Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour in Durban
Durban, South Africa

Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour

Outty Ranking 4710 hoursFrom $2399

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Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour is a 10-hour experience in Durban, South Africa, from $2399 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
47 / 100
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Duration
10 hours
From
$2399 per person

This is one of the popular tours as it combines Tala Game Reserve and Durban City Tour. You start by visiting Tala Game Reserve for a game drive. This is followed by a visit to one of Africa's oldest Botanic Gardens, the

What you get

  • Durban Botanical Gardens
  • Victoria Market
  • Durban City tour
  • Wildlife - giraffes, zebras, rhino, kudu, and many more
  • Tala Game Reserve

About this experience

This is one of the popular tours as it combines Tala Game Reserve and Durban City Tour. You start by visiting Tala Game Reserve for a game drive. This is followed by a visit to one of Africa's oldest Botanic Gardens, the Durban Botanic Gardens. Then you visit the very busy Victoria Market. This is followed by a visit to the Moses Mabhida Stadium. Finally, a walk around Durban City, mixing and meeting locals concludes the tour in late afternoon.

What's included

Included

  • Durban Botanical Gardens
  • Victoria Market
  • Durban City tour
  • Wildlife - giraffes, zebras, rhino, kudu, and many more
  • Tala Game Reserve

What you'll see and do

  1. Tala Private Game Reserve

    We depart from Durban at 8am and head off to Tala Game Reserve. In Tala Game Reserve we go on a 4x4 Game Drive vehicle and venture into the game reserve in search of wild animals. Tala spans some 3,000 hectares, encompassing a mix of acacia thornveld, open grassland and a sensitive wetland, which attracts more than 380 bird species, and plenty of big game, including kudu, rhino, zebra, hippo, giraffe, wildebeest and more.

    180 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Durban Botanic Gardens

    From Tala Game Reserve we head back towards the city and make a stop at the Durban Botanical Gardens. The Durban Botanic Gardens is Africa's oldest Botanic Gardens. It also has some of the oldest trees in the world.

    120 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Victoria Street Market

    Visit one of South Africa's premier tourist destination, thats rich in culture and heritage. Experience the hustle and bustle of one of the oldest markets in Durban, featuring a large variety of bags, spices, Chinese wholesale goods, brassware, cellphones, African artwork, curios and much much more, not forgetting the fish and meat market.

    60 minutes here

  4. Moses Mabhida Stadium

    We visit the Moses Mabhida Stadium, one of Durban's major landmarks. The Moses Mabhida Stadium is situated on an elevated platform in the central sports park on the shore of the Indian Ocean, and is accessed from the city via a broad flight of steps. A 105m arch rises high over the stadium as a landmark visible from afar.

    60 minutes here

  5. Durban

    We also take a walk around Durban City itself, mixing and seeing locals going about their daily business.

    180 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en, fr
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Africa Top Tours & Safaris

Know before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Good to know

Duration
10 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
5+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$2399 to $4900
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
0
Verdict
Worth a Look

Who runs this experience

Operated by Africa Top Tours & Safaris, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.0.

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Why this scores 47

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)72
Review evidence (18% weight)0
Booking momentum (14% weight)0
Value for money (12% weight)38
Listing quality (10% weight)88
Local standing (8% weight)50
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Durban.

How much does Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour cost?

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Prices start at $2399 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Durban usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour take?

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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Durban is not rushed.

Is Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Durban, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 10-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour?

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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Durban can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Durban and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Full Day Tala Game Reserve & Durban City Tour start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Durban within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Durban?

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On Outty we rank every Durban experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Culture Walking Tour of Durban, Sani Pass & Lesotho 4x4 Experience Day Tour from Durban, Discover Rorkes Drift on our Day Tour from Durban. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Durban?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Durban?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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