South Africa · Safari

Half Day Safari from Durban

5 Hours Round trip from Durban Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Half-day safari experience from Durban
02 Explore Tala Private Game Reserve, a rhino sanctuary
03 Look out for rhino, giraffe, hippo and eland
04 Spot wildlife across a 3,000-hectare reserve
05 Learn about the wildlife ecosystem from your guide
06 Visit the African Raptor Centre
07 See over 100 birds of prey from more than 35 species
08 Great choice for birdwatching and up-close animal encounters

Discover the wild side of KwaZulu-Natal on this half-day safari from Durban to Tala Private Game Reserve. Set within 3,000 hectares, this rhino sanctuary is home to a rich variety of wildlife and more than 370 bird species, offering a rewarding safari experience in just a few hours.

Travel through the reserve with your guide in a closed vehicle as you look out for animals including rhino, giraffe, hippo and eland, while learning about the local ecosystem along the way. The experience also includes a visit to the African Raptor Centre, where you can see a remarkable collection of non-releasable birds of prey such as eagles, owls, vultures, falcons and hawks.

The experience also includes a visit to the African Raptor Centre, where you can see a remarkable collection of non-releasable birds of prey such as eagles, owls, vultures, falcons and hawks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Durban, Tala Game Reserve

Languages English, French, Greek, Polish, Portuguese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Experience a half-day safari adventure and explore the wild beauty of Tala Game Reserve, all in under 5 hours!

The adventure takes us to Tala Private Game reserve that hosts a diverse selection of wildlife on a 3000 hectares reserve. Tala Game Reserve is a Rhino sanctuary and is home to over 370 bird species and wildlife that includes Rhino, Giraffe, Hippo and Eland to name a few of the bigger animals. Our guide will drive around the park in our closed vehicle to view all the wildlife and have a close look at the Rhinos. He will give insight into the wildlife ecosystem and the interesting facts about the animals.

We will also experience the Majesty of Africa’s Raptors located within the stunning Tala Collection Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal, the African Raptor Centre is home to over 100 non-releasable birds of prey representing more than 35 species. Their world-class enclosures provide a safe haven for eagles, owls, vultures, falcons, and hawks that can no longer survive in the wild.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Durban 2 cities · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Collection and drop off from Durban in an Air-conditioned vehicle
Qualified Tour Guide

What's Not Included

Food and drinks : However the opportunity is provided to buy something to eat/ refuel and relax

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
For special pick-up arrangement contact
If the last minutes booking is before 5:00 PM , kindly contact by email:
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION: Pickup & drop off service with in a 5km radius of 1st Zulu Safaris office at Gooderson Tropicana Hotel, 85 OR Tambo Parade, Durban. If you are out of our pickup radius, special arrangements can be made to pick you up at your location of choice
DEPARTURE TIME: Departures starting from 08:00
RETURN TIME: Approximately 12 pm
AGE: All ages welcome
DATES: All year round
TRAVELLER TYPE: Single or Per Person Sharing
You are looking for safari half-day tour.
You want short travel time.
You want to experience a lion and other wildlife up close.
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Prices vary by group size and are priced per person, per your booking for your group