Pick up your rental car from Durban airport and drive to the St. Lucia Estuary, where the owner-run Makakatana Bay Lodge is situated. This rural retreat is set in a mangrove forest with spectacular views of the beaches.

The lodge is decorated with a distinct African elegance emphasising the Zulu culture. Relax on the pool deck or enjoy a scenic walk on the beach, a wilderness area in its own right.

Experience a big 5 safari on an excursion to the Hluhhuwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve, or a wetland exploration into the Isimangaliso Wetland Park, a highlight for birdwatchers.

Makakatana Bay Lodge is in one of the most beautiful nature areas of KwaZulu Natal and its serene and secluded surroundings make it the ideal place to relax.

A rustic privately owned lodge situated within the Isimangaliso Wetland Park World Heritage Site.

Drive down to Coastal Cashews and be transferred to Rocktail Beach Camp, a peaceful retreat in the Maputaland Coastal Forest Reserve.

Rocktail is set in an indigenous coastal forest and is close to a beautiful and remote beach. Embrace the wilderness with quiet walks through the forest, a haven for a number of bird species. Spend time scuba-diving or snorkeling in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean where you'll have the chance to see manta rays, whale sharks and even sea turtles.

Relax and unwind back at the camp swimming pool or enjoy an afternoon doze in your luxury tent. If you are feeling adventurous, a visit to Black Rock, a 60ft fossilised sand dune, is well worth it.

A comfortable beach camp sheltered by a coastal forest, and close to an endless stretch of soft sand.

Transfer back to Coastal Cashews where you'll pick up your car and drive to Phinda Mountain Lodge for a 3-night luxury safari.

Excellent game-viewing awaits, with game drives, guided safari walks and rhino tracking trips, ensuring a close-up bush experience. Relax on boat cruises or even explore the waters by canoe, before returning to camp and watching the sun dip behind the blue Lebombo Mountains.

Ending your day at Phinda is best done with a gourmet meal around a fire in the open-air boma. Relax, reminisce about your day's game-viewing, and enjoy the starry sky of the KwaZulu Natal bushveld.

Luxury safari lodge perched atop a mountain on the phenomenal Phinda Reserve, northern KwaZulu Natal.

Head to Coco De Mer, a luxurious boutique hotel situated in the heart of a natural eco-forest on the beautiful Balito coast of KwaZulu Natal.

Spend your days soaking up the sun on the beach, visiting the shopping malls and restaurants and exploring the great variety KwaZulu Natal has to offer.

The coastal location also offers a host of exciting activities, including scuba-diving, golf, fishing, horse-riding, kite-surfing, whale-watching and 4x4 trails.

A luxurious boutique hotel situated in a coastal eco-forest on the beautiful Balito coast, KwaZulu Natal.

Leave the coastal town of Ballito and drive back to Durban where you will drop off your rental car.