7-Day South Africa Safari: Hluhluwe Elephant Coast

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

Arrive in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve

Upon arrival in Johannesburg, fly to Richard’s Bay for your transfer to a luxury safari lodge in Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park. For a more direct arrival, an optional air shuttle is available at an extra cost. After a refreshing welcome, settle into your refined suite before embarking on your first game drive to witness the bush transform as evening falls. Conclude your day with a gourmet dinner on the deck, providing a sophisticated and unhurried introduction to the raw beauty of South Africa's oldest wilderness.

Main Destination:

Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park (KZN Parks)

Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)

High Season October to March (The park can get busy)

Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain)

Wildlife in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park

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GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

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HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park (KZN Parks)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve

Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park, Southern Africa’s oldest reserve, offers exceptional morning and evening game drives in search of the Big Five and rare wild dogs. This iconic sanctuary is also a birder’s paradise, home to over 340 species. Between safaris, join the legendary Rhino Whisperer, Nunu Jobe, for a guided walk through the heart of the bush. For a deeper cultural connection, visit the Mpembeni community to learn about the Zulu people’s heritage - a refined and unhurried immersion into the wild.

Main Destination:

Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park (KZN Parks)

Accommodation:

Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park (KZN Parks)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer and explore the Elephant Coast Route

After breakfast, travel to the Elephant Coast for a serene seaside escape, with an optional air shuttle from Richard's Bay to Manzengwenya available for a swifter arrival. This idyllic sanctuary offers golden dunes and tranquil reefs, perfect for snorkeling or exploring the lush coastline. Join a guided kayak excursion on Lake Sibaya to spot hippos, or witness seasonal turtle hatching on the shore. Whether seeking adventure or reflection, this coastal retreat provides a sophisticated finale to your journey.

Main Destination:

Elephant Coast Route (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Thonga Beach Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Depart to Johannesburg

Your KwaZulu-Natal journey concludes today with a final breakfast before your transfer to Richard's Bay for your flight to Johannesburg. For a more direct departure, an optional air shuttle from Thonga Beach Lodge to Richard's Bay is available. Connect with your international flight home, leaving with a wealth of memories from the Big Five safaris of Hluhluwe to the pristine shores of the Elephant Coast - a seamless and sophisticated end to your South African expedition.

Main Destination:

Johannesburg (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

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