet your driver on time. Drop offs at the airport are by 5:00pm on the last day. Again, allowance needs to be made for Check in and Boarding. Please bear this in mind when booking flights. We will collect you from your Johannesburg hotel (location dependant) or O.R. Tambo Airport on the day of departure as mentioned. We would recommend booking accommodation either at the airport, (O R Tambo Airport) or in Sandton City.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Reviews(24)

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Venture40497840797
June 15, 2026
Best Safari Ever

I just had the most amazing time. I really feel like I booked with the right company. All the amazing animal encounters aside, the staff was awesome to be around. Everyone from the kitchen to the guides was always informative, passionate and a joy to be around. Highlight of the trip was probably the bush walk and would love to do more of that in the future. Thank you and the rest of the staff for creating such a great week.

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Hi there Thanks for a good review. We are pleased that you chose our company and that `viva produced AMAZING animal encounters. Thanks for your generous praise of our passionate staff. We are pleased you so enjoyed the Big Five bush walk - it makes selling our packages very easy. We look forward to hosting you again. Be well

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Stay06575470235
March 19, 2026
An absolutely amazing experience!

We had an absolutely incredible time at Viva Safari! From start to finish, everything was just perfect. The guides were amazing – extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely warm - especially Luke and Rocky! The entire team was so friendly, attentive, and kind. From the very first second, we felt truly welcomed and well taken care of. The experiences, the nature, and the overall atmosphere were simply unforgettable. We enjoyed every single moment and will for sure come back! Thank you so much for this wonderful experience! 🦁

Operator response

Hi there Thanks for an absolutely amazing review! It is great to know that Swiss tourists found that " from start to finish, everything was just perfect". We are thrilled that you felt welcomed and well cared for by our attentive staff. The guides are well described by you : "extremely knowledgeable, passionate and warm." Thanks sincerely for that. We are pleased that Viva Safaris provided an UNFORGETTABLE WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE - that, precisely, is our motto. We would love to welcome you again. Be well

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385chandlerl
November 15, 2025
Mind blowing trip - Animals, Kindness, Comfort, and Adventure

I can’t recommend this company enough! At first, I was nervous to try to make new friends, but it’s impossible not to. How can you not bond when viewing cats, rhinos, birds, etc. together? The staff thought of every need and comfort we would need. The conversations with the guides felt so genuine, and they were open to sharing about themselves, making the experience even deeper. Godi was my favorite guide- he was excited to show us the park, connected well with other guides, and was so knowledgeable. I also really enjoyed time with Smiley, Luke, and Quintin. Lastly, I adored the treehouses. I’ve never slept so peacefully. The bed was so comfortable, and the music of the outdoors filled the room. I hope you take a chance with Viva Safaris 🥰

2 people found this helpful
Operator response

Hi Lorraine Wow !! Thanks for a mind-blowing review!! We are so pleased that you made new friends. Thanks for your insightful analysis of our guides - they are, indeed, a very passionate and genuine bunch ! Nhlanhla Godi is looking taller since he read this review! We thank you for your appreciation of Marc's Treehouses - it is a UNIQUE camp. Be well

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kyleoconnor
September 10, 2025
Words cannot describe how amazing this tour was!

Everything from start to finish was amazing. The drivers, the guides, the FOOD, the hosts, I cannot stress enough how amazing it was. MUST DO

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

Hi Kyle Thanks for a unique heading - we are thrilled that our safari package is indescribably amazing. We are pleased that you appreciated everything. Thanks for your MUST DO exhortation. Be well

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lucascD1900VO
August 23, 2025
Safari 100% - Viva Safari Approved!!!!

Our expectations were up there to do Safari, and they were all met. Everything was fulfilled. Thanks to Rock, Uall Hackuna Matata, made the trip more special.

Operator response

Hi Lucas Thanks for a 100% approval rating ! We are pleased that all your expectations were realized and that your safari was made so special by the efforts of out rangers. Rocky and Smiley ( Hakuna Matata) send their regards . Be well

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G125ECrobine
August 14, 2025
An unforgettable experiance!

