Durban Botanic Gardens Attractions & Things to do

Embark on a scenic and guided full day tour of Durban’s Top 10.  An experienced and knowledgeable local guide will show you a variety of landmarks which highlight Durban’s diverse culture and history. Attractions to see include the Mahatma Gandhi's House, Umhlanga Promenade, Durban's Golden Mile beachfront, Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban Botanic Gardens, Victoria Street Market, Zulu Medicine & Herb Market, City Hall, KwaMuhle Museum and Ushaka Village Walk.
Duration: 6 hours.

This full day tour is a combination of a Durban City tour and a visit to PheZulu Cultural Village and Reptile Park. This tour is one of our most popular day tours. It is an entertaining and relaxing tour with a qualified tour guide that allows you to see a lot of Durban's landscape as well as experience Zulu culture.
Duration: 8 hours.

This tour includes a variety of stops and gives tourists a chance to see Durban and learn about the people and its history.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

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.

Duration: 8 hours.

Experience Durban, a city of contrasts on the Durban City Sightseeing Tour. Shaped by the early Colonial settlers, see the city has developed from the indigenous Zulu population and the Indians who arrived as indentured laborers in the 19th Century.
Duration: 3 hours.

Our tour of Durban, a bustling metropolis, often called the cultural ‘melting pot’ of South Africa, includes a drive through the sports corridor with its impressive sporting facilities to the Blue Lagoon area on the Umgeni River where you get a panoramic view of the whole bay of Durban.

Then past the so-called Apartheid Beaches, the Marine Parade (Golden Mile) where you will see the rickshaws, en route to the impressive developments at the new Point Waterfront area. We drive past the busiest harbour in Africa and various historical monuments, and then through the city centre where the original Railway Station building, the City Hall and the Post Office buildings each have a story to tell.

We stop at the Indian Market where you get a glimpse into the Indian culture and bargain for souvenirs and spices. Our last visit is to the Botanical Gardens with its extensive collection of trees and plants from all over the world, as well as a famous cycad collection and orchid garden.
Duration: 5 to 6 hours.

Durban, once known as the last British Bastion and renowned for its old colonial homes and architecture, has become a veritable melting pot of culture and intrigue. Disembark and meet with your local guide who will take you on a personalised small group tour of Durban. Allow us to take you on a journey of sight, smell and sound as you drive along the well-known Golden Mile, the long stretch of hotels overlooking the golden beach. View the magnificent historical buildings in the city centre, wander through lush tropical Botanical Gardens, savour amazing panoramic views and interact with local traders at the famous Victoria Street Indian Market. You will have the opportunity to taste the traditional, unique bunny chow (for own account). Continue to the renowned Moses Mabhida Football Stadium, for photo stop. Return to the port in good time for your ship’s departure.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Visit some of the most unique sites in South Africa on this informative and fun Durban city day tour.

You will get to walk through the bustling Zulu Markets as well as the Indian Market.

You will get a tour through the oldest surviving Botanical Gardens in Africa as well as visit the historical city centre.

Not only will you discover why Durban is so popular, but we;ll introduce you to local snacks like biltong, koeksisters and more.

You will get to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant where Durban's famed "bunny chow" is served and you will visit the famous Golden Mile that keep visitors coming year after year.
Duration: 6 hours.

Start the day strolling through Africa’s oldest surviving Botanical Gardens with a passionate horticulturalist tapping into its history and their unique collection. Meet the loneliest man on planet Earth and learn about the secret to invisibility. Yes you heard right.

Drop in at the vibey suburb of Umhlanga Rocks en route for a spot of lunch at the award winning street food dive, CaneCutters, and taste Durban’s Indian Heritage (own cost). Bunny Chows are their speciality. Ready for an immersive primate experience?

Monkeyland KZN is the world’s second free-roaming multi-species primate sanctuary offering a range of experiences including monkey safaris where you will encounter species such as capuchin monkeys, black-and-white ruffed lemurs, buff-cheeked gibbons and black howler monkeys in their forest home. Connect with your primate friends at leisure.
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes.

