Durban Botanic Gardens are regarded by many as some of South Africa's most beautiful city park lands. In 1850, the original curator, Mr. Mark Johnson McKen, laid the groundwork for what it is today. Specialties include the Earnest Thorpe Orchid House, a Herb Garden, a Sunken Garden and the Garden for the Blind. There is an information center and a tea garden. There are live concerts held in the park regularly, throughout the year, and audiences are welcome to bring along a picnic basket. Multiple concerts take place in the hall and the event spaces in the gardens. Workshops and exhibitions are also held.
Um dos melhores parques de pássaros do mundo, com uma coleção espetacular de mais de 3.000 pássaros exóticos e indígenas. Uma rede de diferentes caminhos lhe proporciona um bom lugar para apreciar loris, cacatuas e aras. Localizado no Rio Umgeni, que está na borda da cidade de Durban, a 1 km da foz do rio. Os shows acontecem diariamente as 11:00 hs e as 14:00 hs (terça a domingo), é altamente recomendado e um jeito excelente para admirar os pássaros voando.
Este estádio, com o nome do antigo Secretário Geral do Partido Comunista da África do Sul, foi construído no recinto desportivo de Durban para a Copa do Mundo de 2010 da FIFA. Seu design único permite que se expanda para uma capacidade de 80.000 pessoas ou que se reduza para uma capacidade para 54.000 pessoas. Para a Copa, o estádio vai acomodar 70.000 pessoas. A estrutura moderna inclui um grande arco que começa com duas colunas que se unem do lado norte de uma forma unificada, simbolizando as lutas pela unificação do país. Um teleférico levará as pessoas do lado norte do estádio para a parte superior do arco para panoramas do oceano e da cidade.
O uShaka Marine World é um mundo de maravilhas e mágica conhecido por mergulhadores mas geralmente fora da vista da maioria das pessoas. Este ilustre aquário de tema de náufrago está conectado ao dolphinarium onde lindos shows de golfinhos, focas e penguins acontecem durante o dia todo. Há também uma lagoa para fazer mergulho e uma piscina rasa onde se pode tocar nos peixes. Os mergulhadores alimentam os peixes, as tartarugas gigantes e as arraias com as mãos, e os tubarões são inspiradores. O Sea World é dirigido por SAAMBR (The South African Association for Marine Biological Research), uma associação não-governamental e sem fins lucrativos, que incorpora o Sea World Education Centre e o Oceanographic Research Institute.
Encompassing a long stretch of sandy land, the Golden Mile boasts a pristine series of beaches in the city. Straddling the coast of Durban, these beaches also feature a number of attractions that beckon tourists from all over. Owing to the conducive environs, scores of surfers and outdoor enthusiasts flock to the Golden Mile.
Located between Botha's Hill and Drummond, Phezulu Safari Park is highly recommended. It lies on the ridge overlooking the Valley of 1,000 hills. There is a good curio shop on site and two restaurants; try a four-wheel trip into the Valley of hills. The main attractions, however, are the interesting tour of the crocodile farm and the Zulu village and dancing show. There is also an animal farm and children's playground.
African Kingdom Tours specializes in day and overnight tours including the Hluhluwe Game Park and St. Lucia tour and the Lesotho Via Sani Pass tour, which includes transportation via 4x4 and a trip to the highest pub in Africa. Longer tours include a three day trip in the Drakensburg Mountains. For those who are traveling through, several one-direction tours are also available. All tours include transportation and some food.
Discover Durban's nightlife by visiting the Fahrenheit Executive Lounge and Nightclub. As the sun sets, the interiors are lit with psychedelic lighting and modern sound settings while the DJ spins some groovy numbers making the crowd burn the dance floor. While enjoying the lively ambiance of the club you could indulge in light snacks and drinks. The club also offers rental spaces for private events and parties where the venue can be decorated as per the requirement of the event.
Durban Botanic Gardens are regarded by many as some of South Africa's most beautiful city park lands. In 1850, the original curator, Mr. Mark Johnson McKen, laid the groundwork for what it is today. Specialties include the Earnest Thorpe Orchid House, a Herb Garden, a Sunken Garden and the Garden for the Blind. There is an information center and a tea garden. There are live concerts held in the park regularly, throughout the year, and audiences are welcome to bring along a picnic basket. Multiple concerts take place in the hall and the event spaces in the gardens. Workshops and exhibitions are also held.
Um dos melhores parques de pássaros do mundo, com uma coleção espetacular de mais de 3.000 pássaros exóticos e indígenas. Uma rede de diferentes caminhos lhe proporciona um bom lugar para apreciar loris, cacatuas e aras. Localizado no Rio Umgeni, que está na borda da cidade de Durban, a 1 km da foz do rio. Os shows acontecem diariamente as 11:00 hs e as 14:00 hs (terça a domingo), é altamente recomendado e um jeito excelente para admirar os pássaros voando.
Beyond the glitz of North Beach, Battery beach is less developed and less crowded. One reason for this may be that it has less facilities including kiosks, but has its advantages. It is a popular beach for working up a tan, as it is quiet, with few distractions (due to lack of things to do) from people playing games. The large amusement park to the north of the beach is a good place for families to spend a day, the Waterworld (which includes a fun park) and Animal Farm.
Enjoy a nostalgic steam train trip on this railway company, which was formed in 1982 by a group of enthusiasts who realized the demise of steam in South Africa was not far off. All proceeds from running the trains are channeled back into restoration. This is one of the oldest lines and most scenic railway trips in South Africa. The train is available to hire for functions and conferences. Departure point is Kloof station, departing the first and last Sunday of every month.