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Africa's oldest proclaimed game reserve — home of the Big 5

Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Big 5 Safari from Durban

14 hoursMax 8 guestsEnglish, ZuluFree cancellation up to 24 hours beforeBestseller
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Small Group Tour

Max 8 guests

Private Tour

Own guide & vehicle

Luxury Custom

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Journey to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park — Africa's oldest proclaimed nature reserve (est. 1895) and a stronghold for the endangered white rhinoceros. This incredible park is home to all of the Big 5 and played a pivotal role in saving the white rhino from extinction through Operation Rhino in the 1960s. Enjoy an exhilarating open-vehicle game drive with expert rangers who track animals through the diverse landscapes of rolling hills, river valleys, and dense bushveld. Lunch is served at the scenic Hilltop Camp overlooking the wilderness.

Tour Highlights

Big 5 game viewing — exceptional rhino sightings
Africa's oldest proclaimed reserve
Open-vehicle game drive with tracker
Expert ranger with deep local knowledge
Hilltop Camp lunch with bush views
White rhino conservation heartland
Small group — max 8 guests

Interactive Route Map

Click markers to see stop details. Route is approximate and may vary.

Your Day, Stop by Stop

A cinematic journey through Cape Town's most iconic landmarks

1
05:00

Hotel Pickup

15 min

Early departure from Durban — coffee & rusks provided

2
05:15

Drive to Hluhluwe

180 min

3-hour scenic drive through KwaZulu-Natal sugar cane country

3
08:15

Enter the Park

15 min

Gate entry and transfer to open safari vehicle

4
08:30

Morning Game Drive

180 min

Track Big 5 through the park's diverse terrain — the best time for predators

5
11:30

Hilltop Camp Lunch

60 min

Enjoy lunch with panoramic views over the reserve

6
12:30

Afternoon Game Drive

120 min

Second drive — focus on rhino and elephant at watering holes

7
14:30

Depart Park

15 min

Exit the reserve and begin the return journey

8
17:30

Hotel Drop-off

0 min

Return to your Durban accommodation

What's Included

Inclusions

  • Hotel pickup & drop-off (Durban)
  • Open safari vehicle
  • Expert ranger/guide
  • Park entrance fees
  • Lunch at Hilltop Camp
  • Morning coffee & rusks
  • Binoculars on request

Exclusions

  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses

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4.8(604)
Duration14 hours
Group SizeMax 8
Start Time05:00
LanguagesEnglish, Zulu
Difficultyeasy
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Durban
Summer Season
24–32°C
Tropical & warm

Typical conditions · Plan your visit accordingly

Best Time to Go

Jan
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Dec

Dry winter is best — sparse vegetation makes animal spotting easier.

What to Bring

  • Warm layers (early morning)
  • Binoculars
  • Camera with zoom
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat

Insider Tips

  • Hluhluwe has one of the highest concentrations of white rhino in Africa
  • The imfolozi section is wilder and less visited — ask your ranger

Meeting Point

Hotel pickup in Durban CBD, Umhlanga, or Ballito

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