Top 8 Zoos & Aquariums in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

December 7, 2021 Phylicia Berquist

KwaZulu-Natal (/kwɑːˌzuːluː nəˈtɑːl/; also referred to as KZN and known as "the garden province") is a province of South Africa that was created in 1994 when the Zulu bantustan of KwaZulu ("Place of the Zulu" in Zulu) and Natal Province were merged. It is located in the southeast of the country, enjoying a long shoreline beside the Indian Ocean and sharing borders with three other provinces and the countries of Mozambique, Swaziland and Lesotho. Its capital is Pietermaritzburg and its largest city is Durban. It is the 2nd most populous province in South Africa, with slightly fewer residents than Gauteng.
Restaurants in KwaZulu-Natal

1. uShaka Marine World

1 King Shaka Avenue Point, Durban 4001 South Africa +27 31 328 8000 [email protected] http://www.ushakamarineworld.co.za/
Excellent
56%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4,292 reviews

uShaka Marine World

uShaka Marine World is a 16-hectare theme park in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It comprises 8 attractions: uShaka Sea World, uShaka Wet 'n Wild, uShaka Sea Animal Encounters Island, uShaka Beach, uShaka Village Walk, uShaka Kids World, uShaka Dangerous Creatures and Chimp & Zee. uShaka Sea World is the fifth largest aquarium in the world. uShaka Wet 'n Wild water park has the highest slide in Africa.

Reviewed By AbelThompson - Paarl, South Africa

i loved to watch the Seal and the dolphin shows at shaka marine, i also enjoyed the park walk, i loved the food and the sea creatures in the old Marine etc

2. Crocodile Creek

77 Greylands Road 809 Greylamds, Tongaat 4399 South Africa +27 32 940 4444 [email protected] http://www.places.co.za/html/crocodilecreek.html
Excellent
57%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 191 reviews

Crocodile Creek

Reviewed By ABCG90 - Woking, United Kingdom

My partner and I went for a few hours on a Monday afternoon and this place is great. At just R95 per adult it’s great value for money. Suitable for families with kids and couples, there are thousands of crocs as well as some snakes and smalller reptiles, with the opportunity to hold or touch some under supervision. The head tour guide, who has been there for over 35 years is fantastic, he shows such passion and has superb knowledge about the animals at Crocodile Creek and is very entertaining and welcoming also. There is a small shop for souvenirs and space to take a picnic and a small kids zone where you can play with sole bunny rabbits or guinea-pigs. Ideal for an afternoon treat, where we spent almost 3 hours walking round!

3. Dragon Rock Reptile Centre

R 600 Champagne Castle Road, Winterton 3340 South Africa +27 82 955 1404 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/dragonrockreptilecentre
Excellent
72%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 72 reviews

Dragon Rock Reptile Centre

Dragon Rock Reptile Centre is situated in the heart of the beautiful Drakensberg in Kwazulu Natal. We are a nature and reptile centre. We believe education is the most powerful weapon with which we can change the world around us. That is why we strive to educate people about the animals we have and animals in general. Combining the nature centre with our reptile centre we aim to send people home more aware of their environment.

Reviewed By RoTaFer123

Awesome experience with a truly knowledgeable guide. It's both entertaining and educational. We loved getting up close and personal with the animals and being a part of the experience in such a beautiful place. Highly recommended.

4. Pure Venom

Izotsha Road, Shelly Beach, Margate South Africa +27 39 685 0704 http://www.purevenom.com
Excellent
32%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
11%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 66 reviews

Pure Venom

Reviewed By Caelin_Shea

Thanks so much to JJ at Pure Venom who made our experience absolutely awesome! My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit and highly recommend this place to anyone ????

5. Crafty Duck Farm

F1 Chief Mhlabunzima Rd Near Beacon Hill Country Estate, Pietermaritzburg 3201 South Africa +27 72 456 9355 http://www.craftyduck.co.za
Excellent
17%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
33%
Poor
17%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 12 reviews

Crafty Duck Farm

6. Dolphin Coast Reptile Park and Educational Centre

Asgard Estate, Ballito South Africa +27 78 762 5946 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/Reptilepark/
Excellent
33%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
67%
Poor
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Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 3 reviews

Dolphin Coast Reptile Park and Educational Centre

Situated between ballito and tongaat lies an interesting reptile,animal and small bird park,run by an ex-field guide and ex-zoologist you will leave with a better understanding and appreciation of reptiles and other animals from around the world! From crocodiles and big cobras to pigs goats and chinchillas we have a wide variety of animals

7. Natal Zoological Gardens

Umlaas Road, Cato Ridge 3730 South Africa +27 31 785 4708 [email protected] http://www.natalzoo.co.za
Excellent
7%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
9%
Terrible
47%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 55 reviews

Natal Zoological Gardens

Reviewed By N1637OHroberty

Well worth a visit. A huge range of wild animals. Lions, tigers, the unique liger and many other. Rare birds as well. This has taken a huge effort and deserves support.

8. North coast venomous snake park

Asgaard estate, Ballito 4399 South Africa +27 84 370 6573

North coast venomous snake park is a place where you can view a large number of venomous snakes from black mambas to spitting Cobras, interact with some big snakes, feeding of reptiles and so much more, we have a quad bike track, jungle gym for the kids. And alot of other exiting animals at the park. You will feel right at home, @trip not to be missed.

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