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Durban

Durban is the a great destination to visit during a cruise vacation if you want to experience some of the best highlights of South Africa. This coastal city boasts beautiful beaches, zoos, museums, nature reserves, and tons of exciting attractions. A few unique highlights of Durban include an innovative sports stadium, a beachfront casino complex, gondola rides, thrilling water/amusement parks, and a few nightlife hot spots. You can also discover a few open-air markets and religious sites, where you can easily get a taste of the local lifestyle. The city and surrounding area are easily navigable by taxi, which you should find to be a generally inexpensive mode of transport. While spending time in Durban, you can also enjoy some of the finest Indian cuisine, seasoned with authentic spices and flavored with adventure.

Depending on which cruise line you choose, cruises including Durban can range in length from as little as 2- to well over 20-nights, with a bunch of flexible options in between. A great time to visit Durban is between April and December, when you can expect a dry, ideal environment.

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Destinations for Cruises from Durban

The following cruise destinations can be visited on a cruise from Durban. Select a destination to view the upcoming cruises that are available:

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Cruise Lines with Cruises from Durban

The following cruise lines feature cruises leaving from Durban. Select a cruise line to view upcoming cruises that they're offering from Durban:

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Cunard Line
MSC Cruises
Ponant

Premium Cruise Line
Ships: 4 (2,061 - 2,996 Guests)
State-Of-The-Art Ocean Liners
White Star Service

Cunard Line from Durban Onboard Credit, Cash Back or Grats!

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Premium Cruise Line
Ships: 4 (2,061 - 2,996 Guests)
State-Of-The-Art Ocean Liners
White Star Service
Unique Enrichment Programs
Mareel Wellness & Beauty

Cunard's glorious ocean liners are floating palaces of art deco splendor and Edwardian excess, surrounding guests with every comfort and luxury. They are the quintessence of luxury travel. With Cunard, the journey may be even more magnificent than the destination. There are currently four vessels in the Cunard fleet: Queen Anne, Queen Elizabeth, Queen Victoria, and their flagship, Queen Mary 2. Regardless of which one you choose, you're going to be on a luxurious vessel with fabulous food, entertainment & service.

Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 23 (1,952 - 6,762 Guests)
Kids Sail Free
True Italian Hospitality

MSC Cruises from Durban Special Price, Onboard Credit or Grats!

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Mainstream Cruise Line
Ships: 23 (1,952 - 6,762 Guests)
Kids Sail Free
True Italian Hospitality
Theme Cruises
Innovative Entertainment

MSC Cruises is the world's third-largest cruise line with a strong and growing presence in North America and is committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. With 23 ships and over 250 destinations to choose from, guests can enjoy beautifully designed ships with a diverse guest mix. MSC Cruises sails year-round from Miami, Orlando (Port Canaveral), New York City, and Galveston starting November 2025. Many itineraries include late-night and overnight stays at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the only private island marine reserve in The Bahamas. For guests wanting privacy and luxury, most U.S. ships offer the MSC Yacht Club, an exclusive sanctuary at the top of the ship only accessible by key card. MSC Cruises is a great vacation choice for families, with many activities and expansive kids' clubs for kids of all ages. In April 2025, MSC Cruises' newest flagship, MSC World America, will sail from Miami to the Caribbean. Beauty and discovery await with MSC Cruises.

Specialty Cruise Line
Ships: 12 (67 - 264 Guests)
Luxurious Private Yachts!
Sails to Exotic Destinations!

Ponant from Durban Huge Onboard Credits!

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Specialty Cruise Line
Ships: 12 (67 - 264 Guests)
Luxurious Private Yachts!
Sails to Exotic Destinations!
Butler Service in Suites!

Experience a different and magical way of cruising. Ponant prides themselves in providing modest-sized yachts that will transport you where most larger ships cannot reach. Included on board are restaurants that prepare the finest in French-inspired cuisine, as well as a well-trained and discreet staff whose goal is to provide you with the best service possible. For those who enjoy the luxurious life, some of their ships have butler service (for guests staying in select suites). All this and so much more is offered, along with all the privacy you could ask for. Come experience cruising "A la Française", the tasteful style of this company.

Things to do near Durban

These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Durban, along with a brief description:

♦ uShaka Marine World

uShaka Marine World is the top-rated attraction in Durban. Featuring over 40 acres and 8 different mini parks within, you can discover fun for the whole family here. The aquarium at uShaka Sea World features 32 tanks, shipwrecks, and a restaurant with a giant shark tank that takes up the whole wall (where else can you say you dined among the sharks?). You will also have the opportunity to snorkel with the fish or go shark cage diving. At uShaka Wet’n Wild, you can twist and turn down a bunch of thrilling water slides, including Africa’s highest slide with a 59-foot drop. Other areas of interest include uShaka Beach (direct beach access from the main amusement park), uShaka Villlage Walk (a recreated African village with restaurants, shops, and cafes), uShaka Dangerous Creatures (home to many exotic animals), and Chimp & Zee (an exciting rope park).

♦ Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World

Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World is certain to captivate your senses with its many attractions! Whether you’re looking to eagerly roll the dice or pull the slot reel in the casino, hang out in the beach bar, bask in the sun on the semi-private beach, or do dinner and movie, you can do all of that and more. Plus, there are two attached hotels where you can book and a room to stay for as long as you want!

♦ Paradise Valley

While Durban is filled with many incredible nature reserves, one of the best ones to visit is Paradise Valley. Tap into your inner-adventurer as you explore various hiking trails, a stream, a beautiful waterfall, and plenty of relaxing, open space where you can enjoy a picnic. Don’t forget to bring your camera, as you will discover tons of breathtaking photo opportunities!

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