South Africa Wildlife Trips in 2025/2026

Accommodations

BudgetSimple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Mid-rangeComfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
PremiumUpscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.

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20-day South Africa, Lesotho Eswatini Explorer Camping

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Set out on a 20-day journey through South Africa, Lesotho, and Eswatini with a national parks focus on the Explorer Camping tour. Starting in Pretoria and ending in Cape Town, this small group adventure covers Sani Pass, Malealea, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, and thirteen additional destinations. With camping accommodation, transport, and meals included, families can immerse themselves in nature and diverse cultures. The chance to explore three countries in a single, expertly guided tour package is what makes this trip truly special.

National parks Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Lodge, Tent

Age Range

18-75 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Kruger National Park

Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Hazyview, Drakensberg, Malealea, Mountain Zebra National Park, Port Elizabeth, Plettenberg Bay, Oudtshoorn, Hermanus, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Saint Lucia, Durban, Underberg, Sani Pass

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Duration20 days

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14-day Kruger to the Delta, Chobe Victoria Falls Accommodated

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The 14-day Kruger to the Delta, Chobe & Victoria Falls Accommodated tour is perfect for families wanting a comprehensive southern African adventure. Departing from and returning to Pretoria, this journey visits Victoria Falls, Martins Drift, Gweta, and nine other lively destinations in Zimbabwe and South Africa. All travel logistics—including accommodation, transport, and meals—are covered. This tour’s unique appeal is its balance of national park exploration and cultural encounters, offering a well-rounded experience for families eager to soak up Africa’s highlights.

National parks Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Guest House, Hotel, Tent

Age Range

8-75 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kruger National Park, Pretoria

Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Hoedspruit, Maun, Okavango Delta, Martins Drift, Polokwane, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Gweta

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Duration14 days

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25-day Kruger Victoria Falls to Cape Town Camping

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From the wilds of Kruger National Park to the vibrant cityscape of Cape Town, the 25-day Kruger Victoria Falls to Cape Town Camping tour is designed for families seeking a comprehensive African journey. Starting in Pretoria and finishing in Cape Town, this guided small group trip covers Kruger National Park, Sossus, Cape Town, and 17 other remarkable destinations within South Africa. With accommodation, transport, and meals included, it’s a hassle-free way for families to explore southern Africa’s best sights. The tour’s unique feature is its extensive itinerary, offering a mix of world-class wildlife, cultural experiences, and scenic wonders in one adventure-packed trip.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Resort, Tent

Age Range

18-75 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kruger National Park, Pretoria

Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Maun, Okavango Delta, Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Sossus, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon, Orange River, Cederberg, Cape Town, Tshipise, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Livingstone, Kasane, Nata

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Duration25 days

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25-day Cape Town to Victoria Falls Kruger Accommodated

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Explorer Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Lodge

Age Range

18-75 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Cape Town, Kruger National Park

Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Cederberg, Etosha National Park, Windhoek, Gobabis, Maun, Okavango Delta, Elephant Sands, Kasane, Livingstone, Orange River, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Tshipise, Hazyview, Fish River Canyon, Sesriem, Sossus, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe

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Duration25 days

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25-day Kruger Victoria Falls to Cape Town Accommodated

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Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Resort

Age Range

18-75 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Kruger National Park, Pretoria

Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Hazyview, Maun, Okavango Delta, Ghanzi, Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund, Sossus, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon, Orange River, Cederberg, Cape Town, Tshipise, Bulawayo, Livingstone, Kasane, Elephant Sands

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Duration25 days

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Half-Day Safari Tour

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Limited time doesn't mean you have to limit your African experience. Get the most of the safari experience in the least amount of time on this half-day tour. Visit three wildlife reserves: the Natal Lion Park, the African Raptor Centre and Tala Game Reserve, in under six hours to get a diverse, all-encompassing wildlife experience. The tour's first stop is the Natal Lion Park, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including lion, African and Asian elephants as well as rhinoceros. Your guide will drive you around the park in search of the elephants before entering the lion’s enclosure to marvel at the pride of lions. This activity is very popular among tourists as it provides a rare opportunity of being so close to lions and admiring their size and beauty. Next, visit Tala Private Game reserve that shelters diverse wildlife on its 3,000 hectares. The reserve is a rhino sanctuary and is home to over 370 birds and animals, including larger animals like giraffes, hippos and elands. Drive around the park in our closed vehicle to view all the wildlife and get a close look at the rhinos. Your guide will give you insights on the ecosystem of the area and the interesting facts about the animals.

