Natal Sharks

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Live the life of a Natal Shark on this spectacular rugby tour of Durban, South Africa.

The Sharks Academy training facilities lie within the shadow of the ABSA Stadium, and it is here that you will train and play, coached in several masterclass sessions by the Sharks professional training staff.

On top of world class training, groups also get the opportunity to experience a behind the scenes tour of the ABSA stadium, watch the first and youth teams play and take in the sights and sounds of the stunning local environment and wildlife at the Aquila Game Reserve, St Lucia wetlands and beyond.

 

The Natal Sharks are a South African rugby union team that participate in the annual Currie Cup tournament. They play out of Durban at Kings Park Stadium, currently known for sponsorship reasons as the ABSA Stadium.

They draw most of their players from the KwaZulu-Natal Province. The Sharks are the current incarnation of the Natal rugby Union, founded in 1890. The team were known simply as ‘the Banana Boys’ until the mid-1990s.

The Sharks of the Super 14 competition are basically the same team who currently also play in Durban and draw their players from the Natal area. For most of Super Rugby history, the Sharks Super Rugby franchise drew players from a larger area than did the Natal Sharks, with the rugby unions of Border, based in East London and Eastern Province from Port Elizabeth included in the Sharks franchise.

Full Name: Natal Sharks
Founded: 1890
Coach: John Plumtree
League: Currie Cup
Stadium: ABSA Stadium (Kings Park)
Stadium Capacity: 52,000
League: Currie Cup
Shirt Sponsor: Mr Price
Sports brand sponsor: Canterbury
Website: http://www.sharksrugby.co.za/

 
 

We work in partnership with our partner clubs, tournament organisers and multi-sport venues to offer a range of quality accommodation options sutable for groups of young sports people. Our accommodation is renowned for being in great locations, either in close proximity to the training grounds or at a resort style complex with many sport or leisure options for the group.

We believe our chosen accommodation options are of a significantly higher standard than the industry norm, and unless specifically requested your group will be placed in high quality 3 or 4* accommodation.

Umhlanga Protea Hotel
Situated conveniently in the heart of Umhlanga Rocks near Durban and mere minutes from the beach, the Umhlanga Protea Hotel is also within walking distance of many restaurants and shopping centres. The Umhlanga Protea Hotel has 120 rooms all sea facing well equipped rooms, elegantly and stylishly furnished. All rooms are open plan and have kitchenettes.

A variety of restaurants in the area have a range of menus to suit all tastes.

The Sharks Academy training facilities lie within the shadow of the ABSA Stadium.

A typical rugby tour package includes:

  • Pre-departure information service
  • Return flight: London-Durban (via Jo’Burg)- Cape Town- London
  • All transfers in a 58 seater Super Luxury coach
  • 1 night’s accommodation at Imvubu Lodge, Richards Bay
  • 4 night’s accommodation at Blue Waters Hotel (200m from North Beach)
  • 3 night’s accommodation, Best Western Cape Suites Hotel
  • Full board including breakfast, lunch and dinners throughout stay
  • 2 x2 hours Masterclass coaching clinics  from Natal Sharks coaching staff
  • Minimum of 2 pre-arranged matches with after match functions
  • Watch Natal Sharks match (if fixtures coincide with duration of tour)
  • Tour of ABSA Stadium
  • Use of gym facilities at the Sharks Academy
  • Watch Natal Sharks first team and youth team training sessions
  • Boat cruise of St Lucia wetlands
  • Full morning at U-Shaka marine world
  • Cultural Show at Shakaland
  • Excursion to Robben Island
  • Aquila Game Reserve
  • Peninsula Tour – Table Top Mountain excursion including Cape Castle via Penguin colony
  • Medals and Certificates
  • Services of a resident inspiresport tour coordinator throughout stay
  • Supervisory FREE places for the Sports Trip Organisers
  • Coach education opportunities for Sports Trip Organisers with Natal Sharks coaches
  • Printed itineraries and information guide

Optional Extras

  • Additional room charges
  • Tickets to matches
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal items, e.g. laundry, telephone calls, gifts, etc
  • Optional excursions
 
 

Durban is the third most populous city in South Africa, forming part of the eThekwini metropolitan municipality. It is the largest city in KwaZulu-Natal and is famous as the busiest port in Africa. It is also a major centre of tourism due to the city’s warm subtropical climate and beaches.

Useful information:

Closest airport: Durban International Airport

 

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