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December 8th, 2009
Introductory Safari – Hluhluwe
10% discount for groups 4 or more…….
2 night, 3 day Safari, covering Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park, St Lucia Wetlands and Endomeni Wildlife rehabilitation centre
This tour is the perfect introductory tour, it suites both the seasoned safari goer and first timer. We cover an extensive area of the north coast of Kwazulu Natal and visit many different sites to increase your viewing, and help you to understand the amazing animals of Southern Africa. Accommodation can either be at Hilltop Camp or at Mpila Camp, both are in the Park, all the accommodation is semi luxury and all on suite.
Day 1
Pick up after breakfast and head north on the N2 highway, our first stop is the small quaint town of St Lucia which falls within the iSimangiliso Wetland Park. Here you will embark on a hippo and Croc boat trip, Getting up close and personal with these magnificent beasts. Enjoy a light lunch in the town before we make our way to Nyalaza Gate. On arrival at the gate we will enter Africa’s oldest game park, we will make our way down to Mpila camp, ticking off all the wildlife we see along the way. We will settle in to the camp and enjoy a wonderful Braai (BBQ) for dinner.
Accommodation:
Mpila camp in the iMfolozi section of the park is a beautiful camp set on a hilltop with views of the valley’s below. You will either be accommodated in traditional rondewals or permanent tents built on board walks. The camp is semi- enclosed, so expect to see a variety of wildlife around the grounds. Rooms are semi-luxury, with ensuite bathrooms. For a slightly more luxurious bush camp experience you may upgrade to Hilltop Camp in the Hluhluwe section of the park.
Day 2
Early morning wake up as we go in search of the Big 5. Take in the wonders of nature, reptiles, trees and the incredible bird life. We will go on two game drives today and enjoy all of our meals in the park, return to camp for a traditional meal and take in the amazing stars of South Africa.
Accommodation:
Mpila or Hilltop camp
Day 3
Another early wake up call, this time we pack up and head out for our final drive, exiting the park at around 9.30am and making our way to Emdomeni. Here you will come face to face with some of South Africa’s endangered cats and get to touch a cheetah, after Emdomeni we will head back down the coast, finishing off a wonderful tour, full of adventures of the wild.
Tour includes:
2 x dinners
2x Breakfast
1 x lunch
Snacks and refreshments
All entry fees
Tour guide and air conditioned vehicle
