Sightseeing Adventures
KZN's North Coast is beautiful and has an abundance of wildlife and history.
Christmas Bay is a closely guarded treasure of the North Coast.
The drive out to the area is exceptionally pretty as the road hugs the coastline for 10 kms and gives superb views over the Indian ocean.
This vacation home treats guests to grand views of this same stretch of beautiful coast line.
A firm favourite with families, locals and visitors, the Christmas Bay's known for being secluded and quiet, and its warm waters are enticing.
With white gold sand surrounded with rocks and beautiful ocean scenes, at low tide, it becomes riddled with snorkelling spots. The long open beaches are great for long morning strolls, especially if you head north, around the 'point' and continue on towards Tinley Manor. The Bay is also within walking distance of Ballito's lagoon.
There are no restaurants on the beach so plan ahead and pack snacks for when you get hungry.
17 locals recommend
Christmas Bay
99 Colwyn DrChristmas Bay is a closely guarded treasure of the North Coast.
The drive out to the area is exceptionally pretty as the road hugs the coastline for 10 kms and gives superb views over the Indian ocean.
This vacation home treats guests to grand views of this same stretch of beautiful coast line.
A firm favourite with families, locals and visitors, the Christmas Bay's known for being secluded and quiet, and its warm waters are enticing.
With white gold sand surrounded with rocks and beautiful ocean scenes, at low tide, it becomes riddled with snorkelling spots. The long open beaches are great for long morning strolls, especially if you head north, around the 'point' and continue on towards Tinley Manor. The Bay is also within walking distance of Ballito's lagoon.
There are no restaurants on the beach so plan ahead and pack snacks for when you get hungry.
Thompson's Bay beach is lovely and clean. It's sheltered from the wind by the cliffs on either side of the bay, and it's tidal pool is filled with marine life. Don't miss the awesome photo opportunities when walking through the "Hole in the Wall!"
55 locals recommend
Thompsons Beach
9 Rock LnThompson's Bay beach is lovely and clean. It's sheltered from the wind by the cliffs on either side of the bay, and it's tidal pool is filled with marine life. Don't miss the awesome photo opportunities when walking through the "Hole in the Wall!"
Harold Johnson Nature Reserve is spread across the banks of the Tugela River on KwaZulu-Natal's North coast. The nature reserve protects KwaZulu-Natal's indigenous floral habitat and wildlife.
There are walking trails, picnic sites, and a variety of bird life and wildlife. There are also a number of self-guided trails to explore, some of which are lined with medicinal plants traditionally used by the Zulu people and the early white settlers.
Fort Pearson and Ultimatum Tree are both national monuments and lie within the nature reserve. Their historical roots date back to the Anglo-Zulu wars.
There is a small entrance fee of R10 for adults and R5 for children (subject to change without notice.)
11 locals recommend
Harold Johnson Nature Reserve
Harold Johnson Nature Reserve is spread across the banks of the Tugela River on KwaZulu-Natal's North coast. The nature reserve protects KwaZulu-Natal's indigenous floral habitat and wildlife.
There are walking trails, picnic sites, and a variety of bird life and wildlife. There are also a number of self-guided trails to explore, some of which are lined with medicinal plants traditionally used by the Zulu people and the early white settlers.
Fort Pearson and Ultimatum Tree are both national monuments and lie within the nature reserve. Their historical roots date back to the Anglo-Zulu wars.
There is a small entrance fee of R10 for adults and R5 for children (subject to change without notice.)
Adventuring
Things to do on KZN's North Coast
The jewel of the Simbithi Country Club is undoubtedly the magnificent 18-hole golf course, designed by Peter Matkovich.
Thoughtfully-placed greens that hold a well-struck shot, pristine fairways and a layout that allows you to play every club in your bag. South Africa’s first executive course, Simbithi has a par of 60 comprising par-3s, par-4s and one par 5.
Each hole is intriguingly named after the area it occupied when Simbithi was once farmland.
37 locals recommend
Simbithi Country Club
Club CrescentThe jewel of the Simbithi Country Club is undoubtedly the magnificent 18-hole golf course, designed by Peter Matkovich.
Thoughtfully-placed greens that hold a well-struck shot, pristine fairways and a layout that allows you to play every club in your bag. South Africa’s first executive course, Simbithi has a par of 60 comprising par-3s, par-4s and one par 5.
Each hole is intriguingly named after the area it occupied when Simbithi was once farmland.
Ballito Microlights allows you to take to the skies and experience the exhilaration of open cockpit flying over the scenic coastline of Ballito, with possible sightings of whales, sharks, dolphins, manta rays and schools of fish.
21 locals recommend
Ballito Microlights
4420 Colisheen EstateBallito Microlights allows you to take to the skies and experience the exhilaration of open cockpit flying over the scenic coastline of Ballito, with possible sightings of whales, sharks, dolphins, manta rays and schools of fish.
Shopping
Shopping mall in Ballito.
Address: Cnr 398/445 Main Road Main Road, Dolphin Coast
Trading Hours:
Monday 9am–5pm
Tuesday 9am–5pm
Wednesday 9am–5pm
Thursday 9am–5pm
Friday 9am–5pm
Saturday 9am–5pm
Sunday 9am–5pm
224 locals recommend
Ballito Lifestyle Centre
Shopping mall in Ballito.
Address: Cnr 398/445 Main Road Main Road, Dolphin Coast
Trading Hours:
Monday 9am–5pm
Tuesday 9am–5pm
Wednesday 9am–5pm
Thursday 9am–5pm
Friday 9am–5pm
Saturday 9am–5pm
Sunday 9am–5pm
3-story retail complex with brand-name shops, a movie theater & a food hall with eclectic offerings.
Address: Shop 242a and Shop 628d, Leonora Dr, Ballito, Dolphin Coast, 4399
Trading Hours:
Friday 9am–7pm
Saturday 9am–7pm
Sunday 9am–5pm
Monday 9am–7pm
Tuesday 9am–7pm
Wednesday 9am–7pm
Thursday 9am–7pm
209 locals recommend
Nu Metro Ballito Junction
Ballito Drive3-story retail complex with brand-name shops, a movie theater & a food hall with eclectic offerings.
Address: Shop 242a and Shop 628d, Leonora Dr, Ballito, Dolphin Coast, 4399
Trading Hours:
Friday 9am–7pm
Saturday 9am–7pm
Sunday 9am–5pm
Monday 9am–7pm
Tuesday 9am–7pm
Wednesday 9am–7pm
Thursday 9am–7pm
Shopping mall in Ballito
Address: Stewart Dr, Ballito, Ethekwini, 4420
Trading Hours:
Monday. 9am–4:30pm
Tuesday 9am–4:30pm
Wednesday 9am–4:30pm
Thursday 9am–4:30pm
Friday 9am–4:30pm
Saturday 8am–1pm
Sunday Closed
Quarter Boutique Shopping Centre
Stewart DriveShopping mall in Ballito
Address: Stewart Dr, Ballito, Ethekwini, 4420
Trading Hours:
Monday. 9am–4:30pm
Tuesday 9am–4:30pm
Wednesday 9am–4:30pm
Thursday 9am–4:30pm
Friday 9am–4:30pm
Saturday 8am–1pm
Sunday Closed
Traveler advice
Getting around
Travel within the area
Vehicle access is a must when travelling within the area.
What to pack
Vacation Packing
While beach towels and other basic necessities are provided, the property is fully self-catering so please bring necessities such as Toiletries, Groceries etc.