• To do and see
    To do and see

Activities

Because of our excellent location you can use St.Lucia as a gateway to this Wetland Park with its five recognized ecosystems, and Africa’s oldest game reserve Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park, home to the Big 5.

St. Lucia is like a hideaway resort in the middle of nature, you might even encounter bush buck, monkeys and hippo's during your stroll in this unique and charming place.

Discover over 70 bird species, e-bike tours, safari drives, boat cruises, turtle and whale safaris. Adventure awaits in St Lucia!

Game Drives

Enjoy the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Game Park, the oldest game reserve in Africa, only a 45 minutes drive from St.Lucia. The park offers beautiful rough scenery, the nearly extinguished white rhino and that "Out of Africa" feeling which will surely grap you. Enjoy a breakfast in the bush surrounded by the magnificent views of the former hunting grounds of King Shaka.

Bike tours

Explore St. Lucia like never before – on an e-bike, or fat e-bike! Ride along golden beaches, through lush forests, and maybe past hippos in the streets on a guided e-bike tour through the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Spot wildlife, enjoy the ocean breeze, and discover the magic of nature with ease and adventure. Perfect for couples, families, and solo travellers. Eco-friendly, fun, and unforgettable.

Turtle Tours

These tours take place from October through March. Giant leather back and loggerhead turtles come ashore on the pristine beaches to lay their eggs. Nature reveals itself in this ancient miracle which is unique to this area. Many people experience this tour as not to be missed.

Horse Riding

A fantastic opportunity to ride amongst the animals and encounter antelope, zebra or wildebeest. Enjoy nature or beach and sea on horseback. Of coarse you will be guided by experienced and registered guides.

Whale Watching

From June till November exciting tours are offered to observe whales and dolphins. These giants of the ocean are so impressive that you feel tiny and get a huge respect for nature.

Birding Safaris

Enjoy guided or self-guided routes with over 70 birding spots and over 600 species in a variety of habitats. Follow the Zululand Birding Route and try to spot that specific rare one that’s still missing on your list.

Night Drives

Night drives into the Wetland Park to investigate the nocturnal activities of the animals. An excellent opportunity to learn a lot about animals you never see during the day. Observe the milky way , listen to the sounds of the jungle and smell nature.

Fishing Safaris

Be guided by experts to try and catch the elusive marlin, sailfish or other game fish.

Wilderness Trails

There can be self guided or guided walks for just 2 hours or join a ranger and go hiking for 1 or more days. Numerous trails wind themselves through dune forests, grasslands and swamplands around St Lucia which show you the rich diversity of the Wetland Park.

Culture Tours

Ranging from 2 hours to 3 or more days, gain insight in the old and traditional Zulu Culture and the present day-to-day living. Visit a township, a rural area or a Cultural village and experience the transition/marriage of Zulu Culture with Western standards.

Educational Tours

Visit the crocodile centre, the snake park displays or the cycad garden. A guided tow will give you inside into these creatures and their habitats.

Estuary Boat Cruises

Get a better understanding of our magnificent eco-system and see hippos, crocs, fish eagles,
the Goliath heron and other interesting wildlife up close .

A sun downer on Lake St.Lucia is also an unforgettable experience.

Snorkeling

At Cape Vidal the coral reefs of this marine system are beautiful and the unspoilt 280 km long coastline is one of the reasons this area is a World Heritage Site.

Kayaking or Canoeing

Be guided by experts on the Estuary, the lake or the rivers. This is a once in a lifetime experience amidst the hippos and crocs in an ecological paradise.

Sport

Golf, tennis and squash can be enjoyed at the Monzi country club at your leisure.

Arts & Crafts

Shop till you drop or simply enjoy the Zulu heritage. We know the best places where to buy and if you are a shopaholic, even give you a complete arts and crafts route to follow.

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