Embark on an unforgettable journey through the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover unparalleled wildlife viewing experiences, from thrilling Big 5 safaris and game drives to serene boat cruises along the St Lucia Estuary. Witness hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife in their natural habitats. Whether you are seeking an adventurous wildlife tour or a peaceful nature escape, our curated tours offer the best way to experience South Africa's premier aquatic ecosystem. Book your dream adventure today!
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$211–$242 typical
Median price is $218, with a range of $80–$393
6–12 hours typical
Median duration is 10 hours
Wildlife tours
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76% free cancellation
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67% Guided tours
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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...
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Visit Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Park for the morning and then drive to St Lucia in the iSimangaliso Wetlands for a 2 hour boat cruise down the world’s largest estuary viewing hippo and crocodile in their natural hebitat.
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This tour offers a Croc & Hippo Boat Cruise as well as a game drive all in the same day. On the Croc & Hippo Boat Cruise, Discover, Witness, and Observe Hippos, Nile Crocodiles, and Hundreds of bird species on our Hippo & Croc Boat Cruise while in St Lucia. This 2 hour Boat Cruise Safari gets you c...
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Discover the sights and sounds of the African Wilderness on a 3-Day Safari. Visit the acclaimed Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park and South Africa's first-world heritage site, iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
The iSimangaliso Wetland Park was listed as South Africa’s first World Heritage Site in 1999 in recognition of its superlative natural beauty and unique global values. Lake St Lucia is the highlight of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park and is renowned for its large numbers of crocodiles, hippos, pelica...
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Discover the iSimangaliso Wetland Park on a guided safari and estuary boat cruise. Spot elephants, rhinos, hippos, and crocodiles while exploring this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Experience the biodiversity of iSimangaliso Wetland Park on a safari drive and boat cruise. Visit St Lucia town for an unforgettable wildlife encounter.
iSimangaliso Wetland Park, KwaZulu Natal South Africa is officially the first world heritage site in South Africa. This place of wonder is situated on the north coast of KwaZulu Natal and stretches from the small village of St Lucia in the South to the border of Mozambique in the North. The area is...
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This tour is suitable for solo travelers, couples, families and groups. What makes a hippo and croc boat cruise in the St Lucia Estuary unique is the rare opportunity to observe these formidable creatures up close in their natural habitat. As one of the few places in the world where large population...
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An unforgettable experience as you cruise on the St Lucia Estuary to see crocodiles & hippos and also experience a game drive in Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, a world heritage site.
Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as iSimangaliso Wetland Park.