St. Lucia Wetland Park

OVERVIEW

Marvel at South Africa’s abundant bird and wildlife species during this scenic cruise in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site for its enormous ecological value. Drive north to the breathtaking iSimangaliso Wetland Park, where you’ll board a boat for a leisurely, approximately two-hour cruise on Lake Saint Lucia, Southern Africa’s largest estuarine lake, which covers an area of approximately 217 square miles. Keep a sharp eye out for bird-rich islands that are home to thousands of feeding pelicans, waders and other waterfowl that comprise the more than 526 different avian species who call the wetlands home. Catch sight of the basking and nesting sites of the famed Nile crocodile as well as the hippos that thrive in the estuary, and discover that this is the greatest confluence of both of these creatures to be found in South Africa. You’re sure to cherish your time spent amid the natural wonders and teeming wildlife of this splendid region.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Embark on a boat for an approximately two-hour exploration of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Cruise on ecologically vital Lake Saint Lucia, Southern Africa’s largest estuarine lake.
• Glimpse pelicans, waders and myriad other varieties of the wetland’s 526 avian species.
• See Nile crocodiles sunning themselves on the bank or hippos peeking out of the water.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Wear casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring a hat, sunglasses, binoculars and sunscreen.