Wildlife safaris and game drives

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban

Duration6 hours

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Hluhluwe Imfolozi Safari Tour

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Leave Durban at 6.30am from your Hotel, Guest House or B&B and drive through the Timber and Sugar plantations and the beautiful Zulu villages which lies in the northern Zululand. We take you to the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve which lies 2.5 hours from Durban and is set in the heart of Zululand where Africa’s Big 5 (Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhinoceros) roam the flourishing savannah. Established in 1895 this is the oldest park in South Africa and is 98,000 hectares. The Game Drive takes place in our Land Rover or our Toyota Quantum fully air-condition. At the end of the tour we drop you back to your accomodation. We look forward to giving you a great and safe game viewing experience in Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve. Game drive has no specified time as we want to see as much animals as we can. At additional cost, you can also visit The Emdoneni Wild Cat Sanctuary and Rehabilitation Centre, Isimangaliso (Greater St Lucia) Wetland Park or DumaZulu Cultural Park.

Wildlife safaris and game drives

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Guest House

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban

Duration14 hours

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Hluhluwe Imfolozi Safari & Emdoneni Wild Cat Tour

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Experience and learn more about the wildlife of South Africa on this day trip to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve and the Emdoneni Cat Project. The tour departs from Durban heading north up the coast to northern KwaZulu-Natal. You will arrive at the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi gate 2.5 hours after departing from Durban. Your experienced guide will take you on safari and show you around the park in search of the diverse wildlife and the Big 5. Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve is set in the heart of Zululand where Africa’s Big 5 (lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo and rhinoceros) roam the flourishing savannah. Established in 1895 this is the oldest park in South Africa and encompasses over 98 000 hectares of the beautiful African landscape. This tour is in a closed vehicle. The Park contains an immense diversity of fauna and flora and is characterized by hilly topography. The list of animals in the park is long and varied. Your guide will stop for lunch at Hilltop Camp (lunch at your own expense) giving you time to refuel and relax. The restaurant is situated at the top of the hill and gives visitors the chance to enjoy the scenery of the camp and surrounding areas. After lunch, you will continue with your safari before leaving the park for Emdoneni Wild Cat Sanctuary. At Emdoneni Cat Project, you will have a guided tour about South Africa’s endangered wild cat species. The aim of the project is to care for the various wild cat species which have been orphaned or injured in the wild and need care and rehabilitation. Emdoneni’s guided tour offers visitors a unique and exciting opportunity to literally get up close and personal with their magnificent cat species. There are four species of wild cats at Emdoneni; African wildcat, caracal, cheetah and serval. This once in a lifetime opportunity can be enjoyed whilst being educated on a tour. This activity is very popular! After the tour, we start the two-hour journey back to Durban and will drop you off.

Wildlife

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban

Duration13 hours

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Hluhluwe Imfolozi & Isimangaliso St Lucia Tour

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The tour departs from Durban heading northward along the coast to northern KwaZulu-Natal. The first stop is the town of St Lucia and the estuary inside the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park. There you will board a riverboat for a 2-hour guided tour of the estuary. The local guide will inform you of the reserves history and its incredible wildlife. Previously known as the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, iSimangaliso Wetlands Park was declared South Africa's first Natural World Heritage Site (UNESCO) and is considered South Africa's third largest park with 280km of near pristine coastline and 328 000 hectares of magnificent scenery. The protected area is home to one of the largest population of hippopotami in SA, an estimated 1000 crocodiles as well as a wealth of plant, bird and animal life. The park was proclaimed a world heritage site because of the rich biodiversity, unique ecosystems and natural beauty occurring in a relatively small area. Animals occurring in the park include lion, African elephant, leopard, black and southern white rhino, buffalo and in the ocean, whales, dolphins, and marine turtles including the leatherback and loggerhead turtle. After the boat tour, you will travel to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve. Your experienced guide will show you around the park in search of the diverse wildlife and big 5. Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve is set in the heart of Zululand where Africa’s Big 5 roam the flourishing savannah. The Park contains an immense diversity of fauna and flora and is characterised by hilly topography. The list of animals at the park is long and varied. Today, the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park is world-renowned for its White Rhino conservation and its Centenary Capture Centre is setting exceptional standards for animal capture and sustainable utilization in Africa. Your guide will stop at Hilltop Camp restaurant giving you time to refuel and relax. The restaurant is situated at the top of the hill and gives visitors the chance to enjoy the scenery of the camp and surrounding areas. Afterwards, you will continue with your safari before leaving the park for Durban.

Sightseeing Tours Wildlife

Tour Type

Private Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english, french, greek, portuguese

Destinations

Durban, Hluhluwe

Duration12 hours

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25-day Kruger Victoria Falls to Cape Town Camping

25-day Cape Town to Victoria Falls Kruger Accommodated

25-day Kruger Victoria Falls to Cape Town Accommodated

Half-Day Safari Tour

Hluhluwe Imfolozi Safari Tour

Hluhluwe Imfolozi Safari & Emdoneni Wild Cat Tour

Hluhluwe Imfolozi & Isimangaliso St Lucia Tour

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