Tours in Durban

Immerse yourself in the natural and cultural wonders of South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal. Depart from Durban for a daylong sightseeing tour beginning with Natal Midlands and continuing onto Drankensberg's Mountain Ranges. See spectacular mountain peaks, the valleys, the rock paintings of South Africa's indigenous Sans people before touring the Nelson Mandela Capture Site, and a museum and a stirring monument of Nelson Mandela. • Natal Midlands • Drakensburg Mountain Ranges • Century-spanning rock paintings created by South Africa's indigenous people • Escape the city for a day exploring the culture and nature of KwaZulu-Natal

This 13 hour tour takes you on a 4 x 4 Game Drive inside Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve. Be ready with your camera to capture the big 5 and more. Here you will most likely see the Elephant, the Zebra, the Lion, the Giraffe and many more. Hluhluwe Imfolozi is world renowed and one of the oldest game reserves in the world. We are offering a special price of R3,200-00 per person for 2 or more people booking and even less for 4 people and above.

Experience our adrenaline-gushing wildlife safaris to Hluhluwe Imfolozi ‘Big 5’ Game Reserve organized by Tim Brown Tours. A Hluhluwe Safari is your best chance of seeing some of the ‘Big 5’ near a big City like Durban. The region of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal boasts some splendid Safari game reserves and big 5 safari national parks. Located at a distance of merely 2.5 hours drive from Durban, the Hluhluwe Imfolozi game reserve offers a world of wilderness where an enriched variety of fauna lives together in harmony with nature. The Hluhluwe game reserve harbors the famous BIG 5 of wildlife: Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo and Elephant; offering a dream adventure for any wildlife enthusiast. The Hluhluwe Imfolozi game reserve is malaria -free zone and is very popular among a lot of tourists. Book our Safari Tour now and get ready for a fantastic adventure!

This 14-hour tour takes you back into South African history, with a journey to the Isandlwana Battlefields. We will take you through the sites and regale you with the fascinating details of the greatest defeat in the history of British Colonial occupation in South Africa.

This day tour is focused on the UNESCO site, the Isimangaliso Greater St Lucia estuary, which is South Africa's third largest protected area covering 280km of coastline. The main stop is the Boat Safari on the St Lucia estuary which will be guided by the local expert guide.

This tour offers a Croc & Hippo Boat Cruise as well as a game drive all in the same day. On the Croc & Hippo Boat Cruise, Discover, Witness, and Observe Hippos, Nile Crocodiles, and Hundreds of bird species on our Hippo & Croc Boat Cruise while in St Lucia. This 2 hour Boat Cruise Safari gets you close up to the residents of the estuary. On the game drive, while on safari, enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of the park as you explore numerous loop roads, outcrops, and lookout points. With knowledgeable and experienced guides, discover an abundance of wildlife species in the park. Search for Africa's Big 5 game animals: lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo. Spot other animals such as waterbuck, impala, wildebeest, zebra, warthog, reedbuck, chameleon, giraffe, and hyena.

Leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city and journey into the gently rolling countryside of the Kwa Zulu Natal Midlands. Enjoy a closed game drive through the Natal park .The park is home to Lion, African Elephant, Asian Elephant, Impala, Nyala, Grey Duiker, Porcupine, Bush Pig, Kudu, Vervet Monkey, Bush Babies, Black Backed Jackal, Zebra, Blue Wildebeest. Then we continue to one of our best kept secrets, Tala Game Reserve! Tala, a privately owned wildlife conservancy, has a charm all its own; teaming with bird life, magnificent ’Plains Game’ such as eland, giraffe, kudu, zebra and a family of Hippos, which are extremely rare in this area! Enjoy the spectacular scenery and returning to Durban in afternoon.

