Durban Safaris and Tours
If you are visiting Richards Bay on a cruise ship, you might be surprised at just how many wildlife experiences are within reach of the port. KwaZulu-Natal is home to some wonderful game reserves, beautiful wetlands and some of the best opportunities to experience wild Africa. I offer several safaris from Richards Bay, giving you […]
There are plenty of beautiful mountain passes in Southern Africa, but few offer quite the same experience as Sani Pass in my humble opinion! (Warning: This is a picture heavy post!) Situated in the Southern Drakensberg, Sani Pass winds its way up the mountains before crossing the border into Lesotho, the Kingdom in the Sky. […]
If you’re coming to Durban, chances are you already have some idea of what you want to do. There’s the beach, the Golden Mile, uShaka Marine World, markets, restaurants and plenty of opportunities to experience Durban’s unique mix of Zulu, Indian and South African cultures. But what if you want to get out of the […]
Going on safari for the first time is something you are unlikely to forget. I take quite a few visitors on safari in KwaZulu-Natal, and I am often asked the same questions before we set off. So, if you are thinking about booking a safari tour while you are in Durban, here are 5 Things […]
If you have an interest in history, particularly the Anglo-Zulu War, I think spending three days exploring the Rorkes Drift and iSandlwana battlefields is well worth the time. Rather than trying to squeeze everything into one long day, a three-day tour gives us time to slow down, visit the important sites and actually get a […]
Planning a trip to Durban or KwaZulu-Natal can be both exciting and overwhelming. If you’re not sure what to do in Durban, then start here. With spectacular wildlife, breathtaking mountains, fascinating history, rich Zulu culture and over 600 kilometres of coastline, there is no shortage of unforgettable experiences. The real challenge is deciding how to […]
Club Med South Africa offers beautiful beaches, fantastic dining and plenty of activities, but KwaZulu-Natal has so much more waiting just beyond the resort. Within a comfortable day’s drive you can experience Africa’s iconic wildlife, meet elephants up close, cruise through a UNESCO World Heritage Site and discover some of South Africa’s most spectacular game […]
If you’re visiting Durban and dreaming of seeing Africa’s iconic wildlife, you don’t need to travel halfway across the country to experience a world-class safari. Just three hours north of the city lies one of South Africa’s greatest conservation success stories and one of its finest safari destinations, the Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve. Home to […]
If you’re visiting Durban and hoping to experience an African safari without spending an absolute fortune, the good news is this; you absolutely can! One of the biggest misconceptions I come across is that safaris in South Africa are only for luxury travellers staying in expensive private lodges. While those experiences certainly exist, there are […]
If you’re considering a Sani Pass tour from Durban, you’re probably wondering what the day actually looks like. In this blog post, “Sani Pass Tour from Durban: What to expect on the day“, I’ll break down questions like “how long is it? Is it tiring? Is it worth it?” As one of the most unique […]