South Africa · BIG 5 SAFARIS IN DURBAN & KWAZULU-NATAL
Good big 5 safaris in Durban & KwaZulu-Natal fill up weeks ahead; the great ones go first. Below: the 7 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Sunrise Big Five safari from St Lucia into Hluhluwe-iMfolozi, with ranger spotting, breakfast, braai lunch, transport, and conservation levies.
“It was a fantastic day! Without going into the animals we saw, as that depends on luck, let me share the good and bad points of this tour. Arnaud, our guide, always had a smile on his face, answered every question, and provided a lot of inforRead more”
Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Big 5 safari from St Lucia with early sunrise drives, ranger-led game viewing, and a traditional braai lunch.
“We had a beautiful safari tour with Sifiso. It was beyond our expectations! The pickup in St.Lucia was flawless and overall we had a pleasant ride. Sifiso always made sure to take good care of us (it was a rainy day and he kept us dry and warm). The breakfast and lunch were absolutely lovely and delicious. Nothing was missing. As for the tour - he has a lot of experience and knowledge. He told us many interesting facts about the flora and fauna. And also things we wouldn’t think about asking, but were really important and interesting. You can feel the passion he has for the animals and wild…”
Big Five safari day trip from Durban to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Reserve with guide, entrance fees, and pickup, starting at 6am.
“Our tour guide Nikolas was amazing. Very knowledgeable and a great person. 10/10 would recommend again!”
Durban Big 5 safari to Manyoni Private Game Reserve with early pickup, open 4x4 drives, small-group wildlife spotting, and guides.
“African safari wirh big 5 is always great. Not much animals but enought for good safari. Beautifull nature. We recimanded.”
Durban’s Hluhluwe Big 5 safari mixes early predator spotting, two park sectors, and Zeiss 8x42 binoculars in a small group.
“Everything was very well organised. All guides were very knowledgeable. Topped off by great weather and saw more animals than expected. Thoroughly recommend to others.”
Big Five safari from Durban with two reserves, dawn rhino spotting at Hluhluwe-Imfolozi, then open-vehicle Big 5 action at Manyoni.
“It was great! The private game reserve was excellent! Our driver Tambo and guide Wanda Boy were the best! Highly recommend.”
Small-group Big 5 safari from St Lucia to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, with a guided game drive, braai lunch, and personal attention.
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