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  • Mobu E
    13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fantastic location, lively atmosphere, and top-notch spot. This is the place to go if you're searching for a wonderful area to spend some time with friends, family, or even by yourself!
    Written 26 August 2024
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  • hullarxim
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates73 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had a very beautiful day.very calm and peaceful day.Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.Thanks to our guide vishnu.
    We saw very amazing plants which we had never heardy about.
    Written 12 October 2024
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  • robbuchanan2024
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    very clean and comfortable. Very well situated for easy access to other attractions. Friendly and helpful staff.
    Written 11 October 2024
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  • Ouma M
    Johannesburg South, South Africa75 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    l make sure l visit Moses everytime l go to Durban. The place is breath taking n so beautiful. I took my friend for a brief tour since it was closed. We took fotos
    Written 8 July 2023
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  • Thecatsmum4
    Kettering, UK2 617 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We walked from Ushaka Marine Park along the promenade to South Beach which is very nice and easy for anyone in a wheelchair. The views of the beach were nice.

    However, we felt very uncomfortable at the number of locals in large groups sitting on the grass opposite the beach, watching us. In fairness we were not approached by them but the sheer numbers and police presence made us very wary and we did not walk the whole of the mile. In addition we didn't go on the beach until we got back to Ushaka where we felt safer.

    Written 1 May 2023
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  • Leigh7148
    The Woodlands, TX8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We enjoyed the beautiful country-side drive to the area and loved the visit to the reptile park. The restaurant was mediocre at best with poor service and okay food which most of which were "out" on the menu offered.
    Written 23 April 2023
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  • Chris & Bernie
    Nelson, New Zealand20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Magic day out at Ushaka! The water was clean, slides in good condition and park was tidy. Everyone was smiling and having a great time!
    Thanks Ushaka!
    Bernie and Lily
    Written 15 September 2024
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  • Mike H
    Durban, South Africa68 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visited Mitchell Park Zoo after a long time and was surprised to see that it was kept in a good condition and the animals all looked healthy and well maintained. The price was very reasonable for youth and pensioners alike.
    We followed up with a Milkshake and scone at The Blue Zoo restaurant which was just as enjoyable. Service was good and reasonably priced.
    Written 17 October 2019
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  • Christine B
    Land O Lakes54 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    This seems to be in a congested area of town and getting in and out is difficult. The markets are small and crowded, most of them seem to have the same things. The incense that was burning mixed with the spices was hard on me personally and made me light headed. We spent about 20 mins in and saw what we wanted. I’m sure there is more, doesn’t seem like the best part of town, but I didn’t feel unsafe either.
    Written 14 March 2024
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  • Segran Gounden
    Melbourne, Australia38 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Highly recommend Very peaceful . Clean and easy to access for visitors
    Lots of parking in the front. Ample members who provide information
    Written 14 September 2024
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  • khaghla
    Durban, South Africa5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had a lovely walk yesterday, did the 9km Red walk which we did in a relaxing 3 hours. The place is the cleanest Nature Conservancy I've visited in the last few weeks in Durban, safe clean and spacious.
    The very bottom forest section of the red walk was a bit noisy, but the forest wraith stream was beautiful.

    We went for birding, saw a few new ones near the pond, but also got red Duiker, bush buck, and impala, not to mention The Zebra literally standing at the gate on arrival.

    Got a day to chill, pack a picnic and head on out ..... well worth the visit. We will go back
    Written 14 January 2021
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  • maharajtalya
    Durban, South Africa10 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wide variety of species to meet and greet! A great place for little ones, awesome flight show, just hold on tight to your earrings...
    Written 8 July 2022
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  • Vanishemar
    Durban, South Africa2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It's really great activity and the stuff are very welcoming and friendly, we had a great time we will definitely visit again
    Written 15 August 2023
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  • Andystorr
    Surbiton, UK90 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Popped along whilst on holiday in the area as this looked to be an interesting thing to do.

    It definitely lived up to expectations. The displays are interesting and informative and I learnt a great deal about sharks that I didn’t previously know … inc the fact that shark nets don’t actually prevent the sharks swimming around, under or over them !!!

    I narrowly missed the morning “show” but hung around in the hope that the 2pm show would go ahead (they need a minimum number of attendees of around 15 to make it worthwhile).

    Thankfully it did go ahead & this was also fascinating as we were able to watch an informative video & witness the dissection of a small hammerhead shark that had become entangled in the nets & died recently.

    If you have a couple of hours to kill, or are interested in sharks, definitely pop along to this.
    Written 17 December 2022
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  • angela c
    Durban, South Africa130 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Such an interesting curated collection of African artworks and home wears and ceremonial outfits
    Had a private guided tour. Cost was R100pp, well worth it.
    Loved the 'puppet dolls' in cultural outfits
    Wish we'd stayed a bit longer and been able to wonder around by ourselves after the tour, and I'd taken more photo's.
    Our guide was bubbly and knowledgeable.
    Written 30 September 2023
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