Durban Mini Safari and Zulu Cultural Experience

Embark on a day of wildlife sightings and Zulu culture with a mini safari tour from Durban. First a trip to the Tala Game Reserve where you will see rhino, giraffe, kudu, buffalo and much more. Also see the hippo and a lot of bird species. From Tala, the Phezulu Cultural Village and Reptile Park awaits. Here, enjoy an expression of the Zulu cultural experience complete with a traditional dance performance.
Highlights:
- See animals – rhino, zebra, giraffe, kudu, buffalo and many more in a game safari in Tala Game Reserve
- Experience the Zulu culture complete with the Zulu dance in Phezulu
- Visit Zulu village in Phezulu

What's included:

• Tour guide
• Experience African traditional dances in Phezulu
• Tour the African village and experience traditional dances at Phezulu
• Game safari at Tala Game Reserve
• Hotel, airport and port pick ups and drop offs

Not included:

• Tips

What to expect:

Duration: 6 hours

Tala Private Game Reserve

R603 Umbumbulu Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3202

Depart from Durban at 8am and head to Tala Game Reserve. Tala Private Game Reserve is home to the rhino, zebra, kudu, hippo, buffalo, giraffe, wildebeest, eland, and other big game animals. There is also a huge range of bird species.
Please note: In the event that Tala Game Reserve is un-available on the day of your tour, the game safari will instead take place at the nearby Gwahumbe Game Reserve, which offers a similar experience and quality of wildlife viewing.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Phezulu Safari Park

190 Old Main Rd, Bothas Hill, Durban, 3610

ThA visit to the African village at Phezulu offers a vibrant cultural experience that brings the rich heritage of the Zulu people to life. Here, guests are welcomed into a traditional village setting where they can learn about Zulu customs, beliefs, and daily life. The highlight of the visit is the energetic performance of traditional Zulu dances, accompanied by rhythmic drumming and powerful singing, showcasing the skill, pride, and spirit of the Zulu culture. Visitors also have the chance to interact with locals, explore beautifully crafted huts, and gain insight into the deep-rooted traditions that have been passed down through generations. This experience is both educational and entertaining, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for South Africa’s diverse cultural tapestry is nestled at the valley of a 1000 hills. At Phezulu safari park we can go for game drive in an open vehicle. We also encounter Zulu culture including Zulu dance. This activity is an optional extra.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included