Half Day Valley of 1000 Hills - IL-VH (I)

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The breath-taking Valley of a Thousand Hills is an exciting component of Durban and South Africas province of KwaZulu Natal. The area promises unspoilt nature, wildlife, magnificent scenery, and warm country hospitality just a half hours drive from the centre of Durban. The area is named after the thousands of hills which tumble down to the mighty Umgeni River, which flows from the distant Drakensberg Mountains to the warm inviting Indian Ocean.

The area promises unspoilt nature, wildlife, magnificent scenery, and warm country hospitality just a half hours drive from the centre of Durban. The area is named after the thousands of hills which tumble down to the mighty Umgeni River, which flows from the distant Drakensberg Mountains to the warm inviting Indian Ocean.

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Daily Private Departures (maximum 12 passengers)
Price per person based on 2 passengers travelling
Tour duration approximately 5 hours
Includes: English tour guide, entrance fees applicable to itinerary

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Private Day Tour - Tour Code: IL-VH

Private Day Tour - Half Day Valley of 1000 Hills - IL-VH (I)

Tuesday – Saturday

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Departs 08:30 Returns 13:00

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HIGHLIGHTS

Valley of a Thousand Hills
pheZulu Safari Park
Cultural Village and Crocodile & Snake Park

The Itinerary
DAILY: PRIVATE DEPARTURES

08:00 Collection from Durban Hotel
Valley of 1000 Hills

Depart Durban for your journey inland and toward Pietermaritzburg to the Valley of a Thousand Hills. As you travel through this scenic landscape, you will notice that on the crest of the hills overlooking the valley are leafy suburbs and village centres, which have astonishing views and a year-round holiday climate of warm summers and cool winters.

pheZulu Safari Park

Many local Zulu people have maintained a traditional lifestyle in the Umgeni and Shongweni Valleys, giving the area a powerful sense of history and identity. Their colourful ceremonies and expressive, artistic culture give this area its vibrant atmosphere and creative energy. Explore the roots of Zulu culture by embarking on a guided tour deep into tribal lands. Witness ancient Zulu ceremonies as traditional diviners throw the bones and communicate with their spiritual ancestors at pheZulu Safari Park. PheZulu also offers traditional Zulu dancing and cultural shows.

Crocodile & Snake Park

To end the day, embark on the park's tour at the Crocodile & Snake Park which boasts wonderful views across the valley. Meet Ramesis the park's 90 year old Nile crocodile and have a hands-on experience with Cleo the Burmese python who weighs in at 42 kilograms. Depart the inlands and travel back toward the coastline. Tour ends with drop off at the hotel.