All Durban Tours in April 2026
Page 2 of 42 Trips in Durban during April 2026 with 87 Reviews
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Mkambati Magic - April 2026
Book this guided trip and spend an amazing 5 days in and around Mkambati Natural Reserve. Explore one of the most pristine places on the South African coastline and uncover its mystique. Discover some of the secrets of the Wild Coast while Hiking along the beach past the Mzamba Fossils. Learn more about the rural Pondo communities.
Start your South African adventure from Wild Coast Sun, a popular resort in Port Edward, where you will meet both your guide and group members. Hike along a 14km coastal stretch to reach the Nyameni River. See Strandlooper and Mkambati falls. Enjoy a cultural tour to a traditional Xhosa village and get the chance to learn more about this community. Take a boat trip to the stunning Mtentu Estuary and visit Mkambati's best kept secret, Swallow Tail Falls.
See innumerable waterfalls, take refreshing dips in natural pools, and relax on the beach during this hike. Enjoy our full-board service except on the first and the last day of the hike. You will be driven back to Wild Coast Sun after the trip is over.
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South Africa Adventure - April 2026
5
Fantastic tour with Machiel and Dan in South Africa. We had a great time and learned a lot about the country. Highly recommended!
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Shakaland And History Of Zulu Culture Tour - April 2026
KING SHAKA MEMORIAL- SHAKALAND- DLINZA FOREST
This popular tour is dedicated to the culture and customs of Zulu people. We start the tour from your accomodation in Durban and move to our first stop which is King Shaka Memorial which is about an hours drive from Durban. Here we show you a short presentation about the history of King Shaka Zulu .
Our next stop is the main attraction which is Shakaland which was built for the movie "Shaka Zulu". It demonstrates the lifestyle replica of Shaka’s Royal Homestead which now serves as a living museum. The two hour guided tour is an educational insight into Zulu Culture before colonization and modernization. Here you get an opportunity to taste authentic Zulu beer and participate in a show of spectacular Zulu dancing.
We take an easy walk to the Dlinza Forest Reserve which has high raised board walks winding their way through this beautiful reserve. Small duiker and a wide variety of bird life is what you can expect.
After the tour we drive you back to Durban and drop you off to your accommodations.
Local culture
St Lucia iSimangaliso Boat Safari & DumaZulu - April 2026
When one thinks of African wildlife, the image of the expansive savanna plains come to mind. On this guided day tour, experience the massive biodiversity of the continent through a different vantage point: St. Lucia coastline. Afterwards, experience Zulu culture unaffected by modernization at DumaZulu Cultural Village.
The tour departs from Durban along the coast to northern KwaZulu-Natal. The first stop is the small town of St Lucia inside the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park. There you will board a river boat for a two-hour guided tour of the estuary. A local guide will inform you of the park's history and inform you about its incredible wildlife whilst cruising along the estuary on a boat safari.
The iSimangaliso Wetlands Park was declared South Africa's first Natural World Heritage Site in 1999. Previously known as the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, the UNESCO site dates back over 120 years. Established in 1895 the reserve is considered South Africa's third largest park with its unique ecosystem spanning over 280 km of near pristine coastline and 328,000 hectares of expansive land. The protected area is home to one of the largest population of hippopotami in South Africa and an estimated 1,000 crocodiles.
iSimagaliso has a wealth of plant, bird and animal life, including lions, zebras, African elephants, leopards, giraffes, white rhinos and fish eagles. Then head to DumaZulu Cultural Village.
DumaZulu Cultural Village is located near the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve in the heart of Zululand. Translated to “Thundering Zulu,” DumaZulu is South Africa’s largest Zulu cultural village with over 50 Zulu locals who living and working in the area.
The village depicts Zulu culture before modernization and is considered a living museum. The village is laid out in the tradition Zulu design of beehive huts arranged in a circle around a cattle kraal. You’ll be welcomed to the village by a local DumaZulu tour guide who’ll explain and share interesting traditions and customs of the Zulu people.
You can observe the traditional basket-weaving, spear- and shield-making techniques from the locals as well as watch traditional bone-throwing and Zulu dancing and singing performances.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
St. Lucia Wetlands Boat Ride (iSimangaliso) - April 2026
Leave Durban from your Hotel, Guest House or B&B and drive through Northern Zululand through Timber and Sugar plantations and the beautiful Zulu villages.
Isimangaliso (Greater St Lucia) Wetlands Park UNESCO site is South Africa’s third largest protected area spanning 280km of coastline. As part of this tour you will among others enjoy a 2 hour guided boat tour of the estuary where you will be taken up close to crocodiles, hippopotamus and the beautiful fish eagle and many other birds found in South Africa. This tour also includes a leisurely walk along the estuary and the coastline of the area. We will also make a visit to the Reptile Park.
iSimangaliso must be the only place on the globe where the oldest land mammal (the rhinoceros) and the world’s biggest terrestrial mammal (the elephant) share an ecosystem with the world’s oldest fish (the coelacanth) and the world’s biggest marine mammal (the whale).
