3 Day AM Lodge Fly-In Safari
3 Day AM Lodge Fly-In Safari Price
From
R42 460
Per Person
*Based on 2 guests traveling together & sharing. Solo travelers enjoy a guaranteed private room (supplement applies at checkout).
🔒 Secure checkout • Flexible dates • 35% deposit to secure seat
Fly into Hoedspruit for an exclusive 3-day safari staying at AM Lodge, a five-star boutique lodge in the private Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger. With intimate luxury suites and both day and night game drives, this is one of the most personal safari experiences in the region, paired with an award-winning spa, swimming pool, and unhurried, story-driven guiding.
Duration:
3 Days / 2 Night
Location:
Klaserie Private Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation:
AM Lodge (Luxury Suite)
Dining
All-Inclusive Fine Dining
Seamless Fly-In Safari
Your transfer takes you from Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport straight to AM Lodge. From there, the lodge's own expert guides and trackers lead every game drive throughout your stay.
Secure Luxury Suite Accommodation
Overnight stays are hosted at AM Lodge's private suites within the unfenced Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger, each suite with its own private balcony and en-suite bathroom.
Fly into Hoedspruit for a 3-day safari at AM Lodge, a five-star boutique lodge set within a private 2,000-hectare reserve in the Klaserie region of the Greater Kruger. With an intimate, unhurried approach to game viewing and both sunrise and sunset drives led by expert guides and trackers, this safari suits travellers seeking an exclusive, personal safari experience.
The reserve is home to four of the Big Five, lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo, alongside rare birds and smaller wildlife, with every drive offering a genuinely intimate encounter with the bush. AM Lodge’s luxury suites combine elegant, detailed design with private balconies and en-suite bathrooms featuring both indoor and outdoor showers.
Between drives, guests can relax at the lodge’s swimming pool, unwind at the award-winning on-site spa, or simply take in the scenic views across the reserve. This is a safari built around exclusivity, small groups, personal attention, and a slower, more deliberate pace than a larger lodge can offer.
3 Day AM Lodge Fly-In Safari Duration:
3 Days / 2 Night
Safari Pickup & Return locations:
Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport (HDS), Return road transfers between the airport and the lodge included in the price. Flights booked separately (see below).
Number of Passengers:
1 – 10 Guests
Rain/cancellation reassurance
A little rain rarely gets in the way of a good sighting. AM Lodge’s guides carry ponchos and blankets on every drive, so a passing shower or cool morning start won’t cut your time in the bush short. It’s only in the rare case of serious flooding or a reserve access closure that your game drive schedule would need to change.
Includes:
- 2 Nights Accommodation in a Luxury Suite at AM Lodge
- Collection & Drop Off in Hoedspruit
- Sunrise and Sunset Game Drives with Expert Guides and Trackers
- Professional Nature Guide
- Daily Conservation/Entrance Fees
- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Excludes:
- All Beverages (Alcoholic & Other)
- Laundry
- Additional Activities
- Spa Treatments
- All Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities
- Items Of A Personal Nature
Flights to AM Lodge
AM Lodge is accessed via Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport (HDS), around 27km from the lodge. We arrange your flight from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit through Airlink on your behalf, at an additional cost to your safari package.
- Route: Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo) to Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport (HDS)
- Operated by: Airlink
- Booking and Flight Prices: Given once your safari dates are confirmed. We book through Airlink at the best available rate on your travel date
- Return road transfer: Between the airport and the lodge is included in your safari price
Please note: Flight prices and seat availability change daily. Once we’ve quoted a flight fare, it must be paid in full immediately to secure your seat and fare, we’re unable to hold flight prices or availability while a decision is made.
Safari Gallery:
Why Choose the 3 Day AM Lodge Safari?
AM Lodge offers a genuinely exclusive safari experience — intimate, unhurried game drives set out at sunrise and sunset across a private 2,000-hectare reserve in the Klaserie region. Every drive is led by expert guides and trackers who share deep knowledge of the land, giving you a personal, story-driven encounter with the bush rather than a rushed group outing.
This safari is ideal for couples, honeymooners, and travellers of all ages looking for a five-star boutique experience combined with genuine wildlife immersion. With professional guides, comfortable transfers, and both day and night game drives, everything is taken care of from arrival to departure.
What Makes AM Lodge Special?
AM Lodge sits within the private Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger, and is home to four of the Big Five, lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo. The lodge’s luxury suites are individually designed with private balconies, en-suite bathrooms with both indoor and outdoor showers, and beautiful views across the reserve.
Between game drives, unwind at the lodge’s swimming pool or book a treatment at the on-site spa. Meals are prepared with care and served in a setting built around exclusivity, small group sizes and unhurried pacing mean every guest gets genuine personal attention from the lodge’s team.
