The 12 Boat Tours in Durban That Earn Their Price

1.30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 665 reviews · 30 min · from $7Our pick

Cruise Durban Harbor for 30 minutes, see giant ships and tugboats up close, learn port life from a skipper, and enjoy skyline views for $7.

“The activity was good I enjoyed my self and my daughter also enjoyed, i think you should fix the path that leads you to the boat it broken and at the same time it shakes , my nearly fell coz she was walking on the broken path, other than that, I’m will to share my experience with my friends”

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2.1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson’s Wharf

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 496 reviews · 1 hour · from $11

Cruise from Wilson’s Wharf for Durban harbor, beachfront, skyline views, ship spotting, music, and an informative hour at sea.

“Ride was smooth thanks to Mr Zulu umfo ka Mageba. Met some lovely folks from Scotland who made the ride extra special as I was travelling alone. 100/10 overall experience.”

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3.Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 298 reviews · 30 min · from $9

Cruise Durban’s Point Waterfront canals for 30 minutes on a low-cost pontoon boat, with skyline views, local history, and friendly guides.

“We had a great time though we didn't sit in one spot as a family. The driver stopped along the way to take us pics which was great.”

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4.Pontoon Boat Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 182 reviews · 1 hour

Cruise Durban Harbor by pontoon boat, passing giant ships, working docks, beachfront views, and Wilson's Wharf in a relaxed one-hour trip.

“It was fun and scary at the same time We didn't have life jackets.”

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5.Luxury Canal Boat Cruise – Fun Things Durban Ushaka

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 125 reviews · from $8

Cruise Durban’s Point Waterfront Canals on a 30-minute luxury pontoon ride with fish spotting, local stories, and friendly guides.

“Troy was the best host, we really had fun with him, he took great pictures of us and was very friendly”

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6.Durban: Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 45 reviews · 2 hours · from $102

Watch humpback whales, dolphins, and other marine life on a two-hour Durban boat tour with an expert guide.

“Amazing trip. Skipper Bennie, took us out although we were the only ones that had booked that particular early morning slot. Real character, knows his stuff, great all round guy As it was getting towards the tail end of the migration season, we weren't overly optimistic. OMG, how wrong were we. We didn't see one whale but 7! Three in particular we stuck with and they rewarded us with several full breaches and numerous tail slaps, partial breaches. A good hour of memories which I'll take with me to the grave. Thanks Bennie. Amazing time 👏”

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7.Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $11

Glide through Durban’s Point Waterfront at night on a 30-minute gondola cruise with city lights, calm canals, photos, and easy cancellation.

“The night lights by the river and the water. The weather was beautiful and the river was calm and inviting.”

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8.Hluhluwe Imfolozi Safari & St Lucia Boat Safari Day Tour from Durban

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · from $259

Combine a St Lucia hippo cruise with a Hluhluwe-Imfolozi safari on this long, wildlife-packed day trip from Durban.

“It was a great experience. All special thanks to Bheki for taking us for the Game Drive and Sabele Benson for taking us for the Boat Ride and City Tour. Great service and customer care from 1st Zulu Safaris.”

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9.Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · from $11

Ride an African gondola through Durban’s Point Waterfront canal, with calm water, city views, bridges, fish sightings, and easy nearby dining.

“It was a birthday surprise for my hubby and we all enjoyed this beautiful experience. Will do it again.”

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10.Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $11

Cruise Durban Harbour for one hour on a spacious pontoon boat, with port views, friendly staff, music, and possible marine life sightings.

“The boat tour was amazing. Very friendly guides with friendly personalities. It was great seeing the Durban harbour with my lovie dovie & my cousin with his lovie dovie. Great outing!!!”

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11.Picnic Gondola Boat Ride at Durban Point Waterfront Canal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews

Glide through Durban’s Point Waterfront Canal on a private 40-minute gondola ride with a local picnic, friendly service, and calm views.

“Its very mild. Nice for people who don’t like hectic and unsafe activities. The staff is extremely friendly, helpful and very nice!”

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12.St Lucia Isimangaliso Boat Safari Day Tour from Durban

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · from $199

Review of the St Lucia boat safari from Durban, with hippos, crocodiles, birds, UNESCO wetlands, transport details, costs, and practical advice.

“My tour was from Durban and was organized through 1st Zulu Safaris. Benson, the driver there, was very professional, informative and friendly. Great guy! The boat tour on the estuary was great: beautiful scenery and lots of hippos. Sadly, we didn’t see any crocs but apparently that was due to the heat. The boat and staff were excellent.”

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