If you feel like it’s time to get that adrenaline rush in full swing, we know just where you can do it. So keep your eyes fixed to discover the best adventure parks in Durban!
1. Spirit of Adventure
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First on our list of adventure parks to visit in Durban is none other than Spirit of Adventure. Nestled between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, this leadership centre utilises the outdoors to nurture personal development for those who enter their grounds. These adventurous activities take place on land, water and rock faces. So, you can look forward to canoeing, obstacle courses and more! Spirit of Adventure is especially popular for team-building excursions, with different courses catering to specific age groups.
Operating hours: 8 am – 5 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: Shongweni Resource Reserve, Outer West Durban
2. Sugar Rush Park
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According to our list of 30 Things to do in Durban, there’s no need to spend a fortune on entertainment when you have Sugar Rush Park! This place is perfect for spending quality time with your family, seeing that there is something for everyone to enjoy. Grown-ups can get their adrenaline fix with trampolining or mountain biking, while kids can let loose on the Sugar Rush Express train or putt-putt course.
Operating hours: 8 am – 4 pm (Monday & Sunday), 7 am – 4 pm (Tuesday – Thursday) and 7 am – 5 pm (Friday & Saturday)
Address: Esenembe Road, Ballito
3. Funworld
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Looking to fill out your itinerary for the weekend? Tap into your inner child and head to Funworld. This beachfront amusement park has a myriad of rides to choose from and will keep both the young and the old entertained! With free entrance, you only have to spend money per ride. Our favourite rides for kids include Fantasy Vintage Cars along with the Carousel and favourites for adults include the Tornado and Breakdance.
Operating hours: 11 am – 5 pm (Friday – Sunday)
Address: 78 Marine Parade, South Beach
4. Wild Waves Waterpark
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Located at Wild Coast Sun, Wild Waves Water Park offers enticing rides for kids and grown-ups alike – this is one of the best adventure parks to go to in Durban as a family! The “Boomerango”, a tube slide, is a crowd favourite. Other loved slides include the Aqualoop and Superbowl. Who are you taking with you down the two steep body slides? Even your toddler’s need to play will be tended to in the interactive kids’ play area!
Operating hours: 9 am – 5 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: Wild Coast Sun Main Bizana Road, Port Edward
5. Moses Mabhida Stadium
Who said a stadium is just for hosting sports games? At Moses Mabhida Stadium you can get your heart pumping with the following attractions:
- Big Rush Big Swing
- Segway Gliding Tours
- SkyCar Ride
- Adventure Walk
- Helicopter Flights
- People’s Park
As seen on our list of 30 Things to do in Durban, our best-loved attraction must be the Segway Gliding Tours! Having the opportunity to explore different parts of Durban, you will learn how to shift your weight for the Segway to move smoothly.
Operating hours: 8 am – 5 pm (Monday – Sunday)
People’s Park Operating Hours: 5 am – 7 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: 44 Isaiah Ntshangase Road, Stamford Hill
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6. Hillcrest Paintball
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Trigger-happy buds unite and make your way to Hillcrest Paintball! And get this, you can choose your battleground! Will it be an African bush experience or a SWAT-team-style battle? This would be a great way to spend a day in the outdoors while bonding with friends and family. You can even host a braai at Hillcrest Paintball, so why not organise a party here? This listing can be found in our catalogue of things to do in Durban.
Operating hours: 8 am – 4 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: 15 Wootton Avenue, Bothas Hill, Ximba
7. Flag Animal Park
If you’re looking to spend time at one of the most unique adventure parks in Durban, why not head to Flag Animal Farm? Not only will you see the cutest animals, but you’ll simultaneously be supporting a great cause. This farm is home to more than a thousand animals (80% of which are rescued), from reptiles and birds to mammals. Here you can also find indoor play centres.
Operating hours: 9 am – 4:30 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: Sheffield Beach Road, Salt Rock
8. Giba Gorge
Giba Gorge Mountain Bike Park is one of the best outdoor adventure parks to go to in Durban! If you are an adrenaline junkie, this place would be considered paradise. Set in a canyon landscape, you can get ready to take on a 45km mountain biking trail and several hiking trails. After adventuring, you can cool down at the waterfall!
Operating hours: 7 am – 5 pm (Monday – Tuesday and Thursday – Sunday) & 7 am – 8 pm (Wednesday)
Address: 110 Stockville Road, Westmead, Pinetown
9. Phezulu Safari Park
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Go in the direction of Phezulu Safari Park today! With tours offered every hour, you can learn about and get up close with the creatures of their Reptile Park. But the fun doesn’t end there – you can also tackle 1 of 2 hiking trails, go on a safari game drive or take on a segway tour. Who wants to walk a tour when you have the option of gliding it?
Operating hours: 8 am – 4 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: 190 Old Main Road, Bothas Hill, Outer West Durban
10. uShaka Marine World
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You didn’t think we’d miss this one, did you? Taking in the last spot of adventure parks to visit in Durban is the world-famous uShaka Marine World. The activities you can participate in are endless! In fact, we have a whole list of things to do at uShaka Marine World! That’s right – we go the extra mile to ensure that you create the fondest memories of Durban. So, what is stopping you from visiting the biggest aquarium in Africa?
Operating hours: 9 am – 5 pm (Monday – Sunday)
Address: 1 King Shaka Avenue, Point
