SAFARI ADVENTURES
At ASHTRAILS, we specialise in guided wilderness experiences that take you deep into the heart of Big 5 country.
From primitive backpack trails and overland eco-adventures to guided Kruger Park trails and unforgettable game drives in Hoedspruit’s private reserves, every experience is crafted for explorers who crave authenticity, adventure and meaningful time in nature.
KRUGER SAFARIS & ADVENTURES RATES
PACKAGES
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KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
SAFARI ACTIVITIES
ASHTRAILS SAFARI
SAFARI & WILDERNESS EXPERIENCES
Bespoke Primitive Backpack Trails – Big 5 Guided
Raw, immersive, off-the-grid wilderness experiences for the true adventurer.
Selati Game Reserve (Big 5)
Step into one of South Africa’s most biodiverse private reserves on a fully guided, primitive Big Five trail. Carry everything on your back, walk through untouched wilderness, and sleep under the stars.
Pafuri Primitive Backpack Trail
Coming soon: A remote, wild, and ancient landscape in the northernmost region of the Kruger. Expect spectacular riverine forests, Luvuvhu floodplains, and unmatched birdlife.
Kruger National Park Guided Backpack Trails – SANParks Guides
For adventurers seeking raw wilderness immersion inside the world-famous Kruger National Park.
Olifants Backpack Trail
Follow the mighty Olifants River on a multi-day trail known for elephants, hippos, dramatic scenery, and riverine biodiversity.
Mphongolo Backpack Trail
A true wilderness trail with no set route—your qualified trail guides tailor each day’s path to animal activity and conditions.
Lonely Bull Backpack Trail
Walk through remote mopane woodlands and vast river systems as you track Big Five species on foot.
Kruger National Park Big Five Eco-Adventure Trails (4x4)
Guided 4x4 overland expeditions for travellers wanting to explore Kruger’s most remote corners.
Lebombo 4x4 Overland Eco Trail (4 nights / 5 days)
An iconic north–south wilderness route stretching along the Lebombo Mountains. Expect rugged 4x4 terrain, panoramic viewpoints, Big Five sightings, and untouched African landscapes.
Malopeni 4x4 Overland Trail (2 nights / 3 days)
A shorter but equally thrilling ecological expedition exploring northern Kruger’s wilderness areas and remote riverbeds.
Morning & Evening Game Drives – Hoedspruit Private Reserves
Experience world-class Big 5 game viewing in Hoedspruit’s premier reserves. Ideal for families, photographers and safari lovers seeking a shorter, high-quality wildlife experience.
ASHTRAILS arranges guided drives at:
Moditlo Game Reserve
Leadwood Big 5 Reserve
Blue Canyon Conservancy
Pridelands Conservancy (Greater Kruger)
Kaya Ndlovu Big 5 Reserve
Enjoy breathtaking sightings, expert guides, golden-hour photography opportunities, and unforgettable moments in the African bush.
HOEDSPRUIT DAY PACKAGE
ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES
HIGHLIGHTS:
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Full Day Mpumalanga Panorama Tours
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Hot air ballooning
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Helicopter Flips over Blyde River Canyon
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Quad biking
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Non-Big 5 mountain biking
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Day Hikes
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Blyde Dam Boat trips
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Zip lining
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Specialist Birding Safaris
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Elephant experiences
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Hoedspruit Reptile Centre
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Moholoholo Wildlife Rehab centre
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Cultural Village Tours
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Horse back trails - Hoedspruit
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Spa treatments at local lodges
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Birding day trip with local bird guide – Magoebaskloof
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Guided 4 x 4 Mariepskop Day visit
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Hoedspruit local tours – restaurants, cafes, crafts, relaxed time
