Is it possible not to take the flight to Durban (from Cape Town)? Then I'll stay in Cape Town and my journey will end there.

I'm a little confused by your request. From what I understand, you do not want to take a flight from Durban to Cape Town, but you would still like to stay in Cape Town after Thula Thula Game Reserve Experience 3Day/2nights. Could you please clarify so I can better assist you?

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Operator: Across Africa Tours & Travel
Safari: Get up close with wildlife in the heart of nature
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 8
Ages 8+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Richards Bay to Thula Thula Game Reserve
Start point
Durban Harbour North Pier, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (Durban Port)
Meals
Lunch (Three course meal at the lodge), Dinner
Accommodation
Lodge (Elephant Lodge Safari standard room or similar )
Included Activities
- 2-hour game drive through Thula Thula Game Reserve with experienced ranger
- Visit to traditional Zulu village with local &Beyond guide
- Tour of authentic rural Zulu homestead
- Interaction with sangoma (traditional healer and witch doctor) to learn about Zulu spiritual beliefs
Landmarks
Thula Thula Game Reserve
Richards Bay Port
Day 2
St. Lucia Estuary and Game Drive
Meals
Lunch (Served at 13h00), Dinner (African-style buffet dinner in the boma around the fire)
Accommodation
Lodge (Elephant Lodge Safari standard room or similar )
Included Activities
- 2-hour St. Lucia Estuary boat cruise with educational commentary on birdlife and wildlife
- Afternoon game drive
- African-style buffet dinner in the boma
Landmarks
iSimangaliso/Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park
St. Lucia Estuary
Day 3
Departure to Cape Town
End point
Durban Harbour North Pier, Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (Durban Port)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Early morning game drive at 06h30
Optional Activities
- Table Mountain tickets
Landmarks
King Shaka International Airport
Table Mountain

Landmarks
Thula Thula Game Reserve
Richards Bay Port

Landmarks
iSimangaliso/Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park
St. Lucia Estuary

Landmarks
King Shaka International Airport
Table Mountain

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Erin
Asked on September 12th, 2025
Is it possible not to take the flight to Durban (from Cape Town)? Then I'll stay in Cape Town and my journey will end there.
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- Across Africa Tours & TravelOperator•Written September 2025
  I'm a little confused by your request. From what I understand, you do not want to take a flight from Durban to Cape Town, but you would still like to stay in Cape Town after Thula Thula Game Reserve Experience 3Day/2nights. Could you please clarify so I can better assist you?

From

US $1,264 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

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Tour ID: 228602

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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for South Africa. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for South Africa. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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- For any tour departing before July 26th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 26th, 2026, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Across Africa Tours & Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 100 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Thula Thula Game Reserve Experience 3Day/2nights

Itinerary

Richards Bay to Thula Thula Game Reserve

Included Activities

St. Lucia Estuary and Game Drive

Included Activities

Departure to Cape Town

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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