Safari & PheZulu Village Day Tour from Durban
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Durban, South Africa
- 8 to 9 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Enjoy a trip out of the city with a mini safari day tour from Durban
- Experience numerous wildlife parks, including Tala Game Reserve
- An ideal excursion for families that highlights both South Africa's nature and culture
- Includes all entry fees and the expertise of a guide
What's Included
- Collection and drop off from Durban in an Air-conditioned vehicle
- Qualified Tour Guide
- Pickup and drop-off from Hotels and Cruise Ships
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Pick-up point at 1st Zulu Safaris Office at Tropicana Hotel,85 OR Tambo Parade we also do pick-up at the Durban Harbour passenger Terminal or any pick-up at a 5km radius from Tropicana Hotel. For special pick-up arrangements contact +27 827766771/31-3373103. PIckup time is flexible for this tour and start anytime between 07:30am to 13:00pm Email:info@zulusafaris.com
Operating hours.7:30 am
Itinerary
1
African Raptor Centre
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Tala Private Game Reserve
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Phezulu Safari Park
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- DEPARTURE TIME: From 07:30
- RETURN TIME: Approximately 16:30
- CLOTHING: Comfortable clothing, Hat, Sunscreen, Jacket.
- Polish and German languages can be requested
- If you are using a wheelchair, please contact the local partner for type of disability and size of wheelchair
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 54 reviews
Jill_N, Feb 2026
Buleh, our guide was first rate. My friend is disabled so we were given a private car and Buleh helped with everything - including pushing him round the reptile park. He was very informative and a delight to be with and we thoroughly enjoyed our brief but colourful introduction to PheZulu life, culture and wildlife. A truly memorable day!
Michael_C, Aug 2025
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.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thanks for choosing us to care of you, for the experience and hope to host you again next time you are in Durban
allisonra_p, May 2025
The tour was amazing got to see Lions, feed elephants, saw the zebra and giraffe very close buy and many more. Our guide Thamy was very attentive all by all a highly recommend tour.
Response from Host, May 2025
Thanks for the wonderful review and we are so glad that the tour was worth it for you
Claudette_U, Jul 2024
Had the best time with the elephants! And our guide was patient and really king, best experience everp
Kelly_C, Dec 2023
Incredible from beginning to end! Experience was exactly as described online and our guide, Fortune, was the cherry on top! He was thorough, friendly, and experienced - felt like we spent the day with a friend.
Logistics were easy, guide was superb, and it was absolutely worth every penny. Dont second guess - just book it!
Response from Host, Jan 2024
Thanks for the wonderful review and hope to host you next time you are in Durban.
simon_j, Sep 2023
we got to feed an elephant and got so close we could stroke it, it was an experince to get so close to lions giraffe and all the different types of antelope and see the hippos not counting to see a zulu village and meet them and see their dances a once in a life time experince Freddy our tour guide was brilliant would definite recommend Zulu Safaris as the best tour company here
Response from Host, Oct 2023
Thank you so much for that review and highly appreciate making us the recommended tour company to assist people with tours from Durban, South Africa and hope to host you next time you are in Durban
harvey_k, Apr 2023
This was the best safari day. Saw so many things... elephants, zebras, giraffes, snakes, crocodiles. Got to actually stand next to a few elephants and feed them apples. Amazing. Our tour guide could not have been better.
Response from Host, Apr 2023
Thank you for this wonderful review.
It is much appreciated!
Jazz_R, Jan 2023
We are a Canadian/European couple, and we took a Safari tour with Zulu Safaris in Durban on Christmas Eve, 2022.
We have had a wonderful time on our Safari Tour! We have seen a lot and had a great experience. Our driver and guide Alain was brilliant! Very knowledgeable, skilled driver, friendly and approachable. Answering all of our questions, catering to our needs. He was providing us with so much information! We will never forget amazing experience with elephants that he arranged for us!! It was incredible, unforgettable! We felt very safe with him.
It was a right choice of the company and guide and we highly recommend! THANK YOU guys!!!
Response from Host, Feb 2023
Thank you for review we are glad you enjoy your self , we will let Freddy and Ailain know about your
kind words. when you visit Durban we'll be more than happy host you again.
Marianne_G, Mar 2020
Great wildlife sights, especially the elephants, comfy aircondit. bus. If you're Aussie don't bother with the crocs, but excellent opportunity to "cuddle" a snake - brilliant! The Zulu show was perfunctory (expected though, considering the tourist crowds
H
appy overall with this park.
celinelegare7, Jan 2020
Met and exceeded all our expectations. Freddy is an excellent guide and driver. Nice and impeccable jeep. Freddy is extremely pleasant and very attentive to our needs. Made our day interesting and pleasant. Highly recommended.
Shekinah_V, Jul 2019
For a one-day excursion overall this was a great experience. As I only had a couple days to take a safari - this tour provided a chance to see elephants, giraffe's, springbok's, gazelles, birds or prey, reptiles, etc. as well as some traditional history. We also saw lions (not in a free/wild setting) and rhinos/hippos (they were sleeping and not really visible - so that was a little disappointing. I am grateful for the experience - and particularly our guide (Freddy) when out of his way to make the tour great and ensure we saw as many animals as possible. Thank you!
Response from Host, Aug 2019
Thanks you so much for good and lucrative feedback.
Providing excellent services to all our valuable clients is our main priority and which we hope to achieve. Viewing all animals is possible but it is not guarantee to see all of them. Once again thank you so much for choosing us and . We hope to host you again.
Melvin_G, Apr 2019
This is an excellent tour, especially for a first Safari. It was easy to moderate physical, and encountered numerous big and small game. Our guide, Ndu Nene, was Zulu and extremely knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend this as a first Safari.
Response from Host, Jun 2019
Thank you so much with your positive review and is highly appreciated. We hope to host again.
Kind regards
Zulu Safaris
Maggie_T, Mar 2019
Guide was great and very knowledgeable the tour was well organized with travelers from all over the World.
Response from Host, Jun 2019
Thank you so much for your positive feedback.
We hope will host you again.
Kind regards
Zulu Safaris
Catherine_C, Oct 2017
We had just one free day in Durban, so decided to do the Mini Safari Tour. It was well worth the money - our guide Christo was friendly and knowledgeable, and went out of his way to make our day a success. He even lent his jacket to my friend when the weather turned cold! The lion park was a highlight, and we were glad we had Christo driving us rather than trying to do it ourselves - he knew exactly when to stop and let the lions get close to the car, and when it was time to move away. The same was true of our elephant encounter, which was just magical. We also saw zebras, hippos, impalas, giraffes, monkeys... The Zulu village was interesting too, as was the bird sanctuary. I'd highly recommend this tour!
Antionette Y, Jul 2016
My trip was amazing. I booked through trip advisor last minute. They gave me everything I needed-- a nice tour, comfort, courtesy and a few laughs along the way. I would do it again!
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