Bumper Easter weekend expected for Durban this year

DOUBLE visitor numbers are anticipated for the Easter Weekend this year compared to 2021.

According to projections, over 86 000 holidaymakers are expected to flock to Durban during the Easter period from April 14-18. Projections indicate that anticipated visitor spend will be around R160 million and contribute about R400m to the province’s gross domestic product while creating about 800 employment opportunities.

In 2021, 46 000 visitors explored the city during Easter.

The city is implementing measures to ensure visitors have a memorable stay, such as entertainment in key attraction nodes such as beaches, township and urban eateries to mention a few. Safety measures will also be in place.

Some of the exciting activities on offer over the Easter period include the Aliwal Shoal Reef which is just off the coast of Umkomaas which boasts beautiful corals, reef fish, turtles, and offers shark cage diving and scuba diving. They also have accommodation available.

Local tour guides are available to take visitors on a tour of Inanda, Ntuzuma or KwaMashu. Here they can take a helicopter ride to see the magnificent Inanda Dam against the backdrop of the Matata mountains. Or they can fall in love with nature with the Durban Green Corridors hiking trails.

Florida Road offers a vibrant and joyful nightlife experience. The city also boasts several prestigious hotels such as the Beverly Hills Hotel. For a bit of pampering visit the Mangwanani African Spa. For bird enthusiasts, you can take a trip to the Amanzimtoti Bird Park which has 150 species of birds in the indigenous forest. Relax with a coffee at Bike and Bean or watch the Dolphins or the AmaZulu football club in action.

Head off to the Bat Centre to experience all the city has to offer in music, art, and crafts.

For more information www.visitdurban. travel or follow Durban Tourism across all social media platforms @DBNTourism.