Departure from Durban to Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve at 6:00 am

Hluhluwe Game Reserve - Departing from Durban at 6:00 am, embark on a scenic 3-hour drive to Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve. The journey offers views of stunning plantations and charming villages, along with African sculptures along the way. Enjoy a refreshing cup of coffee and light snacks during the trip.

Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park Wilderness Area - Experience a thrilling game safari in Hluhluwe‑iMfolozi Game Reserve, Africa’s oldest proclaimed nature reserve. Covering an expansive 96,000 ha of rolling hills, river valleys, and woodlands just north of Durban, the park is celebrated for its Big Five sightings and renowned rhino conservation initiatives. Guided safaris in open 4×4 vehicles—available as half-day, full-day, or private exclusive tours—take you through diverse habitats where you may encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and both black and white rhinos, along with giraffes, zebras, wild dogs, hyenas, and a vibrant birdlife of over 340 species.

Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise. Game Safari in iSimangaliso. Return to Durban.

Saint Lucia Estuary - Embark on a Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise in St Lucia Estuary. Visiting iSimangaliso Wetland Park—a UNESCO World Heritage Site covering over 3,280 km² of coastline and wetlands in KwaZulu‑Natal—offers a journey through nature’s most spectacular wonders. This “miracle” of ecosystems combines coastal dunes, coral reefs, reed swamps, grasslands, and forests into one stunning landscape. The park is renowned for Lake St Lucia—the largest estuary in Africa—home to approximately 800 hippos, 1,200 crocodiles, and over 530 bird species, providing unforgettable boat cruises through papyrus-lined channels.

iSimangaliso Wetland Park - A game safari in the Dukuduku area of iSimangaliso Wetland Park presents a unique mix of bush and wetlands just outside St Lucia. Accessible via the Dukuduku Gate, this section—also known as the Western Shores and including the picturesque uMkhuze Reserve—covers over 25,000 ha and supports some of the Big 5 along with giraffes, zebras, hippos, and a rich birdlife.

KwaZulu-Natal - Journey back through KwaZulu-Natal to conclude the tour in Durban.

• Tour guide
• Pick and drop off from hotels, airports, cruise ships, etc.
• Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise in St Lucia Estuary, Africa’s largest estuary
• Breakfast
• 4 x 4 Game Drive Vehicle in Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve
• Big 5 Game Reserve
• Game safari in Isimangaliso Wetlands Park

• Tips

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime by exploring the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve and Isimangaliso Wetlands Park. This tour provides an exceptional chance to witness Africa’s Big 5. Additionally, gain firsthand knowledge about hippos and crocodiles in the St Lucia Estuary, the largest estuary in Africa.

• Experience an immersive journey through one of Africa’s finest reserves with a game safari in Hluhluwe‑iMfolozi Game Reserve
• Enjoy one of the most iconic wildlife experiences with a hippo-and-crocodile boat cruise on the St Lucia Estuary
• Discover a unique blend of bush and wetlands with a game safari in the Dukuduku area of iSimangaliso Wetland Park
• no restrictions

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