10 TOP Things to Do in Ethekwini July 2026

A stadium with a distinctive white roof, a coastal cityscape with a beach, and an extensive railway network.

A sunset over a beach with palm trees and a bridge.

A sunset over a beach with a bicycle and a person running.

An underwater scene with various marine life, including lionfish and sea urchins, against a wooden backdrop.

A large sand sculpture of a rhinoceros with the words "STOP RHINO POACHING" on its side.

Things to do

Durban: 30-Minute Harbor Boat Cruise

£6

per adult

Durban: 1-Hour Boat Cruise from Wilson's Wharf

£8

per adult

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

£12

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Luxury Harbour Ocean Boat Cruise

£10

per adult

Relaxing Gondola Boat Ride on the Durban Point Waterfront Canal

£12

per adult

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

£7

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Culture Walking Tour of Durban

£51

per adult

Picnic Gondola Boat Ride at Durban Point Waterfront Canal

£36

per traveller

St Lucia: iSimangaliso Wetland Park: Full-Day/Half-Day Tour

£40

per adult

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Durban: 30-Minute Harbour Boat Cruise

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Sani Pass Day Tour from Durban

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Half Day Guided Taste of Africa Food Tour in Durban

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Umhlanga Rocks Beach

9.0/10 (142 reviews)

Surfing competitions, a picturesque lighthouse, a scenic nature reserve and walks along a waterfront boardwalk welcome visitors to Umhlanga’s lively main beach.

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