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Sustainable Experiences

Embark on a sustainable experience that will leave you in awe and inspires positive change. Join us for immersive cultural tours that explore the very best of what Umhlanga has to offer, discover the Zulu Village or embark on a foodie trip that takes you to the very heart of Indian cuisine. 

Victoria Street Market Durban

Indian Cultural Tour

Itinerary: 

  • History talk about the Umhlanga Lighthouse at the hotel with tea and coffee
  • A visit to Victoria Street Market where you will receive a 'dabba' complete with spices (per group)
  • A visit to Hare Krishna Temple of Understanding in Chatsworth which includes a sampling of Indian snacks and desserts
  • Lunch at a local hotspot for Bunny Chow, a unique dish in Durban
  • Guided session with one of our chefs at The Oyster Box to learn more about creating authentic Indian dishes with spices purchased from Victoria Street Market

Duration: Five hours

Price: R 3000 per person for two people (up to a maximum of eight guests) or R 5700 for solo travellers

Zulu Cultural Tour

Itinerary:

  • History talk about the Umhlanga Lighthouse at the hotel with tea and coffee
  • A visit to PheZulu Safari Park, where you will experience traditional Zulu dancing
  • A visit to a local hotspot for a shisha nyama (hot meat) experience complete with local beers
  • Visit to a Woza Moya, a community-run project to learn a little about local arts, crafts and bead work

Duration: Six hours

Price: R 3000 per person for two people (up to a maximum of eight guests) or R 5700 for solo travellers

Wildlife Experience Tours

Half Day Tour

Itinerary:

  • History talk about the Umhlanga Lighthouse at the hotel with tea and coffee
  • A visit to PheZulu Crocodile and reptile park to get up close to a variety of crocodiles and snakes.
  • A visit to Tala Private Game Reserve to experience so game viewing and to learn about the local wildlife
  • Lunch in the garden while taking in the wildlife and scenery

Duration: Six hours

Price: R 3200 per person for two people (up to a maximum of eight guests) or R 6000 for solo travellers

Full Day

Itinerary:

  • History talk about the Umhlanga Lighthouse at the hotel with tea and coffee
  • A visit to Emdoneni Cat Rehabilitation Centre
  • Lunch at a local hotspot in St. Lucia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • A two hour boat cruise on Lake St. Lucia to see hippos and crocodiles
  • A visit to a locally run community craft market

Duration: 12 hours

Price: R 3500 per person for two people (up to a maximum of eight guests) or R 6600 for solo travellers

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