Top KwaZulu-Natal 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours

Combine a city tour with mountain terrain on this full-day tour from Durban. Visit Pietermaritzburg, the capital city of KwaZulu-Natal, followed by the Mahatma Gandhi statue at city hall. Next, drive Sani Pass—a rugged mountain road that reaches the neighboring country of Lesotho. Cross the border to visit a local village and have a drink at the highest-altitude pub in Africa.

Set of at 08:00 am and travel into South Africa's very first world heritage site. Sit back and let your personal ranger for the day give you all the information regarding this amazing and incredible park. Not only will one enjoy some amazing wildlife but also the chance to witness exactly why this park was proclaimed a world heritage site. You will travel towards Cape Vidal during this tour with numerous loop roads, hides and lookout points en route. Once you arrive at Cape Vidal you may have the opportunity to enjoy some snorkeling in the protected bay (weather & tide dependent). Enjoy a special Picnic lunch all the while enjoying the wildlife within the park.

This is the ultimate Snorkeling Safari! Our highly skilled guides will amaze you with the incredible Eco-diversity that the iSimangaliso Wetland Park has to offer! The tour is conducted in a nice laid-back, yet professional manner and includes safari time, a 2 hrs Snorkeling Adventure and a delicious African braai lunch. Animal sighting possibilities include elephant, hippo, rhino, leopard, hyena, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, antelope, chameleons and on average about 55 different species of fish whilst snorkeling. Your guide will also give you a Zulu lesson and point out where his forefathers used to live within the Park.

Enjoy an adventure of a lifetime exploring the Hluhluwe Big 5 Game Reserve. With all the wildlife you'd expect to see in Africa, expect to see animals such as elephant, zebra, rhino and giraffe in their natural environment. With a bit of luck a glimpse of some big predators is a very real possibility. Then sit down to a fabulous lunch, with spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. After a little more game watching head back to Durban with memories of an incredible day!

Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park is the oldest proclaimed game reserve in Africa. This 96000 hectare Park is home to the African Big 5, Wild Dogs, Cheetah and much more. Historically this is also the Park that single-handedly saved the Rhinos from near extinction in the '60s when less than 100 Rhinos roamed the planet. King Shaka also made use of the southern section (Umfolozi) as his personal hunting grounds in days gone by. This park not only offers the most magical sights and sounds but some fascinating historical facts. All of our rangers have numerous years of experience in their respective fields and will undoubtedly ensure that you have a marvelous day out on your Full-Day Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park Safari.

Join our famous guide on a 3 hours iSimangaliso Sunset Safari! Experience the beauty of iSimangaliso with breathtaking views of the African Sunset and have a bigger chance of seeing Leopard and other nocturnal species!

Hit the road bright and early —05h00. As you know wildlife, especially predators, are most active around dawn and dusk. Enter the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve at Nyalazi Gate and enjoy a 2.5 hour morning game drive in one of our Hyundai H1 vehicles (Please note — this is not an open safari 4x4). Hluhluwe-Imfolozi is renowned for its White Rhino densities. Keep your Carl Zeiss Terra ED 8x42 binoculars on hand, you never know what’s around the corner. Stop for lunch at Hilltop Camp. Lunch is at travellers own expense. Time to head into one of KwaZulu Natal’s premier private game reserves: Manyoni Private Game Reserve! Meet Manyoni’s most experienced ranger and jump into an authentic open safari 4x4. Embark on a 4 hour game drive through this pristine wilderness as you track down Africa’s iconic Big 5 and everything in between. Your ranger is passionate about the African bush and will help you understand the eco-system. Depart Manyoni Private Game Reserve at 16h00 for Durban.

The oldest game park in Africa, this reserve was proclaimed to prevent the white rhino from becoming extinct.  Eighty mammal species (including the Big Five) and in excess of 300 bird species are supported in this 96,000HA reserve, making it a truly special experience for all.

Luxury Minivan Transfer from Durban to Underberg. World Heritage Site Highest Pass in South Africa Spectacular Views Kingdom of Lesotho Living Basotho Village Highest Pub in Africa 4×4 Experience

A drive through Sani Pass is a must for those traveling to KwaZulu-Natal. Leave Durban and pass rural villages on the way towards the Lesotho border. Transfer to a 4x4 vehicle to climb the 1,000 meters, passing a variety of wildlife along the way, then drive through the Lesotho border. Take in the views and stop at the Highest Pub in Africa, before winding down the mountain pass.

Situated in an indigenous forest of the Central Drakensberg, in the shadow of the towering Cathkin Peak, the Drakensberg Canopy Tour® awaits you. Boasting Africa’s first elevated rock face walkway with a good mix of both cliff face and treetop platforms, and cable slides over the forest up to 60 metres high, the Drakensberg Canopy Tour® must automatically go to the top of your “must do” list.Experience nature like never before as you slide along 12 slides through the forest canopy and enjoy a unique birds-eye view of the world around you. Set within the magnificent Blue Grotto forest, a World Heritage Site, the Drakensberg Canopy Tour® is guaranteed to take your breath away. The forest is home to over 150 species of birds including the rare Bush Blackcap.

