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iSimangaliso Wetland Park was inscribed as South Africa’s very first World Heritage Site in December 1999, a recognition of its breathtaking natural beauty and extraordinary universal value.

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Your Place of Miracle and Wonder Awaits

Spanning an incredible 1,328,901 hectares of land and sea, iSimangaliso is also home to South Africa’s largest marine protected area – the only Transfrontier MPA linking to Mozambique’s waters – safeguarding an astonishing wealth of life above and below the surface.

Our 10 Jewels

iSimangaliso Wetland Park, South Africa's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its exceptional biodiversity, spectacular landscapes, and rich cultural heritage. The 10 Jewels of iSimangaliso invite visitors to explore distinctive destinations across wetlands, lakes, beaches, coral reefs, forests, grasslands, and coastal dunes while supporting sustainable tourism and environmental stewardship.

Western Shores & Charters Creek

Western Shores & Charters Creek

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False Bay

False Bay

Discover the Thrill of the Small Five
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uMkhuze

uMkhuze

Where Birds, Beasts & Ancient Forests Meet
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Lake St Lucia

Lake St Lucia

Heart of iSimangaliso
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Kosi Bay

Kosi Bay

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Eastern Shores & Cape Vidal

Eastern Shores & Cape Vidal

The Best of Beach and Bush
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Lake Sibaya

Lake Sibaya

Southern Africa’s Largest Freshwater Lake and KwaZulu-Natal’s second largest population of hippo...
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Maphelane

Maphelane

A tranquil retreat
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Sodwana Bay

Sodwana Bay

Sodwana Bay is one of the crown jewels of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and is internationally acclaimed...
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Safari Sunrise in iSimangaliso
Canoing in iSimangaliso
Weather snapshot

Plan Around the Park

St Lucia

25°C / 21°C

Coastal conditions

Mild coastal temperatures with warm afternoons and comfortable evenings.
Manguzi

24°C / 19°C

Northern park gateway

Warmest outlook in the sample, with temperatures lifting over the weekend.
Mbazwana

24°C / 19°C

Sodwana access area

A steady week for beach and reef planning, with warmer lows toward the weekend.
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iSimangaliso Advances Charters Creek Eco-Resort PPP Investment Opportunity

iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority, as part of its commercialisation strategy, has advertised an exceptional Public-Private Partnership (PPP) investment opportunity for...

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SNARED HIPPO INCIDENT LEADS TO TRAGIC LOSS OF LIFE

Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife and iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority wish to inform the  public of an incident reported on Friday, 25...

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iSimangaliso Strengthens Maritime Compliance Through Intensive Enforcement Training

The iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority, in partnership with the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), successfully conducted a comprehensive two-day...

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