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Sensational 3 / 4 Day / 2 / 3 Night
Departure Days: Mon./Tues./Wed./Thurs./Fri./Sat./Sun.
Duration:
A total of 3 / 4 / days.
Accommodation: 2 / 3 / night in a Luxury Lodge
Costs: 2 Night / 3 Day: R9,100.00 per person sharing - Lodge
NB: There is a single supplement of R4,550.00
Costs: 3 Night / 4 Day: R11,800.00 per person sharing - Lodge
NB: There is a single supplement of R4,550.00
Optional Add On: 2 Days at a secluded beach lodge
R6,400.00 – Children under 12 pay 50% adult rate
Children under 3 Years: Stay free
Children under 12 Years: Pay 50% adult rate
Price includes: Road transfer to and from Durban in a Wild Africa Safari Co Land Rover, accommodation at Leopard Mountain Game Lodge including dinner, breakfast and afternoon tea, game drives, lunches/snacks, entrance to game reserves, Zulu homestead, Cheetah and Serval Project and stipulated activities.
Price excludes: Drinks, visas (if required), travel insurance, health requirements, gratuities (tips), all items of a personal nature and any service not specified.
These private safaris are flexible according to the wishes of the client. Should you wish to change the itinerary or include a specific visit or area please contact us with your requirements.
Please note: All bookings must be paid in full on confirmation. Exceptions: 4 - 6 months advance bookings 50% on confirmation of booking. The balance 100% 30 days prior to departure.
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Leopard Mountain Game Lodge is only three hours drive from Durban. Visit Leopard Mountain Game Lodge for a 3 / 4 Day Safari from Durban. Leopard Mountain Game Lodge is situated high up in the wild secluded hills of the 23 000ha Zululand Black Rhino Big 4 Reserve.
Leopard Mountain Game Lodge overlooks a vast stretch of unspoiled bushland and riverine forests, from the Umsunduze River meandering below to the distant Lebombo Mountains, the lodge has one of the most spectacular views in Zululand. Leopard Mountain Game Lodge is nestled on the cliff-tops, overlooking the meandering Msunduze River. Your luxurious stone and thatch chalet provides a haven of peace and tranquility where you can watch the sun and moon rise over an African plain that has not changed since before the birth of man. Each chalet is light and spacious with its own private balcony and hammock, incredible view, en-suite bathroom, mini bar and tea and coffee facilities.
This exciting wildlife experience offers you game viewing in the world famous Hluhluwe Umfolosi Game Reserve and the Zululand Black Rhino Reserve where we stay in a luxury private game lodge.
The Zululand Rhino Reserve is the second release site of the WWF/ Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife Black Rhino Range Expansion Project. The reserve is home to four of the Big Five, a wide variety of antelope and some inquisitive giraffe. Jackals, genets, hyenas, porcupines, etc have also been spotted on the reserve. Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve, Africa's oldest reserve, was first declared a Game Sanctuary in 1887 before which it was hunting ground for the Zulu kings. It is also internationally acclaimed for its conservation efforts and boasts the largest population of Black and White Rhino in the world.
You will also experience Zulu traditional living and customs, as well as a visit to a rehabilitation project for wild cats where you may get to interact with one of the felids. On a 4 day Safari you will get to experience the diversity of the St Lucia Wetland Park, a World Heritage Site. On the optional 2-day experience, one gets to go to a secluded Robinson Crusoe type luxury lodge with clear warm waters for swimming and snorkelling.
Itinerary
Day 1:
A Wild Africa Safari Co Land Rover will collect you at 7am for the drive up the north coast where we stop to visit Shakaland for a Zulu Cultural experience. One can feel the pulsating rhythm of mysterious and magical Africa as you re-live the excitement and romance of the days of Shaka, King of the Zulus, in this authentic re-creation of the Great Kraal overlooking the Phobane Lake. Experience the sight of assegai-wielding warriors, share the fascinating secrets of the Sangomas and witness traditional customs such as tribal dancing, spear making and the beer-drinking ceremonies. A traditional lunch rounds off this experience.
