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The 10 Best Tours in St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal
Coordinates: 13°53′N 60°58′W / 13.883°N 60.967°W / 13.883; -60.967
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1. iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Full Day Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Set of at 08:00 am and travel into South Africa's very first world heritage site. Sit back and let your personal ranger for the day give you all the information regarding this amazing and incredible park. Not only will one enjoy some amazing wildlife but also the chance to witness exactly why this park was proclaimed a world heritage site. You will travel towards Cape Vidal during this tour with numerous loop roads, hides and lookout points en route. Once you arrive at Cape Vidal you may have the opportunity to enjoy some snorkeling in the protected bay (weather & tide dependent). Enjoy a special Picnic lunch all the while enjoying the wildlife within the park.
Inclusions: A Full Picnic Lunch and Refreshments is included on this Tour, All vehicles carry additional coolers with bottled for the duration of the Tour, Conservation Levies Included, Mask & Snorkel is also included on this Tour (Weather Dependent)
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By DerekH2103
The experience of riding with an eco guide in the vehicle was fantastic. By asking questions, you are also exposed to local culture and plants. The knowledge of the guide (Senzo) regarding the animals and birds contributed greatly to our day at Imfolozi.
2. 2 Day Zulu Safari Adventure from Durban
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour features a 2 hour hippo and croc boat cruise on the St. Lucia Estuary. St. Lucia is the only town in Southern Africa that is completely surrounded by water. Did you know the hippo are known to roam the streets of this town? Embark on a late afternoon safari at an exclusive Private Game Reserve renowned for their groundbreaking conservation work and rewarding game viewing. On your second day, enjoy sightings of Africa's iconic game within the second oldest reserve on the planet - Hluhluwe Imfolozi - before returning to Durban.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch
Exclusions: Drinks and additional snacks
Reviewed By Ledunffc
Don’t miss a trip to Lesotho while you are in South Africa. Stunning sceneries, beautiful encounters with the locals . Our guide from Roof of Africa. Was very knowledgeable and courteous but also the best driver I met. I highly recommend this organization to anyone who plans to visit Lesotho. They did everything possible to please and accommodate us. The guide even spotted a very traditional ceremony celebrating manhood of some villagers , without him we would have missed it. He taught us a lot on their culture and also helped us interact tactfully with the people who were not Used to seeing foreign tourists. He was also very environmental friendly . Out of the 74 countries visited to date, Lesotho remains one of my favorite ones partly due to the way I visited it .
3. Cape Vidal Snorkeling Adventure
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 26 reviews
On our Cape Vidal Snorkeling Adventures you'll be amazed with the amount of fish! Our highly skilled guides will guide you around safely in the water, while pointing out species of interest. We always have a torpedo buoy with us in the water for extra flotation and an underwater camera to capture your adventure with us!
Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Park entrance fees
Reviewed By Martin V
Safari & Surf basically took care of all our activities. Everything was well organized and really the only way to experience the area is with Rick, his knowledge of the birds, fish, insects, fauna and flora means you leave with a new appreciation of the area. Thanks for going the extra mile Rick!
4. Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park Full Day Big 5 Safari Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 12 reviews
Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park is the oldest proclaimed game reserve in Africa. This 96000 hectare Park is home to the African Big 5, Wild Dogs, Cheetah and much more. Historically this is also the Park that single-handedly saved the Rhinos from near extinction in the '60s when less than 100 Rhinos roamed the planet. King Shaka also made use of the southern section (Umfolozi) as his personal hunting grounds in days gone by. This park not only offers the most magical sights and sounds but some fascinating historical facts. All of our rangers have numerous years of experience in their respective fields and will undoubtedly ensure that you have a marvelous day out on your Full-Day Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park Safari.
Inclusions: Breakfast and Refreshments are included while at one of the numerous picnic spots, Enjoy a traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue), salads and refreshments included at lunch, All vehicles carry additional coolers with bottled water for all clients for the duration of the Safari, Private transportation, All Conservation Levies are Included on this Safari, Blankets are also provided on all of the game drive vehicles
Exclusions: Gratuities are not included
Reviewed By P2187WOdebbier
What a wonderful day out. I would like to thank our guide Jabu for making the day so memorable. He was so patient with us, extremely knowledgeable and very helpful with my 84 year old Mother.
5. Full-Day Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park Big Five Game Drive
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 26 reviews
This full-day game drive takes you to the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park to search through the flora and fauna for the big five game of Africa. Enjoy a breakfast, and a BBQ lunch on this guided small-group tour for up to 9 guests. Entrance fees plus hotel pickup and drop-off is included.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Beverages, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off from selected hotels/guest houses
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Amanarama12
Saw giraffes, elephant, wildebeest, groups of white rhino, warthogs, a variety of buck in the dawn light drive through the park. Bheki and Sandile made it a real learning experience with their fascinating local knowledge of plants, birds, reptiles, mammals and land forms. No questions went unanswered! The trip is also excellent value for money, and includes park entry fees, transport, breakfast and drinks along the way. We had a wonderful time and would definitely book Monzi Tours and these guides again. Thank you!
