South Africa's cosmopolitan playground boasts spectacular golden beaches, year-round sunshine, never-ending activities and fun, not to mention a variety of activities and sights. Just 20 minutes drive to the north lies Umhlanga, playground of the jetset, boasting a wondrous promenade, pavement cafes and laidback vibe.
A visit to Ushaka Island Marine Park is a must. Being the 5th largest aquarium in the world by volume of water, coupled with indigenous African imagery, lush vegetation and maritime images of the Port of Durban, plus a water slides amusement park, uShaka is a complete marine world.
Durban and its surrounding suburbs are blessed with incredible restaurants, from the colonial fine dining experience of The Royal Grill to the cool, funky fare of Bean Bag Bohemia in Morningside and dozens of indoor and outdoor bistros. Into this mix add an intoxicating fusion of cultures: Indian, Zulu and English.
Browse around the Heritage Market's cluster of shops, set amid hundreds of rose bushes in Hillcrest, and the eclectic mix of outlets in suburban Florida Road, all housed in beautifully restored Edwardian buildings. Get spicy at the vibrant Victoria Market, a treasure house of Indian wares, curios and food. Also worth a visit is the Valley of a Thousand Hills. Just 45-minutes drive west from the city centre, it has magnificent views, a Zulu village and large craft market. Head a bit further west and you're on the Midlands Meander - an established, excellent arts and crafts route offering glorious accommodation and excellent wares amid beautiful scenery.
Continue on that route and you'll reach the mighty Drakensberg Mountain range. Recently proclaimed a World Heritage Site, it is a must see, with its superb examples of Bushmen paintings, soul-feeding vistas, mountain walks and ample accommodation, from campsites to luxury hotels. A couple of hours drive to the north lies the Kwa-Zulu Natal reserves - some of the country's best big game areas. Continue further North to the pristine wild life sanctuaries of the Elephant Coast.
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Umhlanga Rocks Drive, Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa
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Umhlanga Rocks, Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa
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