We look forward to providing you with an amazing day surrounded by Mother nature at her best.
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St Lucia iSimangaliso & Emdoneni Wild Cat Day Tour - April 2026
The tour departs from Durban, heading north along the coast to northern KwaZulu-Natal. The first stop is the town of St Lucia and the estuary inside the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park. There you will board a riverboat for a 2-hour guided tour of the estuary. The local guide will inform you of the reserve's history and its incredible wildlife.
After lunch, you will continue with your safari before leaving the park on route to Emdoneni Wild Cat Sanctuary. During the guided tour to the cat project, visitors can get up close and personal with some of South Africa's endangered cat species; caracal, serval, cheetah and the African wildcat. This once in a lifetime opportunity can be enjoyed whilst being educated on a tour. This activity is very popular!
After the tour we start the two hours journey back to Durban for drop off.
Previously known as the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park, iSimangaliso Wetlands Park was declared South Africa's first Natural World Heritage Site (UNESCO) and is considered South Africa's third largest park with 280km of near pristine coastline and 328 000 hectares of magnificent scenery. The protected area is home to one of the largest population of hippopotami in SA, an estimated 1000 crocodiles as well as a wealth of plant, bird and animal life. The park was proclaimed a world heritage site because of the rich biodiversity, unique ecosystems and natural beauty occurring in a relatively small area. Animals occurring in the park include lion, African elephant, leopard, black and southern white rhino, buffalo and in the ocean, whales, dolphins, and marine turtles including the leatherback and loggerhead turtle.
Emdoneni Cat Project offers a guided tour of South Africa's endangered wild cat species. The aim of the Emdoneni Cat Project is to care for cheetahs, serval cats, African wildcats and caracal (lynx), which have been orphaned or injured in the wild and need care and rehabilitation.
Sightseeing Tours
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7-day Kruger, Eswatini Durban Accommodated - April 2026
Dreaming of a beach escape with a twist? The 7-day Kruger, Eswatini & Durban Accommodated tour blends wildlife, culture, and coastal fun in South Africa. Starting in Pretoria and ending in Durban, this family-friendly trip includes visits to Hazyview, Saint Lucia, and three other vibrant locales. With hotel accommodations, transport, and meals provided, there’s nothing left to do but enjoy the journey. The standout feature is the rare combination of safari excitement and the laid-back charm of South Africa’s east coast, making it a top choice for families wanting variety in their tour package.
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Drakensberg Kamberg & Mandela Capture Site Tour - April 2026
The tour starts at 06:30 am when we pick you up from Durban to take you to Pietermaritzburg, the capital of KwaZulu-Natal.
Here you will have the opportunity to see the Mahatma Ghandi statue. After passing Pietermaritzburg you can choose between two places that we visit.
The first option is visiting Giant's Castle Nature Reserve which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in which you will embark on a 40 minute walk to the main caves which has exhibits of San Rock Art.
The second option includes the Bushman Pock paintings found in Kamberg, situated on the foothills of the Drakensberg Mountains. This optional tour is more strenuous than the Giant's Castle as you will embark on a 90 minute walk to the site and a 90 minute walk back.
The tour ends with a drive through the Midlands Meander where you will be able to enjoy and purchase a variety of products grown or manufactured by local farmers, a stop at the Mandela Capture Site Monument and finally ending at the Howick Falls before returning back to Durban.
Sightseeing Tours
USD 197
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7-day Kruger, Eswatini Durban Camping - April 2026
Sun, safari, and the seaside—experience them all on the 7-day Kruger, Eswatini & Durban Camping tour. Kicking off in Pretoria and winding down in Durban, this guided beach tour covers Durban, Saint Lucia, Kruger National Park, and three additional destinations in South Africa. With all accommodation, transport, and meals included, this trip suits families eager to blend wildlife encounters with coastal exploration. The standout feature of this tour package is its balanced itinerary, offering both unforgettable safari moments and the chance to relax by the Indian Ocean, making it an excellent family adventure.
Beach
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USD 860
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USD 215
Hluhluwe Imfolozi Safari & Emdoneni Wild Cat Tour - April 2026
Experience and learn more about the wildlife of South Africa on this day trip to the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve and the Emdoneni Cat Project.
The tour departs from Durban heading north up the coast to northern KwaZulu-Natal. You will arrive at the Hluhluwe-Imfolozi gate 2.5 hours after departing from Durban. Your experienced guide will take you on safari and show you around the park in search of the diverse wildlife and the Big 5.
Hluhluwe Imfolozi Game Reserve is set in the heart of Zululand where Africa’s Big 5 (lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo and rhinoceros) roam the flourishing savannah. Established in 1895 this is the oldest park in South Africa and encompasses over 98 000 hectares of the beautiful African landscape. This tour is in a closed vehicle. The Park contains an immense diversity of fauna and flora and is characterized by hilly topography. The list of animals in the park is long and varied.
