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The iSimangaliso Wetland Park was listed as South Africa’s first World Heritage Site in December 1999 in recognition of its superlative natural beauty and unique global values.

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iSimangaliso Wetland Park is a huge protected area along the coast of South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal Province. The park's centrepiece is the vast Lake St. Lucia, home to large numbers of hippos, crocodiles, pelicans and flamingos.

Deep Sea Fishing Warm currents and deep ocean trenches make the waters off the iSimangaliso coast ideal for game fishing

Estuary Boat Cruises See hippo and crocodiles in their natural habitat from the comfort of a custom-built passenger ferry.

Game Drives Licensed operators offer guided tours across all sections of the Park. See the Big 5 and much more.

Guided Walks Explore the Park's splendour at your own pace under the guidance of an experienced ranger.

Horse Riding Take a tour of iSimangaliso's unspoiled beaches or explore its game reserve on horseback.

Scuba Diving Discover the underwater wonders of the Indian Ocean with world-class diving opportunities.

Turtle Watching Witness the magical nesting process of loggerhead and leatherback turtles during season.

Bird Watching Over 500 bird species call iSimangaliso home, including rare and endemic species.

Cultural Tours Learn about the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the local Zulu communities.

Kayak Adventures Paddle through pristine estuaries and coastal waters for an intimate nature experience.

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iSimangaliso Wetland Park is a huge protected area along the coast of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal Province. The park’s centrepiece is the vast Lake St. Lucia, home to large numbers of hippos, crocodiles, pelicans and flamingos.

Western Shores & Charters Creek

It is here that four of the Big Five - elephant, rhino, buffalo and leopard<...

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False Bay

False Bay is the widest section of Lake St Lucia, lies between the Nibela Peninsula to the north and...

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uMkhuze

Where Birds, Beasts & Ancient Forests Meet

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Lake St Lucia

Lake St Lucia owns a sense of place like no other – one of the most abundant, naturally-endowed an...

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Kosi Bay

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Eastern Shores & Cape Vidal

The Best of Beach and Bush

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Lake Sibaya

Lake Sibaya is home to KwaZulu-Natal’s second largest population of hippo and crocodiles. It is an...

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Maphelane

At the southern gateway to iSimangaliso Wetland Park lies Maphelane, a tranquil retreat where South ...

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Sodwana Bay is one of the crown jewels o...

The bay is home to the southernmost coral reefs on Earth, which flourish in warm Indian Ocean currents and support an astonishing marine biodiversity.

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Sodwana Bay

Sodwana Bay is one of the crown jewels of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and is internationally acclaimed...

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ST LUCIA

WEATHER

Overcast Clouds

24°C

MANGUZI

WEATHER

Overcast Clouds

23°C

MBAZWANA

WEATHER

Light Rain

23°C

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15 Oct 2025

RichardB

@RicardoBowie

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

A truly stunning and natural environment. iSimangaliso Wetland Park is a natural treasure of epic proportions. A 2-3 hours drive from Durban takes you to a piece of nature that has been frozen in time and preserved.

15 Oct 2025

Mauro Ghilardi

Rome, Italy 695 contributions

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

We did the whole park including the small detours and we were very lucky: we saw elephants, water buffalo, a leopard!!!, rhinos!!!!, an incredible amount of birds, warthogs, dikdiks and other animals whose names we do not know (but see photos). Truly an incredible experience

15 Oct 2025

lesley0271

@lesley0271

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cape Vidal is a must visit and offers beautiful and safe snorkelling during low tide! En-route from St Lucia we saw wild animals en enjoyed the various viewing loops the park has to offer.

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Here are the latest updates and announcements from the iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority to help you keep up to date with our ever-changing environment and park.

19 October 2025

CAPE VIDAL RE-OPENED TO VISITORS

Clearing of the road to Cape VidalToday 31 October 2023 iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority announced...

31 October 2023

iSIMANGALISO GEF-7 CONDUCTED SCOOPING EXERCISE

iSimangaliso Wetland Park Global Environment Facility 7 (GEF-7) team took an initiative to do a...

25 September 2025

Conserving Rhinos for the Current and Future Generations

FOR IMMEDIATE REALESE23 SEPTEMBER 2025 CONSERVING RHINOS FOR THE CURRENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS The iSimangaliso...

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Unforgettable ExperiencesFor the WholeFamily

Explore NatureDiscoverAdventure

Wildlife EncountersMemorableMoments

Our Why

The iSimangaliso Wetland Park was listed as South Africa’s first World Heritage Site in December 1999 in recognition of its superlative natural beauty and unique global values.

Your place of Miracle And Wonder

Awaits Explore

Discover Our 10 Jewels

Western Shores & Charters Creek

Western Shores & Charters Creek

False Bay

False Bay

uMkhuze

uMkhuze

Lake St Lucia

Lake St Lucia

Kosi Bay

Kosi Bay

Eastern Shores & Cape Vidal

Eastern Shores & Cape Vidal

Lake Sibaya

Lake Sibaya

Maphelane

Maphelane

Sodwana Bay is one of the crown jewels o...

Sodwana Bay

Sodwana Bay

Weather Information

Weather Forecast:Plan Your Visit

ST LUCIA

MANGUZI

MBAZWANA

What Our Customers

Are Saying: Testimonials

RichardB

Mauro Ghilardi

lesley0271

Latest News:

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CAPE VIDAL RE-OPENED TO VISITORS

iSIMANGALISO GEF-7 CONDUCTED SCOOPING EXERCISE

Conserving Rhinos for the Current and Future Generations

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Unforgettable Experiences
For the Whole
Family

Explore Nature
Discover
Adventure

Wildlife Encounters
Memorable
Moments

Weather Forecast:
Plan Your Visit