Day Tours - Durban - Southern Africa

 
 
Day Tours in Durban
 
   
 Durban City Tour
Half Day  
Durban City Tour   Highlights
• Drive along the ‘Golden Mile’ (Beach front area).
• Learn about the City Hall and its humorous history.
• Visit the Phansi Museum - home to a collection of Southern African artifacts and traditions, including beadworks,headrests, Zulu clay pots and various other treasures. (Closed on Sundays).
• Stop at Durban’s Botanic Gardens, founded in 1849 and home to a fine mix of African, Asian and American trees.
• Discover the rich Ind
   Tour Overview
The ideal introductory tour of Durban, which has been shaped by the early Colonial settlers, the indigenous Zulu population and the Indians who arrived as indentured laborers in the 19th Century - this is truly a city of contrasts.
 

Departs:
Daily between 08h30 - 09h00

Returns:
Approx 12h00

Validity:
01 November 2009 - 31 October 2010
  Price:  
ZAR  325-00
     
 uShaka Marine World
Half Day  
uShaka Marine World   Highlights
• Packed with over 30 indoor and outdoor themed exhibits.
• View exhibits of South Africa’s unique Indian and Atlantic Ocean marine life.
• Home to Africa’s largest dolphinarium.
• Enjoy the spectacular and entertaining dolphin, seal and penguin shows.
   Tour Overview
Explore the wonders of ocean life at Durban's exciting world-class facility - uShaka Marine World.
 

Departs:
Daily between 13h30 - 14h00

Returns:
Approx 17h00

Validity:
01 November 2009 - 31 October 2010
  Price:  
ZAR  425-00
     
 Drakensberg World Heritage Tour
Full Day  
Drakensberg World Heritage Tour   Highlights
• Enjoy a 3km round trip hike to the site of the caves adorned with the Bushmen’s legacy (average level of fitness required).
• Guided tour of the Bushman paintings, dating back 2 000 years.
• After working up an appetite, enjoy a hearty lunch, which is included.
• Return to Durban via the Midlands Meander Route, with its many craft and farmers markets.
   Tour Overview
As if the stunning mountain scenery of the Drakensberg Mountains were not enough, our visit to the World Heritage Site of Giant's Castle incorporates a viewing of the enigmatic Bushman paintings.
 

Departs:
Tue, Thu & Sat between 06h00 - 06h30

Returns:
Approx 17h30

Validity:
01 November 2009 - 31 October 2010
  Price:  
ZAR  1400-00
     
 Shakaland Tour
Full Day  
Shakaland Tour   Highlights
• Sample some traditional Zulu beer.
• Enjoy the grace and energy of the Zulu dancers.
• Witness the skill and artistry that goes into spear, shield, beadwork, pot making and the building of their huts.
• Visit an iSangoma (witchdoctor).
• A delicious lunchtime feast is included.
   Tour Overview
Experience traditional Zulu culture and customs at the largest Zulu kraal in all of Zululand, packed into one exhilarating day.
 

Departs:
Mon, Wed & Fri between 08h30 - 08h45

Returns:
Approx 17h00

Validity:
01 November 2009 - 31 October 2010
  Price:  
ZAR  1060-00
     
 Durban Highlights Tour
Full Day  
Durban Highlights Tour   Highlights
• Drive along the ‘Golden Mile’ (Beachfront area).
• Visit the Phansi Museum – home to a collection of Southern African artifacts and traditions, including beadworks, headrests, Zulu clay pots and various other treasures. (Closed on Sundays).
• Stop at Durban’s Botanic Gardens, founded in 1849 and home to a fine mix of African, Asian and American trees.
• Discover the rich Indian history of Durban and enjoy a taste of the unique &lsqu
   Tour Overview
Enjoy a full day tour discovering the cultural and historical contrasts of the city, before being enthralled at Durban's hottest attraction; uShaka Marine World.
 

Departs:
Daily between 08h30 - 09h00

Returns:
Approx 17h00

Validity:
01 November 2009 - 31 October 2010
  Price:  
ZAR  680-00
     
 Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park Tour
Full Day  
Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park Tour   Highlights
• The reserve is home to 84 species of game, including the ‘Big Five’.
• There is an impressive 425 different types of birds,at last count!
• Lunch at Hilltop Camp (or similar) included.
• Hilly terrain affords some of the most incredible views over the reserve.

* Optional open safari vehicle game drive is available at a surcharge.
   Tour Overview
Spend a day on safari in the magical Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park, the oldest proclaimed reserve in Africa and famous for its highly successful white rhino conservation programme.
 

Departs:
Tue, Thu & Sat between 07h00 - 07h15

Returns:
Approx 19h00

Validity:
01 November 2009 - 31 October 2010
  Price:  
ZAR  1440-00
     
 Isandlwana & Rorke's Drift Tour
Full Day  
Isandlwana & Rorke's Drift Tour   Highlights
• Visit the eerie battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift.
• Lunch is included.
• View some of the most spectacular scenery in KwaZulu-Natal.
* A specialist Battlefield Guide is available at a surcharge on request.
   Tour Overview
KwaZulu-Natal is rich in Anglo-Zulu war history, where two of the most famous battles fought between the Zulu and British Armies have taken place.
 

Departs:
Wed & Fri between 06h15 - 06h45

Returns:
Approx 19h30

Validity:
01 November 2009 - 31 October 2010
  Price:  
ZAR  1725-00
     
 Sani Pass & Lesotho Tour
Full Day  
Sani Pass & Lesotho Tour   Highlights
• Drive through the rolling hills of the Midlands to the town of Underberg.
• Board a 4x4 vehicle, the only means by which to tackle the Sani Pass.
• Enter the Kingdom of Lesotho - another stamp for your passport!
• Visit a nearby Sotho Village, for a taste of local culture.
• Enjoy a light lunch in the highest pub in Africa, with incredible views.
• Visit the magnificant Howick Waterfall on your return (time permitting).
   Tour Overview
For those with a sense of adventure, a 4x4 drive up the highest road pass in Africa will certainly provide you with a small dose of adrenalin. For your efforts, it will reward you with its breathtaking scenery.
Note: A passport is required & visa conditions may apply
 

Departs:
Mon, Wed & Fri between 06h00 - 06h30

Returns:
Approx 19h00

Validity:
01 November 2009 - 31 October 2010
  Price:  
ZAR  1445-00
     
 

 

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