South Africa - 4-day Hluhluwe Safari with Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge - Private accommodated

South Africa – 4-day Hluhluwe Safari with Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge – Private accommodated

From $1,065

Includes

Private transfers from/ to Durban airport

3 nights at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge on full board basis including 2 daily activities

Park fees

Excludes

Flights

Drinks

Activities not mentioned

Visa

Travel insurance

Souvenirs

Gratuities

Itinerary

Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park, South Africa

The Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park is the jewel in the crown of the KwaZulu Natal game reserves. Proclaimed in 1895, it is also the oldest game reserve in Africa. Initially two separate reserves, they were joined to create a single 94,000 hectare reserve which is home to one-fifth of the world's black and white rhino population. It was here that the internationally acclaimed Operation Rhino started in the 1960s, successfully capturing and relocating white rhino to havens within South Africa and abroad. The Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park was the first reserve to introduce walking safaris and its Wilderness Trails are internationally renowned. Visitors can also look forward to spotting the world-renowned Big Five, wild dogs, cheetahs, giraffe, numerous antelope speices, as well as a wide variety of bird species.

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Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

Day 1 - 4

Established to protect the previously endangered white rhino, , Hluhluwe iMfolozi Game Reserve is a triumph of conservation efforts. Celebrate this legacy in exclusive luxury at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge - the only private lodge in the reserve - offering exceptional safari experiences in the heart of Big 5 territory. 18 well appointed, air-conditioned rooms nestle on a ridge, each with their own private deck giving expansive and uninterrupted views of the reserve. The lodge, built in 2015, is designed in a contemporary style with overtones of organic forms utilising natural finishes and materials.

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Day 1

Day Notes:

When you land at King Shaka Airport, you will be met and transferred to Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge. Once you arrive, check in, settle down and then head out on your first afternoon game drive after high tea.

Transfer from King Shaka International Airport [DUR] to Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge
Private transfer from the airport to the lodge and afternoon safari drive.
Check-in to Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

Day 2 - 3

Day Notes:

The morning game drive starts at sunrise. You will be woken up before sunrise for tea and coffee before the game drive starts. You will be out and about for ~3 hours, looking for wildlife together with your guide, before they all find trees to hide under in the heat of the day.

When the game drive returns to the lodge, you will be served a big cooked breakfast and have time to relax. You can sit by the pool, read a book, take a nap and just absorb being out in the bush.

The afternoon game drive will start around 16:00, after lunch/high tea. It will last for another +-3 hours, with a stop somewhere for sundowners. You will return to the lodge in the dark, with a spotlight to look for nocturnal animals.

Morning and afternoon shared safari drives.

Day 4

Morning game drive and airport transfer.
Check-out from Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge
Transfer from Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge to King Shaka International Airport [DUR]

End of Itinerary

Destinations

South Africa

Day 1-2

Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park

The Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park is the jewel in the crown of the KwaZulu Natal game reserves.

Accommodations

Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park

Day 1-4

Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge

Established to protect the previously endangered white rhino, , Hluhluwe iMfolozi Game Reserve is a triumph of conservation efforts.

1 May - 30 June 2025 - STAY A 4TH NIGHT FOR FREE IN MAY & JUNE

Safari Room

Per person sharing: ZAR 18,440
Single Traveller: ZAR 22,095
Solo Traveller: ZAR 26,915
Children under 12 up to 50% off, please enquire
Children under 18 up to 25% off, please enquire

Bush Villa

Per person sharing: ZAR 23,600
Single traveller: ZAR 28,800
Solo traveller: ZAR 33,625
Children under 12 up to 50% off, please enquire
Children under 18 up to 25% off, please enquire

01 July 2025 - 30 April 2026 - STAY A 4TH NIGHT FOR FREE IN SEPTEMBER

Safari Room

Per person sharing: ZAR 22,180
Single Traveller: ZAR 26,915
Solo Traveller: ZAR 31,735
Children under 12 up to 50% off, please enquire*
Children under 18 up to 25% off, please enquire**

Bush Villa

Per person sharing: ZAR 27,550
Single traveller: ZAR 33,895
Solo traveller: ZAR 38,715
Children under 12 up to 50% off, please enquire*
Children under 18 up to 25% off, please enquire**

1 May - 30 June 2026 - STAY A 4TH NIGHT FOR FREE IN MAY & JUNE & ONLY PAY FOR PARK FEES

Safari Room

Per person sharing: ZAR 31,910
Single traveller: ZAR 35,825
Solo traveller: ZAR 53,135
Per child sharing, age 4 - 11 years: ZAR 7,020*
Per child sharing, age 12 - 17 years: ZAR 14,095**

1 July 2026 - 5 January 2027 - STAY A 4TH NIGHT FOR FREE IN SEPTEMBER & ONLY PAY FOR PARK FEES

Safari Room

Per person sharing: ZAR 39,550
Single traveller: ZAR 44,620
Solo traveller: ZAR 65,675
Per child sharing, age 4 - 11 years: ZAR 8,940*
Per child sharing, age 12 - 17 years: ZAR 17,895**

*Families with kids under 6 have to book a private vehicle at Rhino Ridge, costs are ZAR 7,100 - 8,150 per day, depending on the season

**For families with more than 1 child there will be a small transfer supplement, because a bigger car has to be booked

Nambiti Game Reserve, South Africa

This was an amazing trip that we simply would not have found had it not been for Indigo Safaris. From the initial enquiry right through to booking and post trip, they were a delight to deal with. Wow! What a place. Just three hours from Durban, this was an amazing safari. It was just the perfect blend of super organised, yet relaxed, great animal watching (but very much still wild); lovely food (and plenty of it). And the ambience was one of enjoyment in a premium setting. not luxury and stand-offish. Everything just worked, from 1pm arrival to 10am leaving three days later, we were looked after by real people doing a great job.

Paul

Highlight of the year

South Africa – KwaZulu-Natal Bush and Beach

There are only positive things to say about our trip to Rhino lodge and St Lucia: the accommodation was top quality, great food, a very well organised trip and the staff were very helpful.
We saw rhinos, some lions, wild dogs, plenty of different antelope. Plus giraffes, which we got to walk amongst in the veld.
Overall, it was a very special experience for my companions and myself.

Mark Harmer

Only Positives

South Africa – KwaZulu-Natal Safari

There are only positive things to say about our trip to Rhino lodge and St Lucia: the accommodation was top quality, great food, a very well organised trip and the staff were very helpful.
We saw rhinos, some lions, wild dogs, plenty of different antelope. Plus giraffes, which we got to walk amongst in the veld.
Overall, it was a very special experience for my companions and myself.

Mark Harmer

Amazing trip

Anna R. General

Indigo Safaris provided the ultimate safari experience. We saw the Big Five, stayed in incredible lodges, and made memories we will treasure forever.

Anna R.

Germany

Cynthia Lourenco Tach General

I had a great experience with Indigo Safaris. The team was very professional and responsive in answering all my concerns and ensuring I had a great experience. My trip was implemented by a local partner very professional. It was one of my best trip experiences.

Cynthia Lourenco Tach

South Africa

Elizabeth T. General

Every moment of our trip was magical. The combination of professional guidance and stunning landscapes made this an extraordinary adventure.

Elizabeth T.

Australia

South Africa – 4-day Hluhluwe Safari with Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge – Private accommodated