Your North Coast holiday guide

Embrace the festive spirit on the North Coast with a range of exciting activities beyond the region’s fabulous beaches.

Here are our top picks for your holiday adventures.

The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary
The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary rehabilitates captive-raised lemurs and exotic monkeys such as capuchin, howler and spider monkeys.
Through its fun and informative walking tours in the 23-hectare indigenous forest, the sanctuary educates and fosters greater understanding of and empathy for primates and the challenges they and all animals face, both in captivity and in the wild.
The sanctuary is open from 8.30am to 4.00pm every day, including weekends and public holidays.
Located on Salt Rock Road, off the Glendale Road, 20km from Ballito.
Contact: 032 004 0178/ hiddenforest.co.za

Tidal Tao Snorkelling Safaris
Dive into the vibrant underwater world with Tidal Tao snorkelling safaris.
Explore the coastline’s beauty and witness diverse marine life.
They also offer an unforgettable night snorkelling experience, which is a bucket list item.
Contact: 079 307 0608/ tidaltao.co.za/ snorkel@tidaltao.com.

Club Venture Zipline
Experience a thrilling zip line tour at Club Venture, just 15km inland from Ballito.
Suitable for ages five to 75, this adventure includes sliding along steel zipline cables, a nature walk to the top of the cliff, and an exhilarating parazip experience.
Open six days a week, Sundays to Fridays from 8am to 5pm (closing on Fridays at 3pm).
Contact: 082 414 2448/ 032 942 8014.

Flag Farm
Come prepared to stay all day at the fantastical Flag Farm.
This loving forever home to over 1000 rescued animals, birds and reptiles is a children’s paradise.
Feed the goats, cows and horses and enjoy daily shows – milking of the cow, reptile show and handling and wolf talk.
Hosting over 15 playgrounds, tractor, pony and horse rides, Splash Water Park, a bike track, pirate ship and indoor play.
Visit Flag Farm on Sheffield Beach Road.
Contact: www.flaganimalfarm.co.za/ 032 947 2018/20

Live life creatively
Art lovers take note: Ballito is a hub of creativity.
Visit The Gallery at The Studios in the Lifestyle Centre to witness an ever-changing display of the best talent KZN has to offer.
Pottery is the latest craze in accessible arts for everyone, from beginners to the pros.
Also at Lifestyle Centre, the alfresco-style café and pottery store, The Pottery, is the perfect place to connect with friends while getting those creative juices flowing.
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Fly like a bird
Microlights flying over Ballito have become a familiar sight and are one of the favorite activities for holidaymakers.
This introductory microlight flight is maybe one of the most exhilarating experiences you will ever have. Spot marine life such as dolphins and whales while taking in
the breathtaking scenery.
Contact: 082 659 5550

Redwoods Riding Centre
Just fifteen minutes from Ballito, Redwoods is a friendly, intimate stable yard and riding centre that is ideal for those who love to get out into nature.
Contact: 083 301 5532 / redwoodsbookings@gmail.com.

Pack your binoculars
If the African bush is calling your name, we have some great options.
For the closest safari, visit Rain Farm and Lodge just outside Ballito where game drives, spa treatments, adventure activities and romantic picnics await.
Just 40km north is the Harold Johnston nature reserve on the banks of the Tugela, boasting a variety of butterflies and birdlife along with zebra and antelope. The reserve houses the Ultimatum Tree, Fort Pearson and a small museum that documents the life of King Shaka.
Contact Rain Farm: 032 815 1050.
Contact Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife: 033 845 1999.

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