Top Durban Full-day Tours - page 3

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.

Explore the Mountain Kingdom of South Africa, where the temperature drops as the altitude rises. Travel to Himeville and swap your transport for an off road vehicle, and make your way up the winding trails of the Sani Pass. Enjoy the panoramic views all around as you climb higher and higher, and cross the border to Lesotho to see a typical Basotho village, and visit the highest pub in Africa.

The Drakensberg Mountain Region has to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. The Drakensberg region is extraordinary, thanks to the dramatically beautiful setting. This region is home to the awe-inspiring mountain range which is predominantly found in the KwaZulu Natal Province. The Drakensberg Mountain range is more than 200 kilometres long and combines rugged peaks with verdant valleys and spectacular backdrops. It creates a natural border between the kingdom of Lesotho and the province of KwaZulu-Natal.This private full one day tour takes you to: 1. Drakensberg Mountains 2. Nelson Mandela Capture Site 3. Howick Falls

The oldest proclaimed nature reserve in Africa, Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Game Reserve is all about wildlife. About three hours from Durban, you’ll leave the city bright and early for a full day of game drives and animal-spotting, searching for elephants, lions, zebras, and more. You don’t need a whole week to go on safari—one day here will yield memories that last a lifetime.

This tour is suitable for groups, families, solo travelers or couples. Embark on an enriching adventure with a comprehensive tour that combines the best of Durban and Phezulu Safari Park. Begin with a captivating game drive at Phezulu Safari Park, where you’ll encounter wildlife like giraffes and zebras against a stunning landscape. Immerse yourself in Zulu culture with vibrant traditional dances and explore the Reptile Park’s fascinating array of snakes, crocodiles, and lizards. Back in Durban, discover the serene beauty of the Durban Botanic Gardens, where you can explore diverse plant collections and enjoy peaceful strolls. Experience the bustling energy of Victoria Market, sampling local delicacies and browsing colorful crafts. Complete your day with a tour of Durban’s highlights, including the scenic Golden Mile and cultural landmarks. This well-rounded tour offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and urban exploration.

Discover the wildlife and culture of KwaZulu-Natal on a day filled with adventure. Begin with a game safari at Tala Game Reserve, where you’ll encounter giraffes, zebras, and rhinos in their natural habitat. Next, visit the Natal Lion Park to see lions and elephants, followed by a vibrant traditional Zulu dance performance at Phezulu Safari Park. Immerse yourself in the local culture with a guided tour of a Zulu village and explore the reptile park featuring crocodiles and other reptiles. Enjoy breathtaking views from the hilltop restaurant during your lunch break (at your own cost). - Visit Tala Game Reserve for a thrilling wildlife safari - See lions and elephants at Natal Lion Park - Enjoy a traditional Zulu dance performance and guided village tour - Relax at the hilltop restaurant with panoramic views and lunch options

This tour commences at 6:am in Durban. Begin the drive from Durban along the N3 highway and travel past Pietermaritzburg. Travel through the Natal Midlands, admiring the scenery until you reach the town of Underberg. In Underberg you will be transfered into a 4 x 4 vehicle. Sani Pass, is a World Heritage, a steep pass rising 9,429-feet above sea level. Go up a gravel winding pass that is higher and steeper and much tougher than any in Southern Africa. The Pass offers the most exceptional views. As the altitude increases, the road becomes narrower and more treacherous. All signs of human habitation disappear as you come face to face with the vast, desolate beauty of the Drakensberg Mountains. In Lesotho you also get to visit a traditional Sotho village and experience first hand the rural Sotho life. Enjoy lunch and toast to a drink at the highest pub in Africa.

This tour is suitable for solo travelers, couples, families and groups. The Sani Pass and Lesotho Tour from Durban is a special journey into one of South Africa’s most scenic and remote areas. Starting from Durban, travelers make their way through KwaZulu-Natal’s verdant countryside to the town of Underberg, where the real adventure begins. A rugged 4x4 ascent up the dramatic Sani Pass reveals awe-inspiring views of the Drakensberg Mountains and deep valleys below. Reaching the top, visitors cross into Lesotho, a highland nation known for its distinct Basotho culture. Here, the chance to explore a traditional village and enjoy the hospitality of Africa’s highest pub adds a cultural richness to the scenic adventure, making it a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural discovery.

