🇿🇦 On Safari in South Africa: Babanango & Zululand
Experience the magic of a South Africa safari holiday in the heart of Zululand. This unforgettable 10-day adventure combines Big Five wildlife, spectacular landscapes, Zulu culture and fascinating history, with an immersive stay at Babanango Game Reserve.
From exciting open-air game drives and a guided bush walk to historic battlefields, traditional Zulu experiences, stargazing and evenings around the fire, this is far more than a wildlife holiday. It’s a South Africa safari experience combining wildlife, culture and adventure, with flights, accommodation, meals, excursions and transfers included.
Discover the wild heart of Zululand
Experience the magic of South Africa on safari with an unforgettable journey into the heart of KwaZulu-Natal and the spectacular landscapes of Zululand.
This 10-day adventure combines incredible wildlife, fascinating Zulu heritage and beautiful African scenery, with the chance to experience the Big Five in their natural environment.
A highlight is Babanango Game Reserve, one of South Africa’s exciting newer safari destinations. Covering more than 20,000 hectares, this remarkable reserve is part of an ambitious conservation and rewilding project and is now home to the Big Five alongside an impressive variety of other wildlife.
🐘 A safari experience to remember
Set out on game drives in search of elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo and leopard, while taking in the changing landscapes of Zululand.
But this isn’t simply about ticking animals off a list. There’s something special about being out in the African bush as the sun rises, listening to the sounds of the wilderness and watching wildlife behave naturally in its surroundings.
The region also has a fascinating cultural and historical heritage, with deep connections to Zulu history and some of South Africa’s most significant historic battlefields nearby.
✈️ At a glance
- 10 days
- Flights included
- Departing from Heathrow
- 15 excursions & visits included
- 20 meals included
- Dates available: September 2027 – December 2028
💚 Your South Africa safari starts here
From the excitement of your first game drive to the unforgettable landscapes of Zululand, this is a wonderful introduction to the wildlife and culture of South Africa.
From £3,820ppWas £4,495pp
Price and availability are subject to change.
🐘 What’s Included
This Premier safari is designed to make your time in South Africa as easy and immersive as possible, with accommodation, meals, wildlife experiences, excursions, transfers and expert guidance all included.
🏡 Seven Nights at Valley Lodge
Stay for seven nights at the four-star Valley Lodge, an intimate homestead-style property within Babanango Game Reserve.
The lodge offers a comfortable base surrounded by the African bush, with an all-inclusive stay and plenty of opportunities to relax between safari adventures.
Your accommodation is full board, with:
- 7 breakfasts
- 6 lunches
- 7 dinners
- All-inclusive bar service from 10am–10pm, excluding premium brands
There are also first-class lodge facilities and optional excursions available locally, subject to availability.
🦁 11 Game Drives
Safari is at the heart of this adventure, with 11 open-air game drives included in Babanango Game Reserve.
Early-morning and afternoon drives give you the chance to experience the bush at different times of day, when wildlife activity can be particularly rewarding.
Keep watch for the Big Five, along with the reserve’s diverse birdlife and other wildlife that makes the Babanango bushveld its home.
🚶 Guided Bush Walk
Go beyond the game vehicle with a guided wildlife bush walk, accompanied by an experienced wildlife specialist.
Walking through the reserve offers a completely different perspective, allowing you to look more closely at animal tracks, plants, insects and the smaller details of the African bush.
Please note: the minimum age for the bush walk is 16.
🌌 Stargazing & Sundowners
Experience the African wilderness after dark with an included stargazing experience, while selected game drives offer the opportunity to enjoy a traditional South African sundowner against Babanango’s spectacular landscapes. (Newmarket Holidays)
🎶 Zulu Culture & Cuisine
Safari isn’t the only experience on this journey.
An included cultural evening brings the traditions and heritage of the Zulu people to life through locally inspired food, live music, dance and fireside storytelling.
🏛️ Zululand Battlefields
Step away from the wildlife for a fascinating journey into South Africa’s history with an included KwaZulu-Natal battlefields excursion.
Visit:
- Isandlwana, site of one of the most significant battles of the Anglo-Zulu War
- Rorke’s Drift, another important battlefield with a remarkable story
- Nqutu Ridge, with panoramic views across the surrounding Zululand landscape
A local guide brings the history of these important sites to life.
✈️ Flights, Transfers & Expert Escort
Your holiday also includes:
- Return flights to Durban
- Comfortable, air-conditioned transfers throughout
- Two nights on the aircraft as part of the flight schedule
- A friendly and experienced Premier Collection tour manager
- Dedicated wildlife specialist
- All mandatory local taxes and charges
Want something different? We can also create a tailor-made South Africa safari around your interests — combining wildlife with Cape Town, the Garden Route, the Winelands, beaches or other African experiences.
Ask Discover the Frog Adventure Travel about creating your perfect South Africa adventure. 🐘🦁🌍
