Durban
Durban is the third largest city in South Africa, after Johannesburg and Cape Town. It is famous for being the busiest port in South Africa. It is also seen as one of the major centres of tourism because of the city's warm subtropical climate and extensive beaches.
Durban Highlights
The vibrant city of Durban offers a hive of activity and hosts over three million people; a city where east meets west; a cultural extravaganza, a city known as the home of Africa's best managed, busiest port. Durban offers a near perfect climate which makes it the ideal holiday and vacation destination year round.
It also provides a gateway to many game reserves and nature sanctuaries in the province of Kwa-Zulu Natal; some of the best Southern Africa has to offer.
- Durban's "Golden Mile" is a string of beaches protected from sharks by nets and patrolled by life guards during the day - this is prime surfing territory.
- A promenade stretches along the Durban waterfront and is home to numerous restaurants, pubs, hotels, shops and the world class uShaka Marine World aquarium.
- Victoria Indian Street Market is a bustling interesting place with mosques and temples as well as plenty of shops and delicious food.
- Umgeni River Bird Park has over 3000 exotic and indigenous birds, 4 waterfalls, lush vegetation and several endangered species.
The Boathouse in Ballito is an unbeatable beachfront location 50km outside Durban. There is a fine dining restaurant, cigar bar and cocktails at the pool overlooking the ocean. There are large private balconies to soak up the African Sun.
Hotel Izulu is a 5-star hotel situated in Ballito on the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal. It is a renowned luxury boutique hotel, has outstanding cuisine at Gigi’s restaurant and an award winning Impilo Spa. With the personal ambience Hotel Izulu has to offer, it is the perfect place to commence and or conclude any KwaZulu-Natal holiday adventure.
How to Get there
Sun Safaris can arrange scheduled flights for guests from most major airports to Durban International Airport. Once you arrive at the airport, self-drive guests will collect their rental car, maps and directions, booked by Sun Safaris and depart on their safari or holiday. Private air transfers can also be arranged from Durban airport to a safari lodge of your choice. Guests can self-drive from anywhere in South Africa to Durban. Sun Safaris can arrange a car rental for you. The drive time will obviously depend on where you are driving from.
Durban Activites and Attractions
Durban has something for everyone, whether you choose to go on safari, laze on the one of the beautiful beaches or visit one of the many tourist spots such as uShaka Marine World, Wilson's Wharf on the Victoria Embankment and the nearby BAT centre or a game of Golf, the choices are endless.
Durban offers fine and traditional dining, entertainment and shopping. Grey Street and the Warwick Triangle boast vibrant local shops and markets and beachfront stalls sell traditional arts and crafts.