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Contents At your service

Visit Umhlanga
Tourism and
Welcome to Umhlanga! 4
Nonhlanhla will
Sunshine, Beaches & Ocean 6 provide you with
the info you need
Umhlanga’s Rich Heritage 8 to ensure your visit
is memorable.
Enjoy the Beauty of Nature 10
Non Stop Adventure 13
Going Out, Having Fun 15
Useful Information 18

Acknowledgements
Published by Artworks Communications Tel: 031 303 6466 Contact
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can be accepted by the publishers for any error or omissions that may occur. Tel: 031 561 4257 • Fax 031 561 6943
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Umhlanga Beach Festival Action at the Wave House, Gateway

Fun for all ages at Umhlanga main beach A local crafter hard at work

Evening cocktails
Welcome to
Umhlanga!
A message from the Chairman of
Umhlanga Tourism, Peter Rose

H
ello and welcome to the sixth edition of the
Umhlanga & Surrounds Visitors’ Guide.
I hope you enjoy all Umhlanga has to offer
and leave richer for your visit.
‘Umhlanga’ means ‘Place of Reeds’ in the Zulu
language, so ‘Umhlanga Rocks’ roughly translates to
‘Place of reeds and rocks’. A visit to the Umhlanga beach
or our Lagoon Nature Reserve will show you why this name is appropriate.
Umhlanga is the most popular beach resort holiday destination on the east coast of South Africa, located just 16km
north of the busy port city of Durban. In recent years Umhlanga has grown from a sleepy little village into the most sought
after holiday destination anywhere in southern Africa.
We also have the new King Shaka International Airport on our doorstep, just slightly inland from the small coastal
hamlet of La Mercy and approximately 12km along the N2 to Umhlanga. This new airport can handle the largest aircraft in
existence today, and has a passenger capacity of 7.5 million per annum that can be expanded to over 35 million in coming
years. So domestic and international tourism into this region is guaranteed for the foreseeable future.
And it’s no surprise why people flock here in such large numbers. Long stretches of idyllic beaches lined with palm trees
and barrelling waves coming off the warm Indian ocean, all combined with a rich cultural history of east meets west meets
Africa. Mix all of this with excellent restaurants, well priced and varied accommodation, top class conference facilities and
world-class shopping, and there is something for everyone in Umhlanga. In fact, there is so much to do that you’re bound
to return at the first opportunity!
Enjoy your stay, and I hope we see you again very soon!

Hamba kahle (Go well),

Peter Rose,
Chairman, Umhlanga Tourism
 Umhlanga’s main beach on a sunny weekend

Sunshine, Beaches & Ocean

U
mhlanga Rocks is perched on the edge of the Indian
Ocean, and its beaches offer excellent swimming
and surfing within walking distance of the Umhlanga
village centre.
There are close to 300 days of sunshine a year, and the
water is warm enough to swim throughout summer and winter.
Umhlanga’s beaches are protected by shark nets and well-
trained professional lifeguards are stationed at the swimming
beaches along the Umhlanga coastline. The 2.7km O’Connor
Promenade was recently upgraded, and runs from Durban View
Park to Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. The promenade is a
favourite for walkers and runners, and is dotted with restaurants,
takeaways, ablution facilities and ice cream sellers. The boat
launch site at Granny’s Pool allows visitors to get out onto the

A quiet stroll along the O’Connor Promenade, which runs the length of the
Umhlanga coastline

water to fish or dolphin/whale watch.

To the north, Umdloti is set against green hills and lush
vegetation. It has some of the best beaches in the area, with a
rock enclosed tidal pool and a wide lagoon. There is excellent
fishing off the rocks and safe swimming. Further along the coast
are Westbrook and Tongaat. These beaches are quiet and offer
great swimming and surfing, as well as a launching area for
boats.

