If you are after an enchanting and memorable respite in
South Africa, then a Durban holiday definitely offers the sights and sounds
that go with your mood. This multicultural Kwa Zulu Natal city combines its mix
of cultures with awesome attractions that leaves many travelers looking for
more. Some of the best attractions include various water slides, botanical
gardens, open air markets and some of the best places to dine and wine in KZN.
If you are looking for the perfect Durban holiday experience, the following five attractions will definitely give you
the fun and exotic side to the city.
Ushaka Marine World
Built in a shipwreck theme and kitted with such amenities as
a giant aquarium, an expansive dining complex and a water park, the Ushaka
Marine World is a definite must see on a Durban
holiday and frequently tops every visitor’s list of priorities. The park
has dark alleyways where visitors can walk
through and see the massive sharks. The park also has contains lots of cute
dolphins. The dolphin shows are a definite must see.
Durban Botanical Gardens
The Durban Botanical Gardens are considered the oldest in
Africa and offer a relaxing atmosphere rich in fauna. They are perfect for
educational tours, giving you an opportunity to explore and learn about the
various plants and herbs from Africa and the rest of the world during your Durban holiday. If you are looking for
pure relaxation, the tea garden inside these botanical gardens provides an
impressive atmosphere to unwind and marvel, while surrounded by a rich
biodiversity.
Umhlanga Rocks
Located on the Kwa Zulu Natal coast, Umhlanga Rocks is a
fully kitted and quiet coastal village where you can have a quiet Durban holiday away from the hustle
bustle of the city. This upmarket village has several amenities for the holiday
makers including holiday flats, shopping malls, restaurants, hotels, a skate
park and other amenities that will make your holiday just worth it. Apart from
the peaceful and quiet atmosphere, you might also enjoy attractions like
watching the sea from the pier or the Umhlanga Lighthouse, an impressive
monument built to raise awareness on HIV/AIDS. The village is located just 15km
from Durban and is thus quite accessible.
Natal Shark Board
If you thought that only Cape Town offers
a great shark spectacle with its famous sharks and seals, then think again. The
Natal Shark Board was created to protect the public from shark attacks while
also teaching them the value of conservation of the marine ecosystem. Guided
educational tours and shows are available during your Durban holiday where you can learn more about the “sea monster”,
the Great White Shark amongst other shark species. If you are lucky, you can
witness the impressive spectacle of a shark being dissected. Lots of smaller
sharks can also be seen here during educational tours.
The Victoria Street Market
The Victoria Street Market is one of the historic landmarks
of Durban and an important part of the city’s cultural history. Established in
1910 by indentured laborers from India, the century old market gives you a
glimpse into the city’s Indian flavor with assorted merchandise ranging from
Indian spices to jewelry. This is the perfect place to interact with the local
population or pick a souvenir during your Durban
holiday.
To check out and book your preferred Durban holiday, visit www.where2stay-southafrica.com
To check out and book your preferred Durban holiday, visit www.where2stay-southafrica.com
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