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Four giraffes on a dirt path in a green landscape with trees and hills. 1
A thatched-roof hut with a wooden door, surrounded by potted plants and large vases. 2
A group of people in traditional attire performing a dance with shields. 3
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Durban Tala Game Reserve and Phezulu Safari Small Group Safari

By African Tour Safaris
Free cancellation available
Price is P 20,628 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Explore the wildlife and culture of South Africa on this immersive tour from Durban. Start with an exciting safari through Tala Game Reserve, where you'll have opportunities to spot rhinoceros, giraffes, and various antelope in their natural habitat. With knowledgeable guides, enjoy excellent visibility for photography while observing hippos and rich birdlife. Afterward, visit Phezulu Safari Park for a vibrant cultural experience featuring Zulu dance performances and a guided walk through a recreated Zulu village. This tour provides a unique blend of wildlife adventure and cultural insights, ideal for those seeking a comprehensive experience of South Africa.

  • Encounter wildlife like rhinoceros and giraffes in Tala Game Reserve
  • Enjoy energetic Zulu dance performances at Phezulu Safari Park
  • Explore a recreated Zulu village and learn about cultural traditions
  • Perfect for travelers looking for both wildlife and cultural experiences

Activity location

  • Tala Private Game Reserve
    • R603 Umbumbulu Road
    • 3202, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Tala Private Game Reserve
    • R603 Umbumbulu Road
    • 3202, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

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Durban Tala Game Reserve and Phezulu Safari Small Group Safari

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 20,628.28 x 1 AdultP 20,628.28
Total
Price is P 20,628.28
Until Mon, Jul 13

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    African zulu village in Phezulu
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Rhino, giraffes, kudus, zebras, antelope, hippos and many more
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Experience African zulu traditional dance and culture in Phezulu
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Game safari in Tala Game Reserve
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • no restrictions

Activity itinerary

Tala Private Game Reserve

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy an exciting game safari through Tala Game Reserve, set across rolling grasslands and acacia thornveld near Durban. This experience offers the chance to encounter a variety of wildlife in a natural setting, including rhinoceros, giraffes, and many antelope species such as kudu and impala. As you traverse the reserve, guided by knowledgeable guide, you may also spot hippos resting in waterholes and an abundance of birdlife. The landscape allows for excellent visibility, making it ideal for photography and good sightings. Tala provides a relaxed and accessible safari experience, perfect for those seeking a taste of Africa’s wildlife without venturing far from the city. Highlights of the game safari • Spot rhinoceros, one of the reserve’s main attractions • See giraffes roaming freely across open plains • Abundant antelope including kudu, impala, and wildebeest • Hippos often seen in dams and waterholes • Rich birdlife for birding enthusiasts

Phezulu Safari Park

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
From Tala Game Reserve, continue to Phezulu Safari Park for a vibrant African cultural experience set in the scenic Valley of a Thousand Hills. Here, you experience energetic Zulu dance performances, accompanied by drums and singing. The dancers, dressed in authentic attire, showcase powerful storytelling, offering insight into Zulu customs and celebrations. Also explore a recreated Zulu village, where guides explain daily life, cultural practices, and ancestral traditions. This enriching experience provides a deeper understanding of South Africa’s cultural diversity, making it a perfect complement to the wildlife encounters in Tala. This is followed by a lunch break at Phezulu (own cost) Key Highlights • Energetic and rhythmic Zulu dancing and drumming • Performers dressed in authentic traditional attire • Guided walk through a recreated Zulu village • Learn about traditional homesteads (kraals) and layout • Insight into Zulu customs, family structure, and beliefs

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Tala Private Game Reserve
    • R603 Umbumbulu Road
    • 3202, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Tala Private Game Reserve
    • R603 Umbumbulu Road
    • 3202, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

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