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ST Lucia ISimangaliso Boat Safari

5.0(5 reviews)
10 hour(s)
English (United Kingdom)
Durban, South Africa

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Spot hippos, crocodiles, birds, and other wildlife

Learn about the park's rich biodiversity and ecosystems

Visit to iSimangaliso Wetlands Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Guided walk to the St Lucia river mouth before returning to Durban

St Lucia Wetlands Tour Reveals the Natural Wonders of iSimangaliso


A full-day excursion from Durban takes travelers along the scenic KwaZulu-Natal coastline to the charming town of St Lucia, located within the spectacular iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Recognized as South Africa’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, the park is celebrated for its extraordinary biodiversity, pristine landscapes, and remarkable ecological importance.


The highlight of the tour is a two-hour guided boat cruise through the St Lucia Estuary, where knowledgeable local guides introduce visitors to the area's rich natural history. Along the way, guests have excellent opportunities to observe hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of bird species while enjoying the tranquil beauty of one of Africa’s most important wetland ecosystems.


Stretching across 328,000 hectares and more than 280 kilometres of coastline, iSimangaliso supports an exceptional diversity of wildlife, including elephants, rhinoceroses, leopards, lions, whales, sea turtles, and many other terrestrial and marine species. The reserve’s unique combination of wetlands, forests, beaches, and coastal habitats makes it one of South Africa’s premier nature destinations.


Following the estuary cruise, visitors can enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant in the town of St Lucia before taking a guided walk to the scenic river mouth. The experience concludes with a relaxing drive back to Durban, offering a memorable day filled with outstanding wildlife encounters, breathtaking scenery, and a deeper appreciation of KwaZulu-Natal’s natural heritage.

What's Included
  • National Park entrance fees
  • Professional tour guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry to iSimangaliso Wetland Park
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
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Manou R.Google
November 11, 2025

We had a perfect expericience with Heritage Tours & Safari. Our Ranger Kyle knows a lot about the animals and know his way around the park. We saw a lot of animals. Extra special: we were allowed to see a leopard. So so special! Thank you for the amazing day in de park!!

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Daniel K.Google
October 14, 2025

Yesterday we went on a safari with Heritage Tours, and it was truly unforgettable. Our guide, Sifiso, picked us up and brought us back, making sure we had an amazing day from start to finish. The safari definitely left a lasting impression, and once we returned, we already couldn’t wait to go back. We had the incredible opportunity to see so many animals up close and learn about them, thanks to Sifiso’s immense knowledge. Experiencing the second-largest national park in South Africa, after Kruger, in such an engaging and personal way was absolutely unique. For us, this was probably the highlight of our South Africa trip. We can warmly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area—it’s an experience not to be misse

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Kelly Google
September 30, 2025

We had a tour at Hluhluwe with Kyle. Picked up at our accommodation and his bright and cheery welcome was greatly received with it being early. Had an amazing experience with some Cheetahs which was breathtaking. The food that was supplied on the tour was amazing. Our Braai for lunch which Kyle cooked for us was tasty and filling and the picnic if spot was beautiful. Kyle was very knowledgeable and passionate about what he does and this shone through with any questions we asked. It’s obvious he loves his job and cares about his guests. Absolutely breathtaking day from start to finish. We saw so many amazing things and I learned so much from Kyle.Thank you so much. If you are hesitant about who to book a safari with don’t be- do it .. it’s absolutely worth it.

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Discover the wonders of Durban, South Africa with this unforgettable experience. This day tour is focused on the UNESCO site, the Isimangaliso Greater St Lucia estuary, which is South Africa's third largest protected area covering 280km of coastline. The main stop is the Boat Safari on the St Lucia estuary which will be guided by the Highlights of your tour include: Spot hippos, crocodiles, birds, and other wildlifeLearn about the park's rich biodiversity and ecosystemsVisit to iSimangaliso Wetlands Park, a UNESCO World Heritage SiteGuided walk to the St Lucia river mouth before returning to Durban. ST Lucia ISimangaliso Boat SafariThe tour departs from Durban heading northward along the coast to northern KwaZulu-Natal. The first stop is the town of St Lucia and the estuaryinside the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park. There you will board a river boat for a 2 hours guided tour of the estuary. The loca. This tour includes: National Park entrance feesProfessional tour guideHotel pickup/drop-off within 5km of TropicanaEntry to iSimangaliso Wetland Park. This full-day tour departs from Durban and heads north along the KwaZulu-Natal coast to the picturesque town of St Lucia, located within the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park—South Africa’s first UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site. Upon arrival, you'll embark on a 2-hour guided river boat cruise through the estuary, where a knowledgeable local guide will share the area's fascinating ecological history an. Duration: 10 hours . Book your ST Lucia ISimangaliso Boat Safari today and create memories that will last a lifetime!