KwaZulu-Natal Travel Guide

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A village nestled in a valley with a prominent mountain range in the background.
A coastal cityscape at dusk with a beach, a pier, and illuminated buildings.
A marina with boats and a city skyline at dusk.
A coastal city with a beach, rocky shoreline, and high-rise buildings.
A coastal scene with a jet formation flying over the ocean, leaving contrails.

Popular cities in KwaZulu-Natal

A coastal cityscape at night with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a busy parking area.
Durban
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Explore relaxing Durban: its beaches, casinos, museums and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Durban Beach
  • uShaka Marine World
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium
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A wooden boardwalk through a lush green area with dense vegetation and a hotel in the background.
uMhlanga
Known for Luxury, Entertainment and Cocktails
Come to secluded uMhlanga and enjoy its cafes, entertainment and spas.

Reasons to visit

  • Umhlanga Rocks Beach
  • Gateway Theatre of Shopping
  • Umhlanga Main Beach
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A covered walkway with lush greenery and a street in the background.
St. Lucia
Known for Beaches, Wildlife and Recreation
Tropical St. Lucia is calling! Discover its wildlife, safaris, beaches and more.

Reasons to visit

  • St. Lucia Estuary Beach
  • St Lucia Crocodile Centre
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Rolling hills, a tree, and a distant mountain range under a clear sky.
Cathkin Park
Known for Family-friendly, Mountains and Relaxing
Escape to romantic Cathkin Park! Enjoy its mountain views, golf and zoo.

Reasons to visit

  • Falcon Ridge Bird of Prey Centre
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A coastal landscape with a swimming pool, beach, and rocky shoreline.
Ballito
Known for Relaxing, Swimming and Dolphins
Come to relaxing Ballito and enjoy its whale watching, surfing and spas.
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A crowded beach with palm trees, umbrellas, and people relaxing.
Margate
Known for Beaches, Sea and Relaxing
Trip time! Discover the beaches, zoo and sunrises in relaxing Margate.
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Stay near popular KwaZulu-Natal attractions

A beach with a lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and a ship in the distance.

Umhlanga Rocks Beach

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Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Umhlanga Rocks Beach during your travels in uMhlanga? Discover the entertainment venues and spas in this trendy area.
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