Known as the Kingdom of the Zulu, KwaZulu-Natal is a melting pot of African, European and Indian cultures. This province boasts two World Heritage Sites – the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park and the Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park. KZN offers fantastic beaches, sunny weather, game parks, rolling green hills, numerous sugar cane plantations and relics of the great battles in South African history.

Major Tourist attractions:

• Beaches
  Some of South Africa’s best beaches can be found along the Natal coastline, Umhlanga Rocks, Ballito, Shaka’s Rock, Shelley Beach (on the North Coast), Uvongo and Margate (on the South coast) – just to mention a few. All of these beaches offer safe and fantastic swimming and surfing possibilities. Durban also boasts spectacular beaches including Addington Beach, South and North beaches and Dairy beach!
• Durban’s Grey Street
  Grey Street is home to Durban’s Indian district and is the best place to enjoy some spicy local food. Here, you will find the Juma Musjid Mosque and its gilt-domed minarets (1927) – the largest mosque in the southern hemisphere. Wander around the area and the bazaars, and buy some of the incredible spices and textiles from local Indian vendors.
• The Greater St Lucia Wetlands Park
  An eco-tourism wonderland of beautiful lakes, swamps, forests and marshlands surrounding the estuary of Lake St Lucia. This area was declared as one of South Africa’s first World Heritage Sites – and is no doubt one of the most beautiful wetlands areas in the world.  Some of South Africa's best-protected indigenous coastal forests are found here at Dukuduku and Kosi Bay. Countless species of animals including hippo, crocodiles and elephant, as well as abundant plant and sea-life, are found in this sub-tropical eco-system.
• Mountains and Dragons
  The Ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park was declared a World Heritage Site in 2000. This mountain wilderness, bordering Lesotho, is a vast national park boasting the highest mountain range in South Africa. This area is known to the Zulus as the `Barrier of Spears’, the ‘Drakensberg’ or the `Dragon Mountains’. This mountain range is truly spectacular and offers wonderful waterfalls, mountain peaks and rock faces adorned with San rock art. It is a favourite spot for hiking and fly-fishing.
• Zulu Heartland
  KwaZulu-Natal is referred to as the Kingdom of the Zulus. To the west of the Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game reserves (150km north of Ulundi), one can explore cultural museums that concentrate on local history. Near Ondini, one can find the reconstructed royal enclosure of Cetshwayo, the Zulu King. The fascinating Vukani Collection Museum is found at Eshowe and boasts one of the best collections of Zulu art and culture in the world. Shakaland and Gingindlovu are also worth a visit.
• On Safari
  Famous for its rhino conservation programme and big five sightings, Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park is the largest of KZN’s reserves and boasts a fantastic selection of wildlife. Mkuzi and Ndomo game reserves are also well renowned, and the walking safaris in these reserves are spectacular.
• Sodwana Bay
  Some of the best diving and snorkeling opportunities in South Africa are on offer in Sodwana – a veritable mecca for those who love underwater adventure. The area is also famous for big-game fishing.
• The Battlefields
  A number of Battlefield tours are on offer in KZN where some of South Africa’s most turbulent wars took place. The interior, north of the Tugela River, marks the spot of gruesome battles between Boers and Zulus, British and Zulus and, of course, the Boers and the British.
• The Inanda Heritage Route
  Visit the place where Mahatma Gandhi developed his philosophy of passive resistance. Visit Ohlange, the school founded by the president of the ANC – John Dube – or visit the Inanda Seminary, home to the largest Shembe church in the province (two million members).
• Midlands Meander
  The Midlands Meander is picture postcard country.  The rolling green hills of the midlands are home to English-style country inns, guesthouses and quaint bed and breakfast establishments.  The area is known for its polo clubs, delightful restaurants and a marvellous arts-and-crafts route.
• Valley of a Thousand Hills
  One of the most picturesque drives in the world is just 45km from Durban, known as the Valley of a Thousand Hills. It is in these hills that Zulu people still live in their traditional huts and the views are breathtaking.
• Zulu Crafts
  KwaZulu-Natal boasts a wide range of markets, craft shops and galleries where one can purchase the finest Zulu crafts such as, traditional baskets, woven beer strainers, Zulu drums, shields and assegais, beadwork, pottery and regalia. This is all available at reasonable and affordable prices.
• The Sardine Run
  The South Coast sees the incredible annual migration of sardines, once a year. Shoals of sardines can be seen in their feeding frenzy as they move from the Natal South Coast to Mozambique Coast. The sardine run is always followed by dolphins, sharks and game fish.
• Hiking the Oribi Gorge
  The Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve is a wonderful scenic area offering excellent hiking opportunities. The area boasts cliffs and forests with 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.
• The Hibiscus Coast
  The coastline from Port Shepstone to Port Edward has been called the Hibiscus Coast because of its lush gardens, luxury suburban homes, beach-side cottages and friendly caravan parks. The area is known for fantastic beaches as well as wonderful golfing opportunities. This is real bucket-and-spade country – with the towns of Margate and Uvongo being firm favorites.
• The Dolphin Coast
  The glorious Dolphin Coast stretches from Umhlanga Rocks, north of Durban, to the mouth of the Tugela River. The area boasts wide beaches and a warm ocean which makes it the perfect playground for dolphins. The main holiday resorts consist of Ballito, Salt Rock and Umhlanga Rocks – all three are five star hotels, however, self-catering accommodation is a firm favourite amongst local holidaymakers.