The Luxury Kwa Zulu Natal Self Drive Tour is one of the South Africa Self Drive Tours offered by African Sky Safaris and Tours
 

Luxury Kwa Zulu Natal Self Drive - 10 Days (Code SD6)

 

The Luxury KwaZulu Natal Self Drive is a South Africa Self Drive Tour which enjoys some time for relaxation at the Zimbali Coastal Resort. The resort is in the authors opinion the finest coastal resort in South Africa. The self drive then makes its way to the Phinda Private Game Reserve which is bordered by the Greater St Lucia wetland park.

This park has been declared a natural heritage site. At Phinda two game drives area included daily on open 4X4 vehicles accompanied by experienced rangers and trackers. The resere encompasses no less than seven eclogical areas. The safari segment of the self drive tour is continued at Mkuze Falls Lodge where the days are also filled by two open 4X4 game drives in search of the Big Five. Following the safari experiences guests travel south to Umhlanga and the Beverly Hills Hotel where the final night of the Luxury KwaZulu Natal self drive tour is spent. This self drive tour starts and ends in Durban.

 

Self Drive Tour Detail

Self Drive Tour Prices vary depending on the time of year and the size of your traveling party. Please send us a request with your particular requirements. We will return a detailed, no obligation quotation to you, within 24hrs of receiving the request. We can quote you in any currency of your choice. Bookings confirmed with a deposit more than six months in advance are subject to a discount of 5%.
Self Drive Tour Price: From R37 096 to R39 906 (South African Rand) per person sharing
Self Drive Starting Date: Any date specified by clients, this is a private tour
Tour Starting Point: Anywhere in Johannesburg or Pretoria
Tour Ending Point: Anywhere in Cape Town
What is Included: Below the detailed itinerary
What is Excluded: Below the detailed itinerary
 
   

Self Drive Tour Itinerary

Day 1: KwaZulu Natal North Coast
Clients are met upon arrival at Durban International Airport by a representative of African Sky Safaris and Tours who presents them with their self drive tour itinerary, a map book of South Africa as well as a GPS on which a suggested route has been pre programmed. The locations of the suggested activities and places of interest we suggest in this itinerary are also logged in the GPS. At this time clients are also presented with accommodation and other relevant vouchers which they will require on their self drive tour.

The Representative spends an hour with guests going over the route and offering suggestions and advice. All members of the African Sky Team have years of experience in conducting tours and safaris in South and Southern Africa. He or she should be able to answer any questions clients might have regarding their self drive holiday. The representative then assists them with collecting their rental car after which clients embark on their self drive holiday of South Africa. From Durban Airport a short drive bring guests to the magnificent Zimabali coastal resort.

Overnight: Zimbali Lodge  
Meals: None  

Day 2-3: KwaZulu Natal North Coast
There is a health Spa on the premises where guests can treat themselves to the health and luxury they deserve. There are: 4 treatment rooms for body treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures and massages and Health Hydro Shower. The beautiful and scenic towns along KwaZulu-Natal’s Dolphin Coast offer spectacular scenery for hiking and birdwatching.

Overnight: Zimbali Lodge  
Meals: Breakfast  

Day 4-6: Phinda
After two days of luxurious pampering you will make your way to Phinda Forest Lodge. Phinda Forest Lodge lies within the 15 000 hectares/3 800 acres of Phinda Private Game Reserve, in the Maputoland region of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Phinda neighbours the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park – a World Heritage Site – to the east and is only 30km/19 miles due west of the white-fringed beaches of the Indian Ocean. Guest can enjoy a host of activities like game drives, bush walks, birding safaris, canoeing and river boat cruises. For the strong hearted a white rhino tracking adventure can be organised. Deep sea fishing, scuba diving and snorkeling can also be arranged. Two game drives on open 4X4 vehicles are included daily.
Overnight: Phinda Forest Lodge  
Meals: Full Board  

Day 7-8: Mkuze
The next two days guests will spend at the Mkuze Falls Lodge located along the northern bank of the  Mkuze  River, in the heart of Kwa Zulu Natal. Mkuze Falls is one of only two Private Game Reserves in the region where you can view the 'Big 5' - lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, elephant and for bird lovers, nearly 400 species of birds are resident. Experience the unique richness that this peaceful part of Africa has to offer. It is a place of pure tastes and simple delights, celebrating the thrill of nature. Two game drives on open 4X4 vehicles are included daily.

Overnight: Mkuze Falls Lodge  
Meals: Full Board  

Day 9: Umhlanga
After the tranquility of the bush guests can now venture into the quaint and vibey town of Umhlanga. Guests will book into the Beverly Hills Hotel one of South Africa’s most glamorous and luxurious accommodation offerings. Renowned for its superb personal service, luxury accommodation and fine dining, the Beverly Hills Hotel is the epitome of gracious hospitality. Set on a rise overlooking the Indian Ocean, it offers glorious views of miles of unspoilt beaches.
Umhlanga has a variety of trendy coffee shops, restaurants and shopping malls all within walking distance of the hotel. A beautiful long seafront promenade offers guests a refreshing and brisk walk along the beautiful beach front.

Overnight: Beverly Hills Hotel  
Meals: Breakfast  

Day 10: Departure
After breakfast at leisure guests can make their way to Durban International Airport where they will hand over their vehicle and book on to their flight heading home.
Overnight: None  
Meals: Breakfast  
   
African Sky has been offering self drive tours in South Africa for more than 10 years. If none of our self drive packages meet with your approval we will gladly tailor make an Itinerary to suit your requirements.

Luxury KwaZulu Natal Self Drive Tour Includes:
- Accommodation as specified in the Itinerary
- Meals as specified in the Itinerary
- Tourism Levy
- All Applicable Taxes
- All Park Fees if Applicable
- Toyota Corolla 1.6 or Similar Vehicle for 1-4 Clients
- Toyota Quantum or Similar Vehicle for 5-8 Clients
- Europcar Super Cover Insurance
- The vehicles included are Europcar Group C and Group E vehicles and could be replaced with a similar vehicle depending on fleet availability.

Luxury KwaZulu Natal Self Drive Tour Excludes:
- International Airfare (Getting to South Africa and getting back home)
- Personal and Medical Insurance
- Activities suggested in the Itinerary
- Entrance Fees to places mentioned in the suggested itinerary
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Meals not specifically stated in the itinerary

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