Full Day Hluhluwe Game Reserve Safari from Durban

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Durban, South Africa

12 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Set out on a day-long safari from Durban to the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve, one of Africa's oldest nature reserves. It's also home to the world's largest white rhino population, a species once on the brink of extinction. Once here, you'll embark on a closed vehicle game drive in search of Africa's 'Big Five,' along with other animals such as cheetahs and hyenas. Scan the waters for crocs and hippos, and keep an eye (and an ear) out for birds like the colorful little bee eater and the Klaas's cuckoo.

What's Included

Lunch
Game Drive - closed vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop off
Professional guide

Gratuities
drinks and all extra meals not mentioned
Open vehicle game drive optional at a surcharge - subject to availability
Surcharge for open vehicle needs to be pre booked and pre paid

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Should your hotel not be on the list, please contact us 72 hours to find out if we will be able to collect you from your hotel.

Operating hours
.6:30 am

Itinerary

Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park Wilderness Area

6 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level

A minimum of 2 people is required for this tour to operate
open vehicle game drive available at a surcharge - subject to availability at the time of booking
Children up to the ages of 3 years are required to sit in a car seat. Car seats subject to availability at the time of booking. Parents are welcome to bring their own car seat.
No children under 8 years permitted on the scheduled Open Vehicle Game drives.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

4.4

based on 22 reviews

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Superb Safari

Melvin_G, May 2019

The guide, Wendy, was extremely knowledgeable and knew when game were nervous or felt challenged and immediately removed us from harms way.

Not the Big 5

David_D, May 2019

Sad that we only got to see a few animals. No Rhino or Lions. Don't think this is the best park to visit if you want to see these animals.

A superb day all round. This company...

michael K, Nov 2017

A superb day all round. This company is a subsidiary of a much bigger well renowned organisation and you could tell. Air conditioned Mercedes van was punctual and had plenty of room for our group of 16. Our tour co-ordinator was accompanied by a driver who got us to the game reserve efficiently and safely. The location required an early start at 6.30 am for the 2.5 hours plus journey including comfort breaks each way Upon arrival our group was divided into two as we transferred to superb off road vehicles each specialist guide acting also as driver. These guides and vehicles belonged to the tour company not the reserve and they were the best of the many we saw during the day. Our guide was superbly knowledgeable of the reserve and kept in close contact with other guides by radio to ensure that we managed to see as many animals as possible. We managed to see 4 of the big five apart from a leopard as well as baboons, zebras, impalas, the bonus being an energetic dung beetle! on occasions, animals were very close, particularly an elephant and a herd of zebras grazing beside our path. Altogether a long day lasting a little over 12 hours but nonetheless memorable in numerous ways. Highly recommended!

This was an excellent trip our...

Leslie_S, Apr 2017

This was an excellent trip our Guide, Jan Jordaan ,was very knowledgeable - there was plenty of room in the vehicle as there were only 4 of us - we left the hotel at 6.15am and returned at 7.30pm. The whole time we were absorbed in the wonderful scenery and the animals - we saw many elephants, rhino, wart hogs, baboons, giraffes, Cape buffalos and the crowning moment - just as we had given up was a pride of lions - we can honestly say it was a wonderful trip.

Whilst we didn't see any lions we...

Marion M, Apr 2017

Whilst we didn't see any lions we say loads of other wild life , at one point I thought the elephant were coming into the car , excellent day out if you are an animal lover , our tour guide provided loads of info and new exactly were to find the animals, the meal that was included in the tour price was lovely, the pick up and drop off service was excellent as the reserve is a few hours away, an excellent day out

My family and I had the most special...

Kathy B, Jul 2016

My family and I had the most special day , our guide,Prince ,was especially good . We saw Rhino Elephant ZEbra Giraffee wildebeest Buffalo baboon warthogs and lots of Buck . I definitely want to return and maybe be lucky enough to see some cats next time . Recommend this tour as it was just the 3 of us.

My Husband (30) and I (24) from...

