Overview Photos Accessible South African Safari

10-Day South African Safari & Wildlife Escape

Imagine sharing the water with incredible marine life. Exploring the UNESCO-listed Isimangaliso Wetland Park, and enjoy staying in an adapted forest chalet at Leopard Walk Lodge, where you can roll out into the natural habitat.

Then, of course, there’s the big event itself: spotting free-roaming big cats, elephants, monkeys, rhinos – and many more amazing wild animals in Hluhluwe game reserve.

There’s still time to cruise the estuary around St Lucia village on an accessible boat to marvel at hippos, crocodiles, and soaring birdlife. Followed by a day enjoying Cape Vidal’s beautiful beach and searching for rhino, kudu and waterbuck in the park’s wilderness. And if you’re really lucky, you may spy a hippo nibbling on the lawn in the moonlight.

Accessible Highlights – 10-Day South African Safari & Wildlife Escape

Get closer to the wild side of Africa on this outstanding safari adventure. Your experiences will include:

Sharing the water with incredible marine life.

Exploring the UNESCO-listed Isimangaliso Wetland Park, and enjoying a 3-night stay in an adapted forest chalet at Leopard Walk Lodge.

Spending days spotting free-roaming big cats, elephants, monkeys, rhinos – and many more amazing wild animals in Hluhluwe game reserve.

Cruising the estuary around St Lucia village on an accessible boat to marvel at hippos, crocodiles, and soaring birdlife.

Enjoying Cape Vidal’s beautiful beach and searching for rhino, kudu and waterbuck in the park’s wilderness.

Keeping a look-out for a hippo nibbling on the lawn in the moonlight.

This safari holiday really does offer you everything – and more.

Arrive in Durban to a warm South African welcome and private adapted taxi transfer to your stylish 4-star hotel in Umhlanga, nestled beside the warm Indian Ocean. Relax, refresh, and feel the African sun kiss your skin.

Overnight: Accessible accommodation at Hotel Durban, Umhlanga

Dive into the wonders of the sea at Ushaka Marine World. Explore accessible snorkelling ponds teeming with over 5,000 vibrant fish. Witness thrilling dolphin, shark, seal, and penguin shows - and enjoy real freedom with an accessible beach wheelchair.

Overnight: Accessible accommodation at Hotel Durban, Umshlanga
Optional: Accessible snorkelling experience

Your safari adventure begins! Journey to the UNESCO-listed Isimangaliso Wetland Park and settle into your luxurious forest chalet at Leopard Walk Lodge. Gaze out through glass walls into the bush, soak in your private Jacuzzi, and connect with Zulu culture at a local village—complete with pulsating drumbeats and traditional dance under the stars.

Overnight: Accessible accommodation at Leopard Walk Lodge, Hluhluwe

Experience Africa untamed. Roam both Hluhluwe and Umfolozi sections of the game reserve on guided game drives. Look out for the black rhinos, nyalas, kudus, hippo, crocodiles, waterbucks, reedbucks, red duikers, baboons, monkeys, hyenas, wildebeest, giraffes, elephants and buffalo. You may even spot a lion or cheetah - and other elusive predators in their natural habitat. Every sunrise brings a new story; every sunset, a memory etched in gold.

Overnight: Accessible accommodation at Leopard Walk Lodge, Hluhluwe

Come face-to-trunk with gentle giants during an unforgettable elephant encounter. Learn their stories and share a moment of connection. After lunch, meet the agile and the wild at a feline rehabilitation centre—cheetahs, caracals, servals, and African wildcats await with eyes that tell ancient tales. The highlight of the day will surely be close contact with two mature elephant that were orphaned and hand-reared but are now free to range in a private game reserve that is over 2,500 hectares.

Overnight: Accessible accommodation at Leopard Walk Lodge, Hluhluwe
Includes: Elephant interaction & wild cat sanctuary tour

Travel to the charming village of St Lucia, a haven surrounded by five unique ecosystems. Cruise the estuary on an accessible boat and marvel at hippos, crocodiles, and soaring birdlife. Enjoy dinner at a local spot, where African flavours and village charm meet.

Overnight: Accessible accommodation at 4-Star Guest House, St Lucia
Includes: Estuary safari cruise

Unwind at Cape Vidal’s pristine beaches (accessible via beach wheelchairs) and roam the park’s wilderness in search of rhino, kudu, and waterbuck. Visit the Crocodile Sanctuary and learn the story of Isimangaliso world heritage wetland park through its engaging museum. Explore the local markets and maybe—just maybe—catch a hippo grazing in the moonlight.

Overnight: Accessible accommodation at 4-Star Guest House, St Lucia
Includes: Game drives & beach adventure

Adapted taxi transfer to Durban Airport for your journey home. The wild whispers of Africa go with you.

Dates

Tour dates can be arranged, as and when you would like to travel whether that’s next month or next year, it is entirely up to you. We do however suggest particular seasons throughout the year, often from June - September, as this provides you with better chances of experiencing ideal weather during your stay.

What's Included

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