Hluhluwe Backpackers

We are the closest spot (1km) to the Hluhluwe/Imfolozi National Park! For the best 4x4 open vehicle game drives, visit Hluhluwe Backpackers!! We call the Big 5 our neighbours and enjoy a stunning 360 degree view onto the surrounding hills of Zululand and the mountains of the National Park!!

We offer a very warm and homely atmosphere in a unique and peaceful environment. Our main house has 3 comfortable double and 2 x 4-bed dorm rooms, with shared bathroom facilities. The kitchen is very well equipped with all cutlery, crockery, utensils, gas stoves, a fridge and freezer and a microwave. If you are not in the mood for cooking, we can spoil you with one of our tasty meals! The lounge/dining and reception area, the Park Pub (with cold beers and a variety of drinks) large garden area with a big boma, braai (bbq) and outside dining areas, offer you ample space to relax!

Also on offer is a chalet, 3 stationery parked caravans and lots of camping space - all under the shade of Marula and other indigenous trees! Excellent ablution facilities are close-by. Our self-catering kitchen and Boma/Braai (BBQ) area is there for your use.

We recommend you to join us on one of our open-vehicle game drives into the National Park, conducted by a professional Field Guide. On offer is a 3,and 6 hour and a full-day drive. The latter includes lunch at the 4-star Hillside Top Camp restaurant. Extras include fire shows, Zulu dancing, star gazing, bird watching, trips to St Lucia Estuary and surrounding areas including rural Zulu Villages, etc.

*Rates for the game drives and camping sites are available on request.