Zululand Explorer : Wildlife and Cultural Safari

12 hoursEnglishBook 2 days aheadKwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

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$275

Explore the captivating landscapes and rich wildlife of Zululand on this immersive tour. Discover the iconic Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, known for its diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife, including the Big Five.

Experience the warmth of local communities and vibrant rural life as you journey through charming villages. This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and gain insights from our knowledgeable guides on the region's ecology. Engage with a local community that borders the park, enjoy a tasty lunch before ending the day with a Traditional Zulu Village visit!

- A tour through an authentic traditional Zulu Village - Guided walking tour through the rural KwaSmolo community - An afternoon safari into the iconic Big 5 Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park - A must for travellers wanting to experience South Africa, especially Zululand on a whole different and far more grassroots level!

Included

We supply 2 extra bottled waters per guest
Your professional local guide for the day!
Traditional Zulu Dancing with the local Zulu Youth Dance Group
A traditional local "Shisanyama"...we call it a braai, you might prefer to say "barbeque"...either way, it's great!
All park entry fees are included as well as all admissions to the activities you will visit
Always included is your "sunrise" coffee and rusks to enjoy with breakfast

Not included

Gratuities/tips
Personal purchases

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2 options

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What you'll do

Your first stop is at Dumazulu Traditional Village...an insightful look at what
Zulu village life was like in a bygone era
2 hoursAdmission included
From Dumazulu we take you through to the start of the KwaSmolo Community Guided
Walk...the contrast of what you've just seen at Dumazulu to now experience day-to-day modern life in rural Zululand is one of the key aspects of this activity.
3 hoursAdmission included
Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park Wilderness Area
South Africa
After lunch at KwaSmolo we venture into the Big 5 Hluhluwe-imfolozi Park and round the day off with an afternoon safari in this world renowned game reserve.
4 hoursAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

13 locations

Pickup details

Starting from HLUHLUWE - your guide will be at your accommodation to pick you up at around 07:30am. Due to time constraints we cannot include breakfast in this option, but a traditional "shisanyama" (BBQ) for lunch is included. Starting from ST LUCIA - your guide will be at your accommodation to pick you up at around 05:30am. A park picnic breakfast included as well as a traditional "shisanyama" (BBQ) lunch at the rural KwaSmolo homestead.

Meeting points12

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Elephant Lake Hotel
3 Mullett Street, St Lucia, South Africa
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La Rochelle
56 Beach Road, St. Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal, St Lucia, South Africa
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St Lucia Ecolodge and Conference Centre
135 Hornbill Street, St Lucia, South Africa
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Zulu Nyala Heritage Safari Lodge
Msinene Road, Hluhluwe, South Africa
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Premier Apartments
29 The Bridge: 22 Mckenzie Street, St Lucia, South Africa
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Zululand Tree Lodge
1020 Main Rd, Ubizane Wildlife Reserve, Hluhluwe, South Africa
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LEOPARD WALK LODGE
Lot H122, D553, Hluhluwe, South Africa
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ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe
104 Main Road, Hluhluwe, South Africa
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Amoya Villa & Suites
95 Hornbill Street, St Lucia, South Africa
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Ubizane Wildlife Reserve
1020 Main Rd, Hluhluwe, South Africa
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Gooderson DumaZulu Lodge & Traditional Village
Lot H29, Bushlands Road, Hluhluwe, South Africa
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Gooderson Bushlands Game Lodge
D49 Rd, Hluhluwe, South Africa
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