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ABOUT US

Shakabarker Tours offers an unforgettable way to experience the wonders of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Our highly trained guides are experts in their field, continually expanding their knowledge to share the latest insights about this extraordinary ecosystem.
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From hippo and croc sunset cruises to whale watching, turtle tours, night safaris, and snorkelling adventures in Cape Vidal — there’s an experience for every kind of explorer.
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A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the iSimangaliso Wetland Park lies along South Africa’s Indian Ocean coastline near the borders of Mozambique and Eswatini. It encompasses a rich tapestry of landscapes, including Lake St. Lucia and its tidal estuary, surrounding game reserves, and the St. Lucia Marine Reserve, which extends into the warm waters of the Mozambique Channel.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT WITH SHAKABARKER

Tour guide with map

Highly Trained Tour Guides

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Our local guides know the area inside out — and their passion for wildlife makes every tour unforgettable. Guests consistently rate them among the best in the business.

Unimog tour vehicle from Shakabarker Tours

Comfort & Safety

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Your comfort and safety come first. All our vehicles and boats meet strict safety standards and are equipped for a smooth, enjoyable experience.

Family on hippo cruise in St. Lucia, South Africa

Quality & Fun

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We aim to deliver tours that are both fun and educational — helping you relax, explore, and fall in love with the wonders of the natural world.

"We are, after all, in some small way interlinked with every creature on this planet."
- Kian Barker, owner.

We can customise a special tour package just for you!

We collect you

from wherever you are staying in St. Lucia at no extra cost.

Complimentary tea, coffee,

hot chocolate, rusks and fruit on all our tours!

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