KwaZulu Natal Safaris

When it comes to safaris in South Africa, KwaZulu Natal is the Cinderella of the ball - an anonymous princess overshadowed by South Africa's more famous royal beauty - the Kruger National Park.

And yet, the area is incredibly rich in varied habitats and, thanks to its raw beauty, is often described as the 'wild-wild west' of South Africa.

For anyone that's been on safari to southern Africa before, KwaZulu Natal is the perfect place for that second safari - an experience where you want more than just first-time safari highlights like trumpeting elephants and roaring lions. Then there are all the safari extras.

KwaZulu Natal is also the ideal destination for an adventurous self-drive safari. Drive north from Durban or Richards Bay and explore the major reserves like Hluhluwe, Phinda and Pongola. After your safari, head for the coast and spend some lazy days on the pristine beaches of the KwaZulu Natal Coast.

KZN is also an excellent family safari destination. Safari areas are at a very low risk to malaria and a few lodges have created exciting and unique safari entertainment programmes for kids.