Durban was an unexpected stop due to bad weather. The cruise terminal was named after Nelson Mandela.

uShaka marine world was 30min walking distance from the ship. Not having other plans we went to have a look.

Not having any expectations we went to the aquarium first. The entrance through a realistic 1920s steam ship added to the theme nicely.

The ramp down into the aquarium was easy to use and gave a 360 degree view of the whale skeleton hanging from the roof.

It was only 117 Rand ($11 NZD) for entry p.p so i didn’t think it would be that good. it was amazing we were there for over 2 hours and didn’t see it all. i was impressed with how clean the water is and how healthy the animals looked.

got a great shark photo too.

there were many sea creatures i haven’t seen alive before including a Peacock mantis shrimp one of my favourites. there are about 300 species in the aquarium so i can’t write about all of them but here are some of the better photos.

The Shipwreck aquarium is the seventh largest in the world and certainly looks it. overall a nice day in Durban with clear skys and 28c. not bad for an unscheduled stop.