Situated in northern Kwazulu Natal, South Africa, and nestled in the moist tropical savannah bushveld of northern Zululand, close to Hluhluwe, lies Zulu Croc. Easily accessible from Durban N2 highway and close in proximity to some of the most popular tourist wildlife destinations in the country, including “Zulu Nyala” and the world renowned “Hluhluwe / Umfolozi” game reserve, the indigenous and exotic crocodile and snake species.
Zulu Croc is more than just a reptile park; it is an educational adventure where you will get to meet the guides, Karl-Heinz and Lawrence, affectionately known by the local community.
Zulu Croc offers a two hour hand on crocodile and snake experience, bringing these fascinating creatures up close and personal, allowing you to actually feel and touch some of the world’s most feared reptiles. This awesome interactive encounter will no doubt leave you with many unforgettable images and memories.
Visit the parks “Snake O Zeum” where the guides gives daily demonstrations and informative talks on snakes in general. There infectious enthusiasm is clearly evident and there willingness to share and impart knowledge adds to there popularity.
Our Guides professional snake handling skills are put to the test as they boldly interacts with and discusses highly venomous species such as puff adders, cobras and boomslangs, much to the amazement and awe of the visitors.
Check out in close detail, the snake with the longest fangs in the world, the gabboon adder, and see the impressive and defensive hoods of several of the deadly cobra species. Learn about their movements, their venom types and their danger to us, as well as get acquainted with a few of the large colourful and impressive constrictor species.
This interaction is further enhanced by the utilization of informative audio and visual technology turning a simple demonstration into a rich, rewarding wildlife experience.
Set in safe and tranquil surroundings, the park meanders through cicada lined pathways, leading to a variety of secure, spacious and well maintained crocodile enclosures where the guides are always on hand to answer any questions and offer assistance if needed. Here the Nile crocodile is king and specimens of varying sizes, from hatching's to behemoths of close to a ton, can be seen. A Restaurant with succulent meals, bar, curio shop and clean restroom facilities are also available.
Witness first hand these primitive predators in action … the gaping jaws, gnashing teeth and fierce strikes. See the guides being chased by alligators and observe the crocs feeding right out of there hands, often displaying amazing athletic agility for such large and heave bodied beasts.
At the end of an exciting and exhilarating tour of the park, why not relax at Zulu Croc’s very own “Croc-Tale” Restaurant, where you can sit back and reflect on the day’s activities.
Our Guides passion for reptiles goes far beyond the mere capturing of snakes and crocodiles. They are people’s persons, nature lovers and conservationists, always willing to assist with problem reptiles posing an immediate danger to surrounding workers or inhabitants. They are always quick to react to the many calls they receives on a daily basis.
Our Guides also works hand in hand with local nature conservation authorities especially when it comes to the removal of rogue or man-eating crocodiles.
Marvel at there fearless antics and often heroic bare-handed approach to reptile capturing and handling which has earned them the respect of both the locals and visitors.
For an unforgettable experience set in a safe and serene environment, visit Zulu Croc where our team eagerly await your arrival.