Known as “the Kingdom of the Zulu”, KwaZulu-Natal is blessed with balmy weather, long hours of sunshine, stunning natural beauty, cultural diversity and premier game reserves.

Durban
The Miami of Africa, Durban is the largest city in KwaZulu-Natal and an important economic hub built around the busiest port in the Southern hemisphere. Situated on the Indian Ocean, Durban is an eclectic mix of cultural diversity, with the Indian, Zulu and European communities providing fascinating architecture, interesting markets and bazaars and an abundance of attractions and activities. Stroll along the Golden mile, Durban’s bustling beachfront; visit the Natal Sharks Board, the only one of its kind in the world; drive along the South Coast, also known as the Dolphin Coast or north along the sugar cane fields of the North Coast.

Zululand
Rich in symbolism and tradition, Zululand is the heartbeat of Africa. It was here that Shaka, the King of the Zulus, forged his Zulu Kingdom, and the last battle of the Anglo-Zulu war was fought. Zulu kraals and villages in the region display the traditional Zulu way of life to visitors. There are several exciting traditional Zulu villages open to the public, Shakaland and Duma Zulu amongst them. Shakaland is built on the site of Shaka’s original kraal. The village introduces the visitor to Zulu history, culture, medicine and beer, and the traditional dancing is a show for all ages. Zululand is also home to an astonishing variety of wild game.

Drakenberg Mountains
Known to the Zulu people as Ukhahlamba, or the Barrier of Spears, the spectacular Drakensberg Mountains are, at certain peaks, as high as 3 000 metres (9 843 feet) . This mountain range is also the source of the Tugela River, the largest in the Province – the Tugela Falls is the second highest waterfall in the world. The Berg, as it is commonly called, is popular with hikers, rock climbers, trout fishermen, and other holidaymakers. For the more adventurous there are also many trails which use caves up in the mountains for the overnight stops. During winter the escarpment is often covered in snow, transforming the area into a winter wonderland.