We had an awesome experiance! Everything was perfect! The rooms were nice, the food was delicious, the drivers was nice, the safari guides were excellent and the service was always on top. We’ve never met people this nice and happy before. There are loads of people that deserves to be mentioned, but sadly we don’t remember all the names. But we do remember Luke and Marks names. These two might be the best safari guides in the world - very professional and super kind, they make every tour very exciting and fun. We would like to thank Viva Safaris for an unforgettable experiance!

Operator response

Hi Robin We are pleased that you had an "unforgettable experience" with Viva Safaris - that is our motto ! It is so fulfilling to read that "everything was perfect". It is wonderful that you have never met a more "nice and happy" staff. Thanks for praising Luke and Marc - they will be thrilled to know that you rate them "the best safari guides in the world"- wow !!! We hope to see you again. Be well

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never2never
July 23, 2025
First time in the bush

Excellent and friendly service, comfortable lodgings. I took my grandkids to the bush for the very first time. They loved every moment

Operator response

Hi Joel Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with Viva Safaris. We are pleased that you enjoyed the excellent service and comfortable lodgings at Tremisana Lodge and Marc's Treehouse Lodge. It is good to know that your grandchildren's first bush experience was thoroughly enjoyed. Be well

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danielu298
July 1, 2025
Dream come true!

This is a very professional operation at all levels. We saw a lot, including the hyenas who stopped by at dinner our first night, the lion parade our last evening, and all of the Big Five in less than 24 hours (thank you Victor!) but what I really appreciated is the attention they paid to our needs and preferences instead of just pushing us through a standard experience. My husband is a vegan and I can't have dairy, so often when we travel our food options are pretty limited and basic. At Tremisana and especially the Treehouse the cooks really put time and effort into coming up with meals for us that weren't just free of the things we couldn't eat but actually interesting and delicious. I knew my husband and daughter would really enjoy the Moholoholo Reserve, which was not part of the 5-day trip we reserved, but I had hoped perhaps we could tag along with a group that was going on one the days we were there. Educate arranged a visit for us, but instead of adding us to another group, Charl drove the three of us there, waited while we toured the facility (which we really enjoyed), and then took us to Tremisana. Now that we're back home my husband can't stop telling everyone what a fabulous time we had and urging them to visit too. I'm attaching some of our "National Geographic Photos!" (again, thanks, Victor!)

Operator response

Hi Daniel A DREAM review ! We are touched by your appreciation of Viva Safaris' professionalism at all levels. It is gratifying to know that our staff attended to you personally and that your food requirements were met. We are pleased that you enjoyed the food so much. Charl is happy to know that you loved the visit to the orphaned and injured animals at Moholoholo. Thanks for so actively promoting Viva Safaris ! Be well

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kyleoconnor
May 27, 2025
Go with this company, you will not regret it!

Too many great things to say about this company/tour in 1 review. From the morning I was picked up from my hotel, the staff were all incredible and the transportation was seamless. The first night at Tremisana game lodge was great, the bush BBQ was so much fun! The evening game drive we got to see a leopard, and the tour guides were so knowledgeable. The following morning we were lucky enough to see a male lion on the bush walk, Luke and Andy made sure we all felt safe and comfortable the whole time. The time in Kruger was AMAZING, Victor was such a fun and knowledgeable guide. We were lucky enough to see the other 4 of the big 5 in Kruger, and had SUCH a fun time on this tour. The food was amazing, all the staff, every detail was planned perfectly and seamless, I was so impressed with this company. Would love to return!

Operator response

Hi Kyle Wow! Thanks for such an incredibly good recommendation. Your description of your experience with Viva Safaris leaves absolutely nothing to be desired - any serious potential guest will be very impressed. You were fortunate to see a leopard on your first Sunset Drive, a male lion on the Bush Walk and the rest of the Big Five in Kruger. Just as you were so impressed by our company, our staff are equally impressed by this wonderful review. Thanks so very much for such a high-quality description. We are looking forward to seeing you again. Be well.

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mikaelf468
March 27, 2025
An amazing experience

A wonderful combination of long and short game drives at different times of the day and bush walks which lets you experience the nature and wildlife in different ways. Very knowledgeable and dedicated guides as well as excellent food and lodgings.

Operator response

Hi Mikael Thanks for an AMAZING review ! We are thrilled to learn that your wildlife experience with Viva Safaris was "wonderful". Thanks for your appreciation of all facets of our safari package : very knowledgeable, dedicated guides and excellent food and accommodation. Be well

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