South Africa · BOAT TRIPS IN DURBAN
South Africa gives you more country than days. These 12 boat trips in Durban are set out so you can decide in a couple of minutes: what it costs, how long it takes, who it suits.
Review of Durban’s 30-minute harbor cruise, with skyline views, working ships, tugboats, practical tips, price advice, and family details.
“knowledgeable and friendly tour guide and information shared about the area”
See Durban from the Indian Ocean on a one-hour Wilson’s Wharf cruise with harbor views, city sights, music, and an informative crew for $11.
“Ride was smooth thanks to Mr Zulu umfo ka Mageba. Met some lovely folks from Scotland who made the ride extra special as I was travelling alone. 100/10 overall experience.”
Review of Durban’s 30-minute luxury canal cruise, with skyline views, local history, family tips, meeting details, and honest value advice.
“Great experience ever. Thami is a very great guy. We felt safe and enjoyed the cruise.”
Review of Durban’s one-hour pontoon harbor cruise, with giant ships, beachfront views, onboard music, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“It was amazing I enjoyed every single bit of it I would do it again”
Cruise Durban’s Point Waterfront canals on a 30-minute luxury pontoon ride with city views, local stories, fish spotting, and a 12-person limit.
“I thought the Cruise Will be at the edge of the ocean, unfortunately it stopped in a canal and the 30 minutes wasn't finished”
See Durban’s humpback whales, dolphins, and ocean wildlife on a small-group 2-hour cruise with expert guides and seasonal tips.
“What an amazing trip we had with Bennie, our guide. Because we were the only ones aboard we even started earlier than expected so we could stay out a little longer. Bennie is such an enthusiastic guide which reinforces the whole experiences, 5/5 stars for him. You see that after all those years he still enjoys the view. We were lucky with the calm sea, so we could even hear the whales breathing. That was such an amazing experience. We saw both wales and sharks from up close. Bennie tried his best to give us the best position to view the animals, but at the same time respecting the animals’…”
Review of Durban’s $11.50 nighttime gondola cruise, with canal views, romantic lights, practical tips, value advice, and booking details.
“Got to zulumoon and found the shop closed . Called the number a lady answered and said she was going to call me back and that was the last time I heard from her…. Travelled from my country only to experience such a low standard service which I paid for … totally wasted my money and time .”
Review of the Durban to St Lucia and Hluhluwe Imfolozi safari, with hippos, boat wildlife, Big Five viewing, costs, timing, and tips.
“We were picked up and returned to the ship by an easy to spot zebra colored van. The pleasant guide, Vuzi was from the area and knowledgeable. We saw rhinos, hippos, birds, zebras, impalas. We were told in advance that the animals do not always cooperate and show their faces. I was happy to see this alluring country and some of it's beautiful creatures. My sister thought the St. Lucia Boat ride was boring, but I enjoyed the leisurely trip down the river.”
Ride an African gondola through Durban’s Point Waterfront Canal, with calm water, city views, nearby cafes, and easy family-friendly appeal.
“It was a birthday surprise for my hubby and we all enjoyed this beautiful experience. Will do it again.”
Review of Durban’s $11.25 luxury pontoon cruise, with harbour views, boats, practical tips, value advice, and honest drawbacks.
“We called to reschedule the time and the operator said he was unable to move our booking. We made our way there and arrived at 11:30 but the boat left. Only to find out that there were other later slots which the agent could have moved us to so it was Money gone down the drain. Wish the agents made more effort in moving our cruise as asked”
Review of Durban’s 40-minute private gondola ride with picnic snacks, canal views, friendly service, pricing, tips, and booking advice.
“Was beautiful,out of this world.I loved everything about it.I would recommend it to everyone that sets foot in Durban”
Review of the St Lucia boat safari from Durban, with hippos, crocodiles, birds, UNESCO wetlands, transport, value, and practical tips.
“After we were on a 4X4 Land Safari we thought iy would be interesting to do a Boat Safari. This was an GREAT IDEA because we saw a lot of crocs, all different kinds of birds and Water Buffalos. The Guide made this a wonderful experience. He also gave us a lot of time to enjoy the beautiful scenery.”
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