Tala Game reserve. Natal Lion Park and Valley of 1000 hills

Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours

Mobile ticket

Leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city and journey into the gently rolling countryside of the Kwa Zulu Natal Midlands.

Enjoy a closed game drive through the Natal park .The park is home to Lion, African Elephant, Asian Elephant, Impala, Nyala, Grey Duiker, Porcupine, Bush Pig, Kudu, Vervet Monkey, Bush Babies, Black Backed Jackal, Zebra, Blue Wildebeest.

Then we continue to one of our best kept secrets, Tala Game Reserve! Tala, a privately owned wildlife conservancy, has a charm all its own; teaming with bird life, magnificent ’Plains Game’ such as eland, giraffe, kudu, zebra and a family of Hippos, which are extremely rare in this area! Enjoy the spectacular scenery and returning to Durban in afternoon.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Tala Private Game Reserve

Tala Game Reserve! Tala, a privately owned wildlife conservancy, has a charm all its own; teaming with bird life, magnificent ’Plains Game’ such as eland, giraffe, kudu, zebra and a family of Hippos, which are extremely rare in this area! E

6 minutes • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviews

5.00

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great day with Zamani, fun commentary and lots to see!
kismetique,,May 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Zamani was a perfect guide. Was waiting patently when we got off the ship. Off we went to 1000 hills and saw a great marriage proposal play. Then to the Lion park after picking up apples to feed the elephants! That was a highlight of the day, so fun. We had lunch at a gas station area with fast foods, which was perfect not to eat up too much time. After feeding the elephants we headed to Tala Game Reserve. Private guides have gotten to where they reverse the order the big busses are taking so we were never with big crowds. Zamani was expert at hunting down the animals on this Reserve. We saw zebras, wildebeest, ostriches, and followed giraffes and got great photos. We finally found the rhinos and they grazed right up to the car. He never gave up looking for them and it was great, we saw about 6 and just sat in the quiet evening as the sun sat watching all the different animals graze. The back drop was a lake and mountains which made for amazing photos! We had a great time with Zumani, he made the day very fun and had great stories to tell and lots of information about South Africa and the Zulu. You won't regret booking with him!
Best safari ever
alan b,,Mar 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide Zamani told us to buy apples to feed the elephants, inspiring!, spent quite a bit of time feeding them then hung with a lioness for a while, exhilarating, did not have to deal with crowded jeeps saw everything from the comfort of a front seat in a comfortable car, saw more animals than I can name including a crash of rhinos! Wonderful, best guide ever!
Must do
Triscia D,,Jul 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Absolutely wonderful trip of a lifetime. Tour guide was so educational and friendly. We would do this tour again.
Amazing day with the animals
Charnae K,,Nov 26, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a great experience. Jumani was an amazing guide and gave us a great overview around the history of Durban. Best part was feeding the elephants. Would do this all over again!
AFRO ZULU TOURS GET OUR VOTE!
SusanAlexandra H,,Jun 7, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
I apologise for my tardiness in submitting this review. I wanted to give a big shout out to Zamani from Afro Zulu Tours who was our special guide on our tour of Durban and surrounds, including our trip to the Tala Game Reserve. Zamani went and beyond to connect with us in difficult circumstances (because we were travelling on the cruise ship Queen Mary 2 and had no internet or local phone communications). He was the best storyteller I have ever met and kept us enthralled by his account of Zulu history while managing to show us many fascinating highlights of Durban city and surrounds. I believe Zamani provided a far superior experience to that provided to many of the other Queen Mary 2 passengers. Bravo Zamani you are the best! My husband Graham and I wish you every success in the future!
Amazing Safari Tour
Jack80989,,Oct 15, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Accompanied by the best tour guide we could ask for, Zamani, so informative and passionate about his work. The experience will definitely last a lifetime. Thank you Zamani!!!