SOUTH AFRICA · DURBAN TOURS
Durban is warm water, a working harbour and the best curry in the country. These 15 cover the harbour cruises, the beachfront, the Valley of a Thousand Hills and the safaris north into Zululand, priced and timed.
Review of Durban’s 30-minute harbor cruise, with giant ships, tugboats, skyline views, birds, guides, pricing, tips, and family advice.
“The cruise was nice. The gentleman was able to explain and give us valuable information about the harbour. Mr Zulu if I’m not mistaken was proper.”
See Durban from the Indian Ocean on a one-hour Wilson’s Wharf cruise with harbor views, music, friendly guides, and great value.
“The service received was beyond our expectations. Keep up good service. The infrastructure you can tell it's ageing need new look, but above all we had a great time.”
Review of Durban’s 30-minute luxury canal cruise, with skyline views, local history, friendly guides, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“The boat captain Samuel was a tour guide and gave background history on the buildings as well as the harbour.”
Cruise Durban Harbor by pontoon boat, see giant ships, enjoy music, coastal views, and finish at Wilson's Wharf.
“It was fun and scary at the same time We didn't have life jackets.”
Review of Durban’s 30-minute gondola ride at Point Waterfront Canal, with practical advice on value, guides, views, timing, and who should book.
“It was enjoyable and relaxing, we will be back soon.”
Explore Tala Game Reserve and the African Raptor Centre from Durban in six hours, with rhinos, birds of prey, hotel pickup, and expert guides.
“Freddy was amazing!! He was so attentive and kind and I was so happy that he was our guide. He went above and beyond to find all the animals. We saw plenty of lions, giraffes, impalas, zebras, elephants, ostriches, birds - it was amazing! 100% recommend. Thank you Freddy!!”
Review of Durban’s $8.91 luxury canal cruise, with family-friendly sightseeing, fish spotting, guide stories, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“I loved that the guys were willing to take pics of us at nice views But the cruise was very short and there's nothing much to see”
Review of Durban’s six-hour safari to Natal Lion Park and Tala Reserve, with lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, hotel pickup, and practical tips.
“Wonderful afternoon with Freddie! Our safari with 1st Zulu Safari at Tala Game Reserve and Lions Park was a fantastic experience. Pick-up and drop-off at our hotel made the tour easy and the perfect day excursion in Durban.”
Review of Durban’s culture walking tour, with local markets, minibus travel, city history, bunny chow, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“We had a wonderful tour with Johnny! He really took a lot of time for us and showed us Durban like we would have never experienced on any other tour. Thank you so much! I recommended the tour to my mother in law and she did it a few days later and enjoyed it just as much. Would highly recommend the tour to South Africans and foreign tourists alike”
Ride the rugged Sani Pass from Durban into Lesotho, visit a Sotho village, and enjoy mountain views from Africa's highest pub.
“benson was our guide he was very polite and knowledgeable about the tour we was very pleased with him and wish him well”
Review of Durban’s 4-hour city tour, from Victoria Street and Kwa-Muhle Museum to the Botanical Garden, Golden Mile, harbour, and temples.
“The tour was great, thanks to my guide Freddy. Extremely knowledgeable and knows a lot about the city. He was engaging and professional. Made Durban’s history and culture come alive and ensured I had a memorable experience. Highly recommended!”
Review of the Durban to Sani Pass and Lesotho 4WD tour, with mountain views, Basotho culture, costs, logistics, and practical tips.
“Freddie was fantastic! Such a great day ,very much worth the time and money ! I was picked up by my hotel and it was a drive up to the highest point in Sani Pass and also the highest pub In Africa ! The ride is long but absolutely worth it:) Freddie was very knowledgeable, professional and got out of his way to show us everything and make sure we have a fantastic experience! Thank you so so so much 😊 Highly recommended!!”
Explore Durban’s markets, ride local minibus taxis, learn about Zulu and Indian culture, and finish with bunny chow by the beach.
“Johnny was a great guide and showed you his city in a way you would never manage on your own. Very interesting inside information qs well. Highly recommended!”
Review of Durban’s six-hour city tour, from Gandhi’s House and markets to Moses Mabhida Stadium, gardens, beaches, and uShaka.
“Aaron our guide was exceptional! Such a funny, kind hearted man... He drove us through the whole of Durban, from Mahatma Gandhi's house through the KwaMuhle museum where you can see Nelson Mandela's statue amongst other South African historical leaders... We learnt a lot about SA's past/politics & history. We also visited the botanical garden which was captivating with all the rare trees&plants we've never seen! Aaron passionately explained to us everything from SA's history to the vegetation in the garden. Defo worth a visit, it's beautiful! Plus the coffee is delicious and some great options... We also drove to the stadium (we couldn't go in but admired from outside).…”
Review of the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Big 5 safari from Durban, with pricing, timing, wildlife odds, guides, inclusions, and practical booking advice.
“There are not much wild animals to be seen. I really would not recommend this safari to anyone who is expecting to see the big 5.”
Cape sea days, bush mornings, tasting rooms and the long road east.
