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iSimangaliso Wetland Park · KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
St Lucia
Where the wetlands meet the Indian Ocean.
iSimangaliso Wetland Park · KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Where the wetlands meet the Indian Ocean.
About this Destination
St Lucia is the base town for SDD's South African wildlife segment — a vibrant coastal settlement sitting at the mouth of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. True to its name, meaning 'miracle and wonder,' iSimangaliso is one of Africa's most outstanding wetland and coastal sites — encompassing coral reefs, unspoiled beaches, towering dunes, tranquil lakes, and vast reed and papyrus wetlands.
Guests arriving in St Lucia are treated to one of the expedition's most memorable evenings: a sunset hippo cruise along the St Lucia Estuary. Aboard an elegant double-decker boat, guests glide through the waterway encountering hippos, Nile crocodiles, and a dazzling variety of birdlife. If luck is on your side, hippos have been known to wander through town during the evening meal.
Wetland Park
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Hippos
1,000+ in the estuary
Evening Activity
Sunset hippo cruise
Location
1 hour from Hluhluwe-Imfolozi
AmaZulu Lodge
Your gateway to iSimangaliso Wetland Park, where the beauty of nature and the warmth of South African culture come together. Comfortable en-suite rooms, a pool, restaurant, and easy walking access to the estuary. An early breakfast pack is provided on safari days.
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