Port Natal Maritime Museum is close to The Riverside Hotel
Backed by a panoramic view of Durban Harbour, the Port Natal Maritime Museum offers an insight into the influence of maritime culture on local life while also reflecting on the rigours and romance of lives lived at sea.
Amazing voyages, dramatic tales and old yet inspiring collections form the basis of an unforgettable experience, with attractions including the multi-ton floating vessels.
These exhibits are the steam tug JR More as well as the minesweeper SAS Durban and together with other exhibits like the Ulundi and NCS Challenger offer families and tour groups hours of exploration, fun and education.
The NCS Challenger is a small 5.8m yacht that was skippered by Anthony Steward in his journey around the world. He started in 1991, travelled 22890 nautical miles, and became the first person to sail around the world in an open boat.
Towering above NCS Challenger is the Ulundi, a coal fired, steam powered tug. It is the oldest surviving pilot tug in South Africa and began her working life in 1927 in Algoa Bay. In 1935 the Ulundi was bought by the South African Railway Administration and placed in service in Durban Harbour. Initially employed as a pilot tug and tow boat, she was later used mainly to transport labourers to various work sites around the harbour. She was retired in 1982 and was moved to her present location on the cradle at the Maritime Museum by floating crane.
The Riverside Hotel Complex
Set just 20 minutes’ drive from King Shaka International Airport and 5 minutes’ drive from the city centre of Durban, The Riverside Hotel reflects a resort life in the city.The Riverside Hotel offers 168 superbly appointed bedrooms as well as an onsite restaurant and state of the art conference facility. The Riverside Grill offers a mouth-watering menu and furnishings that have been designed to offer our guests a luxurious and relaxed environment. We have paired luxury dining with poolside relaxation, breath-taking scenery & open-planned settings. We invite you to experience the perfect day with friends, family or business partners.
SERVICE
The Riverside Hotel is a full-service hotel. Facilities available include, but are not limited to, 24 hour reception, conference facilities, room service, laundry, mini gym, The Riverside Grill restaurant, shuttle and much more. Discover it for yourself today and drive on down to the Riverside Hotel
ATTRACTIONS
At The Riverside Hotel, the possibilities are endless: Visit uShaka Marine World, the enormous Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Umgeni Bird Park, play a round of golf at the Windsor Golf Course, or catch a game at the Moses Mabhida Stadium. Whatever you’re into, you’ll find it situated within a few minutes drive.