Day 1 is spent at the world famous Isimangaliso Wetland Park. This is a world heritage site. Spend the day exploring the Wetlands, Game Viewing, Snorkeling through this wilderness of protected bays and wetlands wonder. Experience a hippo and croc boat cruise in St Lucia Estuary as an optional extra. Day 2 is spent at Africa's oldest game reserve, Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve where you have an opportunity to see Africa's Big 5 and much more. Game Drive in an open vehicle

Imagine strolling the actual battlefield made famous by the films Zulu and Zulu Dawn! Imagine standing where Lt. Chard stood, or Lt. Bromhead, or Lt. Curling; imagine standing on the firing line at Isandlwana as thousands of Zulu warriors race towards you! On this amazing day tour you'll get to walk the very ground that the British and Zulu fought on. You will be accompanied by a qualified and passionate guide who will help you gain a deeper understanding about the events that happened at Rorkes Drift and Isandlwana in 1879. On the way to the battlefields your guide will point out interesting sites along the way and also get to experience the beautiful landscape of KwaZulu Natal.

This is the only fully private tour on the Sani Pass from pick-up to drop-off. We have permits from the Department of Transport to carry passengers up the Sani Pass. Private Vehicle offering extra space and Personal Guide. Luxury seating and air conditioning. Warm or cold refreshment towels. Tea/Coffee/Juice and freshly baked snacks at viewpoints on the pass. Private and exclusive visit to a Basotho village to experience the daily life of a Basotho family including an informative blanket presentation. Experiences that are seldom seen. Visit the Highest Pub. You dictate where you want to go and how long you want to spend at each place because it is not a group tour. Additional Photo Stops. Certificates to remember the day.

On this tour you get to experience and gain a clear knowledge of the sunshine city of Durban. You visit the market, the Moses Mabhida Stadium, the Durban Promenade. These are some of the top attractions in Durban. In Phezulu you experience a game drive in a 4 x 4 vehicle, the African cultural dance and also get to see the Reptile Park. This tour is truly interesting for any day visitor to Durban. This is an excellent full day tour not to be missed.

Perfect for lovers of the outdoors, the Sani Pass and Lesotho Tour promises a fun-filled day with amazing views of the epic Drakensberg Mountains landscape. You experience the Midlands Meander in KwaZulu-Natal as you travel from Durban and the majestic Drakensberg mountain range as we make our way to the Sani Pass from Underberg. Travel on a 4 x 4 along the beautiful Sani Pass and visit the kingdom of Lesotho. Visit the highest pub in Africa and an African village in Lesotho.

Whether you're a seasoned safari-goer or a first-time visitor, Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve is a must-see destination for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty and rich cultural heritage of Africa. Your 4x4 tour of Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve will take you through some of the most stunning scenery in Africa. As you explore the reserve, you'll have the opportunity to see the famous Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo), as well as numerous other species of mammals, birds, and reptiles.

Without a doubt the Sani Pass is one of the most spectacular and scenic mountain passes in Africa.  This tour is a must if you are travelling to Kwa-Zulu Natal.  The Pass winds steeply through the summit of the Drakensberg and through the Lesotho border post.  Many adventurous travellers from across the world include this on their itineraries in order to traverse the breathtaking natural scenery this precarious mountain has to offer.  The guided tour does not require any physical fitness and therefore encourages people of all ages.  You will collected at 6:00 from your accommodation in Durban and return at approximately 18:00 depending on weather and traffic. The tour packs a big punch with unforgettable views.  You will leave having conquered the highest and most iconic pass that Southern Africa has to offer.   

The Drakensberg Mountain Region has to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. 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. It creates a natural border between the kingdom of Lesotho and the province of KwaZulu-Natal.This private full one day tour takes you to: 1. Drakensberg Mountains 2. Nelson Mandela Capture Site 3. Howick Falls

Travel through the gentle pastoral beauty of the Natal Midlands. Pass through grassy plains scattered with villages and lush farmlands and see plump cattle and thoroughbred horses graze. Take in the endless vistas and incredible scenery. Explore the magnificent Drakensberg. The day's highlights are: • See the Howick Falls • See the site where former SA President Nelson Mandela was captured in 1962 and went on to spend 27 yers in prison • Enjoy the Drakensberg • Minimum 2 people booking *All this in one day. We can cater for groups larger than 15 on request. There is also a discount for groups of 4 and more. if only 2 or 3 of you are booked for the tour, the tour can become a private tour for you at no extra charge.

