Durban is South Africa’s third largest city overflowing with cultural diversity, sunshine, golden beaches and scenic beauty. Durban, situated on the east coast, is regarded one of South Africa’s fastest growing cities; emerging as a hub around a busy harbor and has a population of over 4 million people. Durban is an extremely popular and very affordable leisure destination with its mild winters and hot summers situated in the province of KwaZulu-Natal.

KwaZulu-Natal, known as the Zulu Kingdom, is considered a place of discovery providing visitors with lasting memories. The region offers a wide spectrum of scenery, cultures and diverse attractions including 600km of pristine coastline, a towering mountain range, untamed wilderness and home to Africa’s Big 5. The province is also home to the proud Zulu nation, and the descendents of colonial settlers from around the world, while the Indian population is one of the world’s largest outside India.

Getting to Durban

Durban has one of three major International Airports in South Africa and is connected to the OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg by regular daily flights from low-cost airlines. Many of the regular international airlines fly into Durban as their destination in South Africa. This makes it very easy for tourists wanting to visit the Zulu Kingdom and then explore the rest of this “World in One Country”.

Durban is known for its well-run inner-city bus services which cover the length and breadth of the city, there are also shuttle services which run from the airport to the major hotels and accommodation areas in the city.

Accommodation

Durban has a vast selection of accommodation of a very high standard to suit all requirements. Within the City and beachfront area there is an estimate 8 000 beds to be found from 5 star establishments to self-catering apartments, all within 10 minutes of the ICC Durban with the 327-bed 5 star Hilton Hotel on site.

Local Attractions

Durban has numerous attractions and offers something for everyone from its treasure chest of opportunities to explore and experience a uniquely African city namely: beaches, uShaka Marine World, Sharks Board, bird parks, Dolphin Coast, numerous golf courses, museums, Township Tours and vibrant markets.

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