Phinda Wildlife
Search for big game in the Phinda Private Game Reserve.
This diverse holiday offers a perfect mixture of wildlife, history and relaxation all in KwaZulu-Natal, a province of South Africa blessed with a great climate and some beautiful scenery.
Search for big game in the Phinda Private Game Reserve.
Relax on Durban’s glorious Indian Ocean beaches.
Learn about the battle of Rorke’s Drift, where 139 British soldiers were attacked by 4,000 Zulu warriors.
Stay at the Oyster Box, positioned on Umhlanga’s beachfront and close to Durban’s iconic lighthouse.
KwaZulu-Natal could well be a country in its own right, such is the history, culture and diversity that is found here. This journey showcases the best – and bloodiest – of this remarkable province, taking in fantastic wildlife, rich coastal culture and gripping stories of forgotten battles.
Day 1
Johannesburg - KwaZulu-Natal
Days 2-3
KwaZulu-Natal
Day 4
KwaZulu-Natal - Durban
Days 5-6
Durban
Day 7
Durban - KwaZulu-Natal Battlefields
Days 8-9
KwaZulu-Natal Battlefields
Day 10
KwaZulu-Natal Battlefields - Johannesburg
Day 1
Johannesburg - KwaZulu-Natal
Days 2-3
KwaZulu-Natal
Search for big game in the Phinda Private Game Reserve.
Day 4
KwaZulu-Natal - Durban
Stay at the Oyster Box, positioned on Umhlanga’s beachfront and close to Durban’s iconic lighthouse.
Days 5-6
Durban
Relax on Durban’s glorious Indian Ocean beaches.
Day 7
Durban - KwaZulu-Natal Battlefields
Days 8-9
KwaZulu-Natal Battlefields
Learn about the battle of Rorke’s Drift, where 139 British soldiers were attacked by 4,000 Zulu warriors.
Day 10
KwaZulu-Natal Battlefields - Johannesburg
Start off with a safari in Kwa-Zulu Natal’s best game reserve – Phinda, well known for its variety of habitats, abundance of wildlife and range of safari activities. These include game drives, walking safaris, rhino tracking, swimming with whale sharks and night turtle drives.
Stay at one of Phinda’s beautiful lodges. With six choices, ranging from the tree-enveloped Forest Lodge to the exclusive Phinda Homestead, there are options to suite everyone.
After early morning starts on safari, spend time relaxing in the coastal neighbourhood of Umhlanga, in Durban. Soak up ocean vistas from the terrace or walking along sandy beaches lapped by the warm Indian Ocean.
Durban offers a year-round sub-tropical climate, interesting attractions and a chance to recharge before heading to the Battlefields. Durban is also renowned for its cuisine, especially the local favourite, bunny chow. Try this Indian-influenced curry dish, which is served in a hollowed-out loaf.
Drive on to the World Heritage Sites of Isandlwana, Fugitives Drift, Rorke’s Drift and Blood River. The Anglo-Zulu and Boer Wars of the late 19th century have come to symbolise the best and worst of human history.
Tales of unbelievable bravery abound from a time when warfare bore no resemblance to the high-tech combat of today. Listen as passionate accounts of bravery unfold against the backdrop of the African veld and Drakensburg Mountains.
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A great time to visit around Cape Town and the Garden Route, as it is hot and dry. Further north in the Kruger, it is also hot, but there is a much greater chance of rainstorms.
Peak season in the Cape continues, and it is often the hottest time. It is worth booking well in advance to get your preferred accommodation.
It is an excellent time to visit all parts of the country, as the weather is still warm and the rain eases in the north. In the Kruger, it is lush and green after the rainy season.
Visitor numbers drop, and lower temperatures make for ideal hiking conditions in the Drakensberg mountains. It is warm and dry across the country, making it a great time to explore multiple regions.
A quieter time of year and a good time to visit, especially if you are not looking for balmy heat. The north and especially the Kruger enters its dry season, with cooler temperatures.
Midwinter brings the rainiest time in the Cape, but it is still pleasantly mild in the day with the sun shining. The dry season in the north makes for excellent wildlife viewing as animals congregate around watering holes.
Clear skies and crisp sunshine dominate in the north, as it is the driest month. It is low season so parks are generally quiet and it is easier to spot wildlife around the sparse waterholes.
A fantastic time to see KwaZulu Natal as is one of the warmest places in the country at this time. In the Western Cape, it is starting to dry out in time for whale watching season.
The West Coast springs into life as the flowers bloom and temperatures rise across the country. A chance to spot newborns and it is prime time for whale watching in the Cape.
A great time to see both the north and south, as it is relatively dry everywhere. Flowers carpet the countryside as temperatures continue to rise.
The start of the rainy season in the Kruger and the north, as temperatures heat up. Impressive thunderstorms become more regular in the afternoon. The last chance to see whales in the Cape, and a good time to see inland areas before they toast in the summer heat.
Summer approaches and with it visitor numbers rise, especially in the south. If you want to travel around Christmas and New Year, you should book well in advance to secure the best spots.
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