- Day 1
- Fly overnight from London Heathrow to Durban
- Day 2 - 5:
- Transfer from Durban International Airport to the port, where you will embark the MSC Sinfonia and begin your 3 day cruise:
- Cruise is inclusive of accommodation:
- MSC Sinfonia Standard Cabin (FB)
- Day 5 -7 :
- Disembark MSC Sinfonia at Durban pick up your hire car where you will then drive to the Ballito region and stay for 2 nights at:
- Day 7 - 10:
- Drive from Ballito region to the Drakesnberg where you will stay for three nights at:
- Day 10 - 13:
- Drive from the Drakensberg region to the Battlefields where you will stay for 3 nights at:
- Mahlatini recommends the following accommodation:
- Isibindi Zulu Lodge(HB)
- Fugitives Drift in a Luxury En Suite Room (HB)
- Day 13 - 15:
- Drive from the Battlefields to the Thanda Private Game reserve, where you finish with a big five safari experience, stay 3 nights at:
- Day 16:
- On the final morning you will drive to Richards Bay airport for onward connections
Contact a specialist about this Cruise Itinerary
- Day 1 - 5:
You will fly overnight from London to Durban via Johannesburg. Upon arrival you will be transferred from the airport to the ship, where you will check in for the next three nights. You will sail from Durban to Portuguese Island, where you will have the change to embark on various shore excursions on this stunning island, before you return to Durban. Upon return up will collect your hire car.
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- Day 5 - 7:
You will drive to the Ballito region where you will stay for the next two nights in the stunning Zimbali Lodge. Overlooking the Indian Ocean, this 5* boutique hotel will refresh and prepare you for the exciting adventure ahead.
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- Day 7 - 10:
Today you will drive to the magnificent Drakensberg area where you will spend the next three nights at the stunning and historical Cathedral Peak hotel. Discover the Nature Park and spend time strolling around and getting to grips with nature. Unwind in the evenings in this stunning hotel before setting off to the Battlefields.
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- Day 10 - 13:
Today you will drive to the stunning Battlefields region where you will become engulfed in the Zulu history and culture. You will stay at the stunning Isibindi Zulu Lodge. The lodge is a stone’s throw away from the historic battlefields of Rorkes drift, where Zulu and British clashed in a devastating battle which had enormous consequences for the Zulu people. The area is rich in culture and combined with luxurious accommodation offers a near perfect experience.
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- Day 13 - 15:
Onwards today to the Thanda Game Reserve, where you will finish your trip with a 3 nights, big five game safari. Offering an authentic bush experience, bird and wildlife flourishes in this re-established natural eco system. Twice daily game drive sin open game viewing vehicles will afford you a better understanding of the wildlife here. On the final morning, you will drive to Richards Bay airport and catch your flight home.
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- Day 16:
On the final morning, you will drive to Richards Bay airport for onward connections
Contact a specialist about this Luxury Safari Cruise Holiday
- Cost:
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- Best of Kwazulu Natal & Cruise
Prices start from £3,000 per person
- Seasons:
- January – March 2012 only
- Note:
- Prices are dependent on availability and are including international flights which are subject to change. The above is a sample itinerary. We will tailor make a trip suited exactly to your requirements, however please be advised the ship only departs on certain dates.
- Includes:
- Full Board accommodation on board the ship
- All transfers included
- Car Hire
- Safari Activities whilst at Thanda
- Excludes:
- Gratuities
- Personal travel expenses
- Travel Insurance
- Beverages
Contact a specialist to personalise your Safari Cruise