King Shaka International Airport 30 min
Krantzkloof Nature Reserve (18 min) Nature preserve for scenic picnics & hikes overlooking 2 gorges, with bird & wildlife viewing. MINITOWN (16 min) Opened in 1969, this nonprofit park offers city & other landmarks in 1:24 scale, plus a snack stand. Umgeni River Bird Park (14 min) Expansive bird center with exotic species, offering educational programs & shows in a lush setting. Durban Botanic Gardens (12 min) Orchids, palms, birds & reptiles in Africa's oldest botanic garden, plus a lake & arboretum. Paradise Valley (9 min) Expansive nature preserve with a river, waterfall & 4 trails starting at the interpretive center. uShaka Sea World Aquarium (19 min) Vibrant marine life center with dolphin & seal shows, shark-tank dives & many other activities. Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve (19 min) Sizable coastal forests & grasslands with indigenous plants, abundant wildlife & 200+ bird species. Golden Mile Beach (15 min) This popular gold-sand beach features several piers, plus a promenade with eateries & more. Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park (20 min) Single-track bike trails & hiking routes in a dramatic canyon landscape, plus swimming at waterfall. Mitchell Park Zoo (16 min) Zoo featuring a variety of small animals, plus an aviary, a playground, a tea garden & more. Suncoast Casino, Hotels and Entertainment (17 min) Spacious oceanfront casino offering a hotel, restaurants, shopping, games & other entertainment. uShaka Marine World (19 min) Family-friendly seafront aquarium & water park with a snorkeling lagoon & shark cage dives. Golden Mile Durban (14 min) Kwa Muhle Museum (12 min) Museum showcasing the history, culture & hardships of the city of Durban & its people. Moses Mabhida Stadium (16 min) Bold, state-of-the-art, 56,000-seat stadium for soccer & events, with a panoramic viewing platform. |