Plan your Trip to St Lucia South Africa
St Lucia KwaZulu Natal, lies within South Africa's very first world heritage site, iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Let us assist you in planning your next trip to St Lucia South Africa, 2025 -26
We have some incredible Travel Tips, Travel Advice and ofcourse include the Top Tourist Atractions while visiting St Lucia for the first time. Let us assist you in a planning the perfect Trip to St Lucia South Africa.
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Plan your Trip to St Lucia South Africa - Getting Here
St Lucia is situated in the Northern part of KwaZulu-Natal. Traveling from Durban it is approximately 250 km on the N2. Turn of once you see the Mtubatuba sign and then continue past you will see signs saying St Lucia. From Mtubatuba to St Lucia is approximately 28 km.
Plan your Trip to St Lucia South Africa - Wildlife & Accommodation
St Lucia, KwaZulu Natal South Africa is no ordinary destination, with it's 800 Hippos wandering, 1200 Nile Crocodiles basking and abundance of Birdlife, this is without a doubt no ordinary destination.
As the seasons change one may also encounter wildlife species such as Humpback Whales as they migrate past our shores, or watch as LeatherBack and LoggerHead Turtles return to our shores to lay their eggs.
St Lucia is a small quaint village with less than 1000 permanent residents that share this area equally with its wildlife.
St Lucia however due to its popularity does however offer a unqiue assortment of accommodation one that will suit each budget and taste.
St Lucia Wildlife
Did you know that it is estimated that St Lucia has of the most Free-Roaming Wildlife in South Africa?
St Lucia Accommodation
No matter your budget, St Lucia offers it all, from 5-Star Lodges to Budget Accommodation.
Plan your Trip to St Lucia South Africa - Day Tours & Safaris
Should you be overnighting in St Lucia or merely popping in for the day, we still have numerous Tours & Safaris that you could enjoy. Surrounded by National Parks including both the Eastern Shores and Western Shores you are in for an absolute treat wildlife wise.
Should you plan to visit St Lucia for the day, then why not jump onto a Hippo Boat Cruise, these two hour excursions guarantee 100% Hippo sightings and they are without a doubt one of the Top Tourist Attractions in St Lucia. Or why not plan a trip into the Eastern Shores (iSimangaliso Wetland Park) for the day. This is one of the only parks in Africa to offer you the best of both worlds, both bush and beach activities.
Plan your St Lucia Day Tour or Safari
Herewith is a comprehensive list of Day Tours & Safaris for you to start planning for.
St Lucia's Top Tourist Atraction - Hippo Boat Trips
Experience Upclose sightings of these magnificent Hippos while out on the St Lucia Estuary. Book Online Now
Plan your Trip to St Lucia South Africa - Getting Around, St Lucia Road Map
Navigating St Lucia is easy and conveniant. With only one main street, Mckenzie Street. All roads behind the main street are residential and one will make use of these when traveling to the beach.
The Map also indicates all of the Walking trails that one may enjoy in the area. For information on Walking Trails Click Here.
Plan your Trip to St Lucia South Africa - Fancy some Camping?
If you are an avid camper, then you might be interested in two of these lovely campsites namely the SugarLoaf Campsite situated within St Lucia or alternatively the Cape Vidal Campsite set inside of the Eastern Shores of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park.
Should you be planning on any of the above campsites then we would suggest that you contact the relevant authorities well in advance as the spots do fill up quickly especially over the school holidays.
Like something absolutely amazing? Why not have a look at some of our magnificent Overnight Safari Packages? This takes alot less planning as you will be able to just relax and enjoy the very best that the area has to offer on numerous Safaris and Tours including accommodation.
For the Full-List of Overnight Safari Packages please Click Here.
Visit the oldest proclaimed game reserve in Africa the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park. For the Best Family Safari from St Lucia SA into the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park departing daily, Book Here.
St Lucia has numerous tropical fruit vendors as well as curio craft markets. Enjoy some tasty treats such as PineApples, Mangos, Avo's some of the largest that you may have ever seen , (Butter Avos). Maybe like to take some locally crafts home, well you will be surprised at the lovely quality thats for sale.
The tropical fruit market is open daily, and one will easily find it as it is on the main road (Mckenzie Street). Why not enjoy some delicious sweet pineapples or get some amazing avos.
There are numerous craft vendors and stalls, one of the best areas would be just past the St Lucia Ski Boat Club just before the Boardwalk.
Predominantly all restaurants are in the main street. Here one may enjoy steaks, grilled fresh fish, pizzas, crafted burgers and the list just go's on and on.
In the evenings one will hear the sounds of beating drums as the local Zulu Dancers preform, not to worry you will get to see these amazing dancers at the numerous restaurants.
For a meal with a lovely view why not head down to the St Lucia Ski Boat Club, they also make some incredible meals.
Would you like to learn some amazing and interesting Facts about our lovely Hippos? Click Here.
St Lucia's beaches are pristine to say the least. This is a sandy beach ideal for relaxing.
Cape Vidal is a bay with a rocky cove protecting it from the elements. Ideal for snorkeling at Low Tide.
We would suggest what it is that you would like to see most importantly, and then start from there. Different times of the year certain wildlife species are more viewable.
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Hippos are a natural occurence in the town and has been so for numerous years. Caution is always the best option when it comes to wildlife. Simpy put keep your distance from them.
We would recommend May and June as thiese two months are the nicest and quietest months. The weather is also absolutely perfect with its subtropical weather.
Less people also means that certain vendors will offer you certain discounts.
We truly do hope that this short post has given you some insight into planning your next trip to St Lucia & the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Should you have any additional questions then please do not hesitate in getting intouch with us.
Heritage Tours & Safaris offers multiple Day Tours as well as Overnight Safari Packages in St Lucia. We would be delighted should you like to join us. For some of our Latest TripAdvisor Reviews.
