With its beautiful beaches and colourful, cosmopolitan people, eThekwini-Durban offers visitors a vibrant and entertaining experience. The area is a mix of the energetic Durban, stunning coastline, and the breath-taking views of the Valley of a Thousand Hills lying 30 kilometres inland.

The beautiful coastline offers water that is warm and ideal for swimming, surfing and kayaking. The harbour city of Durban is full of life with the 'golden mile' beachfront offering great sandy beaches and rickshaw drivers ready to give you a tour of the city's coastline. This promenade stretches from uShaka Beach to the North Beach area with great sea views and many interesting craft stalls along the way.

This region is well suited to the tourist with many different attractions and activities to keep you entertained. With the strong Indian influence in Durban visitors can enjoy authentic Indian cuisine and purchase silks, saris and spices from a local bazaar. There are also numerous cultural and historical attractions to visit and a variety of outdoor activities and water sports to enjoy.