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Description
Take a short trip from Johannesburg to the famous Drakensberg mountains for an escape into nature. Take a boat ride in Isimangaliso Wetland Park, watch the whales up close, and take the ferry in Lake St Lucia to spot hippos and crocodiles! Go on game drives in Hluhluwe and Umfolozi Game Reserve to sight the black rhino and other native wildlife. Relax further with a visit to the highest “Pub” in Africa.
Highlights
- Visit Drakensberg Midlands Meander and take part in fun activities
- Take a boat ride in Isimangaliso Wetland Park
- Spot hippos and crocodiles at Lake St. Lucia
- Go whale watching in the Indian ocean
- Visit the highest "Pub" in Africa
- Explore 2 different game reserves in KwaZulu-Natal - the Hluhluwe and Umfolozi
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Day 1: UKhahlamba Drakensberg Mountains expand_more
Depart from Johannesburg and travel to UKhahlamba Drakensberg Mountains which is a World Heritage Site.
Explore the Drakensberg Midlands Meander. The Midlands Meander offers not only a variety of unique arts and crafts, stunning getaway locations, and fun activities but also breath-taking views and historical sights that will leave you in awe.
- Spend the night in Moorcroft Manor County Hotel, Southern Drakensberg.
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Day 2: Visit Sani Pass expand_more
Post breakfast, travel to the cultural village in Sani Pass to visit the highest “Pub” in Africa.
Return to Moorcroft Manor County Hotel late afternoon for your overnight stay.
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Day 3: Adventures at St. Lucia Estuary expand_more
After breakfast, travel to the St. Lucia Estuary, a World Heritage Site that is home to diverse wildlife and migratory bird species.
Take a boat cruise through the Isimangaliso Wetland Park in the afternoon.
- Stay overnight in St Lucia at the Umlilo Lodge.
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Day 4: Cruise through the Indian Ocean expand_more
After an early breakfast, enjoy the best deep-sea experience possible and view a 40-ton Whale from as close as 100m from the boat in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
Take an Advantage Cruiser, a ferry to explore Lake St. Lucia for hippos, crocodiles, fishes, eagles, herons, mangroves, kingfishers, mudskippers, etc.
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Day 5: Visit Hluhluwe Game Reserve expand_more
After breakfast, travel to Hluhluwe Game Reserve, the home of the Black Rhino and the rest of the big 5.
Enjoy a late afternoon game drive in an open game-viewing vehicle.
Overnight stay at the Hill Top Rest camp.
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Day 6: Visit Umfolozi Game Reserve expand_more
After an early morning breakfast, depart for the Umfolozi Game Reserve.
Return to the lodge for dinner.
Afterward, go for a night game drive in an open game-viewing vehicle.
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Day 7: Departure expand_more
Have a relaxing breakfast at the Hill Top Rest camp.
Depart for Johannesrburg.
What's Included
Park fees.
Accommodation and meals.
Transportation as mentioned in the tour description.
A professional South African guide.
Personal attention/service excellence.
What's Excluded
International flights from home and return.
Drinks, Tips & Porterage.
All lunches.
Visa fees (if applicable).
Travel insurance.
Other personal items.
Know before you go
The tour is offered in $ USD/p/d for ease of reference. However, it should be paid in ZAR.
A minimum of 4 people is required.
50% payable at tour booking date and final payment 30 days prior to the start of the tour.
The full deposit will be returned if the tour is canceled 30 days prior to departure.
Payments are currently by bank transfer and guests are required to pay the transfer fees.
Zulu named "Barrier of Spears" or English named "Dragon Mountains" live up to these names, inspiring awe and wonder in all who experience this pristine beauty; and just when you think it cannot get any better you will be exposed to total indulgence in a myriad of wildlife experiences. A very special slice of Africa, the iSimangaliso Wetland Park & much more awaits you!
Meeting Point
Johannesburg, South Africa
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Adult | |
| 1 To 4 | USD 2633 Per Person |
This is a group tour | |