Eco Safari in South Africa

BUSH SAFARI – SOUTH AFRICA

3 DAYS /3 NIGHTS

This 3-day/night photo safari staying at Buffelshoek Eco Tented Camp in the Manyeleti Private Game Reserve gives you the opportunity to stay at one of five individually raised wooden deck eco-friendly safari tents, looking towards a natural waterhole. From your own private tent you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the ‘bush’, especially at night.  Enjoy a true African wilderness experience.

WHAT TO EXPECT

On this photo safari we cater for photographers of all abilities, however non-photographers or videographers, spouses/travel companions will also have fun on this Eco photo safari.   The wildlife and birds we will encounter will appeal to anyone with a love for animals and nature.

THE CAMP

Buffelshoek Eco Tented Camp has no mains electric; with light and limited power provided via solar panels and battery systems which also operate the camps main fridges and freezers.  The hot water systems operate via bottled gas, with water being provide via borehole.

The Eco camp is located within the private 23, 000-hectare Manyeleti Private Game Reserve which borders the Kruger National Park, Timbavati and the Sabi Sands game reserves.

DAY 1 – ITINERARY

Arrive at the camp (+/- 2 pm in time for lunch).  Sunset game drive with a qualified driver/tracker and professional wildlife photographer.  Return to camp around 7 pm for dinner and prepare for the following days game drive.  Discuss, over dinner the photographs taken from the Sunset drive.  Maybe an opportunity to try some night time photography after dinner  (conditions permitting).

DAY 2 & 3 ITINERARY

Early morning call at 5 am – Coffee/Tea & Rusks
Set off for our morning photography game drive in an open safari vehicle at 5-30am. Duration: +/- 3hrs dependant on guests and sightings.

Breakfast is served on our return to camp at around 8-30am
After breakfast, relax around the camp and get the opportunity to sit and discuss your photographs together with Tony.

Around 3.30pm the afternoon photo game drive departs into the early evening with our trained local guide and tracker.
Returning to camp, there will be time to freshen up before dinner is served in the lantern-lit boma or bush lounge.

MORNING OF DEPARTURE

Early morning call at 5 am – Coffee/Tea & Rusks
Set off for our morning game drive in an open safari vehicle at 5-30am.
After a morning game drive, it will then be time to head back to the camp for breakfast and to check-out (camp check out is at 10:00 am).

Note: Itineraries are flexible and can be discussed on the day in camp, dependant on the weather,  time of the year.

NUMBER OF DAYS

Additional days can be added to this privately guided photo safari in the Manyeleti Game Reserve should they be required.  Please advise us at the time of booking for revised prices or contact us for other wildlife safaris, photo safaris, birding tours or custom safari options should they be required.

COSTS & INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS FOR BUFFELSHOEK TENTED CAMP MANYELETI RESERVE

(ZAR prices are an estimation linked to the exchange rate and the exact price will be confirmed via invoice at the time of booking)

This photo safari will run throughout the year with a minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 6 guests.

Safari Cost : From ZAR P.O.A. pp sharing

We can accept payment via International SWIFT transfer, Credit Card or Paypal.

Please be advised:

Please contact us for any single supplement requirements, together with your preferred travel arrangements, so we can advise you on the availability of your dates and open spaces on this safari.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

• 3 days/3 nights at Buffelshoek tented camp in the Manyeleti Game Reserve
• Elevated tent under thatch
• Two game drives daily (6 Drives in total)
• 3 Meals daily and selected beverages (ie. fruit juice, water, tea & coffee)
• Photography host

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

• Any flights
• Visas
• Transfers to Buffelshoek Tented Camp (please contact us for prices if transfers are required)
• Gratuities (Please allow between $US 5-10 a day or rand equivalent for the driver and the tracker) if you wish to give anything. This should be paid in cash.
• Purchases of a personal nature
• Manyeleti Game Reserve gate entry fees
• All Alcoholic & Soft Drinks (Beers, Wines, Mixer’s, Coke etc…) Guests may bring their own alcoholic drinks or can purchase and or place a drinks order in advance.
• Telephone calls

We regret that we are unable to accommodate children under the age of 12 on this photo safari.

SOUTH AFRICA

South Africa is officially listed as one of the most biologically diverse countries on earth.  With South Africa being made up of an astonishing kaleidoscope of landscapes as well as a plethora of eco-systems.

From the arid, near-deserts on its west coast to the montane forests and subalpine zones at the top of the beautiful Drakensberg at nearly 3,500 metres above sea-level.  In the South African cape, you will find pristine beaches and the uniqueness of its Fynbos ecosystems and lest we forget the vast wildlife and birds to encounter on the rich savannahs of its north-east provinces.

Without a doubt, any visitor to South Africa will be captivated by its constantly changing landscapes and the warm friendly people one encounters.  All this goes towards making up, what can only be described as, experiences one will never forget and want to keep coming back for more of the same.

This applies particularly for those who wish to capture and record their experience no matter what photographic genre, as South Africa remains a primary destination for experiencing a Big 5 wildlife safari, with our specialist Kruger Park Safaris and tours.  Phenomenal birding and nature photography where the enthusiast can lay witness to the annual bird migration which takes place annually. Read more about South Africa

GENERAL INFORMATION

‘WILD AFRICA’ BUFFELSHOEK TENTED (Eco) CAMP –  MANYELETI GAME RESERVE

As one of only a handful of private camps and lodges on the Manyeleti Reserve, guests at Buffelshoek Tented Camp can be assured not to encounter those big tour groups travelling around in large buses or vehicles while on your game drives or at any other time.  Guests can truly expect a ‘Wild Africa’ bush experience in one of South Africa’s most beautiful places.

This 23,000-hectare private game reserve borders directly to the vast Kruger National Park, as well as the famous Sabi Sands and Timbavati Game Reserves.  Manyeleti is home to well over a hundred mammal and reptile species including Africa’s Big 5, which roam freely.  Keen birders will also delight in over 300 species of birds which can be seen on this reserve.  Our guests will enjoy some of South Africa’s most spectacular and extraordinary variety of wildlife, bird life and plant life within the Manyeleti reserve, ensuring that each safari experience will be unique.

The vast tranquil expanse surrounding Buffelshoek tented camp, a magical place where African elephants, rhino and Cape buffalo roam.  Guests at Buffelshoek are sure to fall asleep to the sounds of the ‘whooping’ hyenas or the not so distant roar of the lions.

Together, Buffelshoek tented camp and Manyeleti game reserve make a perfect combination for a great safari destination for wildlife photographers, nature and bird enthusiasts alike.

OTHER GENERAL SAFARI INFORMATION

• It should be noted that the Manyeleti Game Reserve is located within in a Malaria area, guests are advised to seek medical advice from your own doctor in this respect.
• Please read our Safari Safety and Etiquette to ensure you have an enjoyable and trouble free safari experience with us.
• There is wifi access and mobile phone reception at Buffelshoek Tented Camp (communal area).

WHAT TO BRING ON SAFARI

• Mornings and evenings in an open safari vehicle are cold to cool (even in the summer), bring a fleece and a windbreaker jacket
• Rain jacket, hat, cap or beanie
• Sunblock
• Binoculars
• Spare batteries for your camera
• Torch
• Camera/video camera & flash (for wildlife photography a 300 – 400mm lens is ideal but there are opportunities for wildlife images for all sizes of lenses.
• Should you wish to hire any camera equipment or binoculars for your trip then we can assist, you can enquire here

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