Compare Highlights of Grenada and Saint Lucia by Audley Travel vs South Africa Safari & Wildlife - 10 Days by Travel for All

Day 1 Grenada

 Grenada

Upon arrival this afternoon you'll be met at the airport and introduced to your driver who will take you to Calabash Luxury Boutique Hotel. You'll spend the next three nights here, which is a great base from which to explore this wonderful island.

Day 2 Grenada

 Grenada

Day at leisure relaxing or making the most of the hotel's excellent facilities.

Day 3 Grenada

 Grenada

A short boat ride away from Grenada lies Carriacou, which is an even quieter and more relaxed island that is worth a visit if you fancy a change of scenery. Or you might want to be more active and take a hike in Grand Etang National Park.

Day 4 Grenada

 Grenada

Today you will be picked up from Calabash and taken to Petite Anse up in the north of the island, where you will spend the next four nights. You'll take in a sightseeing tour of the island as you head from south to north.

Day 5 Grenada

 Grenada

Enjoy a day at leisure exploring the north of the island or relaxing at Petite Anse.

Day 6

 Grenada

North Grenada is a very interesting part of the island that not many visitors reach, so you will be away from the crowds. You can either head out and explore the local area of simply relax and enjoy being so secluded.

Day 7 Grenada

 Grenada

Another day at leisure to enjoy your surroundings at Petite Anse.

Day 8 Soufrière

 Grenada ,  Saint Lucia ,  Soufrière

Today you will be picked up from Petite Anse and driven to the airport in time for your short flight over to neighbouring St Lucia. Upon arrival to St Lucia, once you've collected your luggage and cleared through immigration, you will meet your driver who will take you to the south of the island, where you will stay at Anse Chastanet which offers excellent views over the Pitons.

Day 9 Soufrière

 Soufrière

Take advantage of the complimentary activities on offer at Anse Chastanet such as Yoga, paddle boarding, kayaking or even a guided walk around the resort.

Day 10 Soufrière

 Saint Lucia ,  Soufrière

Today you could explore one of the walking trails in the south, the Tet Paul Trail. You will pay a small fee and have a local guide from one of the villages that the trail passes over. The trail offers some excellent views, however you should try to avoid going at peak times to steer clear of the cruise ship crowds.

Day 11 Rodney Bay

 Soufrière ,  Rodney Bay

Today you will be transferred over to the area of Rodney Bay where you will spend the next few nights at one of St Lucia's original boutique resorts, East Winds. Take advantage of the resort's all inclusive, laid back luxury vibe.

Day 12 Rodney Bay

 Rodney Bay

Check out the resorts weekly schedule to plan your day. You could start by enjoying a complimentary Pilates class, then taking a boat trip over to the Pitons and end your day with a cocktail reception at the hotel's bar before a barbecue on the beach.

Day 13 Rodney Bay

 Saint Lucia ,  Rodney Bay

Why not explore nearby Pigeon Island? Grab a taxi and then explore on your own. There is a fascinating mix of historic sites (you can walk up to the old fort at the top of the hill) and beautiful scenery, including two beaches. Remember to take your snorkeling gear as you can head out from the shoreline here.

Day 14 Rodney Bay

 Saint Lucia ,  Rodney Bay

For a taste of local culture, you could organise to head on a tour. Alternatively, head to Rodney Bay – you’ll find plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from around the marina, which is also a great spot for people watching.

Day 15 Return home

 Rodney Bay

Today you will be transferred to the international airport for your flight home.

Day 1: Arrival

A warm welcome awaits you at the airport and you will be transferred to your lodge. Here you will have the opportunity to enjoy luxurious facilities and 30 acres of private botanical gardens. The grounds and buildings have been designed to be wheelchair friendly with 18 ponds, waterways and prolific birdlife.

There is a swimming pool with full access for wheelchair users. Located in the rolling hills of Kwazulu Natal and near the Valley of a Thousand Hills this is the perfect place to unwind, relax, and be enchanted by the scenery after your exertions of a long flight.

The beautiful gardens are an oasis of peace and serenity with indigenous and exotic plants and provide the ideal backdrop to achieve the desired levels of relaxation for all who visit. Enjoy walks through the 30 acres of gardens incorporating, artworks, sculptures, a magnificent Japanese garden, cycad gardens, ponds and meandering pathways leading to waterfalls.

