Big 5 Safari at Hluhluwe Imfolozi

Durban, South Africa
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Duration10h - 12h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore Africa’s oldest Big 5 game reserve and connect with vibrant local culture. Embark on a full-day safari adventure into the legendary Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Game Reserve, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Spanning over 96,000 hectares of rolling savannah, riverine bush, and forested hills, this historic reserve is world-renowned for its pioneering rhino conservation efforts and extraordinary biodiversity.

As you explore the park, keep watch for the Big 5 — lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and rhino — along with cheetah, wild dog, giraffe, and an exceptional variety of birdlife. Your experienced guide will enrich the journey with fascinating insights into wildlife behaviour, conservation, and the cultural and historical significance of the region.

Midday, pause to enjoy a relaxed tapas-style or harvest-table picnic lunch (weather permitting), or dine at a scenic restaurant within the reserve, where sweeping views complete an unforgettable safari experience.

Options

Big 5 safari at Hluhluwe Imfolozi

Pickup included

St Lucia Sunset & Stay

St Lucia : Stay over in St Lucia, enjoy the African Sunsets and explore this beautiful UNESCO world heritage site
Hippo & Croc Boat cruise : Enjoy a relaxed Hippo & Crocodile Cruise through the tranquil waterways of iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage
Duration: 2 days
Hidden Gem Restaurant: Experience a local hidden gem restaurant where locals keep coming back for amazing cuisine and atmosphere
Extend into St Lucia : Enjoy the vibrant town on St Lucia situated in a UNESCO World Heritage.
iSimaglaiso Wetland Park : On Day 2 — Enjoy a remarkable wetland wilderness also home to the Big 5 and amazing biodiversity & landscapes
Pickup included

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Either a Picnic in the Bush (weather dependent) or a Bush Restaurant

What to expect

  1. Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park Wilderness Area
    8h · Admission ticket included
    Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve is the premier game reserve in KwaZulu-Natal. It is Africa’s oldest conservation area, and is highly acclaimed for its remarkable "save the rhino" conservation project. This 96 000 hectare reserve is home to The Big 5 (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo) as well as cheetah, wild dog, hyena, and a wide variety of antelope, birds, reptiles and plants. The game drive runs through what was once the royal hunting grounds of the Zulu King Shaka.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

As we offer a private curated experience, we pick up guests from anywhere in and around Durban

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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6,000.00 ZAR per person
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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
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