Isimangaliso Day Tour & Hippo & Croc Boat Cruise From Durban

Umhlabuyalingana Municipality, Durban



Visit Isimangaliso Wetlands Park and go first for a Hippo & Croc Boat Cruise. Then we go for a game drive in the park to see different animals such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, kudus, antelopes

Highlights

  • Hippo and crocodile boat cruise in St Lucia Estuary
  • Game drive in iSimangaliso Wetlands Park
  • See elephants, kudus, zebras, antelopes, giraffes, and more wildlife

Description

This full-day tour departs from Durban at 6am, heading north along the KwaZulu-Natal coast to St Lucia and iSimangaliso Wetlands Park.

First, enjoy a two-hour guided boat cruise on the St Lucia Estuary. A local guide will share information on the reserve’s history and wildlife, including sightings of hippos and crocodiles.

After the boat cruise, there is a lunch break in St Lucia.

The final part of the tour is a game drive through iSimangaliso Wetlands Park, where you can see elephants, giraffes, zebras, kudus, impalas, nyalas, and other animals.

The tour returns to Durban in the late afternoon.

Includes

  • Hippo and crocodile boat cruise on St Lucia Estuary
  • Game drive in iSimangaliso Wetlands Park
  • Wildlife sightings including elephants, zebras, kudus, giraffes, and antelopes
  • Hotel, port, and airport pick up and drop off

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your place. Wear comfortable clothing and bring sun protection, water, and a camera. Best time to visit is during the cooler morning hours of the tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes a 2-hour hippo and crocodile boat cruise on the St Lucia Estuary and a game drive in iSimangaliso Wetlands Park.
The tour departs from Durban, traveling north along the KwaZulu-Natal coast to St Lucia.
The guided hippo and crocodile boat cruise on the St Lucia Estuary lasts approximately 2 hours.
Yes, the boat cruise in St Lucia Estuary offers close-up views of hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat.
A lunch break is provided after the boat cruise, but check the tour details for whether lunch is included or self-arranged.
The tour departs at 6:00 AM from Durban; verify current departure times on the booking site.
It is recommended to bring comfortable clothing, sunscreen, water, and a camera for the game drive and boat cruise.
Children can join the tour, but age restrictions or special pricing may apply; check with the tour provider.
The full-day tour typically lasts around 8 to 9 hours including travel, boat cruise, lunch, and game drive.
Yes, the boat cruise and game drive offer excellent opportunities for wildlife photography in the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park near Durban.

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