Half Day Isimangaliso Boat Cruise Tour from Richards Bay

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This is a special tour which suits individual travelers, couples, families as well as small groups. A hippo and croc boat cruise in the St Lucia Estuary offers a uniquely special experience due to the sheer proximity to Africa’s most formidable wildlife in their natural environment. Unlike many safaris, the cruise allows you to safely observe large pods of hippos playfully interacting and crocodiles basking along the shorelines just meters away. The serene setting, surrounded by mangroves and abundant birdlife, provides a tranquil yet thrilling adventure. This up-close, immersive encounter with wildlife in the pristine waters of a UNESCO World Heritage Site makes the experience truly unforgettable.

What's Included

Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise in St Lucia Estuary
Hippos, Cros, Birds, Plants, other wildlife and nature
Tour Guide
Pick ups and drop offs in Richards Bay
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

We pick up travelers from all over Richards Bay, 50km radius

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
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    Saint Lucia Estuary

    We depart from Richards Bay at 7.30am and head north to Isimangaliso Wetlands Park. At Isimangaliso we go for a Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise at St Lucia Estuary. A hippo and croc boat cruise in the St Lucia Estuary is a thrilling adventure in the heart of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. As you glide through the calm waters, you’ll have the unique opportunity to see hippos up close, often lounging in the shallows, and crocodiles sunning themselves along the banks. The knowledgeable guides provide fascinating insights into the behavior and ecology of these creatures, all while surrounded by lush mangroves and diverse birdlife. This cruise offers a rare chance to witness these majestic animals in their natural habitat, making it a highlight of any visit to the area. Afrter the boat cruise we take a short lunch break before heading back to Richards Bay.

    7 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
  • no health restrictions
Supplied by Africa Sun Safaris

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Cancellation Policy

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

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