Returning to this private, five-star setting after each drive creates a safari experience defined by intimacy and exclusivity rather than scale.
Wildlife You May Encounter
No safari can guarantee specific sightings, but the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve is home to four of the Big Five: lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo. Game drives are set out at both sunrise and sunset, led by expert guides and trackers who track movement across the reserve to give you the best chance of memorable sightings.
Beyond the Big Five, the reserve is also home to rare bird species and a variety of smaller wildlife, with each drive offering the chance to discover something different. The unhurried, intimate approach to game viewing at AM Lodge means your guide can take the time to follow up on tracks and sightings rather than rushing to the next stop.
Is a 3 Day Safari at AM Lodge Worth It?
Three days gives you multiple sunrise and sunset game drives, enough to move beyond a single outing and into a genuine rhythm with your guide and tracker. With an intimate, unhurried approach to game viewing, AM Lodge’s drives are built around quality of experience rather than rushing between sightings.
Because the lodge sits inside the private reserve itself, every drive starts and ends at AM Lodge, no transfers in and out of a park gate. That time goes straight back into game drives, or relaxing at the pool and spa between them.
For travellers who want an exclusive, five-star safari experience without committing to a week away, three days at AM Lodge offers a genuine taste of boutique luxury safari, long enough to settle into the pace of the bush, short enough to slot into a wider South Africa itinerary.
Day 1: Fly to Hoedspruit & Sunset Game Drive
Hoedspruit to AM Lodge
Your journey begins with a flight from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport, arranged through Airlink. On arrival, you’ll be collected for the road transfer to AM Lodge in the private Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. Check in to your luxury suite, unwind on your private balcony, and enjoy welcoming refreshments before your first game drive.
In the late afternoon, you’ll set out on your first sunset game drive with an expert guide and tracker, tracking wildlife as the light turns golden across the reserve. Return to the lodge to freshen up before a multi-course dinner.
Day 2: Big Five Game Drives & Lodge Relaxation
AM Lodge
Rise early for your sunrise game drive, when the bush is at its coolest and predators are often most active. Return to the lodge for a full breakfast.
The middle of the day is yours to relax, take a dip in the lodge’s swimming pool, book a treatment at the on-site spa, or simply enjoy the scenic views from your suite. In the late afternoon, you’ll head out on your second game drive of the day as the sun sets over the reserve, followed by dinner at the lodge.
Day 3: Final Sunrise Drive & Return Flight to Johannesburg
AM Lodge to Hoedspruit
Your final day starts with one last sunrise game drive across the reserve, making the most of the cool early light. Return to the lodge for a final breakfast before checking out.
Once ready, you’ll be transferred back to Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport for your return flight to Johannesburg.
Important Safari Note:Wildlife sightings vary from day to day and no specific animals can be guaranteed. Each game drive is unique, making every safari experience different.
Download Our Full 3 Day AM Lodge PDF Itinerary Below:
Your stay includes two nights in a Luxury Suite at AM Lodge, a five-star boutique property set within the private Klaserie Private Nature Reserve in the Greater Kruger.
Each individually designed suite is created with careful attention to detail, opening onto its own private balcony directly from the bedroom with scenic views across the reserve. The en-suite bathroom features both an indoor shower and an outdoor shower, and every suite includes a tea and coffee station along with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the lodge.
Between game drives, unwind at the lodge’s swimming pool or book a treatment at the award-winning on-site spa. Day and night game drives are led by expert guides and trackers who take an unhurried, story-driven approach to game viewing, giving you a genuinely personal encounter with the bush rather than a rushed group outing.
Whether it’s your first safari or your fifth, AM Lodge’s suites combine understated five-star comfort with true exclusivity, an unforgettable home base for your time in the Greater Kruger.
AM Lodge Luxury Suite Specifications
Luxury Safari Suite Accommodation Details
Indoor & Outdoor Showers
En-suite bathroom featuring both indoor and outdoor showers for an immersive connection with nature.
Freestanding Bathtub
Luxurious freestanding bathtub offering panoramic, uninterrupted views of the surrounding bushveld.
Spacious Private Deck
Expansive private outdoor deck designed for serene relaxation and wildlife viewing in complete privacy.
Lounge Area & Smart TV
Comfortable indoor lounge area equipped with a Smart TV for entertainment and leisure.
Mini Bar & Connectivity
Well-stocked mini bar fridge and seamless, uncapped Wi-Fi available throughout your suite.
Suite Capacity
Designed as a serene escape into the African wilderness with a maximum capacity of up to 4 people sharing.