In addition, you can enjoy the African sun next to the large full accessible rock swimming pool.

Day 02: Durban Central

Meals: Breakfast

Spend the day in Durban Central at Ushaka Marine World that also has accessible beach wheelchairs and snorkeling ponds with over 5000 fish. Included at Ushaka Marine World are attractions such as Shark Feeding, Turtle, Dolphin. Penguin and Seal shows – a fun day for the whole family! Afternoon we head along Durban Beachfront with its colorful markets to Moses Madiba Stadium which was built for The World Cup 2010. This stadium has a cable car with wonderful views of Durban and Coastline 40 stories high.

Day 03: African Safari

Meals: Breakfast

Today we head out to the great African safari to the World Heritage Site namely the Isimangaliso Wetland Park which includes Hluhluwe Game Reserve South Africa`s second largest Big Five Game Reserve. Your accommodation is in a private game sanctuary and your chalet with glass walls has own private outdoor Jacuzzi. Afternoon at leisure at your lodge with its abundant bird and wildlife. Today’s adventures include a visit to a Traditional Zulu Village where you will learn of the African Zulu Tribe as you visit its cultural village. Be spellbound by the energetic Zulu Dancing with its awesome rhythm of drumbeats and African dancing!

Day 04: Hluhluwe Game Reserve

Meals: Breakfast

These are the days where the spirit of Africa touches your soul. We embark on leisurely extended game drives to all areas of Hluhluwe Game Reserve There is much to explore! Your experienced ranger will help you spot and identify many species of bird and animal life. (The Elephant Coast has more than 500 species of birdlife recorded). With a little assistance most people will be able to distinguish the more common families of birds in no time at all. Look out for the abundant animal life such as black rhino, nyala, kudu, hippo, crocodile, waterbuck, reedbuck, red duiker, baboons, monkeys, hyena, wildebeest, giraffe and often to be seen elephant and buffalo. You may also see lion, cheetah, wild dog and other predators. Time will be spent in the Hluhluwe side of the game reserve and on other days will be spent enjoying the Umfolozi side of the game reserve.

Day 05: Elephant Interaction

Meals: Breakfast

A unique and wonderful experience in the heart of Zululand where you get close and interact with these powerful but gentle creatures. Guests seeking deeper meaning to their visit have close contact and interaction with these elephants.  Although little can match the thrill of seeing wild elephants in Hluhluwe Game Reserve, guests are also afforded an opportunity of close contact with 2 mature elephant that were orphaned and hand reared but are now free to range in a private game reserve that is over 2 500 hectares.

Afternoon- Visit to Cat and Cheetah Rehabilitation Centre Join us for an up close and personal tour and learn more about South Africa’s endangered wild cat species. Come and be mesmerized by the beauty of the Caracal (Lynx), enchanted by the playful Serval, astonished by the speed and agility of the Cheetah and delighted by the African Wildcat. View and photograph these amazing animals at this Centre. There are educational tours daily, with feedings during the afternoon tour and an informative talk about the animals.Picture of lions in South Africa

Day 06: Safari Game Drive

Meals: Breakfast

Today we will enjoy a full day Safari Game Drive to Hluhluwe/Umfolozi side of the game reserve with your personal field guide with a picnic lunch overlooking the river.

Day 07: St. Lucia

Meals: Breakfast

We head to St Lucia, is a picturesque village situated within a nature reserve and which is surrounded by 5 distinct ecosystems and iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Dinner at leisure at one of numerous restaurants in village. Afternoon safari boat trip on accessible boat with sightings of hippos, crocodiles and birds in the estuary.

Day 08: Your Choice

Meals: Breakfast

Explore markets in the village and the wild beaches. Safari at Cape Vidal Game Reserve with Rhino, Waterbuck, Kudu and many other species of wildlife. Cape Vidal is part of the Isimangaliso Wetland Park- a World Heritage Site incorporating beautiful game reserves with wild beaches.

Day 09: Your Choice

Meals: Breakfast

Explore markets in the village and the wild beaches. Safari at Cape Vidal Game Reserve with Rhino, Waterbuck, Kudu and many other species of wildlife. Cape Vidal is part of the Isimangaliso Wetland Park- a World Heritage Site incorporating beautiful game reserves with wild beaches.

Day 10: Departure

Meals: Breakfast

Transfer to Durban airport for the next leg of your journey