Originally Posted by
isabeloh
I've made the decision to get a private road transfer to the Kruger area from JNB for a few reasons, not the least of which is the husband is an amateur photographer with extensive and heavy camera bodies and lenses he doesn't want to pare down (and that he himself is 6'4", 275lbs and not crazy about the ides of the smaller planes.) The downside is the 6+ hour drive that by all accounts isn't very interesting. I understand this isn't really an answer to your question, but if you have the time to spare perhaps this is an option if you're worried about the luggage weight.
Cheltzel's wife here. Who are you going to use for the private road transfer? I know of Ashton's but that's a group shuttle service and would like to have options for the next time in case I bring different equipment. My longest lens was a 70-200 and I think I'd bump it up next time. (Although there are lodges you can rent lenses).
I know the prospect of drive is not appealing to my dh, but if you add in the time dealing with the luggage, check-in, and other pleasantries of waiting for another flight a private transfer could have it's own appeal.