HluHluwe

a small village in the heart of Zululand

Information about Hluhluwe

The village of Hluhluwe lies in the heart of Zululand on South Africa’s east coast, home to the Zulu kings Dingiswayo and Shaka, who allegedly prompted the very first conservation laws and the oldest game reserve in the country - the Hluhluwe and Umfolozi Game Reserve, established in 1895. Only a two-hour drive from Durban and four hours from Johannesburg the entire area around the Hluhluwe Reserve, right down to the Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park, now a World Heritage Site, has been given over to animal conservation and game farms and visiting the region provides one with an abundance of wildlife viewing, over 350 species of birds and a variety of other wildlife including rhino, giraffe, wildebeest and many antelope species.

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Highlights in Hluhluwe

Night Game Drive

A night drive offers an exhilarating experience as you explore the bush under the cover of darkness. Guided by experienced rangers, these drives provide a unique opportunity to witness the nocturnal behaviors of various wildlife, including predators like lions and leopards as they hunt. The cool night air and the sounds of the African wilderness create an atmospheric adventure, allowing you to see creatures that are rarely active during the day, such as bush babies, porcupines, and nightjars.