SOUTH AFRICA · SAFARIS IN DURBAN
Distances here eat days, so the bookings have to earn their slot. These 15 safaris in Durban are priced and timed, with pickup points that matter when your guesthouse is out of town.
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 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 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.”
Combine a St Lucia hippo cruise with a Hluhluwe-Imfolozi safari on this long, wildlife-packed day trip from Durban.
“We were picked up and returned to the ship by an easy to spot zebra colored van. The pleasant guide, Vuzi was from the area and knowledgeable. We saw rhinos, hippos, birds, zebras, impalas. We were told in advance that the animals do not always cooperate and show their faces. I was happy to see this alluring country and some of it's beautiful creatures. My sister thought the St. Lucia Boat ride was boring, but I enjoyed the leisurely trip down the river.”
Review of Durban’s Tala safari, African Raptor Centre, and PheZulu Zulu village tour, with practical advice on value, timing, guides, and wildlife.
“The trip to Phezulu was fantastic — the Zulu dancing was vibrant and memorable, and our guide Fortune was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience even better. The only downside was missing the lions at the Lion Park due to fence refurbishment, with no alternative offered, which was disappointing given we paid for the full experience.”
Review of Durban’s 12-hour iSimangaliso and Hluhluwe safari, with hippos, crocodiles, Big Five wildlife, guides, value, and practical tips.
“Picked up in the morning,in time,and got to see most of the animals ,thanks to ZAMANI,who news all the short cuts and locations. We definitely recomand it .”
Review of the half-day Tala Game Reserve and Natal Lion Park tour from Durban, with wildlife highlights, transport concerns, price advice, and booking tips.
“The trip itself was worth seeing. We saw many animals, and were able to get very close to some of them. Unfortunately, the weather put a damper on our plans (persistent, torrential rain). The guides made the most of it.”
Review of Durban’s 12-hour Hluhluwe Imfolozi safari, with Big 5 viewing, guide tips, optional extras, transport, price, and practical advice.
“Absolutely loved my day trip to Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve. Freddy is an incredible guide, and has so much experience finding the animals. We had so much fun on the tour and were able to see rhinos, giraffes, elephants, tons of antelope, crocodiles, birds… the list goes on and on. 100% recommend.”
Review of Durban’s 12-hour Hluhluwe-iMfolozi safari, with rhino, Big Five, hilltop views, lunch, transport, value, and practical tips.
“It was an amazing experience - it was just the right amount of time in the park. As I was a lone guest paying for a minimum of two people I think drinks should have been included with the meal. My guide was very knowledgable and I gained a lot of information which was enlightening.”
Review of Durban’s Drakensberg and Mandela Capture Site tour, with rock art, Howick Falls, mountain views, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Avoid African Sun safaris. They did not arrive on time and when contacted were dismissive and unhelpful. When a guide finally arrived, we started on the tour 21/2 hours later which meant we were chasing the clock all day. The guide, Brian, callRead more”
Review of the 10-hour Hluhluwe Imfolozi safari from Durban, with Big 5 game viewing, 4x4 drives, pricing, safety, and practical tips.
“We had a great time going to and visiting the reserve. Both guides did their best to make our stay in Durban memorable. Thank you very much Benson”
Review of Durban’s Mini Safari and Zulu Cultural Tour, with Tala wildlife, Phezulu village, costs, timing, guides, and practical booking advice.
“If it had just focused on the Zulu tribes who live in this part of Africa, it would have had one or two more stars.”
Compare two KwaZulu-Natal reserves in one long day, with rhino, elephant, big cats, expert guides, and an open 4x4 safari.
“It was great! The private game reserve was excellent! Our driver Tambo and guide Wanda Boy were the best! Highly recommend.”
Review of Durban’s 6-hour city and Phezulu Safari Park tour, with Victoria Market, Botanic Gardens, Zulu culture, game drive, price advice, and tips.
“Besuch SheZulu Nationalpark zu empfehlen, ansonsten hätte es eine Taxifahrt oder Uber auch getan. Preis überhöht, wenn man bedenkt, dass Eintritt Nationalpark nur 25 EUR kostet und ansonsten nichts geboten wird außer Hin- und Rückfahrt. Botanischer Garten ist eintrittfrei.”
Combine a Phezulu Safari game drive, Zulu village, reptile park, and Durban highlights in one practical six-hour tour.
Cape sea days, bush mornings, tasting rooms and the long road east.
