Travel and transport agencies Hluhluwe

Set on the edge of a wooded hill, Hilltop Resort is the pride of Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and is a three-hour drive north of Durban via the N2. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi is a premier park, home to the "Big Five": lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. Its rich vegetation, grasslands and forests support a wide variety of other wildlife. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park lies at the heart of "old Zululand" and is rich in history dating back to the Iron Age and the heyday of King Shaka's Zulu kingdom. The park is home to many historic sites. This fascinating game reserve covers 96,000 hectares and comprises the Hluhluwe and iMfolozi game reserves. The Corridor Game Reserve, created in 1989, links the two older parks. The Centenary Centre, easily accessible from Hilltop, offers guided access to the game capture complex, as well as a game capture interpretation center, a community-run craft market and a refreshment kiosk. Hilltop is the oldest resort in KwaZulu-Natal and offers a wide variety of accommodation.

Protected by the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this area offers incredible natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Visitors can enjoy scuba diving, surfing, snorkeling, fishing or simply relax on the tranquil beaches. The surrounding game reserves also offer the chance to spot the Big Five. The region is also renowned for its incredible birdwatching and rich Zulu culture. Visitors can discover Zulu culture and learn new ways of life by visiting a food forest. Carlos, the lodge owner, offers accommodation in a large tent located in a food forest, with cooking facilities and running water. There is also plenty of space to relax and a swimming pool. Volunteers are invited to help with ecological projects, gardening, construction, animal care, general maintenance and welcoming tourists. Volunteers can work up to 3 to 5 hours a day, 5 days a week.