Durban: 2-Day Hluhluwe Imfolozi and Isimangaliso Tour
Umhlabuyalingana Municipality, Durban
Safari at Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve with the Big Five, including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, and leopards. Hippo and Croc Boat cruise in St Lucia Estuary and game drive in Isimangaliso
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi and Isimangaliso Wetlands 2-Day Safari from Durban
This 2-day safari tour from Durban suits wildlife enthusiasts seeking game drives and boat cruises in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve and Isimangaliso Wetlands Park.
Highlights
- Game drive in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve to see the Big Five
- Boat cruise on the St. Lucia Estuary to observe hippos and crocodiles
- Game drive through Isimangaliso Wetlands Park to spot elephants and diverse wildlife
- Overnight stay at a hotel or lodge in St Lucia within Isimangaliso Wetlands Park
Description
Depart Durban at 6:00 AM on day one for a game drive in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve. This open-vehicle safari explores rolling hills and savannahs in South Africa’s oldest game reserve, known for rhino conservation. Look for the Big Five, lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard, as well as giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many bird species. Expert guides share information about the wildlife and the reserve’s history.
Spend the night at a lodge or hotel in St Lucia, located within Isimangaliso Wetlands Park.
On day two, enjoy a hippo and crocodile boat cruise on the St. Lucia Estuary, Africa’s largest estuary. Observe large pods of hippos and crocodiles in their natural environment, plus a variety of birdlife amidst mangroves and wetlands. After the cruise, take a game drive through the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Isimangaliso Wetlands Park. Encounter elephants, rhinos, buffalos, antelope, and diverse bird species across wetlands, grasslands, and coastal forests. The park’s location near freshwater lakes and the Indian Ocean supports hippos, crocodiles, and marine species like dolphins and whales.
Return to Durban by 6:00 PM to conclude the tour.
Includes
- One night bed and breakfast at a hotel or lodge in St Lucia
- Expert guides
- Open-vehicle game drive in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve
- Hippo and crocodile boat cruise on St. Lucia Estuary
- Game drive in Isimangaliso Wetlands Park
- Pick up and drop off within a 50km radius of Durban
Excludes
- Lunch and dinner
- Personal expenses
Important Information
- Depart Durban at 6:00 AM and return at 6:00 PM
- Bring binoculars for enhanced wildlife viewing
- Dress appropriately for weather conditions
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book early for availability. Morning departures offer better wildlife activity, so prepare accordingly for early starts.
