Before you go

Your trip to Hluhluwe.

Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.

Hluhluwe – KwaZulu-Natal Destination iSimangaliso and Hluhluwe-iMfolozi

How to get there

Aeroporto de Richards Bay (RCB) Richards Bay · 110 km
Aeroporto Internacional King Shaka (DUR) La Mercy · 270 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

From St. Lucia, Hluhluwe is about 55 km via the R618 and N2. From King Shaka Airport (DUR) it is about 270 km via the N2, roughly 3 hours. Richards Bay Airport (RCB) is about 110 km away.

How many days

Two days for two safaris in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, early morning and late afternoon.

When to go

Winter, from May to September, is dry with low vegetation and animals near water. Summer is hot, green and rainy.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Yes, for self-drive safaris in your own vehicle. Those who prefer can book guided safaris in open vehicles.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Hluhluwe

Morning
Early safari
Enter Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park through the Memorial gate at opening and follow the northern roads.
Afternoon
Hilltop
Have lunch at Hilltop camp, with views over the park’s hills.
Late afternoon
Sunset safari
Do a second safari until the gate closes.
Evening
Night safari
Take the guided night safari departing from Hilltop, or dine at the lodge.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Hluhluwe?

Safari in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, self-drive or guided, and excursions to the St. Lucia lake.

What is the distance from Hluhluwe to the park?

About 20 km to the Memorial gate, the most used.

What is the distance from Hluhluwe to St. Lucia?

About 55 km, in roughly 45 minutes.

Does Hluhluwe-iMfolozi have the Big Five?

Yes. The park is known for its rhinos, but no animal is guaranteed.

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