All Durban Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Luxury Canal Boat Cruise - Fun Things Durban Ushaka

Relax in style on the Durban luxury Pontoon Boat Cruise. Durban Harbour is exciting & great way to see durban. See Harbour boats and yachts. Experience something great & get great pictures. The 1 Hour Harbour Boat Cruise on Pontoon is a great way to see the city from a different perspective. The boat ride is on a luxury pontoon boat that is comfortable and spacious, with plenty of seating. Your boat cruise with take you around the harbour showing of many boats, yachts, container ships and port operations, it is part of the ocean and you may be fortunate to see some of the marine life, like fish and dolphins. The cruise is a great way to relax, enjoy the beautiful scenery of Durban and take great pictures. The cruise is a great option for families, couples, and groups of friends. It is a fun and affordable way to see one of South Africa’s most beautiful cities.

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Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

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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.

Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour

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Pedal Boat Rides on Durban Point Waterfront Canals

Pedal Boats on The Point Waterfront Canals

Half Day Safari Tour from Durban

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Wherever you are in the Zulu Kingdom you are no more than 3 hours from Africa’s iconic Big 5. Today, however, you shall be a whole lot closer. It is a 05h00 start. As you know wildlife, especially predators, are most active around dawn and dusk. The Big 5 Bucketlist Safari gives you the best chance to see the Big 5 on a day tour within KwaZulu Natal. Enter into a Premier Private Game Reserve and meet your knowledgeable ranger. Listen to a briefing on game drive etiquette before you start your 3 hour morning safari. Your ranger will track wildlife while keeping tabs on sightings throughout the reserve giving you the best chance to be in the right place at the right time. This reserve only permits travellers staying at their luxury lodges to traverse the park, unless you’re with us of course. Time for lunch. After lunch we’re heading deeper into the reserve. Embark on another 3 hour game drive focusing on different game. At approximately 16h00 we will depart for Durban.

Durban: Big 5 Safari - Open Safari Vehicle at Exclusive Reserve

14 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $277

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

Durban City Sightseeing and Walking Tour

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3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

There's so much to see in KwaZulu-Natal, particularly the scenic Midlands region, that itinerary planning can be a major headache. Skip the stress when you book this full-day tour from Durban. Visit the Drakensberg Mountains and see UNESCO World Heritage-listed rock art, admire 310-foot (95-meter) Howick Falls; discover South Africa's turbulent 20th-century history at the Nelson Mandela Capture Site; and more.

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Drakensberg Mountains & Nelson Mandela Capture Site Full Day Safari

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Discover the incredible heritage of South Africa's Zulu people with a visit to Phezulu Cultural Village and Reptile Park. Depart Durban for KwaZulu-Natal's stunning Valley of 1000 Hills, where many Zulu people still reside. The park itself is known for its traditional beehive-shaped huts and hands-on experiences like Zulu spear making. Witness a colorful Zulu dance performance, then embark on an informative tour of the park's reptile portion where you'll learn first-hand about resident crocodiles and snakes, including the notorious green mamba.

Phezulu Cultural Village & Reptile Park Day Tour from Durban

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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The Sani Pass Full Day Tour departs from Durban to Underberg where your 4 x 4 tour begins. At Underberg, you are transferred into a 4 x 4 vehicle and from here you go up a gravel winding pass that is higher and steeper and much tougher than any of its Southern African competitors. This Pass offers the most exceptional views in South Africa. 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. As part of this tour, you visit a traditional Sotho village and interact with local Sotho people and learn about their culture. You also dine and drink in Africa's highest pub (own expense). This is an exceptional tour not to be missed.

Full Day Sani Pass and Lesotho Tour From Durban

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Half Day Durban City Tour

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3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Culture Walking Tour of Durban

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Escape the urban streets and stunning coast of Durban and venture into the Valley of 1000 Hills during this inland tour of villages and rural countryside. Make a stop at PheZulu, where you'll learn about culture and traditions that define the Zulu Nation. Interact with villages, purchase traditional items and make a stop at a nearby crocodile park. This comprehensive tour explores some of the top attractions just outside the city and includes transportation and a friendly local guide, too.

