7-Day Family Safari Adventure: Boston to South Africa’s Kruger & Johannesburg

Day 1: Travel Day

Boston, USA → Johannesburg, South Africa on June 15, 2025

5:30pm

Depart Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

Board Delta/KLM flight via Amsterdam heading to Johannesburg for a balance of comfort and cost.
Included in flight cost, Approx. 14h flight + layover

11:00am (next day)

Arrive at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), Johannesburg

Complete customs and immigration, pick up luggage, and transfer to hotel.
Included in transfer, 1h

12:30pm

Transfer to Holiday Inn Rosebank

Check-in and get settled; comfortable family-friendly hotel with good amenities.
$150/night, 30m
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Day 2: Johannesburg City

Johannesburg, South Africa on June 16, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at the hotel

Enjoy a buffet breakfast with a variety of options to fuel your day.
Included with hotel stay, 1h

9:30am

Visit Apartheid Museum

Explore South Africa’s history through engaging exhibits; open 9am–5pm.
ZAR140 (~$10), 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Pata Pata Restaurant

Savor authentic South African dishes in a vibrant setting, open 11am–3pm.
Approx. ZAR150 (~$11), 1h

1:30pm

Visit Mandela House Museum

Tour Nelson Mandela’s historic home; open 9am–4pm, an inspiring cultural experience.
ZAR50 (~$3.50), 1.5h

4:00pm

Return to hotel and relax

Unwind and prepare for dinner.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at 44 Stanley

Enjoy diverse international and local cuisine in an elegant outdoor marketplace, open until 10pm.
Approx. ZAR200 (~$15), 1.5h
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Day 3: Johannesburg Leisure

Johannesburg, South Africa on June 17, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at the hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast buffet.
Included, 1h

9:00am

Visit Lion Park

Enjoy a family-friendly wildlife park just outside Johannesburg with close-up animal encounters; open 8am–5pm.
ZAR150 (~$11), 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Lion Park Snack Bar

Convenient casual meal at the park.
Approx. ZAR100 (~$7), 1h

2:00pm

Return to hotel and pack for safari

Prepare luggage and documents for the next day’s flight to Kruger Mpumalanga.
Free, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at Moyo Melrose Arch

Dine on delicious African cuisine with cultural entertainment; open until 9pm.
Approx. ZAR250 (~$18), 1.5h
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Day 4: Travel & Safari Start

Kruger Mpumalanga, South Africa on June 18, 2025

6:00am

Early breakfast at hotel

Essential early meal before domestic flight, included in hotel stay.
Included, 1h

8:00am

Transfer to O.R. Tambo Airport

Private transfer to airport for domestic flight.
$50, 30m

10:00am

Flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP)

Domestic flight approx. 1h 15m; book on budget domestic carriers to save time.
$200 round-trip per person, 1h 15m

11:30am

Lodge transfer and check-in at Shindzela Tented Camp

Arrive at mid-range, all-inclusive safari lodge offering guided game drives and family-friendly amenities.
$350/night per person all-inclusive, 30m

1:00pm

Lunch at lodge

Enjoy a freshly prepared meal at the lodge’s restaurant included in your package.
Included, 1h

3:30pm

Afternoon game drive

Guided safari drive to spot wildlife such as elephants, lions, and rhinos; usually lasts 3 hours; lodge scheduled.
Included, 3h

7:00pm

Dinner at lodge

Nightly dinner featuring local and international cuisine included with lodge stay.
Included, 1.5h
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Day 5: Safari Adventure

Kruger Mpumalanga, South Africa on June 19, 2025

6:00am

Early morning game drive

Depart early to see predators and active wildlife, included with lodge service.
Included, 3h

9:30am

Breakfast at lodge

Return for a buffet breakfast in the dining area.
Included, 1h

11:00am

Leisure at lodge pool or nature walk

Rest or guided walk exploring flora and smaller fauna; open during daytime hours.
Included, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at lodge

Midday meal included in stay.
Included, 1h

4:00pm

Late afternoon game drive

Another guided safari to catch animals in cooler hours; enhances wildlife viewing opportunities.
Included, 3h

7:30pm

Dinner at lodge

Dinner with possible storytelling or cultural entertainment.
Included, 1.5h
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Day 6: Final Safari Day

Kruger Mpumalanga, South Africa on June 20, 2025

6:00am

Final morning game drive

Take advantage of your last opportunity to spot wildlife with an early departure.
Included, 3h

9:30am

Breakfast at lodge

Enjoy your final breakfast at the lodge.
Included, 1h

11:00am

Relax and pack

Prepare for afternoon departure to Johannesburg.
Free, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at lodge

Light lunch before travel.
Included, 1h

3:00pm

Transfer to KMIA for flight back to Johannesburg

Private shuttle to airport to catch afternoon flight.
Included with lodge or $50 approx., 30m

5:00pm

Flight from Kruger Mpumalanga (MQP) to Johannesburg (JNB)

Return flight takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
$200 round-trip per person (already included), 1h 15m

7:00pm

Check back into Holiday Inn Rosebank

Relax after a day of travel with dinner nearby or at hotel.
$150/night, 30m

8:00pm

Dinner at hotel or nearby eatery

Casual dinner to end the day; hotel has in-house dining options open until 9pm.
Approx. ZAR150 (~$11), 1h
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Day 7: Return Home

Johannesburg → Boston on June 21, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast before leaving for the airport.
Included, 1h

7:00am

Transfer to O.R. Tambo International Airport

Private transfer to catch international return flight.
$50, 30m

10:00am

Depart Johannesburg to Boston via Amsterdam

Board Delta/KLM flight for comfortable journey back home.
Included in flight cost, Approx. 15h including layover

9:30pm

Arrive at Boston Logan International Airport

Conclude your memorable South Africa safari family trip.
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