Durban Budget Explorer: Wildlife, Heritage, and Coastal Walks

Start in central Durban with local breakfast, a guided walking tour, a photo shoot, botanical walks, and evening shopping.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Glenwood Bakery

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy fresh artisanal bread and coffee at a popular local bakery.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban City Walking Tour

   09:15 – 10:45

   Walk through central Durban to see historic architecture and urban markets.

   • entryFree
3. 11:00|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Durban

   11:00 – 12:30

   Capture portraits against iconic city backdrops with a professional local photographer.

   • entryINR 29369
4. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Sunrise Chip 'N Ranch

   12:45 – 13:45

   Sample an authentic Durban bunny chow at a famed local spot.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban Botanic Gardens Visit

   14:00 – 15:30

   Stroll among ancient cycads and subtropical plant collections in Africa's oldest surviving botanic garden.

   • entryFree
6. 15:45|17:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Golden Mile

   15:45 – 17:15

   Walk along the vibrant beachfront promenade overlooking the Indian Ocean.

   • entryFree
7. 17:30|19:15
   

   Shopping

   The Gateway Theatre of Shopping

   17:30 – 19:15

   Browse retail stores, crafts, and entertainment options at Gateway.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at House of Curries

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on traditional Durban curries on lively Florida Road.

Explore pivotal historical sites along the Inanda Heritage Route followed by city sights and coastal walks.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Circus Circus Beach Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Eat breakfast right on the Golden Mile promenade with ocean views.

2. 09:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Inanda Heritage route and Cato Manor

   09:15 – 12:30

   Visit historic townships and landmarks tied to Mahatma Gandhi, John Dube, and Nelson Mandela.

   • entryINR 14031
3. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at CaneCutters

   12:45 – 13:45

   Try traditional Indian meals and curry specials in Glenwood.

4. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban City Walking Tour

   14:00 – 15:30

   Discover street art, local bazaars, and historic civic buildings on foot.

   • entryFree
5. 15:45|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban Botanic Gardens Visit

   15:45 – 17:00

   Relax in the tranquil garden surroundings and visit the orchid house.

   • entryFree
6. 17:15|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Golden Mile

   17:15 – 18:30

   Enjoy the late afternoon breeze along the beachfront pier.

   • entryFree
7. 18:45|19:25
   

   Shopping

   The Gateway Theatre of Shopping

   18:45 – 19:25

   Pick up souvenirs and necessities at the shopping complex.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Spiga D'Oro

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy affordable Italian dining in a cozy neighborhood setting.

Journey into KwaZulu-Natal's scenic hills to experience Zulu culture, views of Inanda Dam, and local nature spots.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Bike & Bean Durban

   08:00 – 09:00

   Casual beachfront coffee and light breakfast options.

2. 09:15|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Valley Of 1000 Hills, Phezulu Cultural Home And Inanda Dam

   09:15 – 12:30

   Experience traditional Zulu dancing, cultural displays, and view the expansive Inanda Dam.

   • entryINR 16582
3. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Little Gujarat

   12:45 – 13:45

   Inexpensive Gujarati vegetarian dishes in central Durban.

4. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Valley of a Thousand Hills Day Tour

   14:00 – 16:00

   Take in outdoor panoramas and scenic overlooks across the undulating valley landscape.

5. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban Botanic Gardens Visit

   16:15 – 17:30

   Enjoy a peaceful late afternoon walk around the lily pond.

   • entryFree
6. 17:45|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Golden Mile

   17:45 – 18:45

   Watch local surfers and walkers at dusk near North Beach.

   • entryFree
7. 18:50|19:25
   

   Shopping

   The Gateway Theatre of Shopping

   18:50 – 19:25

   Browse local fashion brands and crafts indoors.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Britannia Hotel Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Relish famous Durban curries served inside a landmark hotel.

Head out on a day safari at Tala Game Reserve to spot rhinos, giraffes, and antelopes close to Durban.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Afro's Chicken Shop

   08:00 – 09:00

   Quick grilled chicken burgers and fresh coffee on the beachfront.

2. 09:15|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Tala Mini Day Safari - Durban

   09:15 – 12:30

   Embark on a game drive in a private sanctuary home to plains game and rich birdlife.

3. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Mali's Indian Restaurant

   12:45 – 13:45

   Authentic South and North Indian dishes in Morningside.

4. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban Botanic Gardens Visit

   14:00 – 15:30

   Relax after your morning game drive among shaded tree canopies.

