{"id":6844,"date":"2019-02-22T10:01:44","date_gmt":"2019-02-22T10:01:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isibindi.co.za\/?p=6844"},"modified":"2023-04-03T05:41:27","modified_gmt":"2023-04-03T05:41:27","slug":"we-have-tried-to-design-the-perfect-bush-beach-forest-trip-for-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rhinoridge.co.za\/we-have-tried-to-design-the-perfect-bush-beach-forest-trip-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"We have designed the perfect trip for you"},"content":{"rendered":"

Isibindi Africa Lodges know and love Northern KwaZulu-Natal with a care that extends well beyond duty. Passionate about local communities, pristine natural land and creating fun, relaxing and romantic holiday experiences, here is a suggested short trip plan for you. In it we have tried to bring you the best of beach, forest and bush in this safari and coastal holiday. With so much to do, your only regret will be not having booked for longer at each hand-picked location in this other-worldly paradise in South Africa.<\/p>\n

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Rhino seen from Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge and photographed by ranger Jason Kipling<\/p><\/div>\n

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Day 1 \u2013 Travel up to Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Depart from King Shaka and head North<\/p>\n

Do a safari drive through Eastern or Western Shores of iSimangaliso Wetland Park.<\/p>\n

Enjoy a picnic lunch in iSimangaliso Wetland Park<\/p>\n

Drive up through Mfolozi-Hluhluwe Big 5 Park<\/p>\n

Arrive at Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge<\/p>\n

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Hyena sibling puppies playing in the morning light<\/p><\/div>\n

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Day 2 \u2013 Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wake early for coffee and rusks<\/p>\n

Join the early morning game viewing drive<\/p>\n

Arrive back at Rihino Ridge Safari Lodge for a hearty brunch<\/p>\n

Book a treatment at the fabulous spa<\/p>\n

Join a Rhino Walking Safari or Zulu Homestay or visit<\/p>\n

Enjoy a sumptuous meal overlooking the vast Park<\/p>\n

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The golden glow of outdoor fires at the glamorous Rhino Ridge Safari Lodge<\/p><\/div>\n

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Day 3 \u2013 Travel North to Kosi Forest Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wake early again for coffee and rusks<\/p>\n

Join the early morning game viewing drive<\/p>\n

Arrive back at Rihino Ridge Safari Lodge for a hearty brunch<\/p>\n

Drive further North through Hluhluwe Park to Kosi Foest Lodge<\/p>\n

Arrange a 4×4 transfer to Kosi Forest Lodge<\/p>\n

Settle into the gentle forest with dinner at the open Boma fire<\/p>\n

Enjoy a bath by lamplight under open African skies<\/p>\n

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Bathe under open night skies at Kosi Forest Lodge<\/p><\/div>\n

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Day 4 –  Kosi Forest Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wake early for a guided canoe glide through the Raffia forested river area<\/p>\n

Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast<\/p>\n

Take a 4×4 trip to the far North Kosi Bay for snorkelling and a picnic lunch<\/p>\n

Or go on a full day boat trip with picnic lunch exploring Kosi Lake System (weather permitting)<\/p>\n

Go on a guided forest walk through the Raffia Palm Forest or sip your favourite drink from the pool overlooking the Kosi Lakes<\/p>\n

Enjoy dinner by oil lamp at the lodge<\/p>\n

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Day 5  – Travel South to Thonga Beach Lodge <\/strong><\/p>\n

Sleep late and wake to the sound of birdsong<\/p>\n

Take a slow breakfast at the lodge<\/p>\n

Travel South tor Thonga Beach, collecting a 4×4 transfer to Thonga Beach Lodge<\/p>\n

Appreciate a light lunch which is full of flavour and tropical colour<\/p>\n

Book a treatment at the calm spa<\/p>\n

Have sundowners at Lake Sibaya<\/p>\n

Have a romantic dinner at the open deck to the sounds of the sea<\/p>\n

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Day 6 – Thonga Beach Lodge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join the early morning guided snorkelling<\/p>\n

Enjoy a hearty beach breakfast<\/p>\n

Visit the local school and community<\/p>\n

Go on a guided forest walk, or enjoy the afternoon at the beautiful beach<\/p>\n

Join other guests for drinks and snacks at the open bar, followed by dinner on the deck or at the beach<\/p>\n

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Mabibi School pupils making creative use of new art supplies – image by Pie Blight<\/p><\/div>\n

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Day 7 \u2013 Travel back South<\/strong><\/p>\n

Join the early morning still Lake Sibaya kayaking outing<\/p>\n

Appreciate your last breakfast in this magnificent setting<\/p>\n

Depart for the 4×4 transfer to Coastal Cashews and drive or get a transfer back to King Shaka Airport by late afternoon<\/p>\n

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To book your holiday, please contact us at reservations@isibindi.co.za<\/a>. We are happy to advise you and arrange all transfers between lodges. Most of the activities listed above are free, and others may be pre-booked in advance, weather permitting.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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