Itinerary Highlights
- Discover the immense Drakensburg
- search for big five in Hluhluwe
- Visit historic battlefields
- relax in luxury at Oysterbox hotel
- fly direct with BA!
What's Included
- Flights
- Accommodation Throughout
- Car Hire
13 nights from £3,295 - £3,985 per person
Helen Kennedy
Travel Specialist
If a 'sun-lounger' holiday is not your thing, this exciting two-week tour of South Africa's KwaZulu Natal, packed with outdoor activities and excursions, might rock your boat. This trip takes you high into the Drakensberg on the Lesotho border, through the famous 1879 Zulu War battlefields, on safari in Zulu King Shaka's former hunting grounds, and ends with three days at the stunningly beautiful Oysterbox Hotel in Durban.
Itinerary
Day 1 Departure
Depart this evening on your flight to Durban.
Day 2 Drakensburg Mountains
Today you will collect your car hire and drive to your first hotel in the picturesque Drakensberg for a three night stay at Montusi Mountain lodge. Enjoy stunning views over the Drakensberg as well as the variety of activities on offer.
Day 5 The Battlefields
Drive east to the Battlefields to stay three nights at comfortable Fugitives Drift Guest House, on the reserve only 5 minutes from the main lodge with just 6 rooms each with private veranda, grouped around an old farmhouse, set in lovely gardens with a peaceful atmosphere. Here there are fascinating tours to the nearby battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift, as well as to Dingaan's Kraal and the Zulu -Valley of the Kings.
Day 6 Battlefields tour
Learn about the fascinating history of the wars that were fought in this area.
Day 7 Hluhluwe Game Reserve
Travel up to Hluhluwe today where you will spend the next 3 nights with all meals and safari activities included.
Hlluhluwe is well known in South Africa for its amazing game viewing.
Day 8 Hluhluwe Game Reserve
Your time here is focusing on safari game drives. The reserve has been cleared of alien species and restored to its natural equilibrium. Look for wild dog, cheetah, giraffe, rhino, buffalo and elephant.
Staying at
Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge
Day 9 Hluhluwe Game Reserve
As well as the twice daily game drives, Rhino Ridge has a superb viewing deck that offers views over the reserve and wildlife within it.
Staying at
Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge
Day 10 Durban
Drive back to Durban today for your relaxing three night stay at the beautiful Oyster Box Hotel. Here you will have some award winning food as well as spa treatments. The setting of The Oyster Box hotel is superb, watch the waves crashing over as you sip on a lovely cocktail in the bar.
Day 13 Drive to Durban - King Shaka Intern...
Drive to Durban - King Shaka International airport for your direct flight out and back into London.
Helen Kennedy
Travel Specialist
Pricing Information & Dates
13 nights from £3,295 - £3,985 per person
Itinerary Dates
Pricing
1st Jan 2025 -
30th Apr 2025
30th Apr 2025
£3,850
1st May 2025 -
31st Aug 2025
31st Aug 2025
£3,295
1st Sep 2025 -
30th Nov 2025
30th Nov 2025
£3,795
1st Dec 2025 -
15th Dec 2025
15th Dec 2025
£3,950
1st Jan 2026 -
30th Apr 2026
30th Apr 2026
£3,950
Helen Kennedy
Travel Specialist
Price Includes
- Return International Flights as per the itinerary
- All airport taxes and security charges
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Transfers as specified
- Activities and excursions as specified
- All entrace fees on sightseeing tours as specified
• International and domestic flights from the UK
• Comprehensive Group C car hire with unlimited mileage
• Accommodation with meals as specified
Price Excludes
- Travel Insurance
- Any meals not specified in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
- Optional excursions
• Visa fees
• Drinks
• Personal Items
Pricing Notes
Subject to availability at the time of booking.
Terms and conditions apply
Why Choose Us?
Passionate travel experts
- We've been leading wildlife travel since our first South Africa tours over 25 years ago
- Our Travel Specialists have lived in their specialist area for years
- We work with local guides to immerse you deeper in our diverse range of experiences
Personal & tailor-made
- You'll speak to your own expert who'll share their first-hand knowledge
- We'll make your itinerary seamless with 24/7 emergency contact available
- Your Travel Specialist will listen to ensure you have the best chance of seeing the wildlife you love
Responsible by nature
- We take care to actively contribute to the conservation of environments we visit
- For select countries, we make a charitable donation on your behalf when you make your booking
- We've partnered with conservation experts and NGOs to curate responsible tours
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