Things to do in Umhlanga Ridge

Activities, attractions and tours
Umhlanga Ridge
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Tours & day trips

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Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

Activity duration is 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €8 per adult
Magical Gondola Night Boat Cruise in Durban

Wildlife & nature

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St Lucia: iSimangaliso Wetland Park: Full-Day/Half-Day Tour

St Lucia: iSimangaliso Wetland Park: Full-Day/Half-Day Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €46 per adult
St Lucia: iSimangaliso Wetland Park: Full-Day/Half-Day Tour

Cruises & boat tours

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Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Activity duration is 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is €8 per adult
Durban Point Waterfront: Luxury Canal Boat Cruise

Shopping & fashion

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Half-day Durban City Tour

Half-day Durban City Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €211 per adult*
Half-day Durban City Tour

What to do in Umhlanga Ridge

Popular places to visit

Umhlanga Rocks Beach which includes a coastal town, landscape views and a sandy beach

Umhlanga Rocks Beach

4/5(13 reviews)

Surfing competitions, a picturesque lighthouse, a scenic nature reserve and walks along a waterfront boardwalk welcome visitors to Umhlanga’s lively main beach.

Umhlanga Rocks Beach
Gateway Theatre of Shopping

Gateway Theatre of Shopping

4.5/5(15 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gateway Theatre of Shopping during your trip to Umhlanga Ridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Gateway Theatre of Shopping
Umhlanga Lighthouse featuring a lighthouse and general coastal views

Umhlanga Lighthouse

4.5/5(8 reviews)

This historic lighthouse is loved by photography enthusiasts and is an ideal starting point for exploring the waterfront promenade of Umhlanga Rocks Beach.

Umhlanga Lighthouse
Umhlanga Main Beach

Umhlanga Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Umhlanga Main Beach during your trip to Umhlanga? Discover the entertainment venues and spas in this trendy area.

Umhlanga Main Beach
Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail which includes landscape views, forests and a park

Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail

Walk along the wooden bridge over the Ohlanga River and explore the beautiful forest and sand dunes near this relaxing nature trail.

Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Trail

Umhlanga Hospital

If Umhlanga Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Umhlanga Ridge.

Umhlanga Hospital

KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board in Umhlanga. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board