Depart from Durban at 6:00 am and journey to Hluhluwe Game Reserve for a thrilling safari in an open 4x4 vehicle

Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park Wilderness Area - Embark on an unforgettable safari adventure in Hluhluwe‑iMfolozi Game Reserve, Africa’s oldest proclaimed nature reserve. Covering 96,000 hectares of rolling hills, acacia woodlands, and river valleys just north of Durban, this park is one of the few where you can see all of the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and both black and white rhino. The park is renowned for its conservation success, particularly in saving the white rhino from extinction. Enjoy the safari experience in an open 4x4 vehicle.

St Lucia - Head to St Lucia for an overnight stay

Start the day with a Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise, followed by a game safari

Saint Lucia Estuary - iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is famous for Lake St Lucia, the largest estuary in Africa. It is home to approximately 800 hippos, 1,200 crocodiles, and over 530 bird species, offering unforgettable boat cruises through papyrus-lined channels. Enjoy a hippo and croc boat cruise here.

iSimangaliso Wetland Park - Experience a game safari in the Dukuduku area of iSimangaliso Wetland Park in a closed vehicle. This area, accessed via the Dukuduku Gate and known as the Western Shores, includes the scenic uMkhuze Reserve. It spans over 25,000 hectares and is home to some of the Big Five, along with giraffes, zebras, hippos, and a diverse birdlife.

Further explore the Isimangaliso Wetland Park with a game drive

iSimangaliso Wetland Park - Visit the Cape Vidal section of Isimangaliso Wetlands Park. Explore the park in a 4×4 open game-drive vehicle, navigating through acacia woodlands, floodplain pans, and lush forest edges. There are opportunities to spot elephants, rhinos, buffalo, leopards, and more in their natural environment. Expect to see wildlife at scenic lookouts or waterholes, perfect for photography as the sun casts a warm glow over the landscape.

KwaZulu-Natal - Travel through the KwaZulu-Natal area back to Durban to conclude the 3-day tour.

• Tour guide
• Hippo and croc boat cruise in St Lucia Estuary
• Game safaris in Isimangaliso Wetland Park
• Game safari in Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve in an open 4x4 safari vehicle
• 2 Nights accommodation included
• Breakfast
• Wildlife: Elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, kudus, buffaloes, and more

• Tips

Discover the stunning bush and wildlife of the Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve, renowned for hosting the Big 5. Embark on an adventure in Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, where you can explore the wetlands, enjoy game viewing, and take a hippo and crocodile boat cruise on the St Lucia Estuary.

• Experience a game drive in an open safari vehicle at Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve
• Enjoy game safaris in Isimangaliso Wetlands Park from a closed vehicle
• Take a hippo and crocodile boat cruise in Isimangaliso Wetlands Park
• no restrictions

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.