South Africa · BOAT TRIPS IN DURBAN
The 13 best boat trips in Durban you can book today, with what each one costs, how long it takes and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there and work down.
Durban’s 30-minute harbor boat cruise for $7 gives you a narrated look at ships, tugs, docks, and the skyline from the water.
“It was eonderful,especially the toue guide made it great playing music nd sharing information about the harbor Nd various catgo ships”
1-hour Durban boat cruise from Wilson’s Wharf, see working ships, Durban beachfront and skyline, with live multilingual commentary.
“The personality of our captain. We loved that guy. He was so transparent, full of live, good vibe and good communication skills.. Definitely loved the cruise”
A 30-minute Durban Point luxury canal boat cruise with live English guiding, panoramic skyline views, and photo-friendly decks.
“The trip was amazing ,thanks to the driver.He made us to enjoy the ride.”
1-hour Durban Harbor pontoon cruise with close-up container ships and port life. Bring drinks, end at Wilson's Wharf.
“I have enjoyed my self with my sister 😄 we are happy with everything”
Luxury 30-minute pontoon cruise from Ushaka in Durban. Small 12-person group, skipper stories, fish spotting, and helpful photo stops.
“The ride was so beautiful. Troy(the boat driver) made our experience very pleasant.He was very kind and engaging,constantly making sure we were comfortable and getting the most out of the experience. He took the best photos of us.”
Two hours on the Indian Ocean off Durban to spot humpback whales in winter, plus dolphins and other marine life from a licensed boat.
“Amazing trip. Skipper Bennie, took us out although we were the only ones that had booked that particular early morning slot. Real character, knows his stuff, great all round guy As it was getting towards the tail end of the migration season, we weren't overly optimistic. OMG, how wrong were we. We didn't see one whale but 7! Three in particular we stuck with and they rewarded us with several full breaches and numerous tail slaps, partial breaches. A good hour of memories which I'll take with me to the grave. Thanks Bennie. Amazing time 👏”
Glide through Durban Point Waterfront by night in a Venetian-style gondola, with friendly guidance, great photos, and a quick 30-minute escape.
“We waited for 15 minutes because a couple that didn’t book online was given a ride on our time frame. It’s also not worth R280”
Durban day tour with St Lucia boat safari for hippos, then Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Big Five game drive, dinner view, return.
“My 1st ever safari and I got to say it was an amazing experience! Zamani was the best guide to get and couldn’t ask for anyone better! He called to the animals and knew the facts about them, also stopped and seen a praying mantis 😂 he gRead more”
Relax for about 30 minutes on Zulumoon Gondolas along Durban Point Waterfront Canal, with calm water, bridges for photos, and mobile tickets.
“Very relaxing experience and amazing scenery with beautiful landscape. The tour also answered questions asked with great clarity.”
Relax on a Durban luxury pontoon boat from Wilson’s Wharf, see yachts, ships and port life in about 1 hour for $11.25.
“We called to reschedule the time and the operator said he was unable to move our booking. We made our way there and arrived at 11:30 but the boat left. Only to find out that there were other later slots which the agent could have moved us to so it was Money gone down the drain. Wish the agents made more effort in moving our cruise as asked”
Drift along Durban’s Point Waterfront Canal on a 40-minute gondola ride with a picnic lunch in a Society for the Blind basket.
“The people were good and friendly and hard good service. Gondola boat was romantic and we enjoyed every moment spent together with my wife.”
From Durban, take an 8-hour iSimangaliso boat safari to spot hippos and crocs, with St Lucia lunch and river-mouth walk.
“Hippos and weaver birds. This trip is not for serious wildlife enthusiasts. The Hippos were close and the Eastern Golden Weaver, but we had to point out the Warthogs and African Fish Eagle to the guides.”
Durban to St Lucia wetlands cruise in iSimangaliso Park. See hippos, crocodiles and Fish Eagle on a guided 2-hour boat ride.
From the cableway to the Kruger gate, sorted by the kind of day you want.
