Free cancellation
Activity St Lucia, South Africa
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi private boutique full day safari
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17 reviews
About this activity
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park is the oldest proclaimed game reserve in Africa 96,000 hectares of legendary wilderness and the birthplace of rhino conservation. In the 1960s, this extraordinary park saved the white rhino from extinction. King Shaka chose the southern Umfolozi section as his personal hunting grounds.
Today, home to the African Big 5, Wild Dog and Cheetah, this iconic park rewards every visit differently.
Your vehicle. Your ranger. Your day,entirely yours.
This is a private boutique safari experience — exclusive, unhurried, and expertly guided. No shared jeeps. No compromises. Just premium, private wildlife immersion at its finest.
At a glance
- Duration
- 7–8 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–9
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Heritage Tours & Safaris
Ages: Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–85 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Private transportation
- Included: Private safari
- Included: Breakfast and Refreshments are included while at one of the numerous picnic spots
- Included: All Conservation Levies are Included on this Safari
- Included: Binoculars
- Included: Enjoy a traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue), salads and refreshments included at lunch
- Included: All vehicles carry additional coolers with bottled water for all clients for the duration of the Safari
- Included: Snacks on the vehicle
- Included: Blankets are also provided on all of the game drive vehicles
- Included: Professional Guide
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities are not included
Itinerary
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Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park Wilderness Area
8 hours Admission included
Experience a EXCLUSIVE and Private Big Five Safari (Safari vehicle all to yourself)
Your game ranger for the day will pick you up at your accommodation at 05:00 am in St Lucia. You will then be transferred to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park, Nyalazi Gate (the southern section of the Park). All clients meeting us at the Nyalazi Gate please if you would be their by 06:00 am.
Once everyone is onboard your ranger will offer you an introduction to the Park, let you know regarding the area or destination for the day and you are off on a magnificent day's wildlife safari.
The Park is home to the African Big 5, Cheetah, Wild Dogs and much more. Sit back and enjoy as the Bush comes alive. Early morning departures are more productive as this is when the predators are more active enhancing your chances of seeing them.
The full-day Big 5 safari includes Breakfast, Bush Lunch (traditional South African BBQ), and Refreshments.
Snacks on the vehicle
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- Elephant Lake Hotel
- St Lucia Ecolodge and Conference Centre
We will gladly pick you up from any accommodation within St Lucia at 05:00 am, Alternatively, should you like to meet us at the Nyalazi Gate (Imfolozi Park) we will meet you at 06:00 am.
Please NOTE pickups do not include Durban & Richards Bay.
Using your ticket
Please let us know if you are staying in St Lucia your accommodation name (pick up is at 5:00am) OR if you will be meeting us at the NYALAZI gate (meet at 6:00am at the Nyalazi gate).
Please advise any diet/allergy requirements.
We look forward to hosting you on a Private Safari.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
- The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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No Children under the age of 6 years old are allowed
Traveller ratings
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