Every excursion is specifically family-friendly, allowing all family members to enjoy their time in South Africa. Safety and Quality are our top priority when choosing what we offer your family. We provide luxury transport and SATOUR registered English Tour Guides on each excursion, ensuring your family is given only the best of service.
Specific language Tour Guides can also be requested, at an additional cost.
HALF DAY EXCURSIONS
City Wonders – Cost : R350.00 per person
Description : An introduction to Durban, a multicultural city, evolving from early colonial settlers, the indigenous Zulu’s and the Indian community whom arrived in the 19th century.
Your tour begins on the Golden Mile, the beachfront promenade which hugs the beckoning beaches of Durban. Moving through the City, you visit the majestic City Hall, enjoying its humorous history! The Phansi Museum(closed Sundays) in Glenwood is home to a spellbinding collection of Southern African artefacts and traditions – from beadwork and headrests, to Zulu clay pots and other intriguing clues to the diverse South African cultural history. From history to nature, you visit the peaceful Durban Botanic Gardens founded in 1849, a treasure trove of massive trees from Asia, Africa and America, and a magnificent orchid house. Lastly, in harmony with Indian culture and history, you’re going local…taste a unique Bunny Chow, traditional ‘take-away’ food of the Indian community… indeed of all South Africans!
uShaka Marine World – Cost : R465.00 per person
Description : It’s undoubtedly world class! Home to Africa’s largest dolphinarium, the globally respected uShaka Marine World entices you to explore the wonders of Africa’s vast ocean life. It’s a fascinating journey around 30 in- and outdoor themed exhibits, and you won’t want to miss the spectacular dolphin, seal and penguin shows. In the aquarium, tank after tank offers a glorious insight into the wealth of South Africa’s Indian and Atlantic Ocean marine life, an experience not to be missed.
FULL DAY EXCURSIONS
Durban Highlights – Cost : R730.00 per person
Description : If you want to get to grips with Durban, this full day tour is for you. Ample time to discover the cultural and historical contrasts of this city…before spending time at the world class attraction: uShaka Marine World. Our morning drive takes us along the newly restored Golden Mile, a wonderful promenade which stretches along the beachfront, before we move up to Glenwood and the fascinating Phansi Museum. Here you’ll find an exquisitely preserved collection of southern African artefacts and traditions, from beadwork, headrests, Zulu clay pots and numerous other treasures (closed Sundays). We go ‘green’ thereafter, and head for the lush peace and tranquillity of Durban’s beautiful Botanic Gardens, founded in 1849 – the immaculate gardens house a fine mix of African, Asian and American trees, not to mention a superb orchid house. To accompany our exploration of Indian culture and history, it’s Indian cuisine on the menu: get a taste of the unique Bunny Chow! Afterwards, we’re going to sit back and be entertained at uShaka Marine World, where the dolphin, seal and penguin shows are not only spectacular, but fun and lighthearted too! Welcome to Durban.
Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park – Cost : R1550.00 per person
(Departs only on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday)
Description : This magnificent Big Five game park is not only home to 84 species of game, but it’s the oldest proclaimed reserve in Africa, world-renowned for its highly successful white rhino conservation programme. A day on safari in the magical Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park doesn’t stop at the thrill of searching for the Big Five, but the hilly terrain offers spectacular views of the Reserve and your camera is going to love it. We’ve arranged lunch at the lofty Hilltop Camp – or similar – and it’ll give you a chance to check how close your bird count has come to the 425 listed birds in the Park. Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park is Kwazulu-Natal’s pride and joy, and after your visit, you’ll understand why.
*Optional open safari vehicle game drive is available at a surcharge.
Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift – Cost : R1850.00 per person
(Departs only on a Wednesday and Friday)
Description : Historians will love it for sure, but if you enjoy a really great story, the Battlefields tour is for you too – it’s both a thriller and a drama. KwaZulu-Natal is rich in Anglo-Zulu war history, where two of the most famous, at times heart-wrenching battles fought between the Zulu and British Armies took place. We visit the eerie battlefields of Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, and let your imagination paint mental pictures of the battle scenes played out here. Our tour includes lunch, and we wind our way home thereafter through some of the most spectacular scenery in the province of Kwazulu Natal.
*A specialist Battlefield Guide is available at a surcharge on request.
Sani Pass and Lesotho – Cost : R1550.00 per person
(Departs only on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday)
Description : For those with a sense of adventure, a 4×4 drive up the highest road pass in Africa will certainly provide you with a hefty dose of adrenalin. For your efforts, you’ll be rewarded with its breathtaking scenery. From Durban, we drive through the green hills of the Midlands towards the little country town of Underberg. Here, our 4×4 vehicle awaits us…the only form of transport equipped to tackle Sani Pass! You’ll have your passport stamped as we enter the Kingdom of Lesotho, and we stop at a nearby Sotho Village for you to enjoy a taste of the local culture. Lunch is served at the highest pub in Africa – truly – and, it stands to reason, the views are utterly breathtaking. Once you’ve recovered your breath, we wind down the Pass very slowly, and wind our way gently back to Durban.
You’ll certainly have had a day filled with altitude!
Note: A passport is required & visa conditions may apply
Drakensberg World Heritage Tour – Cost : R1500.00 per person
(Departs only on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday)
Description : The beauty of the undulating Drakensberg Mountain range is indisputable, but in addition to travelling through such breathtaking vistas, we’re going to visit the World Heritage Site of Giant’s Castle and the enigmatic Bushman paintings in the vicinity. They’re not far, so we set off on foot for a leisurely 3km round hike to the site of the caves to discover this magical legacy of the bushmen (moderate fitness level required). Our guide there will share his knowledge of the paintings which date back 2 000 years. We’re bound to have built up an appetite, so we’ll tuck into the hearty lunch laid on. Our return to Durban is via the charming Midlands Meander Route, a community of country crafters and farmers who produce quality wares and live enviable country lives. This rural area is extremely appealing, and you’ll find it an appropriate way to unwind after this energetic, energising day.
Shakaland Tour – Cost : R1120.00 per person
(Departs only on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday)
Description : Shaka, legendary King of the Zulus! Experience traditional Zulu culture and customs at the largest Zulu kraal in all of Zululand, look into the future with an iSangoma or traditional healer…all this and more, packed into one exhilarating day. We’ve laid on some traditional Zulu beer for you to sample, while the craftsmen and community who make the spears, shields, beadwork, pots and their huts, open their doors so you can witness their skills and artistry. The Zulu dancers will thrill with their grace and energy, and we’ve made sure you’re treated to a most satisfying lunchtime feast! Come live a day in the life of a traditional community – you’ll find it informative and a far cry from anything you’ve ever experienced!
NOTE
- All tours are based on a minimum of two passengers travelling together.
- All rates are subject to change at any time without notice.
- All tour costs include Transport; SATOUR registered Tour Guide; Entrance Fees
- All day tours can be tailor-made to suit your special interests and your families requirements
- More detailed 2-4 overnight tours can be arranged, which can include above sightseeing and accommodation in addition. Rates will be provided according to the requested itinerary