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Safaris, cultural tours, adventures, and hidden gems across South Africa.

14 experiences found

Drakensberg Mountains
Adventure
3hrs from Durban

Drakensberg Mountains

uKhahlamba-Drakensberg, KZN

The Drakensberg range is a UNESCO World Heritage Site of towering basalt cliffs, ancient San rock art, crystal rivers, and world-class hiking. A natural wonder of South Africa.

1โ€“3 daysยทFrom R500pp
Book via GetYourGuide โ†’
Lake St Lucia Hippo & Croc Cruise
Safari & Wildlife
3.5hrs from Durban

Lake St Lucia Hippo & Croc Cruise

St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal

Cruise the St Lucia Estuary in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park โ€” a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to hippos, crocodiles, pelicans, and one of Africa's richest ecosystems.

2 hoursยทFrom R300pp
Book via Viator โ†’
Nambiti Game Reserve
Safari & Wildlife
3hrs from Durban

Nambiti Game Reserve

KwaZulu-Natal Midlands

A boutique private game reserve set in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands with the Big Five and no crowds. One of SA's best-kept safari secrets.

2+ nightsยทFrom R4,500pp per night
Book via Nambiti Hills โ†’
Sani Pass 4x4 Adventure
Adventure
3hrs from Durban

Sani Pass 4x4 Adventure

Southern Drakensberg, KZN

Climb the legendary Sani Pass in a 4x4 to the roof of the Drakensberg โ€” crossing into Lesotho at 2,874m, visiting a Basotho village, and stopping at the highest pub in Africa.

Full dayยทFrom R650pp
Book via Sani Pass Tours โ†’
The Sardine Run
Safari & Wildlife
KZN South Coast

The Sardine Run

KZN South Coast & Wild Coast

One of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth โ€” billions of sardines migrate north along the KZN coast each June-July, followed by sharks, dolphins, and diving gannets in a feeding frenzy.

5โ€“7 daysยทFrom R2,500pp
Book via Oceans Africa โ†’
Crocodile Creek, Durban
Safari & Wildlife
30min from Durban

Crocodile Creek, Durban

Salt Rock, KwaZulu-Natal

Get up close to over 2,000 Nile crocodiles and alligators on guided tours at this family-friendly wildlife sanctuary south of Durban, with live feeding shows daily.

1โ€“2 hoursยทFrom R150pp
Book via Durban Tourism โ†’
Eat a Bunny Chow in Durban
Food & WineCultural
Central Durban

Eat a Bunny Chow in Durban

Durban CBD & surrounds

No visit to Durban is complete without a bunny chow โ€” a hollowed-out half loaf of bread filled with spicy curry, born in the Indian Quarter and beloved across South Africa.

1 hourยทFrom R65
Book via Culture Trip Guide โ†’
Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve
Safari & Wildlife
3hrs from Durban

Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve

Hluhluwe, KwaZulu-Natal

One of Africa's oldest game reserves and the birthplace of rhino conservation. Self-drive or join a guided safari through bush teeming with the Big Five and over 80 mammal species.

Full day โ€“ 2 daysยทFrom R350pp entry
Book via SANParks โ†’
Midlands Meander
Food & WineMarkets
1.5hrs from Durban

Midlands Meander

KwaZulu-Natal Midlands

A self-drive route through the misty KZN Midlands passing over 150 craft studios, farm stalls, cheese makers, trout fishing spots, and cosy country restaurants.

Full dayยทSelf-drive (free)
Book via Midlands Meander โ†’
Shongweni Farmers & Craft Market
Markets
45min from Durban

Shongweni Farmers & Craft Market

Shongweni Valley, KwaZulu-Natal

Every Saturday morning, over 250 traders gather in the Shongweni Valley for one of KZN's best farmers markets โ€” fresh produce, handmade crafts, and live music.

Saturdays, 7amโ€“1pmยทFree entry
Book via Shongweni Market โ†’
Sibaya Casino & Entertainment
Family
20min from Durban

Sibaya Casino & Entertainment

Umdloti, KwaZulu-Natal

Set in the lush green hills above the KZN north coast, Sibaya combines a casino, restaurants, spa, theatre productions, and family activities with sweeping Indian Ocean views.

Half day โ€“ Full dayยทFree entry (pay per activity)
Book via Sun International โ†’
uShaka Marine World
FamilyAdventure
Central Durban

uShaka Marine World

Durban Golden Mile, KZN

Africa's largest marine theme park combines thrilling water slides, a world-class aquarium, and shark and dolphin encounters on Durban's Golden Mile beachfront.

Full dayยทFrom R290pp
Book via uShaka Marine World โ†’
Valley of a Thousand Hills
Cultural
30min from Durban

Valley of a Thousand Hills

Valley of a Thousand Hills, KZN

A 30-minute drive from Durban into rolling green hills and rural Zulu homesteads. Guided tours reveal traditional crafts, dance, and everyday life in the valley.

Half dayยทFrom R500pp
Book via Viator โ†’
Victoria Street Indian Quarter
CulturalMarkets
Central Durban

Victoria Street Indian Quarter

Victoria Street, Durban CBD

Durban's Victoria Street Market is a riot of colour, spice, and culture โ€” the heart of the city's Indian quarter. Pick up spices, saris, and traditional medicines.

2โ€“3 hoursยทFree entry
Book via Durban Tourism โ†’