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Durban ( / ˈdɜːrbən / DUR-bən; Zulu: eThekwini, from itheku meaning "bay, lagoon") [a] is the third-most populous city in South Africa, after Johannesburg and Cape Town, and the largest city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal. Situated on the east coast of South Africa, on the Natal Bay of the Indian Ocean, Durban is South Africa's busiest ...
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Apr 27, 2024 · Durban, largest city of KwaZulu-Natal province and chief seaport of South Africa, located on Natal Bay of the Indian Ocean. It was founded in 1835 on the site of Port Natal and was named for Sir Benjamin D’Urban, the governor of the Cape Colony.
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Durban is the third-most populous city in South Africa, after Johannesburg and Cape Town, and the largest city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal. Situated on the east coast of South Africa, on the Natal Bay of the Indian Ocean, Durban is South Africa's busiest port and was formerly named Port Natal.
Durban (Zulu: eThekwini; IPA: [ˈɛːʔtɛˌkwinĭ]) has the third largest population of a city in South Africa. It is in the province KwaZulu-Natal.
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Durban was originally called Port Natal and was founded by British settlers. Indian workers were brought in to work the sugar cane plantations, making this one of the largest population centers of Indians in the world, outside of India. Zulu and English are the most common languages in Durban.
By plane
Durban International Airport (formerly Louis Botha Airport) is now closed. The King Shaka International Airport , at La Mercy 40km north of Durban has been completed and is fully operational. Taxi fares from the new airport to the hotels on the Marine Parade and center of Durban can cost well over R400 ZAR (~US $53). However, next to the taxi rank, there is an airport shuttle bus service that leaves every hour on the hour (or as soon as the bus has several passengers) for R80 ($ 10.50) per pe...
By train
The central train station is in the city center. Spoornet operates inter-city trains to Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg. There is no longer a direct service to Cape Town. A change at Johannesburg is required for other long-haul destinations. MetroRail operates frequent commuter trains to various suburbs of Durban and towns nearby (such as Pinetownand the resort towns of both the south coast (eg. Kelso and Park Ryne) and the north coast). Reports indicate that Metro trains in Greater Durban...
By bus
All national carriersoffer regular services to Durban. Baz Bus is no longer operational due to Covid. Intercape bus company charges exorbitant prices close to what you pay for a flight (e.g. Port Elizabeth to Durban 900 Rand by bus or 1100 Rand by plane). From eSwatini, minibuses depart when full from the eastern flank of the Manzini taxi rank (SZL350, 6h30, Oct 2022). As an estimate, the first minibus leaves around 08:20 and the last around 13:00.
By car
The best way to get around Durban is by car. Be sure to check that you have the latest updated street maps and/or GPS devices as a number of street names have changed in recent months. It also helps to have a list of old and new names as some of the new names are vandalized. 1. Cabs Car Hire (Car Hire), ☎ +27 21 386 5500 (info@cabs.co.za), [x]. Car rentals in Durban. 2. First Car Rental (Car Hire), ☎ +27 11 230 9999 (reservations@cmh.co.za), [x]. Car rentals in Durban. 3. Europcar Car Hire (C...
By helicopter
1. JNC Helicopters, Hangar 1, Virginia Airport Glenashley, ☎ +27 (0)31 563-9513 (FlightOps@choppers.co.za), [x]. JNC Helicopters offers VIP travel to and from any South African city as well as an infinite number of tourist flight combinations, from 20min sight seeing flights to complete tours that take you around any part of South Africa. 1. BAC Helicopters (Helicopter Training, Charters, tours and trips), Greystones heli port 135 Old North Coast Road Glen Anil, ☎ +27 (0)31 569-1531 (info@bac...
By bus
Durban is attempting to upgrade its public bus system in time for the world cup; however, problems with the union sometimes make buses unreliable. Durban People Mover buses feature CCTV cameras and wheelchair-friendly ramps. They run from 6AM until 11PM every 15 minutes. These buses stop in the CBD, the Victoria Street Market, the Workshop, Suncoast Casino, Ushaka Marine World, and along the beach route. (R4 per trip, valid for 1 hour on a hop-on, hop-off basis; R10 for a full day pass on a h...