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Bottlenose dolphins can be spotted all year round

Dolphin and whale watching

The waters off Umhlanga are rich with sea life, particularly whales
and dolphins. Pods of bottlenose dolphins can be seen breaching
the water just beyond the breakers and surfing in the waves
year-round, and from July to November each year, humpbacked
whales and southern right whales can be seen all along the coast.
Ocean Ventures launches a number of boat trips every day (weather
dependant) from Granny’s Pool, at Umhlanga’s main beach. After
a short safety briefing, climb aboard their specially-designed Rigid
Inflatable Boat (we recommend you wear a swimming costume, as
you’re likely to get wet) and get comfortable, and hang on for a fast
launch through the surf. The skipper is an expert in seeking out
whales, dolphins, turtles and sea birds, all the while providing
Fishing off Umhlanga has its rewards
informative commentary.
Tel: 086 100 1138 • info@oceanventures.co.za/
Snorkelling and Diving www.oceanventures.co.za

There are a few good dive spots right off Umhlanga. The T-Barge,
Lighthouse Reef, the Trawler of Fontao and Dolphin Reef are
excellent dive spots, attracting everything from moray eels to
tropical fish. The best diving conditions are to be found in the
winter months.
One of the best snorkelling spots in the area is at the
northern end of Umdloti’s Beach Road. A line of rocks encloses
an enormous tidal pool, home to large cowries, crayfish and a
variety of tropical fish.

Learn all about sharks

The KZN Sharks Board (KZNSB) in Umhlanga has a display
hall with life-size replicas of sharks, fish and rays, and offers
a 25-minute presentation on the work the KZNSB does and
the importance of sharks in the marine ecosystem. You can
also experience a 20-minute shark dissection, where you can
learn about – and smell – the internal machinery of the ocean’s
fiercest predator. The KZNSB services shark nets, which provide
protection against shark attacks at 38 localities.
The presentation and shark dissection is offered at 9am and
2pm Tuesdays to Thursdays and at 2pm on Sundays. R25/adult,
R12/children (4-12) and senior citizens.

Tel: 031 566 0400 • www.shark.co.za • 1a Herrwood Drive,

Umhlanga

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 Above: Mahatma Gandhi’s (inset) home is now a
museum dedicated to his life and legacy

Umhlanga’s rich heritage

G
arsons Expeditions offers a comprehensive
daylong tour of the Inanda Heritage Route and
other interesting sites in the Umhlanga area.
Greg Garson has a deep passion for local history,
and while he takes you on the route he will give you an
oral account of the last 400 years of South Africa’s history,
providing context for the struggles and achievements of the
local luminaries. By the end of the tour, you will know more
about South Africa’s history than most South Africans.
The first stop is King Shaka Museum at KwaDukuza (Stanger).
Displays and exhibits thoroughly document the history of the
people of southern Africa, from iron-age farming communities to
the rise of the Zulu nation and the rule of Shaka, the most famous
Zulu king. You can also visit Shaka’s gravesite and a monument
to him erected by Solomon kaDinuzulu, the Zulu king from 1913
to 1933.
Mahatma Gandhi established the Phoenix Settlement in 1904
after purchasing a farm from a local sugar cane farmer. He lived
here for 21 years, and it’s where he developed his philosophy
of passive resistance, called Satyagraha. Gandhi’s modest
prefabricated home is now a museum dedicated to his life and
teachings.
It’s a short drive to the Ohlange Institute, a school founded in
1900 by John L Dube, first president of the African National Congress.
Visitors to the Institute can see where Nelson Mandela cast his vote

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in the first-ever democratic elections in 1994, find out more about

Dube in the museum dedicated to his life and legacy, and pay their
respects to this great man at his gravesite and monument.
The nearby Inanda Seminary, established in 1869, was the first
secondary school founded exclusively for African girls in southern
Africa. The beautiful and highly secure educational environment is a
verdant oasis in the sprawling Inanda Township. The active campus
educates close to four hundred students amongst ten historic
buildings, the oldest being Rev. Daniel Lindley’s mission house,
built in 1858. Many of South Africa’s most powerful and influential
women in government, business and the non-profit world received
their education at this school during the height of Apartheid. The
resident school historian is on call to welcome and host visitors.