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Durban Shore Excursion: Valley of 1000 Hills and PheZulu Tour

3 hours 30 minutes

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Explore two countries in one day, without the hassle of planning logistics, on this 4x4 day trip into the mountain kingdom of Lesotho. Set out from Durban and pass through the exquisitely preserved Victorian city of Pietermaritzburg en route to the World Heritage Sani Pass, a steep pass rising 9,429 feet (2,870meters) above sea level. Once crossing the border (bring your passport), visit a traditional Sotho village filled with huts built around a central area filled with livestock.

Sani Pass & Lesotho 4x4 Experience Day Tour from Durban

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Durban Shore Excursion: Private Small Group Tala Game Reserve

6 hours

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Sani Pass Day Tour from Durban

1 dayFree Cancellation

This tour is suitable for groups, solo travelers, families and couples. You get to experience real African bush and wildlife at its natural habitat here. A huge favorite tour for many people as traveling is also not too much especially for those with limited time from cruise ship, etc... Tala Game Reserve is a wildlife haven, a beautiful game reserve with thick African bush and open spaces where wildlife can be found grazing. Enjoy a 4x4 Game drive as you get to see the rhino, giraffes, impalas, kudus, zebras and many other animals. There is more than 3000 different types of birds to be found here too. Natal Park is home to elephants. You will enjoy the short drive in this relatively smaller game reserve as you get to see the elephants."

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Half Day Tala Game Reserve and Natal Park from Durban

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Day 1 is spent at the world famous Isimangaliso Wetland Park. This is a world heritage site. Spend the day exploring the Wetlands, Game Viewing, Snorkeling through this wilderness of protected bays and wetlands wonder. Experience a hippo and croc boat cruise in St Lucia Estuary, the largest Estuary in Africa. Day 2 is spent at Africa's oldest game reserve, Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve where you have an opportunity to see Africa's Big 5 and much more. Game Drive in an open vehicle

2 Day Safari Isimangaliso Wetland Park & Hluhluwe Imfolozi from Durban

2 daysFree Cancellation

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This tour is suitable for solo travelers, couples, families and groups. A game safari in Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve is a truly special experience, offering an up-close encounter with South Africa’s remarkable wildlife in a setting rich with history and natural beauty. As the oldest game reserve in Africa, Hluhluwe Imfolozi is famed for its rolling landscapes, dense bush, and river valleys, where the "Big Five" – lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinos – roam freely. This park is particularly renowned for its conservation of endangered rhinos, making sightings of these magnificent creatures especially meaningful. Guided safaris through Hluhluwe Imfolozi are led by knowledgeable rangers, enhancing each sighting with insights into the park’s unique flora and fauna. With its commitment to conservation, breathtaking scenery, and exceptional wildlife, a safari here offers an unforgettable and immersive connection with South Africa’s natural heritage.

Hluhluwe Imfolozi Big 5 Game Reserve Tour from Durban

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the Sani Pass Tour to Lesotho gives you the opportunity to experience an adventure of a lifetime – a comfortable and exciting journey up this famous pass. Starting off in Durban, our tour heads up through the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, to the picturesque town of Underberg. This is where the real adventure begins. Our luxury Sani Pass tour snakes up the mountain and takes you through a scenic valley along a crystal clear river, making for a breath-taking experience. Your personal Tour Guide will fill you in on all you can learn about the history of the pass and the surrounding area. Feast your eyes on the natural landscape that is dotted with many species of wildflowers, creating splashes of vibrant colors. The road itself is rough which is why only 4×4 vehicles are allowed to traverse it, but because of this and the hairpin bends, you are in for a fun and heart-racing trip. Enjoy a drink or 2 at the highest pub in Africa

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Sani Pass Lesotho Full Day 4 x 4 Tour From Durban

Visit the Isandlwana Battlefields, where South African and British Colonial history was made in a major battle, on this full-day tour from Durban. With an historian guide to lead you, you'll learn about the great battle between the Zulu warriors and British troops in 1879. Stop at Rorke's Drift to visit the museum, as well as Buffalo River for lunch and refreshments. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation included.

