Top Durban Archaeology Tours

Learn about Durban’s history and get great city views at the same time with this luxury boat trip on the Durban Point Waterfront Canals. The tour reveals views of top attractions, and interesting facts about Durban and its famous residents—yet without the hassle of being stuck in crowds. Conveniently, the trip is capped at 12 travelers—which means ample space to sit back, relax, and enjoy the views.

Get a comprehensive overview of Durban's highlights and landmarks, with transportation in between, on this full-day tour. Listen as your guide delves deep into the history, culture, architecture, and environment of this South African city. Stops include the Moses Mabhida Stadium, Umhlanga Rocks Promenade, Ushaka Village Walk, City Hall, Victoria Street Market, Durban Botanic Gardens, and others.

This day safari takes you to KwaZulu-Natal, a coastal province known for its beauty and diverse array of wildlife. The tour has two stops: the African Raptor Center, with over 100 birds of prey, and the Tala Private Game Reserve, home to kudu, hippo, buffalo, giraffe, wildebeest, eland, and other big game animals. Cover both sites in just half a day, a difficult feat to do on your own.

Escape the ordinary on this unforgettable KwaZulu-Natal adventure. Starting in Durban, explore the stunning Drakensberg Mountains and see the ancient Giants Castle Cave Paintings—extraordinary San rock art set amid breathtaking scenery. Surrounded by lush valleys and highlands, Giants Castle offers a rare glimpse into the rich cultural history of the San and Khoekhoe peoples. Next, visit the charming town of Howick to marvel at its spectacular 95-meter waterfalls—known as the “Home of the Tall.” Enjoy the tranquility of Howick Falls before heading to the Nelson Mandela Capture Site, where a striking steel sculpture and museum celebrate Mandela’s legacy and his fight against apartheid. This journey combines awe-inspiring landscapes with powerful history and culture—an inspiring day packed with unforgettable sights and lifelong memories.

In 1879, British colonial forces went to war against the Zulu people. This guided tour explores the two most famous battlefields: Isandlwana, where Cetshwayo's fighters triumphed, and Rorke's Drift, where outnumbered British soldiers fought off a Zulu regiment, as immortalized in the movie Zulu. The journey is about an 8-hour round trip, but this tour lets you skip the self-drive stress, with pickup and drop-off direct to your Durban hotel.

Durban and its surroundings have a lot to offer, but it can be difficult to see without a car. Book this full-day group tour and see the city's key sites plus the PheZulu Cultural Village and Reptile Park. Experience Zulu culture, including a traditional Zulu dance performance, and see crocodiles and snakes. Then visit some of this busy port city's main highlights, including the bustling Victoria Street Market, the KwaMuhle Apartheid Museum, and the Durban Botanic Gardens.