Richards Bay opens a window onto the cultural and natural heritage of the KwaZuluNatal province. Not far from the city are game reserves such as Hluhluwe and Thula Thula, where you can embark on a safari in an open-air vehicle in search of Africa’s Big Five: lions, elephants, Cape buffalo, leopards and rhinoceros. A UNESCO World Heritage site, iSimangaliso Wetland Park encompasses vast savannas and lake systems home to hippos, zebras, giraffes and more than 500 species of birds, as well as a sheltered beach on the coast of Cape Vidal that is ideal for swimming and snorkeling. You can also enjoy a day on the sand right in Richards Bay on the golden shores of Alkantstrand Beach, which earned a Blue Flag accreditation. To discover the heritage of South Africa’s largest ethnic group, visit DumaZulu Cultural Village, a living museum showcasing the traditional Zulu way of life through music, dance, handcrafts and weaponry.
