Richards Bay Big 5 Half-Day Safari

Experience the thrill of a half-day Big 5 safari from Durban to the Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Game Reserve, one of Africa's premier wildlife destinations. This guided adventure offers a chance to see the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard—while exploring diverse landscapes filled with giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife. Led by an experienced ranger in an open 4x4 vehicle, you'll gain insights into the region's ecology and conservation efforts. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this safari allows you to immerse yourself in the African wilderness and return by midday.
- Half-day guided safari in the iconic Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Game Reserve
- Spot the Big Five and other wildlife in their natural habitat
- Enjoy a 4x4 Game drive safari
- Conveniently depart from Richards Bay and return by early afternoon

What's included:

• Tour guide
• Africa's big 5
• Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game safari

Not included:

• Tips

What to expect:

Duration: 7 hours

Hluhluwe - iMfolozi Park Wilderness Area

A half-day safari from Richards Bay to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park offers an exciting and accessible wildlife adventure in one of South Africa’s most historic game reserves. Departing early in the morning, you travel through the rolling hills of KwaZulu-Natal to reach the park, which is home to Africa’s Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino—along with giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, warthogs, and a stunning variety of birdlife. Renowned for its successful rhino conservation efforts, Hluhluwe-iMfolozi is also rich in landscapes, from savannah plains to forested ridges. An experienced guide leads the game drive in an open safari vehicle, helping you spot animals and providing fascinating insights into their behavior and the park’s ecology. Though only a half-day excursion, this safari delivers an unforgettable taste of Africa’s wild beauty, with the thrill of close-up wildlife sightings.

7 hours • Admission Ticket Included