Half Day Isimangaliso Wetlands Park Boat Tour from Durban

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7 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This tour is suitable for solo travelers, couples, families and groups. What makes a hippo and croc boat cruise in the St Lucia Estuary unique is the rare opportunity to observe these formidable creatures up close in their natural habitat. As one of the few places in the world where large populations of hippos and crocodiles coexist, the estuary provides an extraordinary wildlife spectacle. The guided boat tour allows visitors to safely view these animals, often just meters away, while learning about their behaviors and the surrounding ecosystem. The combination of diverse birdlife, rich mangrove forests, and the peaceful estuary waters makes this cruise a truly special experience in the heart of iSimangaliso Wetland Park.

What's Included

Pick ups and drop offs in Durban, 50km radius
Tour guide
Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise in St Lucia Estuary
Crocs, Hippos, birds and other wildlife
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 Durban, 50km radius

Itinerary

Duration: 7 hours (approximately)
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    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    Depart from Durban at 6am and head north to Isimangaliso Wetlands Park for a Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise at St Lucia Estuary. A hippo and croc boat cruise in St Lucia, located within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, offers an exciting and up-close encounter with some of Africa's most fascinating wildlife. As you cruise through the calm waters of the St Lucia Estuary, you'll spot pods of hippos lounging in the shallows and crocodiles basking on the riverbanks. The knowledgeable guides provide insightful commentary on the ecosystem and its inhabitants. Surrounded by lush mangroves and birdlife, this cruise is a unique way to experience the biodiversity of South Africa’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    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 African Tournet 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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