Absolutely. One of Daytrip's defining features is the ability to add sightseeing stops along your route, turning a straightforward transfer into a curated journey. Whether you want to pause at a viewpoint, visit a nearby attraction, or simply break up a longer drive, your driver can incorporate stops that suit your interests and timeline — all agreed before departure, with no surprises.
Travel time depends on your departure point — from Durban, the journey covers roughly 80 km (50 miles) and typically takes around 1 to 1.5 hours each way. The city rewards a full day: the botanical garden, historic city centre, and Butterflies for Africa each deserve unhurried time. Your driver can help pace the visit so you see what matters most without feeling rushed.
Yes — Butterflies for Africa is a genuine highlight for younger travellers, combining wildlife, open spaces, and hands-on discovery in a way that holds attention well beyond a quick look around. The botanical garden offers room to roam, and the city's walkable Victorian lanes make for easy exploration without the logistical strain of managing public transport with kids in tow.
The red-brick City Hall is one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere and an unmissable centrepiece of the Victorian streetscape. The KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden rewards slow exploration — particularly the dramatic avenue of London Plane Trees, a favourite among photographers. For something more intimate, Butterflies for Africa offers close encounters with butterflies, birds, and monkeys in a surprisingly immersive setting.
Your Daytrip driver isn't just a chauffeur — they're a local guide who knows where to stop, what to see, and how to make the most of your time in the city. Rather than navigating unfamiliar roads and hunting for parking near the Victorian city centre, you arrive relaxed and ready to explore. The private, door-to-door service means the itinerary bends to you, not the other way around.
The city's history is layered across its streets rather than concentrated in one museum, so having a knowledgeable local driver makes a real difference. The pedestrian lanes of the city centre reveal colonial-era architecture at every turn, with the City Hall as the anchor. Founded by Voortrekkers in 1837 and shaped by British imperial influence, Pietermaritzburg carries one of South Africa's most distinctive historical identities — and a private transfer gives you the flexibility to linger where the story is richest.
Daytrip is a private car service platform that connects you with local drivers who will transport you door-to-door. We also give you the opportunity to explore sights/attractions along the way. We drive, you discover.
Daytrip offers private door-to-door transfers with optional sightseeing stops, hourly driver hire, and curated day trips — all with local English-speaking drivers and operating across 130+ countries.
For private trips, you can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before departure.
Yes! Book a private, door-to-door airport transfer with a local English-speaking driver. Enjoy fixed and transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and the option to pay in advance without the hassle of exchanging cash at a foreign airport.
You will receive the vehicle that best fits the number of travelers in your group, ranging from a sedan to a van for groups of up to 7. Depending where you travel, you can book anything from a sedan comparable to a Toyota Corolla to a Mercedes V-Class to a Classic Cuban Car. While the exact model may vary, we always ensure that the vehicle provided meets your needs in terms of safety, reliability, and comfort. You may be upgraded to a larger vehicle class free of charge depending on availability. Since our largest vehicle seats 7, for groups larger a combination of vehicles will be used. We will send you the exact vehicle details a few days before your trip.
Everywhere except the USA, drivers will supply appropriate child seats (just let us know during booking). In the USA, certain states require you to supply your own child seats.
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