Only three hours north of Durban, this is the heart of the Zulu Kingdom, covering 96,000 hectares. Wilderness trails take you along mighty rivers that wander through thorn savanna inhabited by Africa’s Big Five. It’s also the oldest game reserve in Africa and home of the white rhino.
Main attractions
- Big Five game viewing
- Three-day wilderness trail
The wilderness trail altered my perspective on life. After a few days’ living among the animals, a sense of calmness and belonging filled my heart and head.
– Scott Ramsay, Wild 20
Activities:
- Guided walks
- Guided night drives
- Self-guided 4×4 trails
- Self-drive game viewing
- Self-guided hiking trails
- Picnicking
- Boating and boat tours
- Overnight wilderness trails
Top sightings: White rhino, Big Five, giraffe, blue wildebeest, cheetah, zebra, large herds of antelope
Accommodation: Camping, chalets, cottages, log cabins, lodges
Gate times: November – February 05:00 – 19:00, March – October 06:00 – 18:00
Nearest centre: Hluhluwe is 25km away (about 20 minutes).
Know before you go
This is a low risk malaria area but consult your doctor before to be on the safe side.
Contact reserve: +27 (0)35 562 0113
Ezemvelo Central Reservations: +27 (0)33 845 1000, [email protected]
Visit the home page of Hilltop Camp in Hluhluwe iMfolozi Game Reserve.
Visit the home page of the iMfolozi section.
Good day
I would like to know what the entry cost is for this park.
Regards
Pam James
Good day. Thank you for your message. With a Wild Card, entry is of course free. If not a Wild Card member, you can contact the reserve’s reservation office on 033 845 1000 for more information. Regards, Wild.
Under accommodation you state “camping”. As far as I know there is no camping facilities at Hilltops or Mpila camp. How can you advertise this if it is incorrect.
Why dont you establish a campsite, it would bring in more income??