Durban: Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve Full Day Tour

KwaZulu-Natal, Durban



Embark on a full-day tour to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve from Durban. See the Big Five on an open-vehicle game drive and learn about the reserve's conservation efforts.

This full-day game drive in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve departs from Durban and suits wildlife enthusiasts seeking to see the Big Five and other native animals.

Highlights

  • Experience a game drive through Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Reserve
  • See the Big Five: rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and leopards
  • Learn about conservation efforts from an expert guide
  • Enjoy lunch at the rest camp (own cost) surrounded by natural scenery
  • Explore diverse landscapes of rolling hills and savannahs

Description

Depart at 6:00 AM from Durban for a three-hour drive to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve. On arrival, embark on an open-vehicle game drive through varied terrain, spotting the Big Five and numerous other species such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many bird species.

Hluhluwe-iMfolozi is Africa’s oldest game reserve and renowned for successful rhino conservation, with opportunities to see both white and black rhinos. Expert guides share knowledge about the animals and the reserve’s history throughout the excursion.

Break for lunch at the rest camp to relax and enjoy the surroundings before returning to Durban in the late afternoon.

Includes

  • Expert guide
  • Game drive in an open vehicle
  • Pickups and drop-offs from hotels, cruise ships, and other central locations

Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch (available at own cost)

Important Information

  • Departure at 6:00 AM from Durban
  • Three-hour drive each way to the reserve
  • Return to Durban in the late afternoon

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before departure.

Bring comfortable clothing, sun protection, and binoculars for wildlife viewing. Booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can expect to see the Big Five: rhinos, lions, elephants, leopards, and buffalo during the game drive.
The drive from Durban to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve takes approximately three hours each way.
The tour includes a game drive through the reserve, an expert guide, and time for lunch at the rest camp (lunch is at your own cost).
No prior safari experience is needed; the expert guide will provide information on wildlife and conservation throughout the tour.
Yes, there is a lunch stop at the rest camp where you can purchase food while enjoying views of the natural surroundings.
The tour typically departs Durban early in the morning around 6:00 AM; check the website for current departure times.
The tour departs from a central meeting point in Durban, which will be provided upon booking confirmation.
Children are welcome, but check age restrictions with the tour operator before booking as wildlife viewing can involve long periods in a vehicle.
The game drive inside the reserve lasts several hours, allowing ample time to spot wildlife across varied terrains.

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