Temples and Mosques

There are a number of interesting temples and mosques in the
area. Tongaat is home to the Brake Village Hindu Temple (right)
and the Vishwaroop Temple. The Juggernath Puri Temple is
a national monument and was built in 1920 by the late Pandit
Garsons Expeditions – www.garsons.co.za/031 561 1314/61
Sirikishan Maharaj in North Indian fashion. The Sri Siva
Protea Mall, Chartwell Drive, Umhlanga
Soobramaniar Temple hosts one of the country’s largest Kavadi Gandhi Settlement – 031 519 2555
Festivals. Ohlange Institute – 072 503 3495
Inanda Seminary – 031 510 1011/admin@inanda.org

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 Hazelmere Dam
Enjoy the beauty
of nature
D
espite Umhlanga’s growth boom in the last twenty
years, it’s still home to some pristine natural
areas. The O’Connor Promenade ends where the
Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve Trail begins.
There is a well-marked path which winds through pretty
coastal forest on boardwalks that cross the Ohlange River
on its way to the lagoon, buttressed by dunes. Benches and
picnic spots are dotted throughout, and you can follow the
trail to reach the beach and the lagoon, and the remains of
a Stone Age seashell midden can also be found to the north
of the lagoon.
The adjacent Hawaan Forest is inland of Umhlanga Lagoon
Nature Reserve. This indigenous woodland has remained in its
natural state for centuries, and is characterised by important
species of trees with tropical attributes, and many small animals.
Entry is restricted so phone ahead to book a guided walk.
Hazelmere Dam and Resort, a few kilometres inland from
Verulam, is a favourite watersport destination. There are also
picnic spots and game such as zebra and wildebeest can be seen.
Dudley Pringle Dam, north of Umdloti is another excellent dam
and has prolific birdlife.
Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve and Hawaan Forest –
Umhlanga Tourism: 031 561 4257
Hazelmere Dam and Resort: 032 533 2315
Dudley Pringle Dam: 031 561 4257
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Enjoy a ramble through the Hawaan Forest Reserve
Gateway into Africa
Umhlanga is just a short drive
away from the new King Shaka
International Airport, and a
few hours’ drive from some of
South Africa’s most beautiful
wilderness areas, making
Umhlanga a gateway into
Africa.
Safaris for Africa is based in Umhlanga and has been in the
safari business for ten years. They organise overland safaris to
some of Africa’s most beautiful untouched places. Whether you
want to witness the great migration of wildebeest and zebra
in Tanzania, interact with gorillas in Uganda or explore the
mysterious Skeleton Coast in Namibia, Safaris for Africa can
organise the overland safari of a lifetime and an authentic African
experience. They also offer a range of day trips in and around
KwaZulu-Natal, tailor-made overnight packages, helicopter
flips, deep sea fishing charters, scuba diving trips and dolphin
viewing. Visit their offices in the Protea Mall on Chartwell Drive
in Umhlanga and chat to Sue Garson (above), who will find a
package to suit the African experience you want to have.
Tel: 031 561 5242
sue@safarisforafrica.co.za • www.safarisforafrica.co.za
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 The viewsite above the Lake
Victoria Wetlands
(barn swallow photo courtesy
www.barnswallow.co.za)
Wonderful birding spectacle
In mid-October every year, millions of Barn Swallows arrive in
KwaZulu-Natal from Europe and winter here before flying back
in mid-April. Every evening just before sunset, the swallows fly
in from all directions and gather together into a giant, swirling
flock over the Lake Victoria Wetlands at Mount Moreland near
Umdloti. As the sun sets, the entire flock drops almost as one into
the reed bed to roost for the night.
There is an elevated viewing site over the reed beds which is
accessible to visitors every day – try get there an hour or so before
sunset. To complete the experience, bring a chair, snacks and
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drinks and settle in with some binoculars.
Entrance is free, though a R10 donation
per car is requested. This goes towards the
ongoing protection of the birds and upkeep of
the viewing site. To get to the viewing site,
take the Umdloti/Verulam exit from the N2 north
and turn left towards Verulam. After about 1km, turn right
onto a dirt road and follow the signs for about 4km to Mount
Moreland village. For more information, call Hillary Vickers on
031 568 1671 or visit www.barnswallow.co.za.
 Horse trails through the Umdloti
hills provide spectacular views

