KwaZulu-Natal

Place of the Zulu, traditions and culture, grand mountains, wetlands, sand dunes and white-sand tropical beaches

KwaZulu-Natal has it all – city streets brimming with life in Durban, the dramatic Drakensberg mountains, historical battlefields, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, home to some of the country’s finest game reserves, age-old Zulu traditions, magnificent sub-tropical beaches and the biggest estuarine system in Africa.
The Durban coastline is know for its warm waters and tropical weather with safe swimming beaches. Exquisite restaurants, vibrant nightlife and endless sporting facilities make KwaZulu-Natal a holiday destination loved by both domestic and international visitors. KZN can be whatever you want it to be. Chose from luxury beachfront accommodations offering first rate service and fantastic sea views, to unforgettable Big 5 safari experiences at top-class lodges on some of the best game reserves in the country, or catch a glimpse of South Africa’s cultural heritage, history, lifestyle and traditions with a visit to Zululand and one of the many cultural villages.

This province boasts two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park and the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a birdwatchers paradise with over 500 bird species.

KwaZulu Natal is a great scuba diving destination and Sodwana Bay is regarded as one of the top 5 dive sites in the world. Durban is regarded as South Africa’s surf mecca and there’s good reason why with its warm waters and a variety of perfect waves. Many world-renowned surfing champions grew up in Durban and there is an enormously successful surfboard manufacturing industry based there. Watch surfboards being made, or take surfing lessons yourself!

 

A few things we can’t let you leave without experiencing….

• Visiting at least one of the two of South Africa’s World Heritage Sites: the Ukahlamba Drakensberg Park and the Isimangaliso Wetlands Park.
• A visit to the historical Battlefields region or visit the ancient rock art sites, dating back 3000 years
• Go hiking on the network of numerous nature trails
• Visit Durban, the largest city in KwaZulu-Natal, and enjoy a day on the beaches in perfect weather
• Visit the Durban Golden Mile, make the most of the awesome weather and leap into the beautifully warm ocean
• Stop in at a few of the many great cafés, bars and restaurants and be sure to try out the hot dishes that form part of the Durban’s famed reputation
• Take on the wide selection of adventure activities like horse riding, swimming, scuba diving and snorkeling in the warm water
• With such great surf conditions, grab a board and do as the locals do

 

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