How our trips work and why they are 'different'
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This is simple:
We have spent much time puzzling over our colleagues in St Lucia who all offer
pretty much the same safari product for practically the same price as each
other. If it’s a good product and it works, then so be it. We, however, thought
there would be a demand for a different product, an exclusive and luxurious,
custom-made product. Hence, Tailor Made Safaris day trips came into being. On our
day trips, you can:
More reasons to join us on a day safari:
In short, for a top-experience, book one of the day trips below! |
Luxury catering from Tailor Made Safaris
Only with us you can get real filter coffee!
And what about a champagne-breakfast in the bush?
Sushi is a delicious, fast and light meal.
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Day trips offered:
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Wetland game drive: Experience the beauty of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park’s Eastern Shores. This is a beautifully diverse and photogenic park on the coast, a mere five minute drive from St Lucia. You have a good chance of seeing hippos, buffalo, rhinos and whales! The game drive takes you through wetlands, grasslands, forested dunes and along lakes , the beach and the Indian Ocean. We will visit Mission Rocks, Bhangazi Lake, Cape Vidal and Catalina Bay. Plus, you will have time to enjoy the beach or snorkel! For more information about this park visit the Eastern Shores fact file link.
Daily departure at 6:00, expected return around 16:00. Remember, your safari is customised, so you determine the exact times. At your request we can arrange body boards and snorkel sets at no extra charge. The cost of the safari is all inclusive (entrance fees, private transport, private guide, lunch, breakfast, snacks and all drinks). Your breakfast is served at a beautiful spot overlooking the park, while lunch is usually served at or on the beach at Cape Vidal. Price per person: 5 or more people: R970- 3 or 4 people: R1150- 2 people: R1590- 1 person: R2850- Add R1500 per safari (not per person) should you prefer an open game viewer instead of our luxury closed vehicle. |
Guests enjoying our sushi-safari!
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Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Big 5 game drive: We are happy to take you on a luxurious private safari to the famous Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. In this park, you have a good chance of seeing lions, rhinos and elephants and, with a little luck, wild dogs, cheetah, hyaenas and a leopard. For more information about this park, visit the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi fact file link.
You will be collected from your accommodation in St Lucia at approximately 5:00 and the coffee will be waiting for you in the car. We spend the entire day in search of game and from 15:00 start heading to the park’s exit. Depending on your requirements, we get back to St Lucia between 16:00 and 18:00. The cost of this safari is all inclusive (entrance fees, private transport, private guide, lunch, breakfast, snacks and all drinks). Can you see yourself enjoying a champagne breakfast while overlooking the vast savanna? With Tailor Made Safaris it is possible! Price per person: 5 or more people: R1200- 3 or 4 people: R1420- 2 people: R1990- 1 person: R3650- Add R1500 per safari (not per person) should you prefer an open game viewer instead of our luxury closed vehicle. |
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Mkhuze Big 5 game drive: Like Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, all members of the Big 5 plus wild dogs, cheetah and hyaenas reside in Mkhuze Game Reserve. However, it is slightly further away and therefore slightly more expensive. Mkhuze is particularly suitable for those who have already visited Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park or for those who wish to focus on bird watching. In Mkhuze, it’s possible to ‘tick off’ 100 birds in one day. The big attraction at Mkhuze (in the winter months at least) is the world renowned kuMasinga Hide where many animals come to drink only a few metres away from you. And because our safaris are private, you are the one who decides how long we spend at the hide! Now that's luxury! Apart from the animal and birdlife, Mkhuze is scenically beautiful and the picturesque Nsumo Pan is definitely worth a visit. For more information about this park visit the Mkhuze Game Reserve fact file link.
Daily departure at 5:00, expected return around 16:00. Remember, your safari is customised, meaning you determine the exact times. This safari is all inclusive (entrance fees, transport, private guide, lunch, breakfast, snacks and all drinks). Price per person: 5 or more people: R1195- 3 or 4 people: R1450- 2 people: R2035- 1 person: R3730- Add R1500 per safari (not per person) should you prefer an open game viewer instead of our luxury closed vehicle. |
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Elephant and
cheetah interaction: A favorite among our guests! On this day trip you will
experience close encounters with wild elephants that you can touch! A wonderful
experience during which you will learn more about these intelligent animals.
After lunch you have some time for souvenir shopping at a souvenir market,
followed by an educational tour in the Emdoneni Cat
Sanctuary where you can stroke a cheetah!
