Hluhluwe iMfolozi Game Reserve – One of the Best Safari Destinations in the World

About Hluhluwe - iMFOLOZI Game Reserve

Hluhluwe – iMfolozi and surrounding Private Game Reserves are regarded as the leading destination for game viewing in South Africa’s Kwazulu-Natal province.

Hluhluwe – iMfolozi Game Reserve is famous for its white rhinos, a species now under threat of extinction. In order to protect the species, this park was granted protection as a Rhino’s sanctuary, and the rhinos have become a common sighting. More than Rhino’s the entire Big 5 can be viewed on game drives, together with large numbers of other animals and birdlife.

Excellent Wildlife

Famous for Rhinos, but with an excellent chance of encounters with all of the Big 5, to the full diverse range of other indigenous wildlife, the area has it all.
Game Drives

Open vehicle game drives are the best way to get close to these majestic animals. Experienced rangers deliver once-in-a-lifetime moments.
Superb Safari Lodges

World-famous, highly rated private lodges in the area and the reserve delivers the ultimate in luxury in a safari setting.
Night Game Drives

At night the bush comes alive once more as the nocturnal animals emerge. Vehicles are fitted with spotlights for optimal game viewing.
All-inclusive Packages

For complete convenience, most travel packages are all-inclusive and offers meals, drinks, activities and more as part of the price.
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Activities Spotlight

Wine Tasting

The combination of wine tasting and safari could possibly be the match made in heaven we’ve all been dreaming about. Wine connoisseurs will appreciate the spectacular cellar wich collecting the finest South African wines and offering interactive wine tastings.

Game Drives

Rest your feet while going deeper and farther than you ever thought possible for up-close game encounters. The game drives leave just before sunrise, ensuring that you get to see the entire bush wake up. The feeling of excitement and being at one with nature is indescribable.

Night Safaris

As the sun sets over the horizon, the African bush is awash with colours and sounds. The evening dawns and the nocturnal animals come out from their sleeping spots. Night time is when new adventures are to be had while on safari.

Photographic Safaris

Booking a specialised photographic safari allows you the opportunity to concentrate on photographing the animals, comfortable in the knowledge that the other guests around you are as keen to capture the perfect shot as you are.

Yoga

Healthy body; healthy mind. Of course, it means something different to each and every person, but at its core is the common desire to live a good life – physically, mentally and spiritually. Yoga sessions will take place on the yoga deck beside the people both at beginners and intermediate level.

Gym Facilities

What better way to work up a sweat on the various gym machines while looking over the bush below. A well-equipped gym caters to your need for physical exertion when the African pot begins to pad the hips and you have had adequate time relaxing on your deck.

Spa Treatments

Massages, skin & beauty Spa treatments, promises an aura cleanse, body balance & sensory experience. The perfect place to rest and relax, this haven of tranquillity offers the ultimate African Spa experience.

Boma Dinners

Returning to your camp after a successful evening game drive, you are greeted with the enticing sight of beautifully presented dining tables all encircling a roaring fire. Sitting down next to the crackling fire you are warmed by its dancing heat as the evening.

Bush Dinners

Dinner in the bush, is no ordinary experience and visitors are guaranteed to be blown away by the array of delicious meals, all of which are served to you in different locations. Delicious dinners eaten outside under gently lit trees are a wonderful experience loved by all.

Wildlife of Hluhluwe

Hluhluwe – iMfolozi Game Reserve provides an exceptional wildlife viewing experience to the visitors. This park is a habitat for the Big Five, especially the rhino species. The thick foliage of this reserve makes the spotting of the wildlife a little difficult. Wild dogs are often seen wandering around the reserve.

Sightings of the Big Five, white and black rhinos, buffalos, big cats, and elephants can be spotted. Other common species found are giraffes and zebras roaming throughout the park.