13 nights
0.204t C0²
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The Best of KwaZulu-Natal Luxury: Shores to Sanctuaries in 14 Days

From €5009 / person in June

From the onset in the vibrant Durban, relish exquisite stays with sundowner serenity. Travel to Saint Lucia and iSimangaliso Wetland Park for a bush and boat safari. Move on to Zululand to appreciate verdant nature scenes and experience adventure and relaxation in luxury.

Trip Route

  • Arrival

    King Shaka International Airport | DUR

    1

    2 nights

    Durban

    As KwaZulu-Natal’s largest city, Durban is a warm welcoming coastal city home to spectacular landscapes, diverse wildlife and rich heritage. Referred to by its Zulu name by locals, eThekwini, this city is a mix of vibrant cultures and a melting pot of Indian, Zulu and European influences. Durban offers a vast array of unique nature centred experiences and activities. So, whether you are into food, nature or beautiful beaches - eThekwini is the place for you.

    Your Hotel

    Sala Beach House

    A luxury coastal chic getaway on the Dolphin Coast

    From€ 201/person
  • 2

    3 nights

    Saint Lucia

    Located on the east coast of South Africa, St Lucia is a small village in the heart of Zululand where you can experience the best of a bush and boat safari. Set in one of the richest mammal conservation areas in the country, St Lucia provides access to iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa’s first natural UNESCO World Heritage Site. The breathtaking natural coastal forests, swamps, beaches, and wetlands are home to diverse wildlife and visitors can enjoy birding, whale watching, snorkelling, scuba diving and so much more.

    Your Hotel

    Makakatana Bay Lodge

    Explore iSimangaliso Wetland Park at this beach safari getaway on Lake St Lucia

    From€ 316/person
  • 3

    2 nights

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park covers approximately 332.000 ha, including its marine reserves, making the park the third largest protected area in South Africa. In 1999, the park was officially designated as a natural UNESCO World Heritage site, the first in the country. Over 6.500 plant and animal species, including over 500 bird species, can be found spread across the 5 interlinked ecosystems. From scuba diving in Sodwana Bay to whale watching in St. Lucia or birding at Lake Sibaya, iSimangaliso Wetland Park offers travellers a one-of-a-kind safari experience.

    Your Hotel

    Thonga Beach Lodge

    A sustainability centred beach-side luxury lodge within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    From€ 234/person
  • 4

    3 nights

    Zululand

    Zululand is a traditional region in the northeastern section of KwaZulu-Natal, extending along the coast and inland into the rural heart of the province. Home to the Zulu people, this is the perfect place to learn more about the intriguing culture, with many museums and villages to visit in addition to tea plantations, cattle farms and charming towns. This area is a beautiful place to appreciate the abundance of wildlife found in the multiple reserves and parks adorned with tranquil and verdant hills, grasslands and forests.

    Your Hotel

    mFulaWozi Wilderness Mthembu Lodge

    A 5-star lodge with incomparable wilderness views in the heart of Zululand

    From€ 359/person
  • 5

    2 nights

    Zululand

    Zululand is a traditional region in the northeastern section of KwaZulu-Natal, extending along the coast and inland into the rural heart of the province. Home to the Zulu people, this is the perfect place to learn more about the intriguing culture, with many museums and villages to visit in addition to tea plantations, cattle farms and charming towns. This area is a beautiful place to appreciate the abundance of wildlife found in the multiple reserves and parks adorned with tranquil and verdant hills, grasslands and forests.

    Your Hotel

    andBeyond Phinda Rock Lodge

    Stone-sculpted suites boasting Zululand valley views in Phinda Private Game Reserve

    From€ 886/person
  • 6

    1 nights

    Durban

    As KwaZulu-Natal’s largest city, Durban is a warm welcoming coastal city home to spectacular landscapes, diverse wildlife and rich heritage. Referred to by its Zulu name by locals, eThekwini, this city is a mix of vibrant cultures and a melting pot of Indian, Zulu and European influences. Durban offers a vast array of unique nature centred experiences and activities. So, whether you are into food, nature or beautiful beaches - eThekwini is the place for you.

    Your Hotel

    Sala Beach House

    A luxury coastal chic getaway on the Dolphin Coast

    From€ 201/person
  • Departing

    King Shaka International Airport | DUR

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Because of the easy way we communicated with our Viatu expert, it felt like planning our holidays with a friend. It made it really flexible and perfectly suitable for our needs. The accommodations that he suggested were just wonderful and a perfect mix of everything we needed.

Nicole

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Our Viatu experience was just amazing, starting with the first discussions and the planning of our trip to Namibia. The Viatu team did a great job planning the trip according to our wishes and preferences.

Stefano

Verified Traveller

What can I say? We've had an absolute blast traveling through Namibia. Soooo many good new memories! We booked our trip a bit last minute but had amazing support from Viatu to get all the information in time.

Anna

Verified Traveller

We had an incredible journey with Viatu and many unforgettable memories in South Africa. The journey was tailor-made to our wishes and the communication with Alex really easy, friendly and helpful. All the information was accessible online at any time, nicely presented and structured in an overview.

Michèle

Verified Traveller

We had the most wonderful experience with Viatu and the trip of a lifetime. My sister and I travelled for 3,5 weeks through Namibia and South Africa, and everything was perfectly planned and just amazing.

Valerie

Verified Traveller

With super short notice, they organised a trip that was just perfect. Loved everything about it! Will definitely recommend Viatu to all my friends!

Margherita

Verified Traveller

The recommended accommodations were perfect for us and everything was as expected. Even though we booked on very short notice, everything went smoothly and was well managed by Viatu.

Jan

Verified Traveller

I'm very thankful for my first Viatu experience. The 3-week trip across Namibia combined incredible landscapes and nature, mindblowing eco-friendly lodges and utter peace of mind. The organisation and support of the Viatu team were spot-on - this is the way to impress. Thanks a lot!

Christoph

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We loved using the Viatu Trip Builder to design our holidays in South Africa. It was super easy and transparent. Our holidays were great and the few times we needed support, our consultant Benoit was very quick and helpful.

Anita

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I had a once in a lifetime trip with Viatu. It was extremely exciting, adventurous and diverse! As my first trip, I found it to be very enjoyable. Everything was totally planned out from A to Z.

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