The delightful climate to be enjoyed in Durban make it an ideal destination for those seeking the sandy beaches and clear blue waters. This sub tropical city offers such beach activities as surfing, snorkelling and diving. Or for those looking further inland, there are a pleasant variety if museums and galleries. Here you can take pleasure in the delightful and sometimes breathtaking African Art as well as learning more about the rich history of Durban. Whatever activity you are after, you are sure to find what you are looking for in Durban.
Located in the Northeast region of South Africa, Durban has a selection of many fine beaches, restaurants, bars and hotels. This city is one of the fastest growing urban multinational centres in the world and offers a variety of activities for the independent traveller, families or couples.
The climate in Durban can sometimes be uncomfortable, particularly during the midsummer, so this time is best avoided. Throughout the seasons, Durban is dry, hot and sunny and makes water sports a key leisure interest with locals and travellers alike.
For families visiting Durban, there are a selection of fun pastimes to entertain the children. If swimming in the warm clear ocean isn?t enough to keep them amused, then a visit to the Durban Seaworld and Dolphinarium is a must. Known as one of the finest aquariums in Africa, the Durban Seaworld and Dolphinarium has on display some of the most spectacular species of sharks to be found in the KwaZulu-Natal waters. There is a feeding time session you can watch as the divers go deep into the depth of the waters to feed these amazing creatures. There are also a selection of tropical fish and a turtle or two. For those who find the prospect of looking a shark in the eye a bit too daunting, then the dolphinarium should be visited. Here you can watch one of the shows put on which star dolphins, seals and penguins. The while family can enjoy this show.
The accommodation in Durban ranges from the lowest to the highest and you pretty much get what you pay for here. The most common form of accommodation is the mid range guest house. These houses offer you clean and comfortable rooms with basic amenities. Most of the guest houses have private facilities and some even have swimming pools. For the price you pay (?40 per room, per night) you get sufficient services together with handy locations. For the lucky traveller with no budget to think about, then you have a hand full of hotels to play with. The same can be said for the budget hotels, few and far between.
The restaurants and bars in Durban are similar to the accommodation. For a reasonable price you can get a very tasty meal and a drink or two. Depending on your location on Durban you will find that with most activities you are looking at a fairly inexpensive time. Yet another good reason to consider Durban for a holiday.