Non stop Adventure

O
ne of the best ways to enjoy the quiet scenery of
the north coast is by horseback. Umdloti Beach
Stables offer riding lessons, outrides and top quality
stabling facilities. Beginners and advanced riders
are welcome, and owner Patrice Hardy has a holistic approach to
horse-riding lessons, helping students understand and connect
with their horses. He’ll lead you around the paddock, giving
instructions on posture and technique. Once you’ve gathered the
basic skills, you can go on an outride through the sugar cane
fields and scattered indigenous bush overlooking Umdloti. For
advanced riders there’s the option of going down to the Umdloti
River or to the nature reserve at Umhlanga Lagoon.
Sea kayaking is a rapidly growing sport, and anglers often fish
off paddle skis where they catch dorado and barracuda. The best A round of golf at Mount
Edgecombe Country Club
shore angling spots are off the rocks at Umdloti and La Mercy.
If you like exploring trails at speed, mountain biking, dirt biking
and quad biking are all offered, from tours to day excursions
to outrides. If you fancy a flip through the air, microlighting,
helicopter flights and skydiving are all offered in the area.

trendy Mount Edgecombe

Mount Edgecombe is an upmarket suburb tucked away in the
undulating hills just inland of Umhlanga. Visit Flanders Mall for
exciting restaurants, shops and an art gallery. This vibrant little
town offers two championship golf courses designed to USPGA
specifications. Both courses are challenging but fair, and provide
a very agreeable round of golf.

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 A perfect wave off Umhlanga main beach (photo courtesy Rich Images)
The Umhlanga area has some powerful waves, and the best
surf spots are at Umhlanga main beach, Umdloti and Westbrook.
The waves at Umdloti and Umhlanga are classic beach breaks
which work on any size swell from two to six foot. Westbrook
is a fickle right hander that breaks along a shelf of rocks. All
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these spots work on light offshore winds, and conditions are
best in winter (between April and August), especially in the early
morning when the land breeze blows. There are loads of surf
shops in the area where you can buy all the gear and find out
about lessons for beginners. When the surf’s not great, the Wave
House at Gateway has standing waves suitable for newbies and
advanced surfers.
Wave House – 031 570 9200
Quad Trails/Fat Traxx – 082 477 5837
Ballito Microlight School – 082 659 5550
Umdloti Beach Stables – 084 284 0464
Mount Edgecombe Country Club – 031 539 5330/1
Action at the Gateway
skatepark
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Umhlanga has many excellent restaurants

(photo courtesy Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom)

going out, having fun

F
rom pavement sellers and local crafts to boutique
shopping and malls where everything is on offer,
Umhlanga is a shopping Mecca. Gateway Theatre
of Shopping is the biggest mall in the southern
hemisphere, and over two million people visit it every month,
thanks to a wide range of shops, restaurants for every taste
and fun activities, such as a climbing rock, skatepark, funfair
and cinemas. La Lucia Mall is a lovely suburban mall with a
relaxed atmosphere and big brand stores.
An array of local arts and crafts are available from shops,
markets and pavement sellers in the area. Zulu crafters are
especially adept in beadwork, weaving, clay pots and wooden
animal carvings. Many local crafts recycle used materials, such as
plastic bags, oil tins and beer cans, turning waste into art.
Umhlanga has some excellent
restaurants, from takeaways selling
local delicacies, to fine dining in
beautiful settings at the area’s

Photo courtesy Sibaya Casino

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top hotels. Gateway Theatre of Shopping and Sibaya Casino both
have extensive food courts to cater to every taste.
Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom is conveniently
situated between Umhlanga and Umdloti and provides high
class gambling and entertainment. Sibaya has over 1000 slot and
24 touch-bet roulette machines, as well as Roulette, Blackjack
and Poker tables. There is also the iZulu Theatre, Krakatoa, for
pulsating nightlife, and Mangwanani Sibaya, an excellent and
luxurious day spa.