This one day tour is extremely popular as it takes you to Tala Private Game Reserve, one of the most popular game reserves in KwaZulu Natal plus the Durban City Tour all in one. In Tala Game Reserve you get to see many different animals. Thereafter you visit major attractions within the Durban city which include the Durban Botanic Gardens, the Victoria Market, Moses Mabhida Stadium as well as a tour of the Durban city itself.
Duration: 10 hours.

A Durban city tour offers a vibrant blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. Here's a suggested itinerary to make the most of your visit:
1. Tour of Victoria Street Market
2. Tour of Durban Botanic Gardens
3. Tour of the Golden Mile
4. Tour of Durban Promenade
5. Visit to City Hall

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes.

Explore SA’s oldest Botanical Gardens with a horticulturalist who’ll introduce you to their unique collection of plants and secret to invisibility. Meet the dancing curator of the city’s largest collection of tribal art, tap into indigenous beliefs and South African traditional culture.

The Markets of Warwick are home to over 5 000 vendors which 460 000 commuters pass through by daily. It’s time to tap into this beating heart of the city and unlock the soul of the Victoria Street Market — the Muti Bridge. Visit Asiye Etafuleni — the NGO protecting the rights of traders — to understand the significance of this space to the city and her people.

Finish the day with a Durban bunny chow at an award winning local foodie hotspot on Helen Joseph Road (own cost).
Duration: 4 hours.

Start the day strolling through Africa’s oldest surviving Botanical Gardens with our passionate horticulturalist tapping into its history and unique collection. Unlock the trendy suburb of Glenwood with artist Mooki Lion and track down the public portfolios of local street artists. Time to meet Mama Nkosi otherwise known as the dancing curator of one of the largest collections of traditional art as she reveals indigenous beliefs and tribal culture.

Tuck into lunch (own cost) and sample the popular flavours of Durban — ever tried a bunny chow? With your energy levels restored, enter into the beating heart of the city — Victoria Street Market — and meet local merchants as they peddle their wares.

Drive through the city centre as your guide brings it to life with historical anecdotes and an encyclopaedia of knowledge. Moses Mabhida Stadium isn’t just great to look at, it’s also terrific to jump off (own cost). Finish the day at Station Drive Precinct for an artisan gelato tasting.
Duration: 8 hours.

Offers a combination of a Durban City sightseeing tour and explores spectacular scenery just outside the city. Start by taking a drive along Golden Mile, view historical buildings in the City Centre, wander through Botanical Gardens, interact with local traders at the Victoria Street Indian Market. Opportunity to taste the traditional, unique Bunny Chow (for own account). We continue to the Moses Mabhida Football Stadium for photo stop.
We escape from civilization and journey inland through villages and gentle rolling countryside which give way to the most spectacular vista, known as the Valley of a Thousand Hills. Phezulu you will be immersed in the fascinating culture and traditions of the proud Zulu Nation; opportunity to interact with the villagers and purchase traditional and modern souvenirs.
A visit to the onsite Crocodile park is also included.
Duration: 7 hours 30 minutes.

his tour is suitable for groups, families, solo travelers and couples.
Discover the highlights of Durban
and the surrounding areas with a diverse and engaging tour that includes a thrilling game
drive at Tala Game Reserve. Begin your adventure with a guided safari through Tala, where
you’ll encounter rhinos, giraffes, and a variety of other wildlife in their natural habitat. Back
in Durban, explore the lush Durban Botanic Gardens, home to a rich collection of plant
species and peaceful walking paths. Immerse yourself in the local culture at Victoria Market, where
you can sample delicious foods and shop for unique crafts. Finish your day with a
city tour of Durban’s iconic landmarks, from the vibrant Golden Mile to historic sites and
local attractions. This tour offers a perfect blend of wildlife adventure, cultural experiences, and urban
exploration
Duration: 7 hours.

This 13 day safari offers a mix of cultural experiences, outdoor adventures, and wildlife encounters, showcasing the rich tapestry of South Africa's landscapes and heritage. The tour takes you from Cape Town to the best parts of South Africa on your to to Johannesburg, namely:
a) The Wine Route
b) The Garden Route
c) The Wild Coast
d) Durban
e) The Drakensberg Mountains
f) Isimangaliso Wetlands Park
g) Kruger National Park and
h) Johannesburg.