This tour offers a Croc & Hippo Boat Cruise as well as a game drive all in the same day. On the Croc & Hippo Boat Cruise, Discover, Witness, and Observe Hippos, Nile Crocodiles, and Hundreds of bird species on our Hippo & Croc Boat Cruise while in St Lucia. This 2 hour Boat Cruise Safari gets you close up to the residents of the estuary. On the game drive, while on safari, enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of the park as you explore numerous loop roads, outcrops, and lookout points. With knowledgeable and experienced guides, discover an abundance of wildlife species in the park. Search for Africa's Big 5 game animals: lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo. Spot other animals such as waterbuck, impala, wildebeest, zebra, warthog, reedbuck, chameleon, giraffe, and hyena.

his tour is suitable for groups, families, solo travelers and couples. Discover the highlights of Durban and the surrounding areas with a diverse and engaging tour that includes a thrilling game drive at Tala Game Reserve. Begin your adventure with a guided safari through Tala, where you’ll encounter rhinos, giraffes, and a variety of other wildlife in their natural habitat. Back in Durban, explore the lush Durban Botanic Gardens, home to a rich collection of plant species and peaceful walking paths. Immerse yourself in the local culture at Victoria Market, where you can sample delicious foods and shop for unique crafts. Finish your day with a city tour of Durban’s iconic landmarks, from the vibrant Golden Mile to historic sites and local attractions. This tour offers a perfect blend of wildlife adventure, cultural experiences, and urban exploration

This tour is suitable for solo travelers, couples, families and even groups. A game drive in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve is a must-do because of its historic significance as Africa’s oldest game reserve and its role in the successful conservation of the endangered white rhino. The reserve’s diverse landscapes, from open savannahs to rolling hills, provide the perfect backdrop for spotting the Big Five, alongside a wide variety of other wildlife. Expert-guided drives offer not only close encounters with these animals but also fascinating insights into their behavior and the region’s conservation efforts. This unique blend of history, conservation, and wildlife makes a game drive here a truly special experience.

Escape into the dramatic scenery of the Drakensberg mountains on your way to Durban on a Sani Pass drive through valleys and over steep hillsides. Explore the KwaZulu-Natal midlands, and stop at Lesotho, an authentic mountain village, and enjoy a drink in Africa’s highest pub. Feel the thrill of the open road and all the hairpin bends and steep trails that the Sani Pass can throw at you.

Depart Durban early for an incredible day of wildlife exploration in Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Game Reserve, one of Africa’s oldest and most celebrated conservation areas. Hluhluwe is home to the world-famous Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and both black and white rhino — as well as cheetah, giraffe, zebra, and a rich variety of birdlife. Enjoy a guided open-vehicle safari through the park’s scenic landscapes of rolling hills, river valleys, and savannah bush. Tour Highlights: - Full-day safari in Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Game Reserve, home to the Big Five. - Enjoy a guided open-vehicle game drive through spectacular bush and savannah. - Learn about the park’s pioneering white rhino conservation success story. - Comfortable round-trip transfer from Durban (06:00–18:00) with expert guiding.

Take an exciting trip to look for Africa's famous 'Big Five' animals at the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve from Durban. Watch for elusive wildlife, including elephants, lions, rhino, water buffalo and leopards. Add optional excursions for a boat ride through an estuary, a wild cat sanctuary or a Zulu cultural village.

Explore the wildlife and cultural richness of KwaZulu-Natal on this immersive tour featuring Tala Game Reserve, Natal Lion Park, and Phezulu Safari Park. Witness majestic giraffes, zebras, and rhinos in their natural habitats at Tala before getting up close to lions and elephants at Natal Lion Park. The adventure wraps up at Phezulu, where cultural experiences like Zulu dance performances await. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature and tradition, ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and culture seekers alike. - Discover diverse wildlife at Tala Game Reserve and Natal Lion Park - Enjoy cultural experiences, including Zulu dance performances at Phezulu - Viewing of Africa's powerful predators lions and elephants at Natal Lion Park - Experience guided tours and educational activities at Phezulu Safari Park

Avoid the hassle of booking a local taxi cab or catching public transport and instead, arrange for a private transfer from the cruise ship port to your hotel or directly from your hotel to the port. Enjoy a stress-free journey and arrive at your destination on time thanks to your professional driver’s knowledge of the local area and traffic.

