10 TOP Things to Do in KwaZulu-Natal August 2025

Most fun & popular experiences in KwaZulu-Natal

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Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

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Durban: Local Markets and Culture Guided Walking Tour

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

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What to do in KwaZulu-Natal

Popular places to visit

uShaka Marine World

Ride high-speed waterslides, explore the thrilling rope adventure park and witness dolphin, seal and shark shows at South Africa’s premier oceanfront waterpark.

Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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

Durban Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Durban Beach during your travels in Durban? Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Moses Mabhida Stadium

Catch an event at Moses Mabhida Stadium during your trip to Durban. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Golden Mile

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Golden Mile might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Durban. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Gateway Theatre of Shopping

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gateway Theatre of Shopping during your trip to Umhlanga Ridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

St. Lucia Estuary Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, St. Lucia Estuary Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to St. Lucia. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Greater St Lucia Wetland Park featuring landscape views, wetlands and a sunset

iSimangaliso Wetland Park

This nature reserve spans a diverse range of coastal, lake, savannah and wetland habitats teeming with hippos, leopards, elephants, antelope, whales and turtles.

Umhlanga Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Umhlanga Main Beach during your trip to uMhlanga? Discover the entertainment venues and spas in this trendy area.

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North Beach showing a city, a hotel and a coastal town

Durban Beachfront

4/5(2 area reviews)

Durban Beachfront is a destination visitors seek out for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Blue Lagoon or Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

South Beach

3/5(5 area reviews)

Part of Durban’s wonderful Golden Mile, this sandy beach has safe swimming and a surf museum, an amusement park, a waterpark and an aquarium.

North Beach

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

This sandy beach on Durban’s stunning Golden Mile is popular for its safe swimming, rolling waves, lively esplanade and cultural events.

Morningside

4/5(4 area reviews)

Morningside is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Florida Road and Mitchell Park Zoo.

Durban featuring heritage architecture and a mosque

Durban Central Business District

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Travellers come to Durban Central Business District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Workshop Mall and Harbour while you're in town.

Durban Botanical Gardens which includes a garden and landscape views

Musgrave

Musgrave is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Durban Botanical Gardens and Musgrave Centre.

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