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Safari & PheZulu Village Day Tour from Durban
4.9
56 Ratings
Pietermaritzburg
This well-loved day tour from Durban combines wildlife experiences with Zulu culture. Featuring a full day of diverse stops and attractions, it is a favorite among tourists eager to explore both safari adventures and local Zulu traditions.
This well-loved day tour from Durban combines wildlife experiences with Zulu culture. Featuring a full day of diverse stops and attractions, it is a favorite among tourists eager to explore both safari adventures and local Zulu traditions.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- African Bird of Prey Sanctuary - Discover the splendor of Africa’s raptors at the African Raptor Centre, nestled within the breathtaking Tala Collection Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal. This sanctuary houses over 100 non-releasable birds of prey from more than 35 species. Their top-notch enclosures offer a secure refuge for eagles, owls, vultures,…
- African Bird of Prey Sanctuary - Discover the splendor of Africa’s raptors at the African Raptor Centre, nestled within the breathtaking Tala Collection Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal. This sanctuary houses over 100 non-releasable birds of prey from more than 35 species. Their top-notch enclosures offer a secure refuge for eagles, owls, vultures, falcons, and hawks that can no longer thrive in the wild.
- Tala Private Game Reserve - This exclusive game reserve offers sightings of Rhinos, Giraffes, Zebras, Hippos, Impalas, Kudus, and Nyalas.
- Phezulu Safari Park - A local PheZulu guide will lead a tour of the PheZulu Village “sibaya,” explaining Zulu cultural practices to provide insight into Zulu traditions of the 1800s. The Zulu dancing show is both educational and entertaining, featuring local performers singing traditional Zulu songs and dancing with enthusiasm.
PheZulu Reptile Park boasts a variety of reptilian wildlife, including crocodiles, alligators, snakes, tortoises, spiders, and iguanas. The local PheZulu guide will allow visitors to touch or hold some of the animals, such as small crocodiles and the giant Burmese python, just long enough for a photo opportunity.
What's Included
- Collection and drop off from Durban in an Air-conditioned vehicle
- Qualified Tour Guide
- Pickup and drop-off from Hotels and Cruise Ships
- Collection and drop off from Durban in an Air-conditioned vehicle
- Qualified Tour Guide
- Pickup and drop-off from Hotels and Cruise Ships
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Information
- DEPARTURE TIME: From 07:30
- RETURN TIME: Approximately 16:30
- CLOTHING: Comfortable clothing, Hat, Sunscreen, Jacket.
- Polish and German languages can be requested
- If you are using a wheelchair, please contact the local partner for type of disability and size of wheelchair
- DEPARTURE TIME: From 07:30
- RETURN TIME: Approximately 16:30
- CLOTHING: Comfortable clothing, Hat, Sunscreen, Jacket.
- Polish and German languages can be requested
- If you are using a wheelchair, please contact the local partner for type of disability and size of wheelchair
Location
African Bird of Prey Sanctuary
Lion Park Road
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(56 Ratings)
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586nikolausm
Aug 1, 2026
Ideal Mix of Safari and Culture - This was a great experience, especially if you want to see a mix of animals and culture and only have limited time. Also the guide Fortune was knowledgeable and funny at the same time.
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Copelandg804
Apr 21, 2026
Safari & PheZulu Tour with Guide Bule - Bule was our tour guide for the day! He did amazing job. He provided detailed education and information since he himself is Zulu. We had so many questions that another guide wouldn't have been able to answer. He was such a gem and a pleasure. The tour experience was made better because of his insight and willingness to share.
On the safari he took his time with us and made sure we saw every animal. We even got to see a hippo which most people never get to see. But Bule made sure to drive around and educate us on the different animals and their habits. It was the best possible way to do a safari. My concerns around safaris are whether they are safe but we felt safe the entire time.
The photos we were able to get are priceless. We couldn't have asked for a better guide on the tour.
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Mariobr5442fu
Feb 26, 2026
Safari, Elephant Park and Zulu Village - It was a mega tour with incredible wildlife encounters and our guide Bule enriched this day tremendously. A tour with Bule is highly recommended...happy again and again. TOP Tour
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Y1117nvjills
Feb 4, 2026
Great trip with a wheelchair - My friend is badly disabled and in a wheelchair. When I explained this to the company they provided a private car for the two of us with a charming, knowledgeable guide, Bule. The safari was wonderful - white rhinos, ostriches, monkeys,giraffes etc. The scenery is beautiful and the lunchstop has a truly wonderful view. The dancing was obviously choreographed for the hundreds of tourists and I was rather disappointed that it was not a genuine village but one created for tourists. The raptor area is full of snakes and huge crocodiles and Bule very kindly pushed the wheelchair over some difficult ground. He the showed us quite a good cross section of urban life on the way back to the ship. A memorable day with a wonderful guide.
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Jill_n
Feb 4, 2026
PheZulu culture with a wheelchair - Buleh, our guide was first rate. My friend is disabled so we were given a private car and Buleh helped with everything - including pushing him round the reptile park. He was very informative and a delight to be with and we thoroughly enjoyed our brief but colourful introduction to PheZulu life, culture and wildlife. A truly memorable day!
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Michael_c
Aug 27, 2025
A Must for Exploring the Culture and Nature of KZN. - The entire experience was exceptionally well coordinated and thoughtfully engaging from start to finish. It offered the perfect balance of cultural immersion and natural exploration, allowing us to truly appreciate the unique beauty and heritage of KwaZulu-Natal.
Every detail felt intentional — from the seamless organization of activities to the warm hospitality we received along the way.
What made this trip particularly special was the extra care the operators showed. Not only did they guide us through remarkable cultural sites and breathtaking landscapes, but they also went above and beyond by assisting with transportation arrangements. Their attention to safety and comfort gave us complete peace of mind, which allowed us to fully relax and enjoy the journey.
Overall, it was an unforgettable trip that left us with lasting memories and a much deeper appreciation for the people, history, and environment of KZN. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone seeking a meaningful and well-curated way to explore the region.
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Peverati
Aug 20, 2025
Unique experience - Sensational! Our guide Frederic was excellent in giving us a unique opportunity to know the wonders of Africa
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Tamaraj152
Aug 10, 2025
Perfect educational day! - We had a wonderful day on this tour! Our guide, Bule, was patient and knowledgeable. He went at the perfect pace and even spent some extra time looking for giraffes, our favorite! Excellent day!
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Allisonra_p
May 21, 2025
Amazing Mini Safari - The tour was amazing got to see Lions, feed elephants, saw the zebra and giraffe very close buy and many more. Our guide Thamy was very attentive all by all a highly recommend tour.
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Fiona
Jan 27, 2025
A day of fun and diverse activities - A great way to see lions, feed elephants, reptiles, birds and many other animals and finishing off with a beautiful Zulu performance on the valley of 1000 hills.
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