Sample the highlights of Kwa ZuluNatal, walking and sightseeing in the stunning Drakensberg Mountains; relive the history at some famous battlefields before taking a safari in the prettiest of game parks searching for rhino.
This bespoke journey features some of our favourite spots in South Africa. You can choose to take our destination experts’ recommendations and travel just as you see the itinerary here, or contact us to add your own special touches; add in a gourmet stay at a country lodge, a spot of fishing or watch the turtles lay their eggs in the sand dunes. We’re here to design your perfect holiday. Call us on 0844 875 1890.
Suggested Itinerary
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Day 1:
Drakensberg Mountains
On arrival in Durban collect your rental car and drive to the spectacular Drakensberg Mountains.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort
Included meals: Dinner
Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort
A spectacular setting surrounded by natures and offering a host of indoor and outdoor activities to keep the whole family entertained including trout fishing, horse riding, hiking trials, canoeing and canopy tours. Accommodation is spacious and comfortable with rich wooden finishes.
Day 2:
Sani Pass tour
Full day Sani Pass tour including lunch and learn about the history of the Pass, flora and fauna and visit a traditional village.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort
A spectacular setting surrounded by natures and offering a host of indoor and outdoor activities to keep the whole family entertained including trout fishing, horse riding, hiking trials, canoeing and canopy tours. Accommodation is spacious and comfortable with rich wooden finishes.
Day 3:
At leisure in the resort
At leisure to enjoy the facilities of the resort.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Drakensberg Sun Lifestyle Resort
A spectacular setting surrounded by natures and offering a host of indoor and outdoor activities to keep the whole family entertained including trout fishing, horse riding, hiking trials, canoeing and canopy tours. Accommodation is spacious and comfortable with rich wooden finishes.
Day 4:
Famous amphitheatre
Continue further into the Drakensberg Mountains to this famous amphitheatre and your hotel for the next 2 nights. Enjoy guided hikes, river-side ambles or challenging hikes as well as a host of other activities.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Cathedral Peak Hotel
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Cathedral Peak Hotel
Nestled in the unspoiled surroundings of the uKahlamba Drakensberg mountain range (a World Heritage Site) this hotel offers excellent facilities in a stunning setting. There are a wide variety of comfortable en suite rooms. Activities available are guided and specialised bird spotting walks. A 9 hole golf course, horse and pony riding, trout fishing are available on the property. Squash, tennis, volley-ball, trampoline, heated & cold swimming pools, are some the outdoor activities and squash, pool, darts, table tennis and a Health centre indoors.
Day 5:
Day at leisure
Day at leisure to enjoy the facilities of the resort and area.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Cathedral Peak Hotel
Included meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Cathedral Peak Hotel
Nestled in the unspoiled surroundings of the uKahlamba Drakensberg mountain range (a World Heritage Site) this hotel offers excellent facilities in a stunning setting. There are a wide variety of comfortable en suite rooms. Activities available are guided and specialised bird spotting walks. A 9 hole golf course, horse and pony riding, trout fishing are available on the property. Squash, tennis, volley-ball, trampoline, heated & cold swimming pools, are some the outdoor activities and squash, pool, darts, table tennis and a Health centre indoors.
Day 6:
Spioenkop
Today drive onto Spioenkop, scene of part of the Great Boer war. Guided nature walks in this beautiful remote area as well as tours of the various battlefields.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Three Tree Hill, Spionkop
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Three Tree Hill, Spionkop
This award winning Eco-friendly lodge lies in a secluded valley of the Spionkop Game Reserve in the lee of the famous hill (and battle of), Spionkop. The main colonial styled house with its large verandas is typical of a bye gone era and creates a relaxing environment in which to wind down and enjoy nature. Meals are often served outside with locally grown farm-style country food. There are 6 settler style cottages and 2 family suites each with private deck overlong the bush veldt. This is an owner-managed lodge whose passion for Africa fills every corner. Anglo Boer War Battlefield Tours, horse trails, hiking, nature walks, guided bush walks (tracking white rhino), Drakensberg mountain hiking, birding & mountain biking are some of the activities on offer.
Day 7:
Islandlwana and Rorkes Drift
Morning and afternoon tour of Islandlwana and Rorkes Drift.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Three Tree Hill, Spionkop
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Three Tree Hill, Spionkop
This award winning Eco-friendly lodge lies in a secluded valley of the Spionkop Game Reserve in the lee of the famous hill (and battle of), Spionkop. The main colonial styled house with its large verandas is typical of a bye gone era and creates a relaxing environment in which to wind down and enjoy nature. Meals are often served outside with locally grown farm-style country food. There are 6 settler style cottages and 2 family suites each with private deck overlong the bush veldt. This is an owner-managed lodge whose passion for Africa fills every corner. Anglo Boer War Battlefield Tours, horse trails, hiking, nature walks, guided bush walks (tracking white rhino), Drakensberg mountain hiking, birding & mountain biking are some of the activities on offer.
Day 8:
Simangaliso Wetland Park
Continue driving onto Simangaliso Wetland Park (formerly St Lucia Wetlands Park) with sweeping views of the Hluhluwe river floodplain. The lodge offers a variety of activities including riverboat birding tours and walks.
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Hluhluwe River Lodge
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hluhluwe River Lodge
The lodge is situated in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and is located on a promontory with sweeping views of the Hluhluwe river floodplain. The 12 thatched roofed chalets are located around the main lodge in the shade of an indigenous forest. Built on stilts with thatch roofs and wooden decks overlooking the floodplain, the chalets offer a cool and relaxing atmosphere. The lodge runs game drives to the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park every day and offers a variety of adventure activities including horse trails, mountain bike trails, a riverboat birding tour and self guided walks. The coastal and marine reserves of Sodwana Bay, Cape Vidal and St Lucia are just an hour’s drive from the lodge making this an ideal base for your holiday in Kwa ZuluNataL.
Day 9:
Game drives
Morning and afternoon game drive in Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve with your driver/guide. Home to 1,600 white rhino and 370 black rhino and the Big Five; buffalo, elephant, lion and leopard - there is plenty to see!
Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)
in Hluhluwe River Lodge
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hluhluwe River Lodge
The lodge is situated in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and is located on a promontory with sweeping views of the Hluhluwe river floodplain. The 12 thatched roofed chalets are located around the main lodge in the shade of an indigenous forest. Built on stilts with thatch roofs and wooden decks overlooking the floodplain, the chalets offer a cool and relaxing atmosphere. The lodge runs game drives to the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park every day and offers a variety of adventure activities including horse trails, mountain bike trails, a riverboat birding tour and self guided walks. The coastal and marine reserves of Sodwana Bay, Cape Vidal and St Lucia are just an hour’s drive from the lodge making this an ideal base for your holiday in Kwa ZuluNataL.
Day 10:
Fly to the UK
Drive back to Durban and drop off your car at the airport for your onward connecting flight.
