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Safari on horseback | Waterberg Big Five Safari

Adventure in Big Five reserve of Waterberg region

Safari on horseback | Waterberg Big Five Safari

Adventure in Big Five reserve of Waterberg region


In a nutshell

Webcode: SAB008

Program Type: Safari on horseback
Travel Time: all seasons
Lodging: Safari Lodge
Catering: Full board
Accomodation: single and double rooms
Language: englisch
Non Riders: Auf Anfrage
Kids: Auf Anfrage
Own Horse: nein

Group Size
Min: 2
Max: 8


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The Waterberg Big Five Lodge is part of the Kaingo Private Game Reserve and is located just one hour from Waterberg's main safari camp. The Big Five Reserve spans 16,400 hectares of bush savannah, valleys, and impressive mountain landscapes, enhanced by the winding Mokolo River, and is home to more than 50 mammal species and over 250 bird species. Kaingo offers exceptional ecological diversity and a truly authentic African wildlife experience in a reserve where conservation is paramount and all tourism revenue goes directly into meaningful conservation initiatives.




Itinerary

Experience the ultimate African riding adventure with a perfectly balanced stay. Begin with 3 nights at Waterberg Bushwillow Camp, the cozy riding lodge where you can get used to the rhythm of life on horseback – long, scenic rides through open plains, gentle introductions to the local landscape, and evenings around the campfire under the starry sky.

In the middle of the trip, continue to Waterberg Big Five River Lodge for the next 4 nights, where the adventure in the reserve begins. Ride among elephants, cheetahs, buffalos, rhinos, and lions, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers who care about both safety and authentic encounters with the wilderness. Each day offers exciting rides, exceptional wildlife viewing, and the special privilege of experiencing Africa's iconic wildlife from the saddle. This carefully curated stay combines confidence-building riding, varied terrain, and unforgettable encounters with the Big 5—ideal for experienced riders seeking depth, diversity, and true immersion in the African bush.


Accomodation
The Big Five River Lodge has 10 detached double/twin rooms with en-suite bathrooms, each with a private veranda overlooking the river. Each room is equipped with a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, and air conditioning. Guests also have access to the main lodge area with a swimming pool, bar, riverside viewing deck, and comfortable lounge and dining areas.


Saddle & Tack: The horses are ridden in South African Trail saddles and most have snaffle bridles.

Experience: You must be an experienced and fit rider who is comfortable at all paces. You are riding in an area of dangerous game and it is important that you are secure on your horse. The terrain can be challenging with both uphill and downhill canters along winding and uneven roads, where you might encounter low hanging branches and other obstacles. There will also be long periods at walk when you are tracking game.
Hard hats are mandatory on this ride.

Horses: The lodge has a number of excellent well-schooled horses from Thoroughbreds and Arabs to Boerperd crosses


In a nutshell

Webcode: SAB008

Program Type: Safari on horseback
Travel Time: all seasons
Lodging: Safari Lodge
Catering: Full board
Accomodation: single and double rooms
Language: englisch
Non Riders: Auf Anfrage
Kids: Auf Anfrage
Own Horse: nein

Group Size
Min: 2
Max: 8


Your Expert:

Questions? Contact us

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Safari on horseback | Waterberg Big Five Safari

Adventure in Big Five reserve of Waterberg region


Kurzinformation

Webcode: SAB008

Programmart: Safari on horseback
Reisezeit: all seasons
Unterkunft: Safari Lodge
Verpflegung: Full board
Zimmer: single and double rooms
Sprache: englisch
Nichtreiter: Auf Anfrage
Kinder: Auf Anfrage
Eigenes Pferd: nein


Gruppengrösse / Mitreiter
Min: 2
Max: 8
 

Beschreibung & Reiseverlauf




The Waterberg Big Five Lodge is part of the Kaingo Private Game Reserve and is located just one hour from Waterberg's main safari camp. The Big Five Reserve spans 16,400 hectares of bush savannah, valleys, and impressive mountain landscapes, enhanced by the winding Mokolo River, and is home to more than 50 mammal species and over 250 bird species. Kaingo offers exceptional ecological diversity and a truly authentic African wildlife experience in a reserve where conservation is paramount and all tourism revenue goes directly into meaningful conservation initiatives.



 

Reiseverlauf





Experience the ultimate African riding adventure with a perfectly balanced stay. Begin with 3 nights at Waterberg Bushwillow Camp, the cozy riding lodge where you can get used to the rhythm of life on horseback – long, scenic rides through open plains, gentle introductions to the local landscape, and evenings around the campfire under the starry sky.

In the middle of the trip, continue to Waterberg Big Five River Lodge for the next 4 nights, where the adventure in the reserve begins. Ride among elephants, cheetahs, buffalos, rhinos, and lions, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers who care about both safety and authentic encounters with the wilderness. Each day offers exciting rides, exceptional wildlife viewing, and the special privilege of experiencing Africa's iconic wildlife from the saddle. This carefully curated stay combines confidence-building riding, varied terrain, and unforgettable encounters with the Big 5—ideal for experienced riders seeking depth, diversity, and true immersion in the African bush.

 

Unterkunft



The Big Five River Lodge has 10 detached double/twin rooms with en-suite bathrooms, each with a private veranda overlooking the river. Each room is equipped with a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, and air conditioning. Guests also have access to the main lodge area with a swimming pool, bar, riverside viewing deck, and comfortable lounge and dining areas.

Pferde, Reiten & Zaumzeug


Pferde: The lodge has a number of excellent well-schooled horses from Thoroughbreds and Arabs to Boerperd crosses

Sattel & Zaum: The horses are ridden in South African Trail saddles and most have snaffle bridles.

Reiterfahrung: You must be an experienced and fit rider who is comfortable at all paces. You are riding in an area of dangerous game and it is important that you are secure on your horse. The terrain can be challenging with both uphill and downhill canters along winding and uneven roads, where you might encounter low hanging branches and other obstacles. There will also be long periods at walk when you are tracking game.
Hard hats are mandatory on this ride.

Kundenmeinungen & weitere Informationen

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Dates, prices, prestations

Waterberg Big Five Safari

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Dates

Waterberg River Lodge, all inclusive

18.04. - 30.12.

Waterberg Big Five, all inclusive

13.03. - 20.03.

Services and notations

Included: Accommodation in a luxurious safari lodge with shower/WC, AI (full board, local drinks), lodge activities, daily rides (4-6 hours), English-speaking support.


Arrival / departure: accordingly

Johannesburg

Not included in package: Conservation fee €95 per person per day. Transfer from/to JNB (approx. 3 hours). Surcharge for transfers before 8 a.m. and after 5 p.m. on the day of arrival, and after 1:30 p.m. on the day of departure (€70).

Prices

Code

Euro

UK £

US$

SAB5RD

double room River Lodge, 8 days

5115.-

4192.-

5683.-

SAB5D

double room standard, 8 days

4043.-

3314.-

4492.-

EZZ Standard Room: 195 CHF/205 EUR per night. Other room categories available on request (Superior, Suites). Children's prices (valid up to age 11) available on request.