Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park Day Safari Options

The oldest proclaimed reserve in Africa, Awaits. 96000 Hectares of wilderness, rolling hills and magnificent wildlife.

Explore and Discover while out on one of our exciting Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park Day Safari Options.

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    An Exceptional Experience Awaits You !

    Hluhluwe Game Reserve may be explored either by private vehicle or by booking a Day Safari to Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve, excursions to the Reserve include a 3hr Day Safari, Half Day Safari or a Full Day Safari.

    Day Safari Options Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve

    All Day Safaris:

    • Conducted in Open Game Drive Safari Vehicles
    • Registered Game Rangers
    • All Safari Vehicles have Carrier Permits as per the South African Transport Act
    • All Rangers are First Aid Certified
    • All vehicles are certified to operate within the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park

    Safari Departure Times:

    • 5:00 am from St Lucia (Complimentary transfers)
    • 6:00 am Meet at the gate (Nyalazi Gate: Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park)

    Most Popular Hluhluwe Day Safari Options

    23 Years of experience in the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park will ensure that you have a truly magnificent Big 5 Safari.

    Hluhluwe Full Day Safari

    This 9 Hour Safari offers one the best possibilities of witnessing the Big 5 and more. We set out at dawn when predators start to roam the plains in search of prey, discover a wide array of wildlife within this oldest proclaimed reserve in Africa.

    This is one of the most, magnificent areas in KwaZulu Natal, Hluhluwe Game Reserve a 96000-hectare paradise. Your personal guide will offer you so much more.

    Includes:

    • Conservation Levy
    • Breakfast
    • Traditional Braai-Lunch & Refreshments

    FROM R1670.00

     

    Hluhluwe Half Day Safari

    This 6 Hour Safari offers you a better opportunity to witness the Big 5 while in the reserve travel from either the Hluhluwe side or the Umfolozi side, please bear in mind that the Umfolozi side offers better sightings of the Cats. Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve is the oldest proclaimed Game Reserve in Africa.

    Big 5, Cheetah, and Wild Dogs may also be encountered while out on Safari.

    Includes:

    • Conservation Levy
    • Breakfast
    • Refreshments

    From R1360.00

     

    2 Parks in a Day

    What has to be the most incredible way to explore 2 Parks in a Single Day. Join Us on an exciting Half-Day Big 5 into the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park and then experience South Africa's very first World Heritage Site, (iSimangaliso Wetland Park) on an afternoon Day Tour.

    Includes:

    • Conservation Levies
    • Breakfast in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park
    • Picnic Lunch in iSimangaliso Wetland Park
    • Refreshments
    • Mask & Snorkels incl (Cape Vidal)

    Bush & Boat Safari

    This 1 day Bush & Boat Safari takes you into the oldest proclaimed park in Africa, Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve, and then onto the St Lucia Estuary South Africa’s first World Heritage Site.

    Follow the less-traveled roads into the Umfolozi Game Reserve, through the spectacular landscapes of this Big 5 Reserve, late afternoon we travel by boat on the St Lucia Estuary, South Africa’s first World Heritage site.

    This 8 Hour Safari offers the best of both worlds, Big 5 Game Viewing in Africa's oldest proclaimed reserve and travel by boat on Lake St Lucia Estuary South Africa's first World Heritage Site. 

    From  R1600.00

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park Safaris

    2 Hr Boat Cruise

    Visit St Lucia and enjoy a 2-Hr Hippo & Croc Boat Cruise.

    From R400

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    Looking for more than just a Day Safari why not browse the incredible Overnight Safari Options on Offer. We have also composed a How To Book a Safari effectively and efficiently, make sure with our trusted steps.

    Heritage Tours & Safaris offers you a chance of witnessing Africa's greatest, travel by Open Game Drive with Knowledgeable and Experienced Game Rangers, their experience and passion will undoubtedly make your Hluhluwe Safari a memorable one. Join us and discover this magical reserve, climb aboard as a client and leave as a friend.

    All of the above Hluhluwe Safaris are conducted by Heritage Tours & Safaris. Voted No. 1 again for the 6th consecutive year in a row on TripAdvisor.

    We are delighted to announce that Heritage Tours & Safaris has won their nomimation in the Global Tourism Excellence Awards in 2025. Congratulations, why not join this company on Safari into the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park.

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    What To bring along:

    Camera please make sure that you charge those batteries, extra memory cards, Binoculars, Light Pull over and sunblock. All vehicles do carry coolers with bottled water, blankets and all vehicles can close up should it rain.

     

    Call us today at +27 35 5901555/ +27 64 037 6415

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    This would depend on the amount of time that you have to explore this amazing Park, the amount of people that you are and your budget.

    Limited with Time? Why not enjoy a Half-Day Hluhluwe Safari

    • We would suggest a Half-Day Hluhluwe Safari, this 6 hour safari offers an amazing time into the lower Imfolozi Park, all gate fees and conservation levies are also included as well as a remarkeable Bush Breakfast at one of the picnic areas. The Hluhluwe Safaris are also conducted in Open Game Drive Safari Vehicles.

    Full-Day Big 5 Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park Safari

    • Without a doubt this is our most popular Big 5 Hluhluwe Safari Option, all gate and conservation fees are included as well as breakfast and lunch. This Hluhluwe Safari offers you ample time to venture deeper into the lower Imfolozi Park on Safari. This safari is ideal for families and friends wanting to explore the wonders of nature.

    Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park Six On Safari Full Day Big 5 Safari

    • It's a mouthful we know but its truly a more exclusive way to go on safari into the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park. With a maximum of 6 clients on this Big 5 Safari you are assured of a window seat. Never again miss out on any wildlife sightings. Ideal for smaller families or just getting out into nature with some friends. 

    Absolutely, yes. The park has an amazing array of wildlife and you will love seeing these incredible animals on a self drive safari into the Hluhluwe Imfolozi park. Here are some tips and areas for you to enjoy. 

    It is not always needed, this would depend on the time of the year. From August to the end of December it is usually busy in the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park. We would suggest that maybe getting in touch with your safari operator and enquiring regarding this.