Berea. This is a long ridge overlooking the harbor, city center and beaches. Once covered with coastal forest, it is now completely built up.City Hall. There is an art gallery and outdated science museum inside, as well as a public library.Crocodile Creek. In the ‘sugar town’ of Tongaat (just a few miles past Umhlanga) you will find Crocodile Creek, on the Tongaat River in sub-tropical bush. This creek is home to over 7000 Nile Croco...Durban Botanical Gardens, ☎ +27 (0)31 201-1303 (dalzellc@durban.gov.za, fax: +27 (0)31 309-1271), [x]. Visit on a Saturday and see a mixture of Cultural weddings all having their photos takenBengithi Yacht Charter, ☎ +27 (79) 1433272. Charter 44' Luxury Sailing Catamaran. Sailing, SCUBA Diving, Snorkelling, Fishing, Paddleboarding, johnno.whittle@gmail.comBlue Wilderness, Rocky Bay Resorts | Gate 2, Park Rynie 4182, South Africa, ☎ 0833031515, [x]. Blue Wilderness offers a broad range of marine adventures with sharks and other marine predators along...Calypso Dive & Adventure Center, [x]. Scuba Dive at uShaka Marine World. PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Center. Dive to wrecks, caves, offshore reefs. Offers 6-month "From Zero to Hero" carrer...Glenholme trail for disabled & blind persons, Glenholme Nature Reserve, ☎ +27 (0)31 705-5448. Caters for wheelchairs and the blind with elevated walkway and guide rails and braille plaques.Popular items to buy are Zulu beadwork, wirework, wickerwork - from baskets and sustainable conference bags to fantastic lights and furniture, Spices - anyone dares 'mother-in-law's revenge? Fantastic! 1. Gateway Theater of Shopping, a mall situated to the North of Durban along with the M4 or N2 highways. Believed to be the largest in the southern ...
As Durban has one of the largest Indian populations outside of India itself, a Durban curry is a popular dish and can range from mild to very hot. There is also the Bunny Chow which is unique to the city, a quarter loaf of bread hollowed out and filled with a curry of your choice. Head over to the Blue Lagoon area (the mouth of the Umgeni River) to...
Zacks, located at Wilson's Wharf on Victoria's embankment, is a popular place to get thirst-quenching drinks and just relax and enjoy the view of the harbor. Joe Kool's, on the beachfront, is also well known as the best place for a "sundowner" after a long day on the beach. Check out their roof-top deck for the best views.The BAT Centre, on the por...
Budget
1. Ansteys Beach Backpackers International, 477 marine Drive, Bluff, [x]. Run by Palmbloom family. Great atmosphere. Surf lessons, pool table, table tennis, dartboard, paintball, swimming pool, DVDs, beach horse rides, dive courses, braai, golf, kite/windsurfing, dolphin/whale watching. Dorm bed: R90, Doubles/Twins: R210; Camping: R50. 2. Bluff Eco Lodge, 55 Grays Inn Rd, Brighton Beach, Durban, ☎ +27 (31) 467 8865, [x]. Relax in a natural, tranquil and peaceful environment. Peace and quiet o...
Midrange
1. Cybele Lodge, 18 Acutts Drive, Everton, ☎ +27 317642748 (lodgecybele@gmail.com), [x]. checkin: 13.00; checkout: 10.00. An exquisite two bed ensuite BNB in South Africa's oldest urban Conservancy. Enjoy 8 acres of indigenous gardens, with worldy hosts, who specialise in fine dining. R900.00. (29°46'36.06 S,30°48'20.12 E) 2. Crooked Tree Cottage, Corner of Hiken Dr& Pearl Drive, Umhlanga, ☎ +27 (0)31 561-5759 (info@crookedtreecottage.co.za), [x]. From R400pps. 3. Grange Guest House, 1 Montei...
Splurge
1. Ammazulu African Palace, [x]. The palace, reflecting on parts of KZN history, is the vision of Durban artist Peter Amm, who has used his entire collection of Zulu art and crafts. From R1150. 2. Hampshire Hotel Ballito, Lot 4048 Moffatt Drive, Ballito, ☎ +27 32 586-6000, [x]. Hampshire Hotel Ballito, a South Africa luxury hotel near Durban, offers access to the beach, conference and meeting venues and special deals for family holidays, weekend getaways & business travel. 3. Quays, Timeball...
The beach strip is frequently patrolled by policemen, there are CCTV cameras and many lights at night. As everywhere else, there are several basic safety rules to follow. Avoid dark, deserted areas, and do not go out alone in the early hours of the morning. The promenade along the beach is safe to walk, but do not venture to the side and back roads...
Durban beach front. Durban (Zulu: eThekwini; itheku means "city") is a city on the east coast of South Africa in the province of KwaZulu-Natal and in the municipality of eThekwini. It is the third largest city in South Africa and the busiest port in Africa. As of 2011, the population of the eThekwini municipality was around 3.4 million.
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The timeline of human habitation in Durban goes back to long before the advent of recorded history in the region. While some of the earliest remnants of humanity are found in the nearby Drakensberg, it is now established that prior to the arrival of the Nguni people and subsequent European colonialists, the area was populated by the original ...
