Hluhluwe is on the east coast of South Africa, a small village in Zululand but a tourism magnet thanks to its proximity to the country's oldest game reserve.
There is plentiful accommodation in and around Hluhluwe because it draws so many tourists to its varied game and wildlife reserves and parks. There are some stunning safari and game hotels for an upmarket experience but with a sense of wild Africa never far away, and many other types of good quality accommodation.
Top Things to do and see in Hluhluwe
Go on safari in South Africa's oldest game park, Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve, and catch a glimpse of the big beasts that stalk the savannah.
The Zululand Rhino Reserve is a haven for the at-risk population of black rhinoceros and visitors will also see many other animals and birds.
Visit DumaZulu Traditional Village and learn about the cultural life and traditions of the Zulu people.
Hluhluwe Hotels
Some of the best experiences to be found when staying in Hluhluwe accommodation will be in the various game hotels in the game reserves, because visitors are then right on top of the African wildlife, bush and savannah that are key parts of the tourist experience. Yet there are many other comfortable offerings, such as cheap hotels in Hluhluwe, guesthouses, self-catering units and bed and breakfast accommodation, so one can be spoilt for choice.
The Great Outdoors
Visitors come to Hluhluwe to explore the wide open spaces of the area's game reserves and are unlikely to be disappointed. Hiuhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve is where the Big Five occur, these being the wild animals that everyone wants to see in Africa: lions, rhinos, giraffes, leopards and buffalo. Carefully placed hides and knowledgeable guides offer every opportunity for those on safari to see these iconic creatures.