Safari Lodge on a nature reserve in Hluhluwe, Elephant Coast, Zululand, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa

Visualise an open vehicle game drive among the Big Five in the oldest Park in Africa, walk the fossil lined shores, canoe or horseride through the open water systems and coastal sand forest of a world heritage site.

These and other activities, including elephant tracking, fly fishing and sunset boat cruises can be arranged from Sand Forest Lodge.

Revel in the cultural history and crafts of this Zulu Kingdom.

Let us arrange one of our specialist tours to South Africa's oldest game reserve established in 1895 to protect the white rhino, which were on the brink of extinction. The reserve is steeped in rich cultural and conservation history, with Zulu battles being fought here, as well as this having been King Shaka's private hunting grounds. It is home to the "Big Five" as well as having cheetah, wild dog, hyena and other general game species.

•  Qualified, experienced field guides.
•  Specially modified open safari vehicles enhance viewing.
•  Excellent photographic opportunities.
•  Enjoy seeing all of Hluhluwe/iMfolozi’s inhabitants - both big and small.

HLUHLUWE GAME AND CRUISE SAFARI

Departs: Daily on request at 05h00 Summer and 06h00 Winter

Have the added bonus of game viewing from an open vehicle and a boat on the Hluhluwe River

•  Early morning open vehicle game drive.
•  Boat cruise in good game area with hippos and crocodiles.
•  Chances of seeing various animals coming to drink.
•  After boat cruise short game drive on leaving the park.

Departs: Daily on request at 05h30
(Operates June to November only)
An exciting ocean boat ride with close up viewing of Humpback whales on their way to the warmer water breeding grounds.

•  Exciting surf launch and 2 hour boat ride.
•  Get close to Humpback whales on migration.
•  Later in the season possibility of seeing calves with their mothers.

Departs: Daily on request between 15h30 and 17h30 (depending on low tide)
(Operates November to March only)
An evening spent in search of turtles returning to their birth-place to lay eggs for the survival of their species in generations to come.

•  Drive through Eastern shores game reserve to Cape Vidal.
•  Drive onto beach looking for leatherback and loggerhead turtles.
•  Possibility of a beach walk to look for turtles.
•  Snacks and refreshments served on tour.
•  Night drive back through Eastern Shores Game Reserve on return.

Departs: Daily on request at 08h00

Enjoy a tour on the Lubombo Mountains with its magnificent views of Zululand and surrounding areas, also finding out more about the people who inhabit this area.

•  Scenic tour on Lubombo mountain range.
•  Southern region overlooking Mkhuze Game Reserve and Sodwana Coastal Dunes.
•  Drive around and learn about Mkuze’s famous ghost Mountain.
•  Northern section overlooking Pongola Game Reserve and Pongolapoort dam.
•  Learn more about the culture of the local people.

Departs: Daily on request at 17h00
A tour that transports you back in time to witness some of the old ways of the Zulu people and their impressive dances.

•  Tour of homestead built to old traditions.
•  Learn about old traditional ways of Zulu people.
•  Excellent traditional dances performed by +/- 50 dancers.
•  Enjoy dinner after show.

SODWANA BEACH SAFARI

Departs: Tue, Thu, Sun at 09h00
This safari is for those who are looking for a relaxing day at the beach

•  Relaxing day at the beach.
•  Picnic lunch provided.
•  Southern most coral reefs in Indian ocean.
•  Snorkeling gear provided.
•  Optional extras include, scuba diving, horse riding or quad trails.

Departs: Mon, Wed & Sat at 08h00
This full day trip takes in the St Lucia World heritage sight and its diversity of lake, game reserve and beaches.

•  Boat cruise on St Lucia Estuary a World Heritage Site.
•  See hippos, crocodiles, African fish eagle and other birds on boat cruise.
•  Game drive through eastern shores game reserve.
•  Stop at view points overlooking lake and Indian ocean.
•  Visit Cape Vidal’s beautiful beaches to relax and snorkel.
•  Lunch included.

Johannesburg to Hluhluwe: ± 690km
From the airport take the R22 to Delmas, take the R50 to Leandra - to Bethal - Ermelo - Piet Retief.

From Piet Retief you travel toward and through Pongola, bypass Mkuze, 52km later is the Hluhluwe off-ramp

Durban to Hluhluwe: ± 299km
Take the N2 north and head toward Stanger, bypass Stanger - Mtunzini - Richards Bay - Mtubatuba - Bushlands, take the Hluhluwe off-ramp – turn right toward the village:

Pietermaritzburg to Hluhluwe: ± 376km
Scenic route:
Take the R33 to Greytown, take R74 to Kranskop - Stanger - Mtunzini - Richards Bay - Mtubatuba - Bushlands, take the Hluhluwe off-ramp – turn right toward the village:

OR

Take the N3 to Durban, then take the N2 north and head toward Stanger, bypass Stanger - Mtunzini - Richards Bay - Mtubatuba - Bushlands, take the Hluhluwe off-ramp – turn right toward the village:

After ± 1.6km on this road, turn RIGHT over the railway line into Sodwana Bay Road. After approximately 6km, turn RIGHT into False Bay Park Road (There are signs here). Sand Forest Lodge is 900m from the turning - on the LEFT side of the road.

From Hlabisa to Sand Forest Lodge:
From the Cengeni Gate at Umfolozi – travel north toward the Hluhluwe section of the park and exit at Memorial gate. Turn right out of the gate and travel through the town of Hluhluwe. At the fourth circle (you should see Allan’s Butchery in front of you before turning). After ± 1.6km on this road, turn RIGHT over the railway line into Sodwana Bay Road. After approximately 6km, turn RIGHT into False Bay Park Road (There are signs here). Sand Forest Lodge is 900m from the turning - on the LEFT side of the road.