Transparent Tiered Pricing
2 Night AM Lodge Rate Structure — 2026
Luxury Suite
Per Adult Guest (Sharing)
- Luxury Suite accommodation designed for comfort and privacy.
- Includes Transfers: Seamless travel included between airport and lodge.
- Child Rate (Aged 5–16): R21 230.00 when sharing.
Superior Suite
Per Adult Guest (Sharing)
- Superior Suite featuring private deck and individual plunge pool.
- Includes transfers and world-class lodge amenities.
- Child Rate (Aged 5–16): R25 650.00 when sharing.
AM Villa
For Six People Sharing
- Full Private Residence experience for 6 guests.
- Includes transfers, private chef, butler, and private safari vehicle.
- Completely self-sufficient luxury escape in the heart of the bush.
Transparent Tiered Pricing
2 Night AM Lodge Rate Structure — 2027
Luxury Suite
Per Adult Guest (Sharing)
- Luxury Suite accommodation designed for comfort and privacy.
- Includes Transfers: Seamless travel included between airport and lodge.
- Child Rate (Aged 5–16): R23 355.00 when sharing.
Superior Suite
Per Adult Guest (Sharing)
- Superior Suite featuring private deck and individual plunge pool.
- Includes transfers and world-class lodge amenities.
- Child Rate (Aged 5–16): R28 225.00 when sharing.
AM Villa
For Six People Sharing
- Full Private Residence experience for 6 guests.
- Includes transfers, private chef, butler, and private safari vehicle.
- Completely self-sufficient luxury escape in the heart of the bush.
Transparent Tiered Pricing
3 Night AM Lodge Rate Structure — 2026
Luxury Suite
Per Adult Guest (Sharing)
- Luxury Suite accommodation designed for comfort and privacy.
- Includes Transfers: Seamless travel included between airport and lodge.
- Child Rate (Aged 5–16): R31 850.00 when sharing.
Superior Suite
Per Adult Guest (Sharing)
- Superior Suite featuring private deck and individual plunge pool.
- Includes transfers and world-class lodge amenities.
- Child Rate (Aged 5–16): R38 485.00 when sharing.
AM Villa
For Six People Sharing
- Full Private Residence experience for 6 guests.
- Includes transfers, private chef, butler, and private safari vehicle.
- Completely self-sufficient luxury escape in the heart of the bush.
Transparent Tiered Pricing
3 Night AM Lodge Rate Structure — 2027
Luxury Suite
Per Adult Guest (Sharing)
- Luxury Suite accommodation designed for comfort and privacy.
- Includes Transfers: Seamless travel included between airport and lodge.
- Child Rate (Aged 5–16): R35 050.00 when sharing.
Superior Suite
Per Adult Guest (Sharing)
- Superior Suite featuring private deck and individual plunge pool.
- Includes transfers and world-class lodge amenities.
- Child Rate (Aged 5–18): R42 350.00 when sharing.
AM Villa
For Six People Sharing
- Full Private Residence experience for 6 guests.
- Includes transfers, private chef, butler, and private safari vehicle.
- Completely self-sufficient luxury escape in the heart of the bush.
Get ready for your fly-in safari! Track your sightings of the Big 5, rare birds, and mammals with our comprehensive wildlife checklist, and use our handy packing list to make sure you have all the essentials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AM Lodge located inside Kruger National Park?
No. AM Lodge is located within the private Klaserie Private Nature Reserve in the Klaserie region, part of the Greater Kruger, near Hoedspruit.
How do I get to AM Lodge?
Fly into Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport, arranged through Airlink at an additional cost once your dates are confirmed. From there, we provide a return road transfer directly to the lodge.
How many game drives are included in this safari?
Game drives are set out at both sunrise and sunset throughout your stay, led by AM Lodge’s own expert guides and trackers.
Are all Big Five species found at AM Lodge?
The Klaserie Private Nature Reserve is home to four of the Big Five: lion, leopard, rhino and buffalo. Elephant sightings are not a confirmed feature of this specific reserve.
Is this lodge suitable for couples and honeymooners?
Yes — AM Lodge is a popular choice for couples and honeymooners specifically looking for an exclusive, five-star boutique safari experience.
Do I need to hire a vehicle for this safari?
No. Your return transfer between Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport and the lodge, along with your game drives, is included in the price.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes, travel insurance is compulsory for this trip and can be arranged through our partner at checkout.
Can children join this safari?
AM Lodge welcomes families and travellers of all ages, please check with us directly for any specific age guidance on game drives before booking.
Is malaria medication required?
The Klaserie region is a malaria area. Malaria risk is highest from October to April, and we recommend consulting your doctor or a travel clinic before your trip for medication and other prevention advice.
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