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See Durban from the sky with a Legend Heli-Flip for only R350 pp!

19 December 2018 | Explore Durban

The best way to see Durban this December Holiday is from the sky! We have partnered with Legend Aviation to offer Durbanites and visitors the chance to flip through the sky on a scenic helicopter ride. The route kicks off at everybody’s favourite stadium and goes all the way to the Durban Harbour, taking you along the gorgeous coastline with its bustling promenade and crystal blue waters. Nothing like checking the surf (and maybe spotting a few dolphins along the way) from hundreds of feet up ...

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Unleash Your Inner Foodie!

10 July 2014 | Explore Durban

Yes folks, it’s that time of the year again where you get to leave all your dieting worries behind and take your tastebuds out for a weekend of indulgence! The Pick n Pay Taste of Durban is back again at it’s homeground, Suncoast Durban. Growing from strength to strength since it’s inception in 2012, it has already become an annual foodie-haven showcasing the exceptional skills of local chefs and restaurants, whilst giving us wanna-be masterchefs the opportunity to soak up what’s tren...

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No one likes a dirty beach!

03 July 2014 | Explore Durban

#DurbsThursdays has always been about discovering great things to do in Durban. This Thursday, we take a look at the KZN Beach Clean Up, which is a durban based organisation that focuses on improving the quality of our oceans and teaching our youth about the value of contributing towards a sustainable future. The KZN Beach Clean Up has been around since 2011 and takes place every 3rd Saturday of the month, with the exception of World Oceans Day and other internationally recognized initiatives...

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For the people, by the people!

25 June 2014 | Explore Durban, News

One thing that sets Durban aside from the rest is that we have this beautifully redeveloped beachfront and promenade to enjoy everyday. And boy, do we make use of it. There isn’t a day that there aren’t hundreds of people partaking in some kind of activity down at the beachfront, whether it be running, cycling, yoga or just walking the dogs. The really cool thing is that the promenade connects directly to the People’s Park precinct, which holds not only a magnificent track & field a...

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‘Sup Durbs?

12 June 2014 | Explore Durban

Something you often spot around Durban these days are the many ‘Suppers getting their fitness fix out on the water. Although SUP has been around for quite sometime, it has only recently become a bit of a craze in SA and a very popular pastime for many Durbanites! If you still don’t know what we are talking about, let’s break it down for you!  SUP stands for Stand Up Paddleboarding. It originally started off in Hawaii as an offshoot of surfing, allowing surfers to paddle farther into th...

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Home is where the (I) heart (market) is!

05 June 2014 | Explore Durban, News

On the first Saturday of every month, a little revolution happens on the Imbizo Lawns at Moses Mabhida Stadium. Not the kind of revolution you read about in your history books at school, but more of a local kind of revolution. One that brings the community together in a way that supports the city’s economy and promotes our independent artisans. Durbanites flock to the I heart Market to satisfy their appetites, indulge in retail therapy, catch up with mates, listen to amazing music and gener...

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Spice up your life at The Snack Bar!

29 May 2014 | Explore Durban, News

Rich with Indian culture and heritage, Durban has an abundance of places where you can buy ingredients and also eat Indian-inspired curries and spicy foods. One such place, is the Spice Emporium in Monty Naicker Road. The Harie family, who have successfully ran the Spice Emporium for over 26 years, recently renovated The Snack Bar, an extension of the Emporium, where you can experience Indian street food, or “Chaat” as it is famously known as in India. Chaat is the Indian version of fast ...

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South Beach. Where the surf’s not the only thing cooking!

22 May 2014 | Explore Durban, News

If you’ve been down to the south side of the Durban beachfront, you’ve probably noticed a funky bright yellow container just north of Addington. Inside this container, is everything you’ve ever wanted in a container, and more. By now you’ve probably spotted the famous Afro’s Chicken Trailer at a few Durban events and markets, maybe you were even lucky enough to get one of those famous burgers, or strips & tjips before they were sold out. Either way, there’s no need hunting the...

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Time really flies when you’re having fun!

01 May 2014 | Explore Durban, News

Tourist or not, this is surely one of the coolest new ways to explore the city! Meet Durban Skyye; a new flight school based at Virginia Airport. Owned by Brad and Dave, it is the first flight school in Durban that has been approved for microlight and light sport aircraft training. Their Microlight Intro Flight is conducted by experienced instructors and takes you over our magnificent Durban coastline, Golden Mile, Harbour and Umhlanga Lighthouse. If you’re interest in something less recrea...

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Now here’s something to Tweet about!

17 April 2014 | Explore Durban, News

This year, The Umgeni River Bird Park celebrated it’s 30th Anniversary. It’s not everyday that an establishment achieves such a great milestone, and we salute them for their hard work and dedication to the conservation of birds in our city! Located on what used to be an old quarry site it provided the perfect tropical setting needed to build the park. The site features several natural waterfalls which makes it an idyllic retreat not only for visitors but also for the 800+ birds on the premi...

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