Gateway Theatre of Shopping – 031 514 0500

La Lucia Mall – 031 562 8420
Sibaya Casino & Entertainment Kingdom – 031 580 5000

Evening cocktails at News Cafe The Gateway food court, with dozens of restaurants to choose from

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Hand made crafts for sale at the Umhlanga beach front Gateway, a feast of shopping

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 Useful information
NAME TEL E-MAIL
Umhlanga Tourism Information Centre
Tel: 031 561 4257 • Fax 031 561 6943 • Email: info@umhlangatourism.co.za UMHLANGA TOURISM ACCOMMODATION
Web: www.umhlangatourism.co.za DURBAN NORTH
Andhra Guest House 031 563 8856 info@andhra.co.za
www.guesthousenetworksa.co.za Auberge Hollandaise 031 564 8568 info@ahguesthouse.co.za
Burleigh Manor 031 564 6161 june@burleighmanor.co.za
Durban Tourism – 031 304 4934 India – 031 304 7020 Clinch Cottage 083 625 7546 igstewart@icon.co.za
www.durbanexperience.co.za Italy – 031 368 4388
Dolphin Beach Villa 031 562 3627 dolphinbeach@sinet.coza
Tourism KZN – 031 366 7500 Lesotho – 031 307 2323
Dolphin Coast 031 572 3379 thresa@dolphincoastbnb.co.za
www.zulu.org Malta – 031 572 2041
Glen House 031 572 5366 jean@glenhouse.co.za
King Shaka International Airport – Mozambique – 031 304 0200
032 436 6758 Netherlands – 031 266 9291 Horizon Blue 031 563 7722 pakeng@telkom.net
1000 Hills Tourism – 031 777 1874 Norway/Sweden – 031 207 6900 Peace Haven B&B 031 562 8378 info@peacehaven.com
Inanda Tourism – 031 519 2555 Portugal – 031 305 7511 Ryde Place 031 563 4550 rydeplace@absamail.co.za
Sapphire Coast Tourism – Spain – 031 208 7737 Cozy Nest 031 564 4048 durban.kzn@cozynest.co.za
031 903 7498 United Kingdom – 031 572 7259 Ikhwezi Guest House 031 564 9593 ikhwezidbn@telkomsa.net
Dolphin Coast Tourism – 032 946 1997 Uruguay – 031 262 7331 Bougainvillea B&B 082 772 7753 info@bougainvilleabnb.co.za
uShaka Marine World – 031 337 8099 USA – 031 305 7600 Pendlebury’s on Broadwood 031 561 4853 guest.1@mweb.co.za
KZN Wildlife & South African
Endless Horizons 031 564 0360 info@endlesshorizons.co.za
National Parks Reservations – Emergency Numbers
La Lucia
031 304 4934 Police Flying Squad – 10111
Forest Manor 031 572 5400 info@forestmanor.co.za
Ambulance – 10177
Consulates and Embassies in Fire & emergency – 031 361 0000 Abasia Guest House 031 572 2540 abasiasbb@gmail.com

