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Soak up the magic of Durban’s waterfront by night as you glide down the canals in a Venetian-style gondola. Let the glittering lights of Durban Point Waterfront, one of South Africa’s most celebrated new developments, slip by as you slide below bridges and down elegant waterways. Escape the bustle of the city for half an hour, with plenty to do once you return.

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.

Cruise the Durban Point waterfront on an African gondola. One of South Africa’s most dynamic property development and investment projects, the waterfront is home to  A-list residents, upscale shops and boutiques, and scenic views. Look for marine life in the canal and the many bridges along the route, which make for great photos.

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.

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.

Discover the best that Durban, South Africa has to offer on this sightseeing tour through the city. In just a few hours, visit the city’s top sights including the Victoria Street Market, Moses Mabhida Stadium, the botanical gardens, and city hall. You also get free time to purchase a meal or walk around the uShaka Village Walk shopping mall.

Durban Point Waterfront is known for its canals—which are protected as they are home to over 30 different species of fish. With this pedal boat adventure, get out on the water, exercise, and most importantly—have fun. You can go at your own pace and enjoy an activity that’s great for couples and families alike, as each boat can accommodate two adults and two children.

Save time and cover South Africa's wildlife and Zulu culture in one day on this tour from Durban. Start at the Tala Game Reserve and afterward, the Phezulu Cultural Village and African Raptor Centre. Here, enjoy an immersive Zulu cultural experience complete with a traditional dance performance.

Drift down the Durban waterfront canal aboard a gondola boat on this tour. Relax while the experienced gondolier navigates the waterfront canals; your only job is to relax and take in the scenery. Eat a picnic lunch, consisting of local cheeses, juice, biscuits, and chocolates, out of a wicker basket made by the local Society for the Blind.

Escape the city and embark on a journey into the rolling hillsides of South Africa's Natal Midlands. You'll venture into the Tala Game Reserve, where you'll have a chance to explore the privately-owned eco estate known for its wildlife and birds. It's the perfect way to enjoy spectacular scenery and African wildlife in a close-top safari vehicle.

Step back in time to the days when the British and Zulu were warring against each other on this day trip from Durban. Visit the Rorkes Drift and Isandlwana battlefield sites to learn about the 1879 Anglo-Zulu War that changed the course of South African history forever. You also learn about the events that led up to that war for a better understanding of the country’s history.

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.

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.

This is one of the most popular tours as it takes you to 3 different game reserves all within the same day. You are also guaranteed to see the various types of animals namely the lions, elephants, rhino, giraffe, zebra, kudu, and many more. -Game safari in Tala Game Reserve -African traditional dances in Phezulu Safari -African village in Phezulu Safari -See lions and elephants in Natal Lion Park

This tour includes 3 nature reserves, Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve, Durban Botanical Gardens and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve which are 3 gems with different types of bird life and picturesque views, if you are a bird watcher and you are around Durban this is the tour for you.

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.

Take a walk on the wild side during this round-trip tour of Lake Eland and Oribi Gorge from Durban. Forget the Big 5, while trekking through Oribi Gorge in KwaZulu-Natal National Park you’ll have a chance to see African wildlife found nowhere else. This photographer’s paradise comprises lush forests, and spectacular canyons carved out by raging rivers. While exploring, keep an eye out for the elusive Oribi antelope for which the gorge is named.

Experience the KwaZulu-Natal midlands and the Sani Pass on this full-day tour from Durban. With hotel pickup and drop-off, you're ensured a stress-free experience riding in the back of a capable 4-WD vehicle with a small group of just eight people or fewer. Learn about the history, culture, and people of Lesotho through guided commentary while getting epic views and photo ops of the panoramic vistas on the Sani Pass and in Underberg.

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.

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.

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.

From Durban, the Sani Pass Tour gives you the opportunity to experience an adventure of a lifetime – an exciting journey up this famous pass. The tour heads up through KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, to the picturesque town of Underberg. This is where the real adventure begins. The 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 Guide will fill you in on full details of the Tour. Feast your eyes on the natural landscape that is dotted with many species of wildflowers, creating splashes of vibrant colors. The road is rough 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. Breathe in the fresh mountain air, drink in the sweeping vistas that are nothing short of majestic, sip a glass of wine at the highest pub in Africa and enjoy this unique African experience in Lesotho – ‘Kingdom of the Sky’.