Must-see attractions in iSimangaliso Wetland Park

  • Crystal clear water at the Kosi Bay mouth.

    Kosi Bay

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    Just south of the border of Mozambique is Kosi Bay, located within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. The coastal lakes and estuary that make up the area are…

  • The remote coastline of Sodwana Bay in northern KwaZulu Natal, South Africa.

    Sodwana Bay

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    Caught between dense forest and pristine sands you'll find Sodwana Bay, a well-loved vacation destination for locals and tourists alike. Popular…

  • Elephants roam in uMkhuze Game Reserve.

    uMkhuze Game Reserve

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    It doesn't have the flashy name recognition of Hluhluwe-iMfolozi or Tembe, but uMkhuze is a hidden gem of a reserve. Lions were introduced in 2014, but…

  • Western Shores

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    The region northwest of St Lucia Estuary is called the Western Shores, and comprises two stunning lakeside spots, known as Fani’s Island (closed to…

  • Eastern Shores

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    The four scenic routes in the Eastern Shores – pan, vlei (marshland), coastal dune and grassland – each reflect their different features and ecosystems…

  • Cape Vidal

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    If you ask anyone in the know what to see in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park they'll most likely suggest Cape Vidal. Some of the forested sand dunes here…

  • Mission Rocks

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    Mission Rocks is a rugged and rock-covered shoreline known for the rock pools that have a fabulous array of sea life on view during low tide. It's…

  • Mt Tabor Lookout

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    Hikers should head to the Mt Tabor lookout, where three trail loops lead to spectacular views of Lake St Lucia and the Indian Ocean. It's about 4km before…

  • Bats Cave

    iSimangaliso Wetland Park

    At low tide you can walk the 5km from Mission Rocks to this bat-filled cave.

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