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

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

Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park Wilderness Area - Experience an unforgettable 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. Explore iSimangaliso Wetland Park—a UNESCO World Heritage Site that spans over 3,280 km² of coastline and wetlands in KwaZulu‑Natal. This “miracle” of ecosystems combines coastal dunes, coral reefs, reed swamps, grasslands, and forests into a 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, offering unforgettable boat cruises through papyrus-lined channels.

iSimangaliso Wetland Park - Enjoy a game safari in the Dukuduku area of iSimangaliso Wetland Park, offering 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 is home to some of the Big 5, as well as giraffes, zebras, hippos, and a rich birdlife.

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

• 4 x 4 Game Drive Vehicle
• 1 Night Accommodation Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve
• Bottled water
• Big 5 Game Reserve
• Soft drinks
• Pick up and drop offs from hotels/airport, etc.

• 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.