This full day tour is fun filled as it takes you to 3 different game reserves namely Tala Private Game Reserve, Natal Lion Park and Phezulu Safari Park. You get to experience the African bush and a wide variety of animals such as lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, rhinoceros, kudus, and many more. You also get to see many different types of birds. There are also a lot of indigenous African trees at all the 3 game reserves. Activities at Phezulu Safari Park also include an experience of the African village life and African dances as well as a visit to the Retile park where crocodiles and other reptiles can be seen.

Encounter the bush and wildlife of beautiful Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve, home of the big 5, close up (overnight at the Game Reserve). Venture into Isimangaliso Wetlands Park and spend a day exploring the Wetlands, Game Viewing, Snorkeling through this otherworldly wilderness of protected bays and wetlands wonder (overnight in St Lucia). Experience a hippo and croc boat cruise in St Lucia Estuary. Game Drive in an open vehicle

This is a popular tour as it includes the Natal Lion Park, Tala Game Reserve and Phezulu Cultural Village. Encounter lions and elephants at Natal Lion Park. More wildlife at Tala Game Reserve including the rhino, giraffe, zebra, kudu, eland, and many more. Experience the Zulu culture and the exhilarating Zulu dances at Phezulu Safari Park. We are offering a special price of R2,990-00 per person for 2 or more people sharing.

Enjoy an incredible day at the Valley of a Thousand Hills, with spectacular views and an epic cultural experience. Walk around a traditional Zulu homestead, before enjoying an awesome dance show. Lastly a trip around the reptile park, rounds off a fun filled day.

From Durban, the Sani Pass Tour gives you the opportunity to experience an adventure of a lifetime – an exciting journey up this famous pass. The tour heads up through KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, to the picturesque town of Underberg. This is where the real adventure begins. The Sani Pass tour snakes up the mountain and takes you through a scenic valley along a crystal clear river, making for a breath-taking experience. Your Guide will fill you in on full details of the Tour. Feast your eyes on the natural landscape that is dotted with many species of wildflowers, creating splashes of vibrant colors. The road is rough only 4×4 vehicles are allowed to traverse it, but because of this and the hairpin bends, you are in for a fun and heart-racing trip. Breathe in the fresh mountain air, drink in the sweeping vistas that are nothing short of majestic, sip a glass of wine at the highest pub in Africa and enjoy this unique African experience in Lesotho – ‘Kingdom of the Sky’.

This tour departs from Durban at 6am and returns back to Durban at 6pm. Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park, formerly Hluhluwe–Umfolozi Game Reserve, is the oldest proclaimed nature reserve in Africa. It consists of 960 km² of hilly topography 280 kilometres north of Durban in central KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa and is known for its rich wildlife and conservation efforts. Hluhluwe–Imfolozi Park is a beautiful game reserve. You will experience the African bush at its best. You will see the big 5 and many many more animals. You will see elephants, lions, giraffes, rhinoceros, leopards, cheetahs, kudus, and many many more. Also to be seen are many different birds, trees, the hills, and much more. You will be amazed at how beautiful this place really is.

The tour starts off with a visit to Pietermaritzburg, the capital of KwaZulu Natal. There we will stop by Pietermaritzburg's City Hall, which claims to be the largest brick building in the southern hemisphere. There we will visit the Gandhi statue also before we head towards the Drakensberg mountains. Kamberg Cave Art is a 90 minute walk and hike from the base camp. This tour is for the physically fit. • Pietermaritzberg City Hall • Drakensberg Kamberg Nature Reserve. • 90 minutes scenic walk to the sandstone cave paintings. • Guided tour of the Sandstone cave paintings of the San people. • Howick Falls. • Nelson Mandela’s Capture Site and Museum.

Spend a day on safari in the magical Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve on the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal. Located in the heart of Zululand, this huge, well managed reserve is home to a myriad of species of game and an impressive variety of bird species. It is also home to the magnificent "Big Five" - lions, buffaloes, rhinos, elephant and leopards, as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebra, blue wildebeests, spotted hyenas and wild dogs.