9-Day Safari & Beach Combo

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Untamed Wilderness & Big 5

Begin your incredible KwaZulu-Natal adventure with a seamless road transfer from Durban Airport, journeying north into the heart of Zululand to the magnificent Manyoni Private Game Reserve. Spend four unforgettable nights immersed in wilderness luxury at Rhino Sands Safari Camp, where an authentic all-inclusive tented safari awaits. Rooted in a deep family passion for conservation and a pure love for the safari tradition, this exceptional camp places you right among the Big Five. The reserve itself is celebrated for its world-class game viewing, thriving predator populations, and pioneering conservation initiatives—including vital rhino protection and endangered species reintroductions—allowing you to witness firsthand how sustainable tourism safeguards South Africa's most iconic wildlife.

Main Destination:

Manyoni Private Game Reserve (KZN Parks)

Activities:

• Day 1: Early morning game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
• Day 2-4: Early morning game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon game drive (open-sided 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Rhino Sands Safari Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Manyoni GR (KZN Parks)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Secluded & Intimate Beach Lodge

Leaving the sweeping savannahs of Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge, the scenic overland transition winds past rural Zululand landscapes and deep into the pristine wilderness of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park before shifting onto sandy tracks that require a 4x4 vehicle to navigate, ultimately revealing the absolute seclusion of Thonga Beach Lodge as a hidden gem tucked away in the coastal dune forest. Settling in for a magical four-night stay on a fully inclusive basis in an elevated ocean view room, guests wake up to the rhythmic sound of waves breaking onto the deserted shores of Mabibi Beach. This out-of-the-world location offers an extraordinary playground of barefoot luxury where days can be spent snorkeling vibrant coral reefs, kayaking and sipping sundowners on the tranquil shores of nearby Lake Sibaya, embarking on guided coastal forest walks, or—depending on the season—witnessing majestic humpback whales breaching offshore or giant leatherback turtles nesting under the starry night sky.

Main Destination:

Isimangaliso Wetland Park (KZN Parks)

Best Time To Go May to September (Dry season)

High Season December to January (Busiest during South African school holidays)

Best Weather

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on these days

Accommodation:

Thonga Beach Lodge

• Luxury+ lodge located inside iSimangaliso Wetland Park (KZN Parks)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Your Journey Ends

Your unforgettable coastal escape concludes with a seamless road transfer from Thonga Beach Lodge back to Durban, winding through scenic Zululand landscapes. Alternatively, for a quicker departure, a short transfer can be arranged to Richards Bay Airport, allowing you to catch a convenient domestic flight onward and bring your remarkable bush and beach adventure to a smooth close.

Main Destination:

Isimangaliso Wetland Park (KZN Parks)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.