Daily departure from St Lucia at 9:00, returning to your B&B around 19:00. This day trip is all inclusive (entrance fees, private transport, private guide, lunch, breakfast, snacks and all drinks). Close encounters with elephants and cheetahs is possible with Tailor Made Safaris! Price per person: 5 or more people: R1650- 3 or 4 people: R1950- 2 people: R2395- 1 person: R3900- |
Enjoying our luxury catering in the middle of the bush!
Half day hikes offered:
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Coastal walking
safari - our specialty! A half-day excursion to Mission Rocks where, at low
tide, there is much to be discovered in the many rock pools. Our guides are the
only ones in St Lucia with the FGASA Specialist Marine Guide qualification and
can offer you an unrivalled experience! On this tour we drive you from St Lucia
to Mission Rocks, where we’ll walk 100 metres along the rocky beach. Here we
find crabs, corals, anemones, shells, fish, sea cucumbers, snails, eels and
many other forms of life. A fun and amazing activity. You'll be baffled about the amount of life present there, and how interesting their biology is!
Daily departure two hours before low tide, returning approximately 2-3 hours after low tide. See Tides St Lucia for a tide table. Safari includes private transport, entrance fees, private guide, snacks and drinks. Price per person: 5 or more people: R390- 3 or 4 people: R485- 2 people: R685- 1 person: R1275- |
Discover the rock pools of Mission Rocks
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Walking safaris around St Lucia: Have you had enough of all the time spent in vehicles? It’s time to stretch our legs! Our safari guides will take you on a walk around St Lucia during which they tell you more about the interesting history of the fragile ecology of St Lucia Estuary. The walk starts from the town centre, heads through the coastal forest to the beach, then back along the estuary through the iGwalagwala Trail and finishes at the town centre. During the walk, you have a chance to see whales from the beach and hippos and crocodiles in the estuary, as well as many birds. The distance is approximately 5km on road and well-maintained trails. Duration is approximately 4 hours. We do advise against going during the hottest part of the day although we do provide a drink along the way.
Price per person: 5 or more people: R130- 3 or 4 people: R210- 2 people: R290- 1 person: R590- |
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Walking
Safari in St Lucia Game Park:
Also a favourite! A half day walking safari amongst wild flowers, zebras,
warthogs and antelope under the guidance of a knowledgeable and friendly safari guide.
Your guide will tell you about the many tracks that you will see,
as well as the medicinal use of wild flowers
and trees. He/she will also provide interesting facts
about the many animals that
you may see
when you walk through
the beautiful savanna. Ideal as
a fun afternoon activity, where you can experience
a beautiful sunset over the St Lucia Estuary. Departure times
are adjusted to your liking. The
total distance is between 5 and 10km, with a duration of about 4-5 hours.
Includes private guide and
picnic (snacks and drinks).
Price per person: 5 or more people: R130- 3 or 4 people: R210- 2 people: R290- 1 person: R 590- |
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Transfers
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Do
you require a transfer from A to B? No problem, we can
take you wherever you need to go in
comfort and style. And of course we understand if you are tired from a long journey or jetlag,
hence we have pillows and blankets in the vehicle and you can rest
on our reclining seats.
Our transfers include private vehicle, private driver, petrol, tolls, coffee, tea and water but exclude entrance fees to the parks. A comfortable way to travel from A to B! Prices per person per transfer to or from St Lucia: |
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Durban/King Shaka Airport:
5 or more people: R890- 3 or 4 people: R1050- 2 people: R1590- 1 person: R3150- Richards Bay: 5 or more people: R580- 3 or 4 people: R650- 2 people: R995- 1 person: R2035- |
Kosi Bay/Mozambique border post:
5 or more people: R890- 3 or 4 people: R1050- 2 people: R1625- 1 person: R3235- Tembe Elephant Park: 5 or more people: R890- 3 or 4 people: R1050- 2 people: R1625- 1 person: R3235- |
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, Hilltop or Mpila Camps:
5 or more people: R580- 3 or 4 people: R650- 2 people: R995- 1 person: R2035- Phinda/Thanda/Leopard Mountain Game Reserves: 5 or more people: R650- 3 or 4 people: R750- 2 people: R1150- 1 person: R2300- |
Prices
for transfers to other destinations are available
on request. Send us an email at [email protected] or call our office on +27
(0) 72 7055
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