Durban Sea rescue – 031 361 8567 Anabels Bed & Breakfast 031 562 8191 info@anabels.co.za
Austria – 031 261 6233 Mountain rescue – 080 000 5133 Bally High Guest House 031 562 9968 eileen@ballyhigh.co.za
Belgium – 031 303 2840 Umhlanga Hospital – 031 560 5500 Blue Dolphin Ridge 031 572 5769 info@bluedolphinridge.co.za
Canada – 031 303 9695 Bumblebees 031 572 6088 bumblebees@iwebz.co.za
Germany – 031 266 3920 Useful Numbers Caza Beach B&B 031 562 8235 peteamira@yahoo.com
Greece – 031 301 4880 Weather Bureau – 082 162 Cowrie Cottage 031 572 6171 kswart@iafrica.com
Department of Home Affairs – Executive Cove 031 572 3825 execucove@3i.co.za
031 308 7904
Five Burnham 031 572 3019 mail@fiveburnham.co.za
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife Reservations
Homeways 031 572 4727 veronica@homeways.co.za
– 033 845 1000
La Lucia B&B 031 572 4625 reservations@laluciabnb.co.za
Umhlanga Post Office –
031 561 2224 La Lucia Sands 031 562 8430 reservations@laluciasands.com
Umhlanga Library – 031 561 6433 Palm Garden Guest Lodge 031 562 0604 michelle@palmgardens.co.za
Ronan House 031 572 5026 reservation@ronanhouse.com
Cancellation of Credit Cards Tamarin Beach Guest House 031 572 5584 tamarinbeach@3i.co.za
Master Card International – Zeranka Lodge 031 572 3309 stay@zerankalodge.com
0800 990 418 Fairwood B&B 083 303 8245 gavinmun@mweb.co.za
Visa International – 0800 990 475 Dolphin Crest Guest House 031 572 5501 fairwood@webmail.co.za
MT EDGECOMBE
Cancellation of Travellers
Afri-lala 031 539 4011 bb@afri-lala.co.za
Cheques
Fairways Golf Lodge 031 538 2900 res@fairwayslodge.com
American Express – 0800 991 021
Greenways Lodge 031 539 2449 guest.1@mweb.co.za
Visa – 0800 998 174
Thomas Cook – 0800 998 174 Gumtree Lodge 031 539 1360 info@gumtree-lodge.co.za
Master Card – 0800 998 175 Mt Edgecombe Golf Lodge 031 502 1555 info@afrogolf.co.za

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NAME TEL E-MAIL NAME TEL E-MAIL

