Durban is a charming South African city set on the east coast of the country, surrounded by lush valleys and nature reserves. Durban is considered as the best-kept city in South Africa, home to a melting pot of cultures, beautiful beaches, a warm year-round climate and the famous waterfront Golden Mile promenade, which is lined with an array of leisure attractions and activities.

Durban is home to plenty of incredible attractions and sites. The Durban Botanic Gardens is amongst the city’s must-visits; it’s the oldest surviving botanic garden in Africa home to exotic birds, plants and heritage trees.

The uShaka Marine World is another excellent spot offering everything from water rides and beach activities to dolphin shows and an oceanarium with captivating marine life.

Just a 30 minute drive from the city is the Valley of a Thousand Hills, a nature lover’s paradise with endless breath-taking settings.

The incredible Tala Game Reserve is located around an hour’s drive from Durban which protects all sorts of native and international wildlife, including hippos, rhinos and over 380 bird species. Book cheap flights to Durban with Traveasy and look forward to a great getaway filled with lots of exploration.