Greater St. Lucia Wetlands Park

The Greater St. Lucia Wetlands Park, [1] is one of the most diverse region in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province. It is also an UNESCO World Heritage site and very popular with tourists.

Culture and History

History

Landscape

Flora and fauna

Climate

Travel to Greater_St._Lucia_Wetlands_Park, visa requirements

Follow the N2 from Durban northwards. You will have to turn right after around 250km, 50km before the town of Hluhluwe. The town of St Lucia is more or less the entrance to the park.

Fees/Permits

Get around

Greater_St._Lucia_Wetlands_Park attractions and sightseeing

City tours

• Go on a boat cruise to see hippos and the wetlands.
• Crocodile Park
• Cape Vidal
• Whale-watching
• Snorkeling
• Horse rides
• Hiking

Shopping, Greater_St._Lucia_Wetlands_Park souvenirs

Good restaurants and cheap meals

• The town of St. Lucia offers a number of restaurants.

Greater_St._Lucia_Wetlands_Park nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs.

Hotels, youth hostels, lodging

Lalapanzi Guesthouse is a three-star guesthouse, set in a beautiful garden. Rates are from R260 per person sharing, including breakfast. The Guest House is situated in the last street of St. Lucia, bordering the KwaZulu Natal Park, away from the main street's hustle and bustle. Contact them on +27 (0)35 590 1167.

Lodging

Camping

Backcountry

Stay safe

Get out

• Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park - famous for its rhino density. Circa 60km north.
• Durban

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