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| Durban Travel Guide for backpackers |
| The proud Zulu people call this holiday paradise as Thekweni. Soak up the warm shining sun on the endless, golden beaches; relax and recharge your batteries on the shores of this vibrant coastal city. Entertainment is plentiful and the variety is endless.
Traditional warrior dances, township life, the best of Indian curries, water sports of every imaginable kind, open air markets, modern shopping centres, theatre, music and cultural activities; you will find and experience in Durbs. |
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 DAILY BUDGET in DURBAN - You can get by at a scrape with USD50 a day but an extra USD20 will make life much more fun. |
UShaka Marine World - Bell Street – Undoubtedly the main attraction. Besides the fabulous aquarium, you can do sports, eat, shop or laze on a fine beach and much more. Do not miss this very cool venue.
New Germany Nature Reserve - Westville – See a remnant of original coastal bush and the wildlife here is worth seeing; zebra, vervet monkeys, bushbuck, porcupine,mongoose, reedbuck,impala and many birds. Spend a peaceful day here.
African Arts Centre - Junction of Pine Street and Soldiers Way – Indigenous African Art and crafts, see sculpture,basket weaving, bead work and much more.
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Golden Mile - along the beachfront - There are umpteen cheap eats of all persuasions available and the choice is yours.
Indian Market - City Centre - A colourful experience with Indian cuisine to temp any palate. Shop around for the best bargain.
The Pavilion - Westville - This popular shopping centre, a beacon in Durban offers everything in the way of dining, from expensive to the good food for cheap prices.
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330 - 330 Point Road - In the heart of the red-light district of the dockside, this club is rated as one of the top ten in the world for the dance addicts.
Bean Bag Bohemia - Windermere Drive - Live jazz piano on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays makes for a groovy atmosphere at this popular bar. DJs play soul and blues.
Axis - Gillespie Street - Here you can bump and grind past sunrise on Fridays and Saturdays. Join the gay pleasure seekers for a wild night out.
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