Zululand Safari

Set out to experience the wonders of Zululand from the unique perspective of the Zulu people who call it home. Settle down in a small town, also a world heritage site & be bewildered by the Hippo’s waddling down the streets. Travel to the oldest proclaimed reserve in Africa as we go in search of the Big 5, witness Zulu war dancing and see of the most amazing Sunsets on Earth. Compliment your adventure with game drives, night drives, walks on unspoiled beaches and visits to local markets. Extraordinary views on a once in a lifetime Safari.

Once you have settled in at your deluxe accommodation meet up with your guide for a safari briefing to answer all your questions. Next is some sightseeing, travel by open game drive vehicle through the quaint little village and get yourself orientated. Meet the resident Hippo’s that roam the streets at night.

Then we are off to one of SA’s best Wetlands Parks (Eastern Shores), it’s a day of exploration, through meandering forests, vegetated sand dunes, and amazing Savannah grasslands. This open-air 4×4 safari gives you panoramic views of Kudu’s grazing, Buffalo stares, and Rhino’s resting. Keep your eye out for that elusive Leopard. A short hike to the top of Mission’s a magnetic view awaits you. The Indian Ocean with warm tropical waters year-round gives you an opportunity to snorkel in a protected bay or just relax on the beach.

Late afternoon we travel to one of the largest estuarine systems in Africa by Boat to watch and see Hippo’s wallowing and Nile Crocodiles basking in the afternoon sun. A two-hour epic journey one of wildlife and birdlife. Enjoy a true African sunset.

This package also includes a visit to one of SA’s Big 5 Game Reserves, with an opportunity of witnessing, Cheetah and Wild Dogs. Our game rangers know what your expectations are and with years of experience in the reserve, they will undoubtedly go out of their way to ensure the most memorable day of your life. Breakfast and Lunch is served in the bush. Rich in history this reserve was the backbone of saving the White Rhino from near extinction in the mid-’60s and still today the same methods are made use of. Travel through Savannah grasslands, thick luck bush and magnificent scenes of Africa all while in the comfort and company of your ranger.

The afternoon will allow enough time to relax, enjoy dinner at the lodge then your off on a Night Drive into the Wetland Park to go in search of all nocturnal animals including the elusive Leopard.

We also visit the Cheetah Rehabilitation Centre, meet the staff and get some insights as to why the cheetahs have been placed here, what the duration is of rehabilitating a Cheetah and when are these magnificent creatures translocated. Other amazing creatures that one may also encounter include Lynx and Caracal. The centre operates full time and has done so for numerous years it is only through dedication that this rehabilitation has succeeded in rehabilitating Cheetahs. After which we travel to a Traditional Zulu village to watch the Zulu warrior dancing, beadwork, and customs of the Zulu’s.