2 Nights at Rhino Ridge in Hluhluwe iMfolozi and 3 Nights at Thonga Beach in iSimangaliso Wetland Park
From the iconic Big Five wilderness of Hluhluwe–iMfolozi to the untouched shores of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, this 5-night “bush and beach” package lets you experience two of KwaZulu-Natal’s most spectacular natural environments in one unforgettable journey.
You’ll spend 2 nights at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge, where daily morning and afternoon game drives, all meals, and immersive wildlife experiences bring the ancient Hluhluwe landscape to life. Just a few hours away lies Thonga Beach Lodge, your home for the next 3 nights, where pristine beaches, warm Indian Ocean waters, and a host of guided activities that include snorkelling, kayaking and seasonal turtle tracking, are included along with all meals.
Tour Details:
- Distance between Rhino Ridge and Thonga Beach is about 200km and is roughly a 3h 30m drive. ( Game reserve driving does slow it down)
- Great for families and is fine for young children
- An option using other lodges or combinations can easily be put together for you on request.
- Please ask us if you would like to add to, or customise this self drive tour
A Big 5 Game Experience combined with
the unique diversity of fauna and flora of iSimangaliso
Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge
Rhino Ridge delivers an exceptional Big 5 safari experience in the heart of the Hluhluwe–iMfolozi Park. With stylish rooms, sweeping valley views, professional guided game drives and warm hospitality, the lodge blends comfort with an authentic connection to one of Africa’s oldest wildlife reserves.
Enjoy delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners daily, together with unforgettable wildlife encounters on morning and evening game drives.
Accommodation options include Safari Rooms, Bush Villas and spacious Honeymoon Villas, each designed to maximise privacy and stunning views. All suites are air conditioned, with fireplaces or heaters for cooler winter nights, ensuring comfort year-round. Whether you’re relaxing by the rim-flow pool or out exploring the bush, Rhino Ridge offers a memorable and immersive safari escape.
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Thonga Beach Lodge offers a tranquil, barefoot-luxury escape on one of South Africa’s most pristine and remote beaches. Set within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, the lodge blends beautifully with its coastal forest surroundings and provides warm hospitality, fresh coastal cuisine and a relaxed atmosphere just steps from the Indian Ocean.
Daily breakfasts, lunches and dinners are included, along with a range of guided activities that let you fully experience this extraordinary marine paradise.
The eco-sensitive thatched rooms are tucked into the forest canopy for privacy and comfort, with air conditioning, private decks and serene views. Guests can enjoy snorkelling, kayaking, guided walks, and during summer, night turtle tracking on the beach. Whether you’re unwinding by the pool or exploring the rich marine life, Thonga Beach Lodge offers you an unforgettable coastal experience.
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