Tala game drive &Valley of a Thousand Hills Tour
Looking for a safari near Durban without spending most of the day travelling? Our Tala Game Reserve and Valley of a Thousand Hills tour combines wildlife viewing with an introduction to Zulu culture, making it an excellent option for visitors with limited time.
Located approximately 45 minutes from Durban, Tala Game Reserve offers a convenient opportunity to explore a private wildlife reserve. During your guided game drive, look for rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, eland, ostriches and a variety of bird species. Wildlife sightings vary, but the reserve offers an enjoyable introduction to the natural landscapes of KwaZulu-Natal.
The tour continues to PheZulu in the Valley of a Thousand Hills. Discover aspects of Zulu heritage through a cultural village visit and traditional song and dance performance, alongside opportunities to see the crocodile enclosures and snake collection.
Your day
Morning
Pick-up from your Durban hotel or guesthouse, then a short drive to Tala Game Reserve.
Tala game drive
Game viewing in this 3,000 hectare private reserve. Look for rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos, eland and ostrich. Over 380 bird species have been recorded here.
PheZulu
A visit to the crocodile enclosures and snake collection, then a tour of a traditional Zulu village with song, dance and a cultural show.
Afternoon
The drive back to your Durban hotel.
Only want the safari? A Tala game drive on its own takes about six hours and can be booked on request.
What is included
Included
- Qualified guide
- Game drive in Tala Game Reserve
- PheZulu and Zulu village tour
- All transportation
- Mineral water and a snack pack
- All gate entrance fees
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Lunches and additional drinks
- Personal and medical insurance
Good to know
- 8 hours, with pick-up and drop-off at Durban hotels and guesthouses.
- Minimum 2 guests. Ask about group discounts.
- English guiding, with Italian and German on request.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen and a camera.
Questions
Does Tala have the Big 5?
No. Tala has rhinos, giraffes, zebras, hippos and antelope, but not lions, leopards, elephants or buffalo. For the Big 5, choose a Hluhluwe-iMfolozi safari.
Is this tour good for children?
Yes. The short drive from Durban and the cultural show make it a good choice for families.