What is Big 5 Night Game Drive
The tour is called the Big 5, as Hluhluwe is home to the Big 5 animals which are rhino, buffalo, elephant, leopard and lion. Not only is Hluhluwe a Big 5 park but it’s the oldest game reserve in Africa. With a one night stay you experience a night game drive in an open vehicle and a chance to get up close with animals on an early morning two and a half hour safari walk.
Day 1
General Times:
10:00 depart from Richards Bay
12:00 Arrive at Hilltop Camp
12:15 Ala Carte Lunch
14:00 Check-in at Hilltop
16:45 Night game drive in an open vehicle
20:00 Buffet Dinner
Tour Details:
At 10:00 we depart from Richards Bay to travel north to Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve.
We arrive at Hilltop Camp at 12h00. Between 12:15 to 14:00 we relax, lunch and unwind with the view of Hluhluwe’s rolling hills. After which we will check-in, have some leisure time before we get ready for our Hluhluwe night drive. At 16:50 we meet at reception and depart at 17:00 on our Hluhluwe night drive. We search for night predators on the prowl, other nocturnal animals and enjoy the evening drive. We also get to observe the behaviour of animals at night. Dinner and evening at leisure.
Day 2
General Times:
04:50 Morning Safari Walk
08:15 English Breakfast
10:00 Check-out
10:30 Depart back to Richards Bay
Tour Details:
At 05:50 we meet at reception and set off on a 2.5 hour morning bush walk at 06:00. Walking in Hluhluwe Game Reserve is an amazing experience as you are searching for animals on foot. The walking trail gives you an opportunity to feel the thrill of viewing game on foot. This is the closest we will ever get to wildlife.
After our walk it’s time for breakfast, pack and head back to reality.
Big 5 Night Game Drive Notes:
Included in the Big 5 Overnight Safari:
- Transfers to and from Hluhluwe Game Reserve (Richards Bay)
- Dinner and breakfast
- 1 Night Stay at the Hilltop Camp
- 3 Hour Night Drive
- 2.5 hour Safari Walk
- • An experienced guide to give you the best safari experience