Hluhluwe Reserve – Hilltop Resort

Hilltop Resort is the pride of the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. The Resort is situated on the edge of a forested hill and offers fine views of the surrounding countryside. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park is a premier, “Big Five” park; home to lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. Its rich plant-life, grasslands and forests support a wide variety of other game animals.

The Centenary Centre, an easy drive from Hilltop, provides guided access to the Game Capture Complex, as well as presenting the visitor with an interpretation centre on game capture, a community-run craft market and refreshment kiosk.

Hilltop holds the distinction of being the oldest tourist resort in KwaZulu-Natal and provides a wide variety of accommodation.

2 Bed Self Catering Chalets

Fully equipped self-catering unit with an open plan kitchen and living area, with a separate bedroom and bathroom.

4 Bed Chalet (Self-catering)

Fully equipped unit with an open plan kitchen and living area, two separate bedrooms and two bathrooms.

2 Bed Chalet (Non Self-catering)

Open plan unit with Kitchenette, bedroom, and bathroom. There are no cooking facilities.

2 Bed Rondavel (Non Self-catering)

Open plan bedroom with communal ablution and communal kitchen.

8 Bed Lodge (Mthwazi)

Exclusive accommodation for up to eight people. The lodge comprises a lounge, dining room, kitchen and three en-suite bedrooms, with an additional two-bedded garden annex, also en-suite.

8 Bed Bush Lodge (Muntulu)

Overlooking the Hluhluwe river. Consists of 4 two-bedded en-suite bedrooms, joined by boardwalks to a fully equipped kitchen and open plan living area. The bush lodge is fully self-contained and self-catering with a cook and tour guide in attendance.

8 Bed Bush Lodge (Munyawaneni)

Overlooking the Hluhluwe river. Consists of 4 two-bedded en-suite bedrooms, joined by boardwalks to a fully equipped kitchen and open plan living area. The bush lodge is fully self-contained and self-catering with a cook and tour guide in attendance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Activities - Game Drives:
  • Game drives are conducted in open viewing vehicles; approximately 2 - 2.5 hours in duration. Depending on the number of guests booked, drives are conducted in 10 seater open vehicles.
  • Guests are requested to book all activities at reception where they will be requested to make payment as well as completing an indemnity form. Guests must meet in front of reception 15 minutes prior to departure.
  • All drives are scheduled in such a way that they are back in time for meals in our restaurant.
Activities - Morning Game Drives:
  • Summer: Starts 05:00
  • Winter: Starts 17:00
Activities - Sundowner Game Drives:
  • Summer: Starts 17:00
  • Winter: Starts 06:00
Activities - Game Walks:

Game walks are offered on a daily basis and are conducted by a guide. No Children under the age of 12; each walk is limited to 8 people only. Guests are requested to meet in front of reception 15 minutes prior to departure.

Please take precautions against ticks by applying repellents. You are also advised to wear comfortable walking shoes. Please do not wear brightly coloured clothing.

Activities - Morning Game Walks:
  • Summer: Starts 05:30 (1 November to 28 February)
  • Winter: Starts 06:00 (1 March to 31 October)
Activities - Afternoon Game Walks:
  • Summer: Starts 15:30 (1 November to 28 February)
  • Winter: Starts 15:00 (1 March to 31 October)
Gate Times:
  • Summer (1 November - 28 February) 05:00 - 19:00
  • Winter (1 March - 31 October) 06:00 - 18:00

Gate times are strictly enforced; no late arrivals will be accommodated.

Malaria:

Hluhluwe is a low risk malaria area; however visitors are urged to consult their doctor or pharmacist regarding anti-malarial precautions before, during and after a visit.

General:
  • No pets are permitted in the reserve.
  • Unleaded petrol, diesel and oil may be purchased at the resort between 07:00 -18:00.

Any Questions?

We would be more than happy to help you. Give us a call or email us, and we will get back to you asap.

021 8135868
travel@toursa.com