We depart for our luxury accommodation at the private Leopard Mountain Game Lodge, an award winning 4 star lodge located high up in the wild secluded hills of the 23 000 ha Zululand Black Rhino Reserve; home to the Big 4 (rhino, elephant, buffalo and leopard). The lodge has one of the most spectacular views in Zululand, overlooking a vast stretch of unspoiled bushland and riverine forests, from the Umsunduze River meandering below to the distant Lebombo Mountains.
This picture perfect backdrop of the African bushveld lends itself to the perfect setting for a romantic getaway and an authentic wildlife experience. Your luxurious stone and thatch chalet provides a haven of peace and tranquillity where you can watch the sun and moon rise over an African plain that has not changed since before the birth of man. Each chalet is light and spacious with its own private balcony and hammock, incredible view, en-suite bathroom, mini bar and tea and coffee facilities. The main lodge features a very comfortable dining room, bar, lounge and deck area and a unique rock pool to cool off while still enjoying the amazing view.
The reserve includes an abundance of game, including leopard, cheetah, rhino, buffalo, giraffe, jackals, genets, hyenas, porcupines and a wide diversity of flora and prolific bird life.
After a short rest and a dip in the pool, its time for a sunset game drive and sundowners in an open vehicle to look for game in the Zululand Black Rhino Reserve. The day is rounded off with a superb dinner.
Day 2:
This morning we explore the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve, Africa's oldest reserve and home to the “Big Five”, first declared a Game Sanctuary in 1887 before which it was hunting ground for the Zulu kings such as Dingiswayo and Shaka. It is also internationally acclaimed for its conservation efforts and boasts the largest population of Black and White Rhino in the world. The park covers 96 000 ha and the wide range of plant life hosts a diversity of mammals, birdlife, reptiles and amphibians. Animals to be seen include The Big Five – lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo and leopard, other species including cheetah, wild dog, blue wildebeest, warthog, and giraffe as well as a varied antelope such as impala, waterbuck, common and mountain reedbuck, bushbuck, kudu, steenbuck and duiker. Over 300 species of birds have been recorded.
The Morning Game drive is followed by lunch. After lunch the guests can swim or laze by the pool and enjoy an afternoon siesta before heading out on a sunset game drive from the lodge.
Day 3:
An early morning game drive, or a sleep in if one chooses. We then head for the Cheetah and Serval Project for an opportunity to see these amazing predatory cats up close. At this project there is a rare opportunity to touch hand reared Serval and Caracal. This is a highlight to many of our guests. The aim of the project is to care for wild Cheetah and Serval Cats, which have been orphaned or injured in the wild and are in need of care and rehabilitation. The centre also breeds where possible and releases the offspring back into their natural habitat.
After leaving the project we stop to view the local crafts and enjoy a relaxing lunch. The 3 day safari will depart for Durban and a St Lucia Wetland Park boat cruise, while 4 day safari has a choice of either game viewing at Hluhluwe Umfolosi, or enjoying some time at the lodge followed by a sunset game drive and dinner.
Day 4:
The day starts with an early morning game drive, followed by a hearty breakfast at the lodge. We check out of the lodge and head for the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park, a World Heritage Site, with its fascinating wetland area that has some of the highest vegetated dunes in the world, and many wildlife and bird species. We depart on a 2-hour boat cruise to look for hippos, crocodiles, fish-eagle, heron, mangroves, kingfishers and other species. The 4-Day Safari departs for Durban after disembarking, and arrives around late afternoon.
Departure Times: Guest are collected from Durban at 7am, and dropped back in Durban late afternoon on their final day.
Optional Add On:
2 Days at a secluded beach lodge - Thonga Beach Lodge is a magical place of tranquil swimming bays and snorkelling reefs with warm waters, coastal forest and exquisite sandy beaches where you can feel like “Robinson Crusoe”. Thonga Beach Lodge is situated on an undeveloped wilderness beach with warm crystal clear waters, where access is only possible with a 4X4 vehicle.