You will experience game drives in Addo National Park & Isimangaliso Wetlands Park. You will go hiking in Robberg Nature Reserve and Drakensberg Mountains. You will experiences a hippo and croc boat cruise in St Lucia Estuary. You will do wine tasting in the wine route.

The tour is suitable for individual traveler as well as couples or families.
Duration: 13 days.

This tour includes 3 nature reserves, Pigeon Valley Nature Reserve, Durban Botanical Gardens and Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve which are 3 gems with different types of bird life and picturesque views, if you are a bird watcher and you are around Durban this is the tour for you.
Duration: 6 to 8 hours.

This tour is suitable for solo travelers, families and groups alike.
Experience the best of both nature and city life with a combined tour of Tala Game Reserve and Durban City. Begin with a thrilling safari at Tala Game Reserve, where you can spot a variety of wildlife, including rhinos, giraffes, kudus, impalas, zebras,and many more in their natural habitat. Then, head to Durban to explore the city's highlights. Stroll along the scenic Durban Promenade, enjoy the lively atmosphere of Victoria Street Market, and unwind in the lush surroundings of the Durban Botanic Gardens.
Duration: 6 hours.

This tour is suitable for groups, families, solo travelers or couples.
Embark on an enriching adventure with a comprehensive tour that combines the best of Durban and Phezulu Safari Park. Begin with a captivating game drive at Phezulu Safari Park, where you’ll encounter wildlife like giraffes and zebras against a stunning landscape. Immerse yourself in Zulu culture with vibrant traditional dances and explore the Reptile Park’s fascinating array of snakes, crocodiles, and lizards. Back in Durban, discover the serene beauty of the Durban Botanic Gardens, where you can explore diverse plant collections and enjoy peaceful strolls. Experience the bustling energy of Victoria Market, sampling local delicacies and browsing colorful crafts. Complete your day with a tour of Durban’s highlights, including the scenic Golden Mile and cultural landmarks. This well-rounded tour offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and urban exploration.


Duration: 7 hours.

This is one of the popular tours as it combines Tala Game Reserve and Durban City Tour. You start by visiting Tala Game Reserve for a game drive. This is followed by a visit to one of Africa's oldest Botanic Gardens, the Durban Botanic Gardens. Then you visit the very busy Victoria Market. This is followed by a visit to the Moses Mabhida Stadium. Finally, a walk around Durban City, mixing and meeting locals concludes the tour in late afternoon.
Duration: 10 hours.

This is the best tour around South Africa, taking you from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park for a Big 5 experience.

Then to Isimangaliso Wetlands Park, a World Heritage Site, where you can experience a Hippo and Croc Boat Cruise as well as a game drive. We travel further to the sunny city of Durban.

From Durban, we proceed to the Drakensberg Mountains before we begin to explore the Garden Route, where we visit Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, and Hermanus.

Other highlights include hiking at Robberg Nature Reserve, game driving at Addo National Park, and wine tasting at Benguela Cove Wine Estate.
Duration: 12 days.

This tour is suitable for solo travelers, couples, families and groups. A tour of Phezulu Safari Park offers an unforgettable adventure in the stunning Valley of a Thousand Hills. Embark on a game drive to see wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and antelope roaming freely in their natural habitat. The experience is enhanced by breathtaking views and the opportunity to learn about the local Zulu culture through traditional dances and a visit to a Zulu village. With its combination of wildlife, culture, and scenic beauty. Add to this the tour of Durban Botanic Gardens, Victoria Market and Durban Promenade. This tour provides a perfect day out for nature enthusiasts and those interested in South Africa's rich heritage.
Duration: 6 hours.

This is an exciting tour with a visit to Tala Game Reserve, a great game reserve not far from Durban where you will be able to see a lot of animals roaming about in the bush, a really wonderful experience.
The animals include giraffes, kudus, rhinos, impala, zebra and many more. The bush setting is so beautiful, lots of indigenous trees, birds and much more.

You also tour Durban Botanic Gardens, Africa's oldest botanic garden with some trees that are more than a century years old. You visit the Durban Promenade along the main beaches of Durban. You visit Victoria Market, lots of African traditional goods on display as well as Indian herbs and spices.

This is a great must do tour with so much to offer.
Duration: 10 hours.