3 Day Safari Hluhluwe and Isimangaliso Wetlands Park from Durban

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

This is a great tour suitable for solo travelers, couples, families and even groups. You get to see the best that South Africa has to offer in terms of nature and wildlife. You also get to meet and interact with some locals. You also get to know some of the local cultures.

A tour of Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve and iSimangaliso Wetland Park offers a captivating experience of South Africa’s natural beauty and wildlife diversity. In Hluhluwe-Imfolozi, you embark on thrilling game drives through lush savannas and dense woodlands, encountering the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—in their natural habitat. iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the tranquil beauty of wetlands, diverse bird species, and rich marine life provide a serene contrast. This journey through both parks highlights the rich ecosystems and conservation efforts that make these areas prime destinations for nature enthusiasts.

What's Included

Pick ups and drop offs from hotels, cruise ships, airport, etc...
St Lucia Estuary boat cruise
Isimangaliso Wetlands Park game drive
Breakfast
Hluhluwe Imfolozi game reserve
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick up travelers 50km radius from Durban City, supply pick up details. Our guide will wait at exit points with placard at cruise ships and airports and hotel receptions

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Depart from Durban at 6am and head to Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve

    1 stop
  • 1

    We depart from Durban at 6am and head off to Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve for a 4x4 game drive. The game drive will commence at 10am and end at 1pm. A game drive in Hluhluwe Imfolozi is an unforgettable experience. Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve set in the heart of Zululand where Africa’s Big 5 (Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhinoceros) roam the flourishing savannah. The Park contains an immense diversity of fauna and flora and is characterised by hilly topography. The list of animals at the park is long and varied. The Hluhluwe Imfolozi Reserve is noted for its White Rhino conservation. Their Centenary Capture Centre is celebrated for its exceptional research in animal capture, rehabilitation and release as well their approach to sustainable ecotourism in South Africa.

    10 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Boat Cruise and Game drive in Isimangaliso

    2 stops
  • 2
    Saint Lucia Estuary

    After breakfast we do a Hippo & Croc Boat Cruise in St Lucia Estuary. On this Hippo & Croc tour, the local guide will inform you of the Isimangaliso’s history and its incredible wildlife. Imagine seeing Hippos Yawning and Grunting up close while out on one of the largest estuaries in Africa. An iSimangaliso Wetland Park Boat Cruise is one of the most favorite attractions in Isimangaliso Wetlands Park. This 2-hour Hippo and Croc Boat Safari traverses approximately 8km in a northerly direction on the St Lucia Estuary, which is within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa's very first world heritage site. Great opportunities for birdwatching, scenic safari. The main objective is to provide knowledge of the spectacular St Lucia Estuary ecosystem, whilst providing an opportunity for photographs and memories that will last a lifetime.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    After the hippo & croc boat cruise, we take a lunch break. Thereafter we go for a game drive in Isimangaliso Wetlands Park. This is a chance again to see a wide range of animals in this beautiful game reserve.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Game drive in Cape Vidal Isimangaliso & departure for Durban in the afternoon

    1 stop
  • 4
    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    In the morning after breakfast we head off to Cape Vidal in Isimangaliso for a game drive. We get to see a lot of wildife. From elephants, giraffes, kudus, zebras, antelopes, rhino, buffaloes, and many more. We also see a lot of different species of birds. We really enjoy the setting at this beautiful game reserve. In the afternoon we depart from Isimangaliso and head back to Durban.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Easy no health restrictions
Supplied by Africa Top Tours

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Cancellation Policy

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

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