Isinkwe Safaris Bush Camp

If you can’t get enough of the African wildlife, you don’t have to call it a day just yet… Start off by heading to UNESCO World Heritage Site iSimangaliso Wetland Park (45 minutes’ drive away) on the shores of St Lucia lake for self-drive game viewing, estuary boat cruises and spiffy beaches at Cape Vidal, then continue to the small town of St Lucia for hippo and crocodile tours and some top-notch whale watching. Explore the vibe of the area with a stop at DumaZulu Cultural Village, about a minute from base, where you’ll get a feel for the Zulu way of life – watch the traditional dances, hear the infectious drums beating time, and pick up some homemade crafts as fab souvenirs of your stay. You can also have a slightly different traditional experience with a trip to the Zamimpilo Craft Market, less than 10 minutes away, or snap up more Zulu crafts from Ilala Weavers (15 minutes). For active days in nature, make the 25-minute jaunt to False Bay Nature Reserve for walks and picnics, or go further afield to Sodwana Bay for scuba diving, snorkelling and watersports.