Isandlwana, Rorkes Drift and Fugitives Drift Battlefields Day Tour from Durban

14 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $245

Embark on an exciting game safari in Tala Game Reserve, a scenic wildlife sanctuary just outside Durban, known for its rich biodiversity and serene landscapes. As you journey through the reserve keep an eye out for a variety of animals including giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and numerous antelope species, all thriving in their natural habitat. After the game drive, continue to Phezulu Safari Park, nestled in the Valley of a Thousand Hills, where cultural and wildlife experiences come alive. Here, immerse yourself in the rhythms and energy of traditional Zulu dance performances, offering an authentic glimpse into South Africa’s cultural heritage. Conclude your visit with a tour of the reptile park. Enjoy: -The game safari at Tala Game Reserve - Experience African traditional dances at Phezulu Safari Park - Tour of the Reptile Park in Phezulu Safari Park

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Tala Game Reserve Half Day Safari from Durban

Discover Rorkes Drift on our Day Tour from Durban

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What are people saying about Durban

John_D, Apr 2026

Once in a lifetime

A brilliant insight into a part of British history. Our tour guide had knowledge and background details that were fascinating about both of these famous and infamous battles. Amazing stories of heroism and giving an insight into Colonial mentality and also the Zulu world. I would encourage anyone interested in history to take this tour. It might be a long drive there and back but not to go then you would live with regret.

Isandlwana, Rorkes Drift and Fugitives Drift Battlefields Day Tour from Durban

sheilamilward, Mar 2026

Milward

This was a 70th Birthday present holiday for my husband and this tour was the highlight of the holiday. What a thought provoking and poignant visit. You felt like you were walking on sacred ground. Our guide Zamani Shelembe a Zulu himself, gave us a warmth and depth knowledge of these incredible battles and we felt privileged to have such a friendly guide helping us to enjoy this tour to the best experience. Would definitely recommend both Zamani and this tour operator.

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

Yafen_X, Feb 2026

Seeing and getting to know the true colours of Durban

We really enjoyed the tour. It's easy to arrange and communicate via the booking platform to WhatsApp. Johnny is a lovely and knowledgeable person, who walked us through the local markets as well as having the local tasty food. We definitely highly recommend them to whoever coming to visit Durban.

Top 10 Things to do in Durban City Tour

Kevin_M, Nov 2025

Apartheid - a fresh view.

This provides multiple insights into the life & history of Durban. The Apartheid Museum was confronting, but essential for an understanding of the history of South Africa. We had a Zulu man as our guide - his name translated to English means Wonderman - he was very passionate about life now in South Africa.

Sani Pass & Lesotho 4x4 Experience Day Tour from Durban

Alan_K, Nov 2025

Exceptional experience

This was definitely one the best experiences I've had in my 2.5 months in South Africa. The views were absolutely spectacular and my guide and driver Wonder, was exceptional. It is a long drive but the company had a very well maintained, clean 4x4 and Wonder was very accommodating to multiple stops along the way for toilet and snack breaks. Highly Recommend this trip with 1st Zulu Safaris

Full Day Sani Pass and Lesotho Tour From Durban

Gabor_B, Oct 2025

It will be a long and...

It will be a long and exhausting trip if you start and end in Durban. Great guides, scenery, adventure. A little bit too much admin to cross and come back to SA, after driving 2km in Lesotho. Village visit (with presentation about Lesotho), visit in the bar/restaurant were both well organized. Bring some little cash with you to help Lesotho people in the village. And a little bit more cash to buy blankets from them. Picnick on the way back was a special surprise. Thank you!

Safari & PheZulu Village Day Tour from Durban

Michael_C, Aug 2025

A Must for Exploring the Culture and Nature of KZN.

The entire experience was exceptionally well coordinated and thoughtfully engaging from start to finish. It offered the perfect balance of cultural immersion and natural exploration, allowing us to truly appreciate the unique beauty and heritage of KwaZulu-Natal. Every detail felt intentional — from the seamless organization of activities to the warm hospitality we received along the way. What made this trip particularly special was the extra care the operators showed. Not only did they guide us through remarkable cultural sites and breathtaking landscapes, but they also went above and beyond by assisting with transportation arrangements. Their attention to safety and comfort gave us complete peace of mind, which allowed us to fully relax and enjoy the journey. Overall, it was an unforgettable trip that left us with lasting memories and a much deeper appreciation for the people, history, and environment of KZN. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone seeking a meaningful and well-curated way to explore the region.