About Durban

Go jump! The Big Rush!

12 January, 2013 by Wotz Leave a Comment

For the ultimate ride of your life the Big Rush Big Swing at the Moses Mabhida stadium is a must. The world’s only stadium swing and the largest of any kind anywhere! Adrenalin junkies, the curious, the petrified, young and old the people of Durban and visitors to our city flock to jump into the void, 106 meters above the ground! It’s not called the Big Rush for nothing. This is how it all goes down! You are first fitted with a full body harness, and taken to the practice area for a demonstration of correct technique. Thereafter you are accompanied to the base of the stadium arch where you will be attached to a safety line for the ascent. You are then attached to the main jump line and the jump master starts to count you

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Mitchell Park

21 October, 2012 by Wotz Leave a Comment

Mitchell Park and Zoo offer spacious shady lawns, landscaped gardens and playground with jungle gyms, swings and slides for the kids. The park, with its spectacular, colourful flower beds are redesigned and planted every season. The mini Zoo delights visitors with aviaries of exotic birds, ducks, raccoons, wallabies, peacocks, small buck, monkeys, tortoise and even crocodiles. If you’re in luck, you might even spot an elusive bush baby. The oldest of the residents in the Zoo, Admiral, the ancient tortoise who arrived at the park in 1915 recently celebrated his 100th birthday. The Blue Zoo restaurant offer guests a variety of meals from toasted sandwiches, muffins and cakes to meals such as burgers and steaks and more. The

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Durban Botanic Gardens

18 March, 2012 by WotzUpDurban Leave a Comment

Not just a place for trees If you are under the impression that botanic gardens are merely museums for trees, think again. Take Durban’s Botanic Gardens as an example and you will find a place that not only boasts a phenomenal selection of flora and birdlife, but also hosts events, workshops and concerts and even provides recreational and event spaces for hire. Founded in 1849, the gardens have a proud history mainly relating to its impressive collections of orchids, palms and cycads, the last of which is currently ranked among the top ten cycad collections in the world. A walk around the gardens offers a side of Durban that is often left unseen, with the beach and sea as its primary

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uShaka Marine World

13 March, 2012 by WotzUpDurban Leave a Comment

If the beach and sea wasn’t enough! One of the newest and most popular attractions in Durban is uShaka Marine World. Having opened its doors in 2004, this world of aquatic obsession is a must see for all who venture to that summer-clad city. It is difficult to miss, taking up an imposing position on Durban’s famous Golden Mile. The legend of Shaka Zulu paints the picture of a strong, commanding warrior chief, respected and feared by all. You certainly do not picture him disappearing with a splash and speeding down water slides- squealing with glee- or staring with wonder into a colourful aquarium, an inflatable dolphin tucked under his arm. This is where the lines between

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