Named after the many thorny climbers that were once found along the Hluhluwe River, on whose banks the town rests, Hluhluwe is sandwiched between the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park and Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve. This fact ensures that visitors will be treated to incredibly scenic surroundings. Those who enjoy fresh, juicy South African pineapples can indulge themselves to the fullest, with most of the country’s pineapples produced in this region. Visitors can also look forward to exploring one of many surrounding reserves to view the world-renowned Big Five; soaking up the incredible natural scenery; and enjoying a variety of activities including scuba diving, horse riding, hiking, canoeing, boat cruises, and mountain biking.
Stretching along South Africa’s northern KwaZulu-Natal coast, iSimangaliso Wetland Park is a place where land, lake and ocean converge in spectacular harmony. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it shelters hippos lazing in reed-fringed estuaries, flamingos sweeping across mirror-like lagoons, and leatherback turtles nesting on golden beaches. Travellers can cruise the St Lucia Estuary among crocodiles, snorkel over coral reefs at Cape Vidal, or drive through coastal forests alive with zebra and rhino. The park’s name means “miracle” in Zulu, an apt reflection of its rare beauty and diversity. With every rustle of papyrus and shimmer of turquoise water, iSimangaliso stirs the senses and offers an unforgettable journey through one of Africa’s most extraordinary natural sanctuaries.
