FAST FINDER 2021

Just 15km inland from Ballito, Adventure Valley offers a 1.5km Zipline Tour with the first-in-the-world “Parazip”. The “Parazip” enables you to ‘fly’ down 400m cable with a parachute sailing behind you. Adventure Valley also offers a 70 meter waterslide for the kids. Day visitors can bring a picnic and swim. Booking is essential. Contact: 032 9428014 | 082 414 2448 | clubventure@mweb.co.za | www.adventurevalley.co.za

Chief Albert Luthuli became the first African to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his non-violent stance in the fight for liberation. His former home in Groutville has been turned into a museum commemorating both the icon, and the struggle against apartheid. The museum is open Monday to Saturday from 8.30am – 4pm and on Sundays and public holidays from 11am-3pm. Entrance is free. Contact: 032 559 6822 | www.luthulimuseum.org.za

Monkeyland KZN is a free roaming primate sanctuary, the sister sanctuary to Monkeyland Plettenberg Bay. Enjoy a monkey safari and see multiple species of exotic monkeys – for example the black howler monkey, the loudest land animal in the world. Their “roar” can be heard up to 7km away! Contact: Paula Hallam at 032 004 0178 | 066 479 6138 | info@monkeylandkzn.co.za | www.monkeyland.co.za

Experience the magic of the underwater kingdom on a snorkeling safari.
Educational trips and group activities are available and include rocky shore guide day and night walks, learn to surf, canoeing and horseriding. Contact: Michy at 079 307 0608 | snorkel@tidaltao.com | www.tidaltao.com

Fly above dolphins and whales like a seagull along the coastline. The microlight airfield is just outside Ballito, off the R102 after the Sugar Rush turnoff. Booking is essential. Contact: 082 659 5550 | ballitomicrolights@gmail.com | www.microlights.co.za

Enjoy activities for the whole family, with a restaurant and wine tasting at the Seventeen87 Wine Cellar on site. There is plenty to fill a day with, including: play area, pump track, putt putt, train rides, cycling trails, Ndlondlo Reptile Park, Thumpers Petting Zoo, Jump Park, Laser Tag and more! Find Sugar Rush just outside Ballito, off the R102. Contact: 060 997 9996 | info@sugarrush.co.za | www.sugarrush.co.za

A day at a game reserve is not out of your reach with the Rain Farm lodge just 15 minutes outside Ballito. Activities include game drives, walking and cycling trails, picnics, accommodation, a restaurant, swimming pool, spa, putt putt, cycling trails, kids area, kids parties, conferencing, weddings and private functions. Contact: Natasha Montgomery at 032 815 1050 | info@rainfarm.co.za | www.rainfarm.co.za

Flag Farm is home to over 1000 animals, birds, reptiles and even wolves.
With everything from tortoises to cows and wolves, this farm is a wonderful place for both children and adults and 80% of the animals are rescued. Contact: Gen at 032 9472018/20/ | fosgreen@mweb.co.za | www.flaganimalfarm.co.za

Few things can instil a sense of tranquillity like a relaxing horseback ride. Booking is essential. Contact: 083 301 5532 | redwoodbookings@gmail.com | www.redwoodsridingballito.wordpress.com

Sometimes we all feel the need for speed. Race to your heart’s content at Ace Karting in the Ballito Junction. Contact: 082 867 9955 | jagger14.gg@gmail.com | www.acekarting.co.za

Enjoy the thrill of the 22 Jump Street indoor entertainment centre at Ballito Junction. From bumper cars and arcade games, to open jumping, dodge ball, basketball and sponge pits, there is plenty on the go to keep both you and your children entertained.Contact: 032 586 1772 | info@22jumpstreet.co.za | www.22jumpstreet.co.za

Action packed water adventures at Ballito Ski Park with skiing, an inflatable fat boy (slide), jet ski rides, tube rides, airsoft bush warfare, paintball and more. Booking is essential. Contact: 082 337 6044/083 233 5165 | info@cableski.co.za | www.cableski.co.za.