Alexander N, Mar 2014

My Husband (30) and I (24) from Germany had a wonderful day in the Hluhluwe Game Reserve. In the park we saw crocodiles, giraffes, elephants, warthogs, rhinos, buffalos, zebras, several species of monkeys, spiders, snakes and birds. The guide knew exactly where to find the animals, it was great. Also the driver from Durban to the game reserve was very nice. He was a zulu man and told us so much about the zulu culture. The Lunch at the Lodge was also very nice, we were able to choose from the whole card of the restaurant. We had a wonderful day.

After seeing the Serengeti and Masai...

Helmut_M, Mar 2014

After seeing the Serengeti and Masai Mara, it was a bit disappointing, but the long ride to and from Durban cuts into the best viewing time. Should be a two day trip. The Driver did his very best and can only be commended.

This gamme reserve is a lot more...

Thierry G, Apr 2012

This gamme reserve is a lot more rugged than Pilanesburg. And much further from Durban than Pilanesburg is from Johannesburg. So we got back almost at 8.30 pm after leasing at 6.30 in the morning. The guide was well intentioned but like most guides they are on a mission to spew all they know! Had to reign him to the job at hand several times. Did not see many animals. Worth doing if spending a night there!

Perfect nothing to be signalled...

Fiore L, Dec 2011

Perfect nothing to be signalled, beautiful and interesting excursion

Driver drove too fast during the...

Freddie M H, Mar 2011

Driver drove too fast during the trip to and from the reserve and did not observe village speed bumps. The safari though was exciting.

Long trip from Durban gave us an...

J Antoni R, Mar 2011

Long trip from Durban gave us an idea of the agricultural economy of SA - sugarcane and eucalyptus farms as far as eye can see. Beautiful landscape of the Reserve, we saw zebras, giraffe, elephant (1), water buffalo (1), rhinoceros only from very far, some other animals as well. No big cats - February is not the best time. Very pleasant and friendly, well informed Zulu guide.

I loved going to to Hluhluwe. It was...

Rachel, Dec 2010

I loved going to to Hluhluwe. It was a long drive there, about 3.5 hours from Durban but we spent over 8 hours just at the game reserve, it made for a long day but it was amazing. Our driver was very nice. We saw only 3 of the big 5, but we saw lots of the buffalo and rhinos. We saw many beautiful giraffes and zebras. It was great how close they get to the cars. I suggest paying the extra for the open game drive, it was worth it. If you only have a short time for a safari, this is perfect for you. I would recommend this tour and the company.

While we only saw three of the "big...

Arlene V, Apr 2010

While we only saw three of the "big five" I would consider our safari to be a success. Our driverguide was both very personable and also very informative. He shared a lot both on our trip to and from the game reserve as well as providing us with information on animals in the reserve itself. I would highly recommend this safari to anyone who was considering it.

This trip was work flying 6,000 miles...

Deborah C, Apr 2010

This trip was work flying 6,000 miles for on its own. Our guide Thabo was excellent. Full of information and spotted things that we would have missed. Our meal at the hilltop restaurant was delicious and the view could not have been bettered. Anyone planning at trip to Hluhluwe should definitely book it through Viator. Excellent value for money.

We had an excellent driver/guide, who...

Wyn G, Jul 2009

We had an excellent driver/guide, who did all he could to make our trip both enjoyable and to let us see so many animals.

Very anxious having to confirm once in...

Retired Nomads, May 2009

Very anxious having to confirm once in Africa as well as before leaving the UK, relied upon kindness of hotel. Good day. Long journey, as expected. First vehicle absolutely terrible...impossibly small for 4 adults. Driver agreed to change. Finally set off in van and all was great. Very knowledgeable driver guide.Pleased with animals seen. Very late return but to our advantage having had very late start.

Totally professional service. Driver to...

Maire R, Sep 2008

Totally professional service. Driver to Hluhluwe and back was so entertaining and knowledgeable about South Africa that the 3 hour drive to the reserve passed quickly. Our guide for the safari was also excellent and when to great lengths make sure we saw as many animals as possible. Lunch was excellent too.

Fin tur i vakre omgivelser

JuneMrb, Jun 2018

Vi hadde en fin tur i bushen. Da det var frodigere enn vanlig var ikke dyrene lette å oppdage. Det var ikke vår guide sin feil, da han gjorde en eksemplarisk jobb. Han var punktlig, høflig og profesjonell. En fin opplevelse. Anbefales.