Explore the captivating landscapes and rich wildlife of Zululand on this immersive tour. Discover the iconic Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, known for its diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife, including the Big Five. Experience the warmth of local communities and vibrant rural life as you journey through charming villages. This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and gain insights from our knowledgeable guides on the region's ecology. Engage with a local community that borders the park, enjoy a tasty lunch before ending the day with a Traditional Zulu Village visit!
- The iconic "Big 5" Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, a true wildlife and nature enthusiasts dream.
- Engage with the KwaSmolo community and experience day-to-day life in rural Zululand.
- A must for travellers wanting to experience South Africa on a whole different and far more grassroots level!
Your Guide will be at your lodge/guesthouse reception to fetch you or for self-drive guests, he will be waiting for you in the parking area at Memorial Gate. Look for open safari vehicle with our company name. Alternatively, by arrangement we will all meet at "Diza Travels" on the same road to Memorial Gate. Easily found on Google Maps.
Zululands premier game reserve - the iconic Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. The oldest park in Africa and the park that brought the white rhino back from the brink of extinction. Once the royal hunting grounds of King Shaka, it is now the lifeblood of Zululand.
In the rural villages between the town of Hluhluwe and the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, lies the small community of KwaSmolo! The road leading directly to Memorial Gate entrance of Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park passes right through this community and every visitor going to the park must pass through this community to reach the park and yet no-one knows anything about day-to-day life of the people of KwaSmolo...until now that is! With absolutely no time schedule, all visits here are on an ad hoc basis, so that you get to experience day-to-day life in rural Zululand in the most natural setting possible as it happens because nobody knows you're coming. Visiting a school, Shembe Temple, Sangoma (Healer) and the local "Spaza" where you can buy a snack or a cold drink. After the visit, enjoy a traditional "Shisanyama" (BBQ) with Pap & Shebo accommpanied by a local Zulu youth dance troupe - join in and have some fun!
After enjoying the local hospitality and lunch at Diza Travels/KwaSmolo Community, we take you to Dumazulu Traditional Village for look back into daily Zulu village life of days gone by!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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