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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Durban to Tembe Elephant Park

Durban to Tembe Elephant Park

The closest major airport to Tembe Elephant Park is King Shaka International Airport in Durban. From here, it is about a 3,5 hour drive to Tembe Elephant Park and the journey is easily accomplished as a self-drive in a rental car, although we can arrange transfers if you prefer.

Once you arrive at Tembe Elephant Lodge, the staff will take over. You can enjoy lunch before heading out on your first afternoon game drive to see the magnificent elephants.

Main Destination:
Tembe Elephant Park
Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)
High Season October to March (The camp can get a bit busy)
Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain)

Wildlife in Tembe Elephant Park

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
CheetahOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Tembe Elephant Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Tembe Elephant Park
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2-3

Tembe Elephant Park

Tembe Elephant Park

The day starts with a wake up call before sunrise, so you can be out and about looking for predators before they find a quiet spot to sleep through the heat of the day. The morning game drive lasts +-3 hours, with a stop for tea and coffee in the bush.

Once you return to camp, you will enjoy a cooked breakfast and some relaxation time. Grab a book and find a quiet spot to enjoy the bush. In the afternoon, you will enjoy high tea before setting off on another afternoon game drive, with a stop for sundowners. Return to camp at night for a scrumptious dinner, followed by drinks around the fireplace.

Main Destination:
Tembe Elephant Park
Accommodation:
Tembe Elephant Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Tembe Elephant Park
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Tembe Elephant Park to Durban

Tembe Elephant Park to Durban

Depending on what time you need to leave, there is potentially chance for a last game drive to try find the animals that have so far eluded you. After that, you will drive back to King Shaka Airport in Durban to drop off the rental car. If you want to extend your trip in South Africa, we will be happy to help.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
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