South Africa · GAME DRIVES IN DURBAN
Every trip has one free day too few. These 14 game drives in Durban justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Review of the 12-hour Hluhluwe safari from Durban, with Big Five viewing, rhinos, lunch, guide advice, costs, and practical tips.
“This was an excellent trip our Guide, Jan Jordaan ,was very knowledgeable - there was plenty of room in the vehicle as there were only 4 of us - we left the hotel at 6.15am and returned at 7.30pm. The whole time we were absorbed in the woRead more”
Spend 10 hours from Durban visiting Tala, Natal Lion Park, and Phezulu, with 4x4 wildlife viewing, lions, elephants, and Zulu culture.
“Tala reserve was amazing. But only had about an hour on the truck. Lion park visit was just a 5-minute stay in the car looking at a lion pride. Overall it was kind like a teaser rather than the real safari experience I was paying over 200 bucks for.”
Review of the half-day Tala Game Reserve and Natal Lion Park tour from Durban, with wildlife highlights, transport concerns, price advice, and booking tips.
“The trip itself was worth seeing. We saw many animals, and were able to get very close to some of them. Unfortunately, the weather put a damper on our plans (persistent, torrential rain). The guides made the most of it.”
Review of the 6-hour Hluhluwe Imfolozi safari from Richards Bay, with Big Five wildlife, park access, transport, price, and practical tips.
“Ne pas admettre des clients de différentes langues ensemble.”
Trade Durban for a Tala safari with private transfers, close wildlife encounters, and expert guides across South Africa’s Natal Midlands.
“This tour exceeded our expectations. We saw all the animals all around the vehicle. The giraffes, zebras were within an arms length away. Fantastic. What a great tour, and our guide was very knowledgeable and made our tour very memorable.”
Review of a 12-hour Durban trip to Hluhluwe Imfolozi, with Big 5 game viewing, optional wild cat sanctuary and boat cruise.
“Purtroppo nonostante il parco sia uno dei più famosi per fare i Safari e sia davvero un parco molto bello e pieno di animali, avremmo fatto meglio ad organizzarci il tour in autonomia! Primo problema: Il nostro Safari doveva durare un intera giornata, mentre non si sa il motivo siamo stati inseriti dal partner locale (senza possibilità di rinunciare!) in un tour composto da più esperienze che ha portato via moltissimo tempo al nostro Safari e questo ha fatto si che all’interno del parco la guida avesse molta fretta per riuscire a stare nei tempi (in ogni caso il nostro rientro in hotel che doveva essere ad un certo orario…”
Compare Tala’s broad wildlife sightings with Natal Lion Park’s lions and elephants on a practical half-day tour from Durban.
“Very nice guide and everyone on the safari in general. The only downside was that the air conditioning in the bus was much too cold, so everyone was freezing.”
Compare three Durban wildlife parks in one day, from Tala’s rhinos and hippos to close lion and elephant encounters at Natal Lion Park.
“Doe deze toer niet als er een cruiseschip is die dag omdat er dan geen plaats is in het 4x4 voertuig. De mensen die per bus arriveren mogen in de 4x4 voertuigen en de viator mensen moeten vanuit een veel te klein busje met piepkleine rameRead more”
Spend 12 hours from Durban tracking rhino, lion, elephant, and birds in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi, with a guide, lunch, and hilltop views.
“We had a wonderful life experience, and our tour guide was incredible, friendly what a sweet woman. a big shout out to Thompsons traveling agency we are content and happy. Cheers to the future”
Spend 13 hours chasing the Big 5 in Hluhluwe-Imfolozi, with Durban pickup, a private 4x4 safari, lunch stop, and expert wildlife tips.
“Guide was great 👍 the ship was late and he was early. He waited from 7am till we got off at 1230. He improved and got 2 tours in and us Bach 10 minutes before all aboard.”
Spend 10 hours from Durban on a 4x4 safari in Hluhluwe Imfolozi, with Big 5 sightings, rhino conservation, and guide Benson.
“We were met 30 mins late from The cruise . The leader put 4 of us in a car with seat belts that didn’t work and a 19 year old driver who drove at 160 km and was stopped by the police and ticketed !!! There was no drink or snack offered . The safari element was good but no drivers when we got back we waited a further 25 mins they’d driven off !! On our way back the 19 year old drove fast again missing his exit off to the port getting lost . He was drowsy and at one point stopped in the middle of the highway…”
Spend 11 hours exploring Hluhluwe-iMfolozi from Durban with a private guide, park fees, wildlife spotting, and door-to-door transport.
“We are two seniors from Canada, and we did two overnight tours with Durban safaris and tours. We had very good drivers/guides for our both trips. Mr.Shelldon did some of our driving and he has good knowledge of fauna and flora of thiRead more”
See elephants, lions, giraffes, hippos, rhinos, and birds on a full-day safari from Durban through Tala and Natal Lion Park.
“This was a great experience. Jumani was an amazing guide and gave us a great overview around the history of Durban. Best part was feeding the elephants. Would do this all over again!”
Track the Big 5 across Hluhluwe-Imfolozi and Manyoni on a 14-hour safari from Durban with expert guides and limited vehicle access.
“It was great! The private game reserve was excellent! Our driver Tambo and guide Wanda Boy were the best! Highly recommend.”
Pick a park, a coastline or a valley.
