St. Lucia and its surrounding areas provide the perfect backdrop for exploring and partaking in exciting, adventurous or relaxing activities. The region experiences mild weather throughout the year, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors. Serene Estate can assist guests in booking any of the below activities.
Not only is Hluhluwe Mfolozi one of Africa’s oldest proclaimed game reserves, it’s also the most famous of Natal’s reserves. You can make a half or a full day excursion with a guide through the park or you can go in your own car. The park, with its fantastic hilly landscape, plays host to all of the Big 5, and you’ll have the chance to spot lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffalo among other animals.
While cruising the estuary by boat you’ll see hippos, crocodiles and a wide variety of birds including the African fish eagle and the Goliath heron. Stunning mangrove swamps line the shores of the St Lucia Estuary, adding to the unique and unforgettable experience that provides many photo opportunities.
While cruising the estuary by boat you’ll see hippos, crocodiles and a wide variety of birds including the African fish eagle and the Goliath heron. Stunning mangrove swamps line the shores of the St Lucia Estuary, adding to the unique and unforgettable experience that provides many photo opportunities.
This World Heritage Site is not to be missed. Expect to enjoy amazing views of Lake St Lucia, the Atlantic Ocean as well as the multi-coloured sand dunes. You can view the rhinos, hippos, waterbuck, kudu, hyenas, leopards, zebra, and a huge variety of birds. You can drive through iSimangaliso using your own vehicle, or book a guided tour through the park.
The iSimangaliso Wetland Park is one of the few places in Africa where you can witness one of the oldest of nature’s rituals; turtle nesting and hatching. From the 1st of November to the end of February, the giant leatherback and loggerhead turtles come ashore on the beaches to lay their eggs. The opportunity to be part of this is magical and a once-in-a-lifetime chance.
During the months of June through to November, Humpback whales pass along the coastline of the Elephant Coast and St Lucia during their annual migration from their feeding grounds in the Antarctic, past South Africa, to breed and calve off the coasts of Mozambique and Madagascar. On a whale watching tour, you can expect to see these magnificent creatures, as well as dolphins, in their natural habitat.
Birds are a vital indicator of the health of an ecosystem. 13181 birds were noted in 17 areas of the St Lucia Lake, including 2599 white pelicans and 34 African fish eagles. Enjoy guided or self-guided routes near St. Lucia. With such high quantities of birds, you are bound to stumble upon some epic photographic opportunities.
| counted number | counted number | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| great white pelican | 738 | pied avocet | 1113 |
| Goliath heron | 243 | grey-headed gull | 1259 |
| great white egret | 202 | white-breasted cormorant | 591 |
| greater flamingo | 1000 | African fish eagle | 22 |
| Cape teal | 926 | yellow-billed stork | 218 |
| African spoon bill | 711 | Caspian tern | 823 |
Meet the local community for a truly African experience by taking a historical and cultural tour to different Zulu villages or try the local cuisine and experience the day-to-day lives of the people living in surrounding Zulu villages.
The nearby Cape Vidal is an ideal snorkeling destination. Discover the coral reefs of this unspoiled coastline and enjoy the majestic nature of the endless beaches. The sea water is clear and perfect for snorkelling.
If you enjoy horseback riding, you’ll be pleased to know that there are beach and/or game horse safaris in St Lucia for 1 up to 4 hours.
If you enjoy horseback riding, you’ll be pleased to know that there are beach and/or game horse safaris in St Lucia for 1 up to 4 hours.
There are many walking and hiking trails across the Wetlands. There are self-guided or guided walks, or join a ranger for 1 or more days. You can also cycle along these trails to enjoy them at a slightly faster pace.
If you are keen on playing nine holes of golf, visit Monzi, 10km outside of St. Lucia. Play tennis or visit Canerat Crafts.
Looking to land a big one? Our deep-sea charters take you to the perfect fishing spots where you are expected to catch fish like marlin, dorado and many more.
If you are the adventurous type, explore Lake St Lucia from a kayak with a guide. There are many magnificent views and you’ll be treated to seeing an array of wildlife along the way.
You can simply enjoy the serene atmosphere of our garden and pool from one of our loungers on the sundecks, or the martini deck in the pool. Read a book, go for a swim or just listen to the birds and watch the bushbuck in the garden.
You can simply enjoy the serene atmosphere of our garden and pool from one of our loungers on the sundecks, or the martini deck in the pool. Read a book, go for a swim or just listen to the birds and watch the bushbuck in the garden.