   • entryFree
5. 15:45|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban City Walking Tour

   15:45 – 17:00

   Walk through Victoria Street Market and historic city quarters.

   • entryFree
6. 17:15|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Golden Mile

   17:15 – 18:30

   Walk along the warm Indian Ocean coastline at sunset.

   • entryFree
7. 18:45|19:25
   

   Shopping

   The Gateway Theatre of Shopping

   18:45 – 19:25

   Explore retail shops and local bookstores in Umhlanga.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at The Chairman

   19:30 – 21:00

   Atmospheric jazz lounge and eatery offering local grilled specialties.

Travel inland towards the Drakensberg mountain range to view ancient San Bushmen rock paintings.

1. 07:30|08:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Surf Riders Food Shack

   07:30 – 08:30

   Hearty breakfast bowls and freshly brewed coffee by the beach.

2. 08:45|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Drankensberg Bushmen Paintings

   08:45 – 12:30

   Explore World Heritage mountain caves containing centuries-old San rock art.

   • entryINR 21046
3. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Capsicum Restaurant

   12:45 – 13:45

   Taste local Durban curries and traditional South African lunches.

4. 14:00|16:00
   

   Outdoor

   Valley of a Thousand Hills Day Tour

   14:00 – 16:00

   Stop at scenic viewpoints overlooking valleys and rivers on the drive back.

5. 16:15|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban City Walking Tour

   16:15 – 17:30

   Explore city heritage buildings as evening approaches.

   • entryFree
6. 17:45|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Golden Mile

   17:45 – 18:45

   Enjoy an evening walk along the paved beachfront path.

   • entryFree
7. 18:50|19:25
   

   Shopping

   The Gateway Theatre of Shopping

   18:50 – 19:25

   Short visit to browse South African crafts and dry goods.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Market Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Fresh farm-to-table dining set in a quiet courtyard.

Take a day tour north to Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park, the oldest proclaimed game reserve in Africa.

1. 07:00|08:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Corner Cafe

   07:00 – 08:00

   Eco-friendly neighborhood cafe in Glenwood serving quick breakfasts.

2. 08:15|12:30
   

   Outdoor

   Hluhluwe Big 5 Day tour from Durban

   08:15 – 12:30

   Track elephants, lions, rhinos, and buffaloes with an experienced guide in Hluhluwe Park.

3. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Jeannie's

   12:45 – 13:45

   Relaxed lunch venue featuring light meals and sandwiches.

4. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban Botanic Gardens Visit

   14:00 – 15:30

   Unwind in the garden green spaces upon returning to Durban.

   • entryFree
5. 15:45|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban City Walking Tour

   15:45 – 17:00

   Stroll past City Hall and the Francis Farewell Gardens.

   • entryFree
6. 17:15|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Golden Mile

   17:15 – 18:30

   Catch the evening coastal atmosphere along the beach promenade.

   • entryFree
7. 18:45|19:25
   

   Shopping

   The Gateway Theatre of Shopping

   18:45 – 19:25

   Quick evening shopping trip for gifts and essentials.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Cargo Hold Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine alongside a shark aquarium inside a phantom ship wreck.

Conclude your journey visiting the iSimangaliso Wetlands World Heritage area and DumaZulu cultural home.

1. 07:30|08:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Jojo

   07:30 – 08:30

   Quiet morning cafe offering espresso and breakfast plates.

2. 08:45|12:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Isimangaliso WetLands Park (St Lucia)and DumaZulu Cultural Villag

   08:45 – 12:30

   Discover estuarine ecosystems at St Lucia and observe Zulu traditions at DumaZulu Village.

   • entryINR 18814
3. 12:45|13:45
   

   Food

   Lunch at Hollywoodbets Bunny Chow

   12:45 – 13:45

   Enjoy a final classic Durban quarter-mutton bunny chow.

4. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban Botanic Gardens Visit

   14:00 – 15:30

   Take a final leisurely walk among the garden's heritage palm trees.

   • entryFree
5. 15:45|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Durban City Walking Tour

   15:45 – 17:00

   Reflect on Durban's urban history with a short walking segment.

   • entryFree
6. 17:15|18:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Golden Mile

   17:15 – 18:30

   Final walk along the vibrant Durban beachfront.

   • entryFree
7. 18:45|19:25
   

   Shopping

   The Gateway Theatre of Shopping

   18:45 – 19:25

   Pick up last-minute travel souvenirs before departure.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Butcher Block Umhlanga

   19:30 – 21:00

   Conclude your trip with quality South African steaks and grills.