SOUTH AFRICA · TOURS IN DURBAN
Every trip has one free day too few. These 9 tours in Durban justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Cruise Durban Harbor for 30 minutes with an English-speaking skipper who explains the port, ships, cargo, and tugboats. You may pass Maydon Wharf or the container terminal, with coastal views possible in good weather. Bring sunscreen, binoculars, and your own drinks. Children under 12 receive life jackets.
“Awesome experience couldn't ask for more. customer service exceeded my expectations”
From Wilson’s Wharf, you’ll cruise Durban’s working harbor and shoreline for one hour with an experienced crew, music, and live commentary in English, Afrikaans, or Zulu. Expect ship traffic, beachfront views, skyline photos, and possible ocean spray. Boats vary, and rough seas may keep the trip inside the harbor.
“it was very good, it was the first time for my wife riding on a boat, and she enjoyed it. also the guide is so much well informed and clued up about the harbor.”
You’ll circle Durban Point’s canals aboard a comfortable pontoon boat, passing uShaka Marine World, Ithala Trade Centre, harbor buildings, and city views. English-speaking guides such as Troy, Thami, Siya, and Samuel add history, jokes, safety advice, and help with photos. The cruise lasts 30 minutes and costs $9 per person.
“The trip was amazing ,thanks to the driver.He made us to enjoy the ride.”
Spend one hour aboard a comfortable pontoon boat with an English-speaking guide and skipper. Cruise Durban Harbor past yachts, container ships, working docks, and the beachfront. Bring your own drinks and snacks, and you may hear music, spot marine life, or have photos taken by the crew. The trip begins and ends at Wilson's Wharf.
“It was nice cruising and the captain together with his cru were friendly”
Board an African gondola at Zulumoon Gondolas near uShaka Marine World for a 30-minute ride along Durban’s Point Waterfront Canal. You’ll pass bridges and waterfront sights with an English- or Zulu-speaking guide. Guides such as Talent, Bongani, and Rodney are known for friendly service and taking memorable photos.
“I am a local, and boy was i impressed. Definitely value for money, beautiful experience highly recommended 👌 friendly guide and so helpful. Offered to take our pic and made us feel so safe. Will definitely go back again and again and AGAIN...made my day!”
Leave Durban for Tala Game Reserve, a 3,000-hectare rhino sanctuary where you may see giraffes, hippos, eland, zebras, elephants, and many birds. A guide such as Freddy, Thami, Fortune, or Zamani leads the drive, followed by the African Raptor Centre, home to more than 100 rescued birds of prey.
“Excellent and very enjoyable day provided by Aaron, who went out of his way to ensure we all had a good view and interaction with the many animals.”
See Durban with a local guide such as Freddy, Zamani, Imani, or Fortune, combining city-center walking, Victoria Street markets, the KwaMuhle Museum, Botanical Garden, Golden Mile, Moses Mabhida Stadium, and harbour. You get transport, entry fees, and hotel pickup, but lunch and the stadium SkyCar cost extra.
“Very informative . Guide very knowledgeable and showed us both sides of Durban which we were happy we had seen. He went over the time we expected as he took time to let us have pictures taken. Would certainly recommend him .”
Travel from Durban through Pietermaritzburg and up the rough, zigzag Sani Pass in a 4WD Land Rover. Cross into Lesotho at 3,240 metres, visit a Basotho village, and stop at Africa’s highest pub. Guides such as Thami, Freddie, Aaron, and Benson are praised for safe driving and strong local insight. Expect a scenic but tiring 12-hour day.
“We had a perfect day with Aaron in Lesotho 🇱🇸. The way was beautiful and our guide made sure that we had enough spots to use the bathroom or get some snacks/drinks. Aaron is very kind and happy person, he had very good driving skills which are needed! Thank you for spending this long days with us. (Bring definitely a jacket as we had snow on the mountain.)”
Join Johnny from Tekweni Backpackers for a 330-minute walking tour through Durban’s Warwick markets, Victoria Street Market, Indian stalls, African craft stands, and the Muti medicine market. You’ll ride local minibus taxis, hear the city’s history and culture, shop with local guidance, and finish with Bunny Chow at North Beach.
“Johnny is a great lokal guy and knows so many background information! I never had such s great city Tour! He took me on places where i never would’ve gone. That day made my whole Week 😁😁☀️ All the best Johnny and see you soon! Roger”
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