Umhlanga travel guide
Umhlanga Tourism | Umhlanga Guide
You're Going to Love Umhlanga
Umhlanga is a must-see destination in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Umhlanga has to offer.
When to visit Umhlanga
How to Get to Umhlanga
Plane
When flying to Umhlanga, you’ll arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Umhlanga from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 17h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Umhlanga is to pick up a car hire from Durban, which is about 9 miles from Umhlanga. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Woodford, among others, in Durban.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Umhlanga, including Intercity Xpress, Citiliner and APM. From Pietermaritzburg, the bus ride to Umhlanga takes 45 miles and will cost you around £26. From Johannesburg, the ticket costs about £24 for a journey of 405 miles.
Airlines serving Umhlanga
Where to stay in Umhlanga
From 5-star hotels such as the The Oyster Box to great affordable options like the Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga, Umhlanga offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £71 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £141 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Umhlanga
Most booked hotels in Umhlanga
Hiring a car in Umhlanga
Expect to pay £1.05 per litre in Umhlanga (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £12.49 and £16.65. Mini (Suzuki Celerio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Umhlanga, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.