Your guide will stop for lunch at Hilltop Camp (lunch at your own expense) giving you time to refuel and relax. The restaurant is situated at the top of the hill and gives visitors the chance to enjoy the scenery of the camp and surrounding areas. After lunch, you will continue with your safari before leaving the park for Emdoneni Wild Cat Sanctuary.
At Emdoneni Cat Project, you will have a guided tour about South Africa’s endangered wild cat species. The aim of the project is to care for the various wild cat species which have been orphaned or injured in the wild and need care and rehabilitation. Emdoneni’s guided tour offers visitors a unique and exciting opportunity to literally get up close and personal with their magnificent cat species. There are four species of wild cats at Emdoneni; African wildcat, caracal, cheetah and serval. This once in a lifetime opportunity can be enjoyed whilst being educated on a tour. This activity is very popular!
After the tour, we start the two-hour journey back to Durban and will drop you off.
Wildlife
USD 255
Nelson Mandela Capture Site & Phezulu Tour - April 2026
Explore the history of KwaZulu-Natal, the distant and the recent, on this guided tour. Learn about the struggles during and the triumphs over the apartheid as well as get a glimpse of Zulu culture before the dawn of the 20th century. End the day with a thrilling visit to a reptile park.
The tour departs from Durban for the capital of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg. Your guide will give you a short tour of the city, including Mahatma Gandhi’s statue by Pietermaritzburg City Hall.
Next stop will be the small town of Howick to visit its waterfall. KwaNogqaza or Howick Falls is approximately 95 metres in height and lies on the Umgeni River. The local Zulu people named it the “Home of the Tall” referring to its height. Next to the fall lies a quaint old section of Howick that houses a number of historical museums and antique stores.
Next, head to the Nelson Mandela Capture Site and Apartheid Museum. The Capture Site boasts a large sculpture of Nelson Mandela made up of multiple steel columns. Tourists at the Capture Site are required to stand 35 meters away the steel columns to clearly see the large bust of Nelson Mandela in focus. Facing west the impressive sculpture is a unique monument for the local Howick community. The Apartheid Museum is dedicated to Nelson Mandela’s life and his struggle against the Apartheid government.
Next is the "Valley of 1,000 Hills" to experience traditional Zulu culture at PheZulu Cultural Village and visit the Reptile Park. Visitors are taken into a traditional Zulu sibaya or homestead to experience traditional Zulu life before modernization. Inside a traditional Zulu homestead there are thatched huts placed in a circular position, with the cattle placed in the centre as a form of protection. At PheZulu homesteads the thatched huts are surrounding the auditorium which faces the beautiful valley.
The local PheZulu guide will take you on a guided tour of the PheZulu sibaya and explain the Zulu cultural practices to gain insight into Zulu traditions during the 1800’s. The local Zulu dancing show serves both educational and entertainment purpose as local performers sing and dance to beautiful traditional Zulu songs with complete Zulu attire.
PheZulu also has the Reptile Park. The local guides are very knowledgeable and eager to take you around the park and share interesting facts about the animals in the park. PheZulu Reptile Park has diverse reptilian wildlife on site, including crocodiles, alligators, snakes, tortoises and iguanas. The guides will let you touch or hold some of the animals, including a small crocodile and the giant Burmese python, just long enough to take a photo.
City sightseeing
USD 168
Private airport shuttle in Durban - April 2026
Skip the taxi line with our private airport shuttle! Our professional driver picks you up at the arrival area at the airport and takes you to your hotel or residential areas in Durban, including central business-district areas, Durban beachfront, Umhlanga, Berea, Morningside, Musgrave and other areas within Durban.
Enjoy a comfortable and private ride.
Our own shuttle services also include picking you up from your hotel or residential areas in Durban to King Shaka international airport.
Distance from Durban to King Shaka International airport may range from 30 minutes to 1 hour subject to traffic conditions.
Ground transfers
USD 29
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Garden Route Adventure - April 2026
Follow the coastal trail to Cape Town on an adventurous 14-day adventure along the Garden Route and Wild Coast of South Africa. Hit up all the region’s hotspots – elephant spotting in Addo Elephant National Park, hiking in the Lesotho Highlands, meeting local Xhosa communities in Cintsa, and two fun-filled nights in Cape Town. Get a sprinkling of safaris thrown in with penguins, creating a whole South African smorgasbord.
Road trip
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USD 1,657
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USD 478
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Kruger & Coast - April 2026
5
First solo trip for me, but the tour group staff (and guests for that matter) were excellent - the travelling times whilst long, were well worth it - our tour guide Tshepo and driver Cosmas made the trip effortless with good organisation, clear communication and always timely starts/finishes - the information provided at each location, picture opportunities given, fun activities, good food and basically everything else, made this my favourite trip to date - will defo be doing another Africa tour with the tour operator
National parks
USD 1,285
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USD 40
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