DAY 1 – 4
Located on the eastern coast of South Africa, just outside of the port city of Durban, Umhlanga Rocks, also referred to as Umhlanga, is a popular seaside resort town. The tropical weather and lush vegetation make this an enticing holiday destination attracting visitors from all over the world. Umhlanga and its surrounds feature golden-sand beaches stretching over 200 kilometres, endless sugarcane fields and the rolling verdant landscape of the Valley of 1000 Hills. It is the perfect location for ocean enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike, with great opportunities for diving, swimming, scuba diving, whale watching, dolphin viewing, deep sea fishing and kiteboarding. Don’t miss Umhlanga’s excellent golf courses; they are a real treat for the avid golfer.
DAY 4 – 6
Set in the heart of South Africa’s Zululand, on the scenic Elephant Coast, Thanda Safari Private Game Reserve is known for its conservation efforts and excellent safari experiences offering exclusive close encounters with Africa’s infamous Big Five. This reserve stretches over an impressive 14000 hectares boasting one of the world’s top luxury hotels. Visitors can jump on a day or night safari to spot abundant wildlife, visit a local village to learn about Zulu culture and enjoy a leisurely hippo and crocodile cruise. Commonly spotted species include: hyena, cheetah, warthog and wild dog. Visitors can enjoy excellent game viewing, luxury spa treatments, stargazing, and rhino tracking and this piece of paradise.
Experiences
THE OYSTER BOX UMHLANGA
Day Notes
Welcome to Kwa-Zulu Natal, the Zulu Kingdom of South Africa. After collecting your rental vehicle from Kingshaka International Airport, make your way to Umhlanga Rocks where you will stay at the Oysterbox Hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day exploring this vast cultural area.
Overnight: Durban
Day Notes
Enjoy breakfast at leisure at your hotel before embarking on a Durban City Tour Experience.
Begin with a pickup from your central Durban hotel and set off for Durban’s ‘Golden Mile,’ a popular stretch of beachfront with hotels, restaurants and shops. You may see traditional healers at the water’s edge, collecting seawater in bottles to use as medicine, or Indian women in saris walking on the beach to enjoy the sunny weather.
Drive past Durban City Hall, hearing amusing stories about its history from your guide, followed by a visit to the Phansi Museum. The exhibits featured in this museum include Zulu jewelry and ceramics as well as other South African artifacts. Explore the museum with your guide before making your way to the city’s Botanic Gardens.
The gardens were established in 1849 and the plants growing throughout the property are a mix of African as well as American and Asian in origin. Learn about the influence of Indian immigrants on Durban’s history, including the cuisine — sample some famous South African ‘Bunny Chow’ before the tour ends and you’re returned to your hotel.
Overnight: Durban
Included
Breakfast at the Oyster Box Hotel
Day Notes
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before your Midland Meander Tour. Make your way out of the city into the gently rolling countryside towards Pietermaritzburg, the Capital City of Kwazulu-Natal, and Howick.
Upon arrival, we view the Howick Falls, an approximately 100 metres of spectacular display almost in the centre of the picturesque town itself. You have time to browse around in the little shops in the area. We proceed and visit the site, where Nelson Mandela was captured on 5th Aug 1962. We continue via some local arts and crafts shops, if participants are interested to one of the highlights of the day: Ardmore Ceramics.
continue towards Nottingham Road, and after a light lunch in the area, and further browsing in the arts and crafts shops, we return to Durban in the afternoon.
Overnight: Durban
Included
Breakfast at the Oyster Box Hotel
Destination
Thanda Safari Private Game Reserve
THANDA SAFARI LODGE • THANDA SAFARI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Day Notes
Enjoy breakfast at leisure before driving to Thanda Safari Lodge for your Kwazulu Natal Safari Experience. Arrive at the Lodge and Check in to your room and after enjoy your first Afternoon Safari Tour in the Kwazulu Natal Bush. Spotting a variety of Animals including the Big 5.
Return back to the lodge and enjoy Dinner at Thanda Lodge
Overnight: Thanda Lodge
Included
Breakfast at the Oyster Box Hotel
Lunch and Dinner at Thanda Safari Lodge
Afternoon Game Viewing safari
Day Notes
An Early Call for the Start of your second day at Thanda Safari Lodge. Depart from the Lodge for your early Morning Game Viewing Safari at Thanda Safari Game Reserve. Spot a variety of species including the Big 5.
Return back to the Lodge and enjoy breakfast before rest of Morning at Leisure exploring Thanda Safari Lodge and enjoying a range of services on offer from wellness to cultural tours.
Enjoy Lunch at the Lodge and after Depart from the Lodge for your Afternoon Game Viewing Safari.
Return back to the Lodge and enjoy Dinner before rest of evening at Leisure.
Overnight: Thanda Safari Lodge
Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Morning and Afternoon Game Viewing Safari
Day Notes
An Early Call for the Start of your second day at Thanda Safari Lodge. Depart from the Lodge for your early Morning Game Viewing Safari at Thanda Safari Game Reserve. Spot a variety of species including the Big 5.
Enjoy breakfast at leisure before returning to Durban Airport and check-in your luggage before making your onward journey home. We hope to welcome you back to South Africa soon.
SERVICES END
Included
Breakfast at Thanda Safari Lodge
Morning Game Viewing Safari
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Cancellation, baggage or medical insurance – Staff gratuities; Conservation / Entrance fee’s into the National Park (Payable direct on arrival)
Any new Government taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases which are beyond our control
3-night accommodation in 5* Hotel in Umhlanga
2-night accommodation in 5* hotel in Thanda Safari Private Game Reserve
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