South Africa is well-known for its rich biodiversity and this full-day tour from Durban gives you a taste. Join a small group and visit Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve for your chance to spot the Big 5 and learn about how the park saved the white rhino from extinction. Then take a boat ride through iSimangliso Wetland Park to spot crocodiles, hippos, and a number of bird species.

Forget the ocean, let’s hunt some vistas. Road trip inland towards the Maloti-Drakensberg World Heritage Site before arriving at the rich emerald Giants Castle Nature Reserve. Meet our Anthropologist, Dr Jeremy Hollmann, who’ll help you unlock this mysterious and interesting place. Dr Hollmann will guide you through the rugged terrain to the Main Caves and delve deeper into the anthropology of the SAN people. At Main Caves you will have a chance to take in the exhibit which depicts SAN/Bushman as they are thought to have looked and lived. Tuck into lunch at the Nottingham Road Brewery (own cost) before journeying along the Midlands Meander. Visit to the internationally acclaimed Ardmore Ceramics where you can expect an exhibition of creativity. Finish the day with an iconic stop at the Nelson Mandela Capture Site for a peek into South African notorious history and a bucketlist photograph.

Get the best possible chance of seeing Africa's Big Five on this tour of Hluhluwe Imfolozi from Durban. Located just 2.5 hours outside of Durban, you'll get there quickly and won't spend a ton of time driving. Once there, embark on a safari game drive to see elephants, buffalo, rhinos, leopards, and lions. Listen to in-depth commentary from your guide as you travel on the local flora and fauna. This tour is perfect for those on a tight time schedule that want a true safari experience.

Spend a day exploring the 19th-century Anglo-Zulu battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift. Learn about the history of the battles that took place on 22 January 1879 and then see the landscape on which the fighting occurred.

Start the day strolling through Africa’s oldest surviving Botanical Gardens with a passionate horticulturalist tapping into its history and their unique collection. Meet the loneliest man on planet Earth and learn about the secret to invisibility. Yes you heard right. Drop in at the vibey suburb of Umhlanga Rocks en route for a spot of lunch at the award winning street food dive, CaneCutters, and taste Durban’s Indian Heritage (own cost). Bunny Chows are their speciality. Ready for an immersive primate experience? Monkeyland KZN is the world’s second free-roaming multi-species primate sanctuary offering a range of experiences including monkey safaris where you will encounter species such as capuchin monkeys, black-and-white ruffed lemurs, buff-cheeked gibbons and black howler monkeys in their forest home. Connect with your primate friends at leisure.

This tour suits solo travelers, families, couples and groups. Hiking in the Drakensberg Mountains offers a unique experience as you walk in the African forest. The area is home to some of the highest peaks in Southern Africa, with trails that lead through rugged cliffs, lush valleys, and ancient forests. The Drakensberg offers a variety of hiking trails suitable for different skill levels. The region is rich in biodiversity, with opportunities to spot wildlife such as elands, eagles, and baboons. This is a great tour. You will enjoy the tour.

See the big game animals and the picturesque countryside of the Kwa Zulu Natal Midlands at Natal Park. Travel on a closed safari through the park and discover elephants, jackal, zebra, wildebeest, monkeys, and more as they wander freely throughout the day, feeding, exploring, and simply enjoying a life protected from poachers. Then, visit the Tala Game Reserve to see various indigenous and migratory birds, giraffes on the plains, and hippos in the water.

This private cultural heritage tour invites you into the living traditions of the Zulu civilization. You will step into a reconstructed village that preserves social systems shaped over centuries. How did one of Africa’s largest cultural groups sustain its identity through time? Rhythmic dances echo ancestral rituals and communal life. Encounters with spiritual leaders reveal ancient healing practices rooted in nature. Traditional homesteads reflect architectural forms passed through generations. Ceremonial moments offer insight into beliefs that guide daily life. This immersive experience presents a rare connection to a heritage older than many modern societies. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.