|  | PLEASE NOTE: Due to circumstances beyond our control this trail will not be operating until mid 2008.
- Guided walking trails
- Game viewing
- Wilderness area
| The Makuleke Concession is perhaps the best area for walking in the entire Kruger National Park. It is blessed not only with exceptional biodiversity but also spectacular scenery, seasonally high densities of many large mammal species, a feeling of wilderness and remoteness, and a sense of history. The 24 000 hectare area is sandwiched between the life giving arteries of the Limpopo and Luvuvhu Rivers, both with well developed floodplains and a series of vitally important seasonal pans. Between the floodplains lie a ridge of hills with a network of drainage lines and secret perennial springs to which the area's game is drawn. Rugged baobab dotted kopjes jut from mopane woodland and endless vistas across palm-studded floodplains, acacia woodland and ethereal riverine forest soothe the soul.
Accommodation is in en-suite thatch and canvas tents raised on low platforms. A covered dining area overlooks the fire where all cooking takes place and from the shade of the central Nyala-berry tree, glimpses of the Limpopo floodplain are visible. A waterhole and nearby spring ensure that game is never too far away from this intimate and rustic camp. The three-night walking trail is led by an experienced and armed guide and tracker with the emphasis of the experience on wilderness.
Trails run on a schedule departure basis; either Tuesday to Friday or Friday to Monday. All guests need to check in at Pafuri Camp by 14h00 in order to sign indemnity forms. Shaded parking is available here. Transport to the trails camp is in an open 4x4 vehicle. |
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| Day 1 Northern Kruger
14h00 - Arrive at Pafuri Camp in the Northern Kruger in order to check in and park car. You will be met by your guide.
14h45 - Depart by 4x4 for the trails camp.
15h45 - arrive at the trails camp, unpack and settle in.
16h30 - afternoon tea followed by a short afternoon walk during which your guide will introduce the guidelines for the trail. This walk may be out onto the Limpopo floodplain, to a nearby spring or up the ridge of hills behind camp in order to gain your bearings.
18h00 - arrive back in camp before dark for a shower and drinks while the evening's food is prepared on the fire. After dinner relax around the fire before retiring to an early bed and the night sounds. | Day 2
05h00 - wake up.
05h30 - coffee and rusks before heading out on the morning walk. The direction of the walk will depend on local animal activity, but is likely to investigate the nearby waterhole or spring for the tracks of the night before and where appropriate to follow these tracks with the intention of finding the animal. Walking along animal paths and investigating likely areas for game or bird activity should see a 3-4 hour walk arriving back in camp for brunch.
10h00 - hearty brunch cooked on the fire together with fruit and cereal, followed by a midday siesta listening to cicadas, emerald-spotted wood doves and other sounds of the heat of the day.
16h30 - afternoon tea followed by a short afternoon walk.
18h00 - arrive back in camp before dark for a shower and drinks while the evening's food is prepared on the fire. After dinner relax around the fire before retiring to an early bed and the night sounds | Day 3
05h00 - wake up.
05h30 - coffee and rusks before heading out on the morning walk. The direction of the walk will depend on local animal activity, but is likely to investigate the nearby waterhole or spring for the tracks of the night before and where appropriate to follow these tracks with the intention of finding the animal. Walking along animal paths and investigating likely areas for game or bird activity should see a 3-4 hour walk arriving back in camp for brunch.
10h00 - hearty brunch cooked on the fire together with fruit and cereal, followed by a midday siesta.
16h30 - afternoon tea followed by a drive to an area before an afternoon walk.
18h00 - return to the vehicle for sundowners followed by a night drive back to camp. Following a shower, meet for drinks while the evening's food is prepared on the fire. After dinner relax around the fire before retiring to an early bed and the night sounds | Day 4
05h00 - wake up.
05h30 - coffee and rusks before heading out on the morning walk or drive. The intention of this morning's activity is to arrive back in the main camp for a late brunch before checking out. A drive will allow access to parts of the concession not yet seen, while a walk may be the choice of the more energetic.
10h00 - brunch served at Pafuri Camp.
11h00 - check out and depart. | Access
Flying times:
To/From Johannesburg Grand Central 1hr 40 minutes
Scheduled Sefofane seat rate service operating 3 times a week on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays from mid-to-late 2005.
Minimum 2 passengers
Driving times:
To/From:
Phalaborwa Airport ±5 hrs
Timbavati Camps ±5.5 hrs
Johannesburg Airport ±6.5 hrs
Nelspruit ±6 hrs
Air strip details
The airstrip is 1000 metres long, north-south facing and is lined with gravel. Transfer to the camp is a short 5 minutes drive | Group size
Maximum: 8 trailists |
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