Destination: Kwazulu-Natal TOUR DESCRIPTION Durban City Tour Your tour begins as you travel along the brand-new Golden Mile, the revitalised beachfront promenade which hugs the beckoning beaches of Durban viewing the newly upgraded Point Waterfront. You then move through the City, viewing the majestic City Hall, and enjoying its humorous history! You will continue to the small craft harbour viewing the 8th largest harbour in the world. Drive past the sugar terminals and very busy harbour warehouses on your way to the University of Natal - Durban Campus where you view lovely sights of the harbour down below. Then you visit the bustling African/Indian Markets at Warwick Triangle - home to 9 distinct markets developed around Durban's largest public transport interchange and where approximately 6000 street vendors ply their trade, to an average of 460 000 daily commuters - an authentic experience. Visit the fascinating Phansi Museum - home to the largest publicly accessible collection of Southern African artefacts and traditions, including beadworks, headrests, Zulu clay pots and various other treasures (closed on weekends and entrance fee for own account). From culture 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. You then conclude with a visit to an icon of Kwazulu Natal, the Moses Mabhida Stadium where you will have the option of experiencing the cable car ride (own account) to the top of the Stadium for that phenomenal view of Durban and its surroundings. DAYS OF OPERATION Daily 08h30 09h00 DURATION Half Day (am) R492 pp PRICE R246 per child
Drakensberg World Heritage Tour Discover the beauty of the undulating Drakensberg Mountain range as you travel through such breath-taking vistas as you visit the World Heritage Site of Giant's Castle. The enigmatic Bushman paintings in the vicinity are not far, so you will 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). Your guide there will share his knowledge of the paintings which date back 2 000 years. You're bound to have built up an appetite, so you'll tuck into the hearty lunch laid on. Your return to Durban is via a visit to the Nelson Mandela Capture site - a historically significant moment in South African history and now commemorated with a world class sculpture, in memory of Nelson Mandela and his heroic role in the struggle against apartheid. Shakaland Tour 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! Sani Pass/Lesotho Tour For those with a sense of adventure, a 4x4 drive up the highest road pass in Africa will certainly provide you with a hefty dose of adrenalin. For your efforts, Tue, Thu, Sat 06h00-06h30 Tue, Thu, Sat 08h30-08h45 Mon, Wed, Fri 06h00-06h30 R2 166 pp R1 083 per child R1 593 pp R796 per child R2 499 pp R1 250 per child
you'll be rewarded with its breath-taking scenery. From Durban, you drive through the green hills of the Midlands towards the little country town of Underberg. Here, your 4x4 vehicle awaits you...the only form of transport equipped to tackle Sani Pass! You will 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 breath-taking. Once you've recovered your breath, you wind down the Pass very slowly, and wind your way gently back to Durban. Passport required (Visa Conditions may apply) Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park Tour 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 program. 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. Lunch has been arranged 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. Durban Highlights Tour Your tour begins as you travel along the brand-new Golden Mile, the revitalised beachfront promenade which hugs the beckoning beaches of Durban viewing the newly upgraded Point Waterfront. You move through the City, viewing the majestic City Hall, and enjoying its humorous history! You continue to the small craft harbour viewing the 8th largest harbour in the world. Drive past the sugar terminals and very busy harbour warehouses on your way to the University of Natal - Durban Campus Mon, Wed, Fri 06h30-06h45 Daily 08h30-09h00 R2 203 pp R1 103 per child R1 037 pp R519 per child
where we view lovely sights of the harbour down below. Then you visit the bustling African/Indian Markets at Warwick Triangle - home to 9 distinct markets developed around Durban's largest public transport interchange and where approximately 6000 street vendors ply their trade, to an average of 460 000 daily commuters - an authentic experience. Visit the fascinating Phansi Museum home to the largest publicly accesible collection of Southern African artefacts and traditions, including beadworks, headrests, Zulu clay pots and various other treasures, closed on weekends and entrance fee for own account. From culture 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. You then proceed to an icon of KwaZulu- Natal, the Moses Mabhida Stadium where you will have the option of experiencing the cable car ride (own account) to the top of the Stadium for that phenomenal view of Durban and its surroundings. Afterwards, you'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 light hearted too! St. Lucia Boat Cruise All aboard the comfortable Santa Lucia, a spacious double-decker boat on St Lucia Estuary, with ample room for everybody to have the best view possible. We re off on a two-hour relaxed interpretative cruise from the smartest vantage point the water. Daily central St Lucia (Valid 01 Apr - 31 2 Hours Summer: 08h00, 10h00, 12h00, 14h00, 16h00 Winter: 08h00, 10h00, 12h00, 15h00 R178 pp R91 per child
Ushaka Marine Combo Tickets Boasting the 5th largest Aquarium in the world with superb underground ship like viewing galleries in addition to Africa's only daily Dolphin & Seal shows. The world class ushaka Marine World, situated in Durban, South Africa, opened its turnstiles to the general public on April 30th 2004. Close to three years in the making, ushaka has fast positioned itself as a key attraction on Durban s Golden Mile, offering a world of entertainment, excitement, fun and uniqueness. A fun fresh water world of slides and pools, ushaka's Wet 'n Wild caters for the adrenaline junkie and those less adventurous! Getting high at ushaka Marine World is not as dangerous and illegal as it sounds! Climb up to the top of the heart-stopping and adrenalin pumping Plunge freefall slide for the best view on site and plummet downward for a gravity- defying wild ride. Try the Kamikaze ride for thrills of gut-wrenching pleasure, or race in sets of fearless five down the five-lane racer. And for the ultimate rush, brace yourself for the Drop Zone, Africa s highest slide! ushaka has bought together cultures, like no other place in Africa - into a safe, secure and clean environment that resonates the sound of fun, laughter and the spirit of togetherness. Entertainment is nonstop, extending from the day-time operations of Sea World; Wet n Wild, and ushaka Beach, to the night time festivities of the Village Walk. Daily May '18) NB - Block-out dates apply: 31 March 18 April 2018 Please note: Off-peak season times: Wednesday to Friday: 10h00-17h00 Saturday to Sunday: 09h00-17h00 Please note: Wet n Wild is closed on a Monday and Tuesday during off peak season. Peak season times: Monday to Sunday: 09h00-17h00 R99 pp Please note that minimum number of passengers might apply for certain tours. Children rates on request. Thompsons standard terms & conditions apply. Tours depart from central points. Additional charges apply for pick up points located outside of the central points.