Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Drive and St Lucia Boat Safari from Durban

Your Experience

Experience South Africa’s oldest game reserve and the UNESCO-listed iSimangaliso Wetlands on a full-day guided safari and boat tour.

Getting started

Your day begins with collection from Durban in an air-conditioned vehicle, where you’ll meet your shared tour guide and driver. Settle in with bottled water onboard as you travel along a scenic coastal route toward Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve. All entrance fees to attractions are included, so you can focus on the journey ahead.

What to expect

Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve

Recognized as South Africa’s oldest game reserve, Hluhluwe Imfolozi is renowned for its Big 5 sightings and rhino conservation efforts.

• Join a closed vehicle game drive through diverse landscapes, keeping watch for elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, and both black and white rhinos.
• Your shared guide provides insights into the reserve’s wildlife and conservation history, enhancing each sighting with expert commentary.
• The drive includes entry to the Centenary Centre, where you’ll learn about rhino conservation and view wildlife enclosures up close.

iSimangaliso Wetlands Park and St Lucia Estuary

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, iSimangaliso Wetlands Park is celebrated for its rich biodiversity and unique estuarine system.

• Board a 2-hour guided boat safari on the St Lucia Estuary, offering opportunities to spot hippos, Nile crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife in their natural habitat.
• The boat tour is led by knowledgeable guides who highlight the ecological significance of the wetlands and point out wildlife along the way.
• Enjoy the comfort of a closed vehicle and air conditioning throughout the day, with all vehicle and fuel costs covered.

Wrapping up

At the end of your adventure, you’ll be dropped off back in Durban. Lunch and drinks are not included, so you may wish to bring your own or purchase refreshments during the tour. Gratuities are at your discretion.

Highlights

• Travel from Durban in an air-conditioned vehicle, with all entrance fees covered and bottled water provided throughout your journey.
• Start your adventure with convenient pickup from your location in Durban, meeting your guide and fellow travelers before heading out.
• Explore South Africa’s oldest game reserve on a closed vehicle drive, searching for the Big 5 and learning from your shared guide.
• Cruise for two hours through the iSimangaliso Wetlands, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife from the comfort of your boat.
• The tour includes a visit to the Centenary Centre, where you’ll gain insights into rhino conservation and view wildlife enclosures.
• Scenic coastal drives are part of the route, adding beautiful landscapes and photo opportunities to your safari and boat tour.