Upon your arrival at the Durban International Airport, you will be greeted in true South African style. The warmth of the nations people will envelope you, as you are assisted to your vehicle. From here you will travel along the coast to the Pumula Beach Hotel situated alongside the warm Indian Ocean. Relax in the afternoon and enjoy the facilities at the hotel.

A day at leisure. Enjoy a day in the sun and relax after your journey – walk along the golden beaches and take a swim in the warm Indian Ocean.

Today take a trip on the Banana Express. The Hibiscus Coast’s famous Banana Express steam train is chuffing its way along the beachfront again after a period off the rails. The train runs every day from 10am from the station in Port Shepstone. It runs along the beachfront, heads inland to Izotsha where it stops for a passenger outing and then chuffs back to Port Shepstone. One of the more enduring images of the Hibiscus Coast in tourism brochures is the sight of the steam engine crossing one of the many railway bridges that span the rivers of the South Coast.

After the train ride visit the Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve. It is a wonderfully scenic area offering excellent hiking opportunities. The area boasts cliffs and forests and spectacular hiking trails and picnic sites. Wildlife in the Oribi Gorge consists of many antelope, although the Oribi (after which the gorge is named) is rarely seen. A photographer's paradise, this little Eden encompasses forests, rivers, rapids and ravine. High sandstone cliffs dominate this 24km long gorge carved out by the Umzimkulwana River. Leopards, troops of baboons, various small antelope and a prolific bird life, including five species of kingfisher and seven species of eagle inhabit the reserve. There are several nature trails for the adventurous. Lunch included.

Today we plan to take a boat ride to view the whales that swim in our waters at this time of the year – dolphins should also be about , and close up viewing is always a treat and an experience. Lunch will be to your own account in the Margate area where you have many choices and a moment to shop and walk about this seaside resort.

An exciting 4x4 trip to Mr. Mandela’s homeland has been planned for today.  This is a unique trip into the Transkei. The homelands of the Xhosa. You will see beautiful waterfalls, have a lovely picnic lunch on the beach, and enjoy the absolute simplicity of the people around you. Lunch included.

Relax on the beach today and hope for some action with the sardines – you never know!

For your last day, a day in the lives of the Zulu to take home wonderful memories is arranged for you. This is a half day tour to a rural area called Ndudu – still ruled by a chief. Visit a local school, a homestead and the absolute beauty of this region. For the afternoon – relax and take a stroll thinking of days in the sun and those gone by.

Today you will check out of the hotel and travel to Durban International Airport for your onward flight.