6. iSimangaliso Guided Walking Safari
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 10 reviews
Do you want to truly experience Africa, its smells, sounds and the unmistakeable ‘Africa feeling’?Come join our knowledgeable guides on a 2.5hrs walking safari only a stone’s throw away from St Lucia Village. Our walking safaris are conducted in an area without buffalo, elephant, lion and rhino. This create a safer experience where the entire family can join in and experience the feeling of being one with nature and truly feel part of the ecosystem. Our guides are all highly skilled at the art of reading animal tracks and signs and will fascinate you with their interpretations of what happened on the trails the night before. Boasting with 526 species of birds in the Park, we will do our best to identify them for you by their calls. Common mammal sighting on our Walking Safaris include zebra, wildebeest, waterbuck, impala, warthog, red and common duiker, common reedbuck, kudu, vervet and samango monkeys, banded mongoose and rarely leopard, hyena and side-striped jackal.
Inclusions: Park entrance fee
Exclusions:
Reviewed By SusieMai
Such excellent customer service. The guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Equipment all provided and of high quality. Snorkelling was brilliant, guide gave us fascinating information and was great with the kids. Highly recommend.
7. Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park Half-Day Game Drive from St. Lucia
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 12 reviews
This 7-hour game drive with your professional guide takes you to Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park for the morning hours. Enjoy a breakfast at a picnic spot before embarking on a search for fauna and flora, but most importantly the big five: lion, buffalo, elephant, leopard, and rhino. Group size is limited to 9 people.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Professional guide, Pickup and drop-off from selected hotels/guest houses, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By MikeK4785
Saw 3 of the big five. Need the whole day here to see and experience everything. Well sign posted in the park as well as tour map that can be purchased at entrance gate. The big cats were very elusive, but saw elephant, rhino, buck and warthog by the dozen. Well worth paying R120 per adult.
8. Hluhluwe Imfolozi Safari & St Lucia Boat Safari Private Day Tour from Durban
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 19 reviews
This tour has two main features. First you will visit St Lucia and the estuary inside the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park. There you will board a river boat for a 2 hours guided tour of the estuary. The local guide will inform you of the reserves history and its incredible wildlife. After a short visit to the town of St Lucia and the beach, you will head off to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve where your experienced guide will show you around the park in search of the diverse wildlife and big 5.
Inclusions: Collection and drop off from Durban in an Air-conditioned vehicle, Qualified Tour Guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By RoseMarieOhio
Freddie, our amazing guide, was the best part. We arrived by cruise ship, 2 hour late. He waited and reorganized our tour so we missed only one small thing I can't even remember. We saw everything else including lions and hippos after the best time with the Zulu performance. I would give him more stars if I could. At the end of the tour, his boss called to make sure we were taken care of. When I spoke to him, he pretty much said it went so well because we had Freddie. Freddie knew every nuance of our visits....how much time to allow, what to pass over more quickly, where to spend the most time. Thanks to all of you.
9. Isimangaliso Wetland Park and Cape Vidal Day Trip from St. Lucia
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 16 reviews
Start your 8.5-hour day with morning pickup from your hotel and head out with a small-group (of no more than 9) for a day of fun. Relax and enjoy the scenery on your way to Isimangaliso Wetland Park and Cape Vidal for a game drive and swimming. Breakfast is served along the way and later in the day, your guide will prepare you lunch.
Inclusions: Beverages, Breakfast, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By MikeK4785
Saw 3 of the big five. Need the whole day here to see and experience everything. Well sign posted in the park as well as tour map that can be purchased at entrance gate. The big cats were very elusive, but saw elephant, rhino, buck and warthog by the dozen. Well worth paying R120 per adult.
10. St Lucia Estuary Boat Cruise
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 53 reviews
Cruise the World Heritage Site of St Lucia Estuary - also known as iSimangaliso Wetland Park and enjoy a 2 hour guided boat tour where you will get to see many birds and animals living in their natural habitat. Summer: 8am, 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm (01 October - 31 March). Winter: 8am, 10am, 12pm, 1pm, or 3pm (1 April - 30 September). **When booking please can you indicate your preferred departure time.**
Inclusions: Local guide
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Julie I
Hoping this is the right place to write this review. We recently spent two weeks in South Africa. Our trip started with a 5-day safari. After that, we spent the rest of our time visiting other parts of the country. With the exception of the safari, all other activities were managed by Africa Answers who in turn used Thompson's. I cannot say enough about either company. We travel internationally extensively and always live by the manta, "what can go wrong, will, and just roll with it." Not one misstep on the entire trip. We visited Cape Town, the Wine Country, and Johannesburg. We were met promptly at the airports (even when one flight was four hours late). Our pickups for tours were always at least 15 minutes early. Our tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The vans were more than big enough, clean, and stocked with cold water. If you are looking for tour providers, please consider with Thompson's or Africa Answers (which will utilize Thompson's). Thanks to them...our trip was a great experience.
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