Go on safari while in the area. Nambiti Private Game Reserve is less than 2 hours from our wedding venue and has the big five. Nambiti is also close to the renowned KwaZulu-Natal battlefields. One of its major drawcards is that Nambiti is situated in a malaria-free area, meaning that you don’t have to take medication before visiting. There are various accommodation lodges to stay in depending on your price point. Please let the bride know if you are wanting to visit as shuttles services are available.
A 3 hour drive from Durban airport (King Shaka International), Phinda is another gorgeous safari to consider. It also offers the big five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino) as well as cheetah. There a various lodging options available on their website.
Fugitives’ Drift Lodge and Guest House is renowned for its flagship battlefield tours to Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift, which are conducted daily. These thought provoking and often emotionally charged tours leave our guests with a more profound appreciation of modern-day South Africa. Long family associations with the area and its people allow Fugitives’ Drift to offer unique Zulu perspectives on these remarkable battle
Cape Town is a 2 hour flight from Durban airport. We recommend going to the Cape either a few days before or after the wedding. Cape Town is known for its gorgeous beaches, vineyards, mountains and food. Places we recommend while visiting Cape Town, the V&A Waterfront, Boulders beach, Clifton beach, vineyards in Stellenbosch, Frranschoek, hiking Lions head, Robben Island, Babylonstoren.