Top Durban Bus Tours - page 3

This comprehensive tour offers an excellent overview of the KwaZulu-Natal region. Stops include the Gandhi statue and City Hall in the capital city of Pietermaritzburg (the largest brick building in the southern hemisphere), the Nelson Mandela capture site statue and Apartheid Museum, and Howick Falls. You will also take a lengthy hike in Kamberg Nature Reserve to view ancient sandstone rock art.

Spend the day adventuring in Durban, and discover the big game and wildlife that call the Tala reserve home. Spot giraffes, zebras, hippo, and rhino on your safari journey, and look to the skies and the watering holes to find many of the area’s indigenous birds. At the Phezulu Cultural Village, meet local people and enjoy a traditional dance performance by Zulu dancers. Visit the reptile center to see crocodiles, lizards, and snakes, and learn about the area’s vast biodiversity.

This private cultural walking tour in Durban reveals a city shaped by layered history and vibrant heritage. You will explore historic streets where colonial architecture meets African identity. At City Hall, discover civic traditions that shaped modern Durban. What stories shaped this coastal gateway long before modern nations emerged? A scenic ascent offers sweeping views over the Indian Ocean skyline. Along the Golden Mile, feel the rhythm of a revitalized promenade. Botanical gardens from the 19th century present rare plant collections once studied for medicine. In local markets, traditional craftsmanship reflects enduring cultural practices. The KwaMuhle Museum shares powerful narratives of transformation and resilience. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

The 7 Day Garden Route Tour from Durban to Cape Town offers a relaxed way to view this most scenic area and our overnight accommodations add to the comfort and luxury. Included on this Tour is: - Wine Tasting at Benguela Cove Wine Estate - Addo National park - game safari - Drakensberg Mountains - Mandela Capture Site - Howick Falls - Airconditioned vehicle - Opportunity for whale watching - A Robberg Nature Reserve - hiking - Knysna Heads - Knysna Quays Waterfront - Plettenberg Bay and more

Spend a day exploring the best of Durban on this small-group sightseeing tour. Highlights include a stroll through the Durban Botanic Gardens, one of the oldest in Africa, a walk through the city’s historic center, and time to shop at the bustling Zulu markets. You also take a drive along the Golden Mile for beautiful views of the ocean.

Enjoy a full day of game viewing in a 96’000 hectare wildlife sanctuary for the opportunity of spotting animals including the Big Five. The Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve is renowned for its conservation efforts in saving the white rhino from extinction. Early morning departure from Durban and travel approximately 3 hours to the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve. Spend the day searching for the Big Five and various other game species. Stop for lunch at Hilltop camp which superb views of the park Depart the park by 15h30 to return to Durban in the late afternoon. Safari is on open safari vehicles in the park.

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.

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.

The Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise in St Lucia Estuary offers a thrilling way to experience the rich wildlife of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park in South Africa. On this guided boat tour, you will glide along the estuary's waters, home to one of the largest populations of hippos and Nile crocodiles in Africa. As you navigate the serene waters, you'll have the opportunity to see these magnificent creatures up close, along with a variety of bird species such as fish eagles, kingfishers, and herons. The knowledgeable guides provide insightful commentary on the ecosystem and its inhabitants, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of this unique environment. The cruise is perfect for nature enthusiasts and photographers, offering stunning views and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

An ‘Inyanga’ or ‘Sangoma’ is a traditional healer or shaman belonging to Africa’s Zulu tribe. On this tour, enjoy the rare opportunity to receive a personal consultation with a real Inyanga and experience the time-honored methods including plant and herbal medicines, prayer, and bone throwing, to connect with your ancestors and heal your ailments.

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.

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.

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.

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. You will enjoy the spectacular views of the Drakensberg Mountains. Also experience hiking in this area and see the many different plants, rocks, trees, grass and everything this area has to offer. Also see the Howick Falls and the world renowned Nelson Mandela Sculpture on this tour. To cap it all up, you will be accommodated in very comfortable accommodation.

The views along the pass are out of this world as you sit on the 4x4 watching. At the top of Sani Pass, at a height of 3240 metres / 9900 feet is the “Highest Pub in Africa” where you will be given time to enjoy a warm pub meal. Your tour guide will take you to a local’s home near the pub to introduce you to a Basotho people in a local village. There you will see how the Basotho people of Lesotho live. Thereafter you will make your way down Sani’s Pass and cross the boarder back into South Africa and head back to Durban.

Spend a whole day exploring the epic beauty of the Drakensberg mountains on a tour that takes in as much of the World Heritage Site as possible. Visit the Bushman cave paintings and look upon art that was created 2000 years ago by natives to South Africa. Enjoy endless views of the hills and valleys as you travel, then head back to Durban to see the Nelson Mandela Capture Site sculpture and monument.

Escape the city for a day exploring St Lucia Wetlands Park (iSimangaliso Wetland Park), a vast natural wetland that's also South Africa's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Depart Durban for a 2-hour boat ride through the park's estuary, keeping an eye out for resident crocs and hundreds of hippos as you float along. This massive estuary is also a bird-lover's paradise, with flamingos, kingfishers, eagles and more.

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.

Discover the “cultural melting pot” of South Africa when you take this city tour through Durban. Join a small group and explore the highlights of the busy metropolis from its beachfront and Blue Lagoon area to its historical monuments and city center. Bargain for goods like a local at the Indian Market and see beautiful plants and flowers at the botanical gardens.

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.

Self-driving South Africa can be dangerous and stressful. Relax and soak up the views—yet still enjoy a vehicle just for your group—on this private Durban–Cape Town road trip, with accommodation, breakfast, water, and entrance fees included. Look for the Big Five in safari in Tsitsikamma National Park; sample Western Cape wines at Benguela Cove Wine Estate; visit Plettenberg Bay, Hermanus, Knysna, and Mossel Bay; and hike to Hole in the Wall.

This tour is suitable for groups, solo travelers, families and couples. You get to experience real African bush and wildlife at its natural habitat. A huge favorite tour for many people. A combination of Tala Game Reserve and Natal Lion Park makes you see so much wildlife including some of the big 5 - lion, elephant and rhino within a fairly short time. You will absolutely love the bush settings at these 2 reserves. Wonderful birds and trees, a real African setting. You are guaranteed to see 95% of the wildlife in your tour of Tala Game Reserve and Natal Lion Park game reserves.

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.

If you haven’t got the time to spend on an overnight trip to a national park, spend the day at Durban’s Tala Game Reserve, and see rhino, hippos, zebra and giraffe from the safety of your safari vehicles. Take photos and learn about the wildlife in the park, and spot colorful birds and enjoy the natural scenery out in the bush.