Have you packed your passport? You’re heading into the Mountain Kingdom after all. At 3 240 meters above sea level it can get a tad icy so wrap yourself in one of our authentic Basotho Blankets which is yours for the day. Our first stop is Himeville, at the base of the mountain, where you’ll climb into a rugged 4x4. Time to embark on the steep climb up the scenic and daunting Sani Pass. Get your passport stamped at the border and head into no-mans-land which connects South Africa to Lesotho. Once you enter into Lesotho your guide will introduce you to a Basotho village before a bucketlist lunch (own cost) at Africa’s highest pub. Time to head down the mountain for your drive back to Durban. TRAVEL VISA — Travellers are required to check whether they require a travel visa to enter Lesotho. If you require a visa it is your responsibility to acquire the necessary visa prior to the tour. Wild Routes Africa is in no way responsible for any traveller that is refused entry into Lesotho.

Ever wanted to witness the African Big 5 then this has to be one of the very best Parks in South Africa. With more than 14 years of experience within the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park we are sure to rather exceed than meet your expectations. Each Game Ranger has years of experience within the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park and will undoubtedly get you to the very best areas within it. Sit back and enjoy this magnificent Half Day Big 5 Safari.

Experience the African night with its magnificent skies and the possibility of nocturnal species such as ant-bear (aardvark), leopard, genets, night jars and a host of smaller creatures.  The night also allows one the opportunity to use other senses and to relax to the sounds and aroma of Africa.

Immerse yourself into the rural community of the Lebombo mountains and enjoy a memorable walk with remarkable views, while learning about rural Zulu customs and living as it is today.  this walk is a cultural treat and allows for interaction with the people of the area, as well as gives a greater in

Depart from Ghost Mountain Inn for a 4 hour walk amongst beauty, myth and history in a hike to the top of the Ghost Mountain (Tshaneni) and take in the expansive view of the area, including the battlegrounds of the 1884 Battle of Tshaneni.

Spoil the senses to a remarkable fig forest walk as you explore the spellbinding beauty of natural Africa.  Although the Fig Forest Walk is only about two hours long, the walk itself is situated deep in the uMkhuze Game Reserve so the activity includes a game drive to and from the walk.

uMkhuze harbours an astonishing diversity of habitats ranging from the eastern slopes of the Lebombo Mountains to stretches of rolling acacia savannah, swamps, woodlands and riverine forest.  Wildlife includes black and white rhino, elephant, giraffe, leopard, cheetah, buffalo.

uMkhuze harbours an astonishing diversity of habitats ranging from the eastern slopes of the Lebombo Mountains to stretches of rolling acacia savannah, swamps, woodlands and riverine forest.  Wildlife includes black and white rhino, elephant, giraffe, leopard, cheetah, buffalo.

Far from city lights, crowds, and other travelers, this scenic drive takes you into the Lebombo Mountains where you can immerse yourself in rural Africa. Booking a private tour ensures you get the experience all to yourself, making it great for families or a romantic getaway. Plus, unlike on a group tour, you can pick the departure and return times, enabling you to catch the sunset overlooking Lake Jozini.

Departing from Ghost Mountain Inn on a unique 4 hour experience and one of authenticity, the Myeni Cultural Experience includes a visit to a local homestead as well as the chance to interact with members of the Myeni family. Sampling of traditional food and drink on request.

The mountain kingdom of Lesotho is out-of-this world for its sheer mountain beauty. Combine that with its unique culture where the people have combined a 21st approach to certain day-to-day activities whilst holding onto their culturally unique way-of-life and it blends into an amazing experience. Our guests are often visiting Lesotho whilst on holiday in South Africa. We have perfected a 3-day tour which incorporates many of the top things to do in Lesotho, despite being on a time budget. Of course, Lesotho has even more amazing things to do and see, but we feel that this tour has become a favourite because it packs so much into just 3 days of overland in Lesotho! Sani Pass, Lesotho Cultural Immersion, Drakensberg Bushmen Paintings, Dinosaur Footprints, Modern-day Cave Dwellers and Semonkong.

Immerse yourself in the culture and landscape of Lesotho during this private overnight tour. Get way off the beaten path; after completing the hair-raising ride up the Sani Pass, continue on to the village of Mokhotlong, where you'll learn about the culture of the Basotho people and the history of the country. Your overnight stay at the Sani Mountain Lodge includes all meals, and your guide is dedicated to your private party, providing commentary and answering questions throughout your travels.

Explore the “Kingdom in the Sky” This tour will take you up Sani Pass and further on into a village in the Mountain Kingdom, called Mokhotlong, allowing you to explore more of Lesotho in just a day! It’s the perfect mix of nature, culture and history; enjoy Lesotho’s natural flora and fauna, driving past Lesotho’s highest peak, dive into the culture of the Basotho people in this historical trading post and take a peek into history by getting to see the beautiful old buildings that pack lots of history into this small village. Lesotho is the only country in the world that is in its entirety above 1000m in elevation, making this an experience that you cannot enjoy anywhere else in the world! This tour ticks all these boxes – nature, culture and history – all in Lesotho, all in one day.