South Africa

Durban

Warm sea air, waves along the coast and a city shaped by Indian influences. Durban brings together beaches, markets, restaurants and wide views across the city.

Discover everything about this location.

Here, the city runs all the way to the sea.

Durban is South Africa’s second-largest city by population. In the late nineteenth century, many workers from India came to Durban to work in the harbour. Their influence is still part of the city today.

Local markets and many Indian restaurants give Durban a character of its own. At the same time, the coast is never far away.

The warm maritime climate and pleasant sea temperatures make Durban popular with South African travellers. The waves also bring plenty of surfers to the city.

The Golden Mile keeps you close to the coast.

The Golden Mile is a well-known stretch of Durban’s promenade and beach. Restaurants line the area and the sea is always close by.

For a different view of Durban, you can climb the roof of Moses Mabhida Stadium with a guide. From the top, the city spreads out below you.

From surfing to an afternoon above the city.

There are several ways to spend time in Durban. Head to the beach, surf, visit uShaka Marine World or see the city from above at Moses Mabhida Stadium.

Greenfire Lodge Dolphin Coast is listed as accommodation near Durban, with modern rooms and sea views.

What you can do in Durban:

  • Visit the Golden Mile
  • Visit uShaka Marine World
  • Visit Moses Mabhida Stadium
  • Surfing

Self-drive trips in the region

South Africa
Mozambique
eSwatini
South Africa, eSwatini and Mozambique Beach & Safari
22
days
from
1620
1620
p.p.
This self-drive journey crosses three countries and combines camping with fixed accommodation. Walking, game drives, diving and snorkelling are all part of the possibilities along the way. You travel from Johannesburg to Kruger National Park, continue into Mozambique, then return to Johannesburg via eSwatini.
South Africa
West Cape and Namaqualand hiking & 4x4
14
days
from
1250
1250
p.p.
This 14-day route starts and finishes in Cape Town, combining rugged landscapes, the Atlantic coast, active days and 4x4 tracks. The first days are based in Stellenbosch, close to Cape Town. From here, hike in Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. The route then runs north to the Cederberg, where Wolfberg Cracks, Wolfberg Arch, Maalgat and Maltese Cross are all listed as walking options. Tankwa Karoo National Park changes the setting completely.
South Africa
Garden Route and Baviaanskloof Hiking & 4x4
14
days
from
1350
1350
p.p.
Addo gives the journey a safari opening. Then the road changes. Baviaanskloof calls for a 4x4, and the pace drops to match the tracks and the terrain. On the other side lies the coast. Storms River Mouth, Harkerville and Wilderness bring together ocean, forest and river. George and Swellendam then lead into Stellenbosch and Cape Town.