Travel Bug Tours & Safaris

16/08/2026

PASSPORT TO JAPAN 🇯🇵 ✨

No long-haul flight required.

Join Daruma Umhlanga & Travel Bug Tours & Safaris for an immersive Social Safari evening celebrating the food, culture, traditions and flavours of Japan.

- Japanese-inspired cuisine
- Travel stories and fascinating insights
- Games, conversation and a few surprises along the way.

Tuesday, 15 September 2026
18:00–20:30
Daruma, Umhlanga

Whether you're a foodie, travel enthusiast or simply curious about Japan, this promises to be a unique and memorable evening.

Limited spaces available. Book now.

https://www.quicket.co.za/events/392232-passport-to-japan-a-curated-japanese-food-wine-pairing-experience/

Durban Tourism EThekwini Municipality Umhlanga Tourism uMhlanga Urban Improvement Precinct (UIP) Embassy of Japan in South Africa

04/08/2026

Looking for a refreshing way to meet new people?

Leave the dating apps behind and join The Connection Walk—a professionally curated social experience for young professionals aged 25–39.

Enjoy a relaxed morning walk through the beautiful Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve, where meaningful conversations happen naturally. Along the way, you'll meet a series of like-minded people through thoughtfully designed conversation prompts, making it easy to move beyond small talk and create genuine connections.

Whether you're looking for friendship, companionship or simply a new social experience, this is your chance to step outside your comfort zone and meet incredible people in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Saturday, 22 August 2026
08:30 Arrival | Walk: 09:00–11:30
Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve
R280 per person
Complimentary coffee included

Part of the Travel Bug Tours & Safaris Social Safari Series.

Spaces are limited to maintain an exclusive, curated experience.

Book your Connection Pass today.

https://www.quicket.co.za/events/384992-the-connection-walk/

03/08/2026

Looking for a refreshing way to meet new people?

Leave the dating apps behind and join The Connection Walk—a professionally curated social experience for young professionals aged 25–39.

Enjoy a relaxed morning walk through the beautiful Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve, where meaningful conversations happen naturally. Along the way, you'll meet a series of like-minded people through thoughtfully designed conversation prompts, making it easy to move beyond small talk and create genuine connections.

Whether you're looking for friendship, companionship or simply a new social experience, this is your chance to step outside your comfort zone and meet incredible people in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

🗓 Saturday, 22 August 2026
🕐 08:30 Arrival | Walk: 09:00–11:30
📍 Kenneth Stainbank Nature Reserve
💰 R280 per person
☕️ Complimentary coffee included

Part of the Travel Bug Tours & Safaris Social Safari Series.

Spaces are limited to maintain an exclusive, curated experience.

Book your Connection Pass today.

The Connection Walk is an exclusive, professionally curated singles social experience designed for young professionals aged 25–39 who are looking to meet new people through genuine conversation and shared experiences. Instead of awkward introductions or sitting across a table from strangers, you'l...

07/07/2026

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ADVENTURE FOR KIDS!

Travel Bug Explorers Academy presents...

MISSION: BOTANIC
Explore. Solve. Connect. Protect.

Looking for an unforgettable school holiday experience that gets your child off screens and into nature?

Join us for an exciting Amazing Race-style outdoor adventure at the beautiful Durban Botanic Gardens, where young explorers will work in teams, solve clues, complete creative challenges, discover fascinating plants and wildlife, and make new friends along the way.

🌿 Junior Explorers
Ages: 8–12 years
📅 Thursday, 16 July 2026
🕙 10:00 – 12:30
📍 Durban Botanic Gardens
💰 R290 per child

Every Explorer Receives:

🧩 Amazing Race-style challenges
🌿 Nature discovery missions
📸 Creative photo challenges
🤝 Teamwork & new friendships
🏆 Explorer XP & achievement recognition
☕ Complimentary hot chocolate or cappuccino
🧺 Bring & Share picnic afterwards
✅ Safe, professionally hosted
✅ Maximum 30 participants for a personalised experience
✅ Educational without feeling like school
✅ Builds confidence, creativity and communication

Limited spaces available – booking is essential!

📲 WhatsApp: +27 81 507 9967
📧 [email protected]

Adventure starts here... One mission at a time.

Travel Bug Explorers Academy
Real Adventures. Real Growth. 🌿

19/06/2026

A Proud Moment for Travel Bug Tours & Safaris 🏆

We are deeply honoured to announce that Travel Bug Tours & Safaris has been awarded Tour Operator of the Year 2026, and 1st Runner-Up for Tour Guide of the Year 2026 at the Durban Tourism Business Awards.

This recognition is incredibly meaningful to us as it reflects the passion, commitment, and heart we put into showcasing Durban and KwaZulu-Natal through authentic, experience-led tourism.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Durban Tourism and the EThekwini Municipality for hosting and supporting this platform that celebrates local tourism excellence and the people behind it.

Most importantly, thank you to our clients, partners, communities, and supporters, this achievement belongs to all of you who continue to believe in what we are building.

Here’s to growing Durban tourism, telling better stories, and creating even more meaningful experiences ahead. 🌍✨

19/06/2026

Hi everyone ☺️

Travel Bug Tours & Safaris has been shortlisted for the KZN Top Business Awards 2026 in the Transport & Logistics category.

I'd really appreciate your support with a quick vote. It's completely free and takes less than 20 seconds.

🗳️ Vote here: https://www.kzntopbusiness.com/kzntopbrand

Thank you for supporting local tourism and small business! 🙏

KZN Top Brand | KZN Top Business

21/03/2026

We’re incredibly proud to see our Tour Manager, Sanele Mvuyane, representing Travel Bug Tours & Safaris on an international platform at Meetings Africa in February.

In this clip, Sanele shares his thoughts on youth opportunities in the tourism sector.

Moments like these reflect our growth, our vision, and our commitment as young people to showcasing Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, and beyond to the world. 🌍✨

19/03/2026

We’re incredibly proud to see our very own Sanele Mvuyane featured by the National Department of Tourism 👏🌍

In this video, Sanele shares his journey with the and how it has helped grow Travel Bug Tours & Safaris right here in Durban.

It’s a powerful reminder of how the right support can open doors and elevate local tourism businesses to new heights.

🎥 Watch his story and be inspired:
https://tinyurl.com/mvhaptcc

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