Tours in Durban

Have you packed your passport? You’re heading into the Mountain Kingdom after all. At 3 240 meters above sea level it can get a tad icy so wrap yourself in one of our authentic Basotho Blankets which is yours for the day. Our first stop is Himeville, at the base of the mountain, where you’ll climb into a rugged 4x4. Time to embark on the steep climb up the scenic and daunting Sani Pass. Get your passport stamped at the border and head into no-mans-land which connects South Africa to Lesotho. Once you enter into Lesotho your guide will introduce you to a Basotho village before a bucketlist lunch (own cost) at Africa’s highest pub. Time to head down the mountain for your drive back to Durban. TRAVEL VISA — Travellers are required to check whether they require a travel visa to enter Lesotho. If you require a visa it is your responsibility to acquire the necessary visa prior to the tour. Wild Routes Africa is in no way responsible for any traveller that is refused entry into Lesotho.

The Sani Pass Lesotho 4x4 tour leaves from Durban and stops at the capital of KwaZulu-Natal, PMB . Your guide will give you a short tour of the city and visit Mahatma Gandhi’s statue by Pietermaritzburg City Hall. Afterwards the tour moves towards the Drakensberg Mountains and up to the Sani Pass in Lesotho. At the top you will have a meal at the highest pub in Africa at your own expense (subject to availability) and visit a local Lesotho village be fore returning down the pass towards to Durban.

Treat yourself to a magical boat cruise at night down the Durban Point Waterfront Canal. All our rides are private so no need to wait for others. Enjoy some time out as you get away from the crowds for a little while. Sit back and take in the stunning lights and bridges as you slip away from the hustle and bustle that is our modern life.  A real gem in Durban this is your special moment to treasure some time with a loved one -  making memories that last. Our Gondola Boats are uniquely designed for this canal and so comfortable to be in - we hope that you won't just make this a one-time boat trip. Our goal is to get you to really relax and make some memories during this time with us.  

We will track your flight (subject to flight number being provided) and will factor in any delays out of your control at no extra charge, so you can rest assured we will be there. All of our cars are maintained to the highest order and our drivers have their Professional Driver’s Permits. We take our customer’s safety and security seriously.

Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Durban City Center by private vehicle and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed. 

Book your Private Arrival Transfer from Durban King Shaka Int Airport (DUR) to Durban hotels. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Join us on the Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift Anglo-Zulu battlefield tour. Walk in the footsteps of both Zulu warriors and British army of 1879, and relive the moment, as scholarly battlefield specialist guides paint a picture of what truly transpired on 22 January 1879.

Take the stress out of your next vacation with Africonnection Tours! Our expertly designed Durban tours are led by women-owned tour operators, drivers, and cooks for a safe, worry-free experience. Plus, we're proud to be Black-owned and Level 1 B-BBEE certified – so you can travel with peace of mind knowing you're supporting a business that puts diversity and inclusion first. Come explore the beautiful city of Durban with Africonnection Tours!

Johnny is a true Durbanite and knows the city and it's people like no other. Therefore, a city tour with Johnny shows the unique sides of Durban that you will never forget. The tour will take you through town to the markets and the beach by using the famous combi's to get from one place to another. Fun and adventure guaranteed!

This tour includes a variety of stops and gives tourists a chance to see Durban and learn about the people and its history.

This tour has two main features. First you will visit St Lucia and the estuary inside the  iSimangaliso Wetlands Park. There you will board a river boat for a  2 hours guided tour of the estuary. The local guide will inform you of the reserves history and its incredible wildlife. After a short visit to the town of St Lucia and the beach, you will head off to the  Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve where your experienced guide will show you around on closed vehicle game drive in the park in search of the diverse wildlife and big 5.

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

Leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city and journey into the gently rolling countryside of the Natal Midlands, to one of our best kept secrets, Tala Game Reserve! Tala, a privately owned wildlife conservancy, has a charm all its own – teaming with birdlife, magnificent “plains game”, such as eland, giraffe, kudu and zebra, and a family of hippos, which are extremely rare in this area! Enjoy the spectacular scenery and closed vehicle game viewing, returning to the port in time for the ship’s departure.

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 popular day tour from Durban is a combo of both wildlife and Zulu Culture. Offering a full day of various stops and attractions, this is one of our most popular tours for the tourist looking to see some safari and some local Zulu culture. 

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.

Come and experience the best of the African bush in Tala Game Reserve and Natal Lion Park. Go on a game drive 4 x 4 vehicle. See different animals such as elephants, lions, rhino, giraffes, zebra, rhino and much more. This tour is everyone's favourite. Not many hours spent on the road as the places are an hour away from Durban.

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.

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