Top KwaZulu-Natal Nature Walks

This day safari takes you to KwaZulu-Natal, a coastal province known for its beauty and diverse array of wildlife. The tour has two stops: the African Raptor Center, with over 100 birds of prey, and the Tala Private Game Reserve, home to kudu, hippo, buffalo, giraffe, wildebeest, eland, and other big game animals. Cover both sites in just half a day, a difficult feat to do on your own.

With rugged mountain landscapes and limited roads, a 4WD is essential for exploring Lesotho. This 3-day private tour includes accommodation, meals, transfers, and a personal guide. Drive the dramatic Sani Pass and admire Maletsunyane Falls; see a diamond mine, rock paintings, and dinosaur footprints; meet shepherds, tour a horse trading town, and visit cave houses.

The tour departs from Durban heading northward along the coast to northern KwaZulu-Natal to a city called St Lucia. There we will visit Igwalagwala Trail our guide will inform you of the trails history and its incredible bird species. Offering some of the best birding possibilities in South Africa, St Lucia and its environs are home to the Igwalagwala Trail and are part of the Zululand Birding Route. The Igwalagwala Trail in St Lucia, South Africa, has to rank among the top birding treks in the world due to the quantity of high-quality species per unit area, according to published author and naturalist Ian Sinclair. St Lucia has over 500 bird species, so whether you want to see water birds, sea birds, forest birds, or birds of prey, our knowledgeable local culture guide will give you the very best chance to find the birds you want.

Forget the ocean, let’s hunt some vistas. Road trip inland towards the Maloti-Drakensberg World Heritage Site before arriving at the rich emerald Giants Castle Nature Reserve. Meet our Anthropologist, Dr Jeremy Hollmann, who’ll help you unlock this mysterious and interesting place. Dr Hollmann will guide you through the rugged terrain to the Main Caves and delve deeper into the anthropology of the SAN people. At Main Caves you will have a chance to take in the exhibit which depicts SAN/Bushman as they are thought to have looked and lived. Tuck into lunch at the Nottingham Road Brewery (own cost) before journeying along the Midlands Meander. Visit to the internationally acclaimed Ardmore Ceramics where you can expect an exhibition of creativity. Finish the day with an iconic stop at the Nelson Mandela Capture Site for a peek into South African notorious history and a bucketlist photograph.

Depart from Ghost Mountain Inn for a 4 hour walk amongst beauty, myth and history in a hike to the top of the Ghost Mountain (Tshaneni) and take in the expansive view of the area, including the battlegrounds of the 1884 Battle of Tshaneni.

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the Zulu people at Indlondlo Cultural Village, where culture comes alive through dance, music, and art. Witness the vibrant performances of the Indlondlo Zulu Dancers, who embody the traditions and stories of their ancestors. This engaging experience showcases the beauty of Zulu cultural practices, set against the stunning backdrop of the Valley of a Thousand Hills. Take a moment to appreciate the artistry and passion that goes into each performance, and gain insights into the significance of these traditions from knowledgeable guides.