UMDLOTI 11 Wedgewood Terrace 083 443 4303 hogie@iafrica.co.za
At Palapa Place 031 568 2149 palapaplace@telkomsa.net 47 The Shades 031 561 7055 ghaylott@mweb.co.za
Carpe Diem 031 568 2300 drgmeyer@lantic.net Beach Break @ 314 031 564 2736 zebedie@mweb.co.za
Die Strandhuis 031 568 2821 strandhuis@telkomsa.net Ben Siesta 105 031 561 7902 hogie@iafrica.co.za
Dolphin View B&B 031 568 1453 info@dolphinview.co.za Bermudas 031 561 2833 rose@bermudas.co.za
Fairlight Beach House 031 5681835 bdeeb@mweb.co.za Fleetwood on Sea 031 575 9850 info@fleetwoodonsea.co.za
Gracies Place 031 568 1285 gracies@iafrica.com Kiahuna 031 561 5544 destobin@earth.co.za
Isikhulu 46 083 301 5816 jetplant@iafrica.com Licorna Beach 031 561 2344 licorna@intercom.co.za
Rising Moon 031 201 7518 mjmoberz@iafrica.com Villa Siesta 031 562 8669 carol@villasiesta.co.za
Spindrift B&B 031 568 1861 spindrift@mweb.co.za Seaschelles 031 572 5143 info@seaschelles.co.za
Shimmering Sea 031 563 9983 shimmeringsea@telkomsa.net Sunkist 031 202 2952 jlourence@telkomsa.net
Sea Villa 031 5681839 seavilla@iafrica.com Seaside Cottage 082 521 6343 seasidecottage@absamail.co.za
The Dune Guest House 031 568 2089 enquiries@thedune.net The Shades 031 561 2560 torbenanderson@gmx.net
Pendlebury’s on Umdloti 031 561 4853 guest.1@mweb.co.za Salt Water Lodge 083 255 2445 beverleyjean@andrewhogg.co.za
UMHLANGA Oyster Cottages 031 561 5809 info@oystercottages.co.za
7 On Northmoor 031 561 4575 iang@7northmoor.co.za Under African Skies 031 566 2177 mergann@telkomsa.net
Amici Guest Lodge 031 561 7729 info@amicilodge.co.za UMDLOTI
Anchor's Rest B&B 031 561 7380 enquiries@anchorsrest.co.za Beach Place 011 888 2116 anneliesaker@mweb.co.za
Ballechin B&B 031 561 2096 hughr@netactive.co.za Es Paradis 031 584 6235 pat@esparadis.co.za
Broadwood House 078 801 9149 tracyt@vincemus.co.za TOUR Operators
Cathy's Place 031 561 3286 cathysbb@mweb.co.za Dreams For Africa 031 5614920 info@adventureafrica.co.za
Diamond Dou B&B 031 561 1124 diamonddou@telkomsa.net African Paths 073 318 8164 info@africanpaths.co.za
Crooked Tree Cottage 031 561 5759 info@crookedtreecottage.co.za Aurora Africa 031 576 0366 mela@auroraafricatravel.co.za
Four Seasons B&B 031 337 3381 fourseasonsb.b@gmail.com Cachet Tours 031 205 7502 ken@cachettours.co.za
Gateway Country Lodge 031 566 1206 gatewaycntrylpdge@worldonline.co.za Maluti Treks 031 561 5242 normanhalse@vodamail.co.za
Honeypot Cottage 031 561 3795 honeypot@iafrica.com Safaris For Africa 031 561 5242 sue@safarisforafrica.co.za
Jessica's B&B 031 561 3369 hallgren@iafrica.com Trips & Transport 031 337 0230 tripsm@yebo.co.za
Kingston House 031 561 4160 info@kingstonhouse.co.za Umhlanga Explorer 031 301 0549 info@umhlanga-explorer.co.za
La Loggia B&B 031 561 2411 laloggia@saol.com 1st Zulu Safaris 031 337 3103 zulusafffaris@eastcoast.co.za
Manaar House 031 561 7902 hogie@iafrica.com Amatuk Tuk 082 82 11697 ivansammons@icon.co.za
Pendlebury's 031 561 4853 guest.1@mweb.co.za Garsons Expeditions 031 561 1314 info@garsons.co.za
Presbury 031 566 1013 purl@freemail.absa.co.za Leopard Track Safaris 033 330 5658 allen@leopardtracksafaris.co.za
Sandals Guest House 031 561 3973 iain@sandalsumhlanga.co.za Mathutha Investments 039 317 2852 vbcele@gmail.com
Sylvan Grove 031 561 5137 info@sylvangrove.co.za African Maiden Tours 031 572 2481
Tega Tata 031 561 4552 garveys@telkomsa.net TAXI Operators In UMHLANGA
Teremok 031 561 5848 teremok@mweb.co.za Umhlanga U Cabs 031 561 1846/7 info@ucabs.co.za
Tesorino 031 561 2719 info@tesorino.co.za MISCELLENEOUS MEMBERS
Ulindiwe B&B 031 566 1275 lindiwe@ulindiwe.co.za Azalea Promotions 031 564 9069 logo@azalea.co.za
Umbrella Tree House 031 561 5456 info@umbrellatree.co.za Calypso Events 031 566 1626 sadha@calygroup.com
UShaka Manor Guest House 031 561 2028 dlowes@ushakamanor.co.za People Management 031 566 1626 sadha@calygroup.com
Villa Calla 031 561 1729 villacalla@mweb.co.za Odyssey Internet Café 031 566 5120 odysseygateway@gmail.com
ZZZ Bed and Breafast 031 561 7353 zzzbedbreakfast@yahoo.com MyDurbaninfo.com 031 561 1000 kate@mydurbaninfo.com
Pendlebury’s on Herrwood 031 561 4853 guest.1@mweb.co.za
LETTING AGENCIES
12 on Palm 031 561 4853 guest.1@mweb.co.za
UMHLANGA
Senzi Guest House 073 187 6910 senziguesthouse@webmail.co.za
Es Paradis 031 584 6235 Info@esparadis.co.za
Lapa Lighthouse 083 452 2923 lapalighthouse@telkomsa.net
Umhlanga Beach Holiday 083 415 5650 beachholiday@telkomsa.net
Addis B&B 031 561 7302 stay@addisbedandbreakfast.co.za
Umhlanga Accommodation 031 561 2012 umhacc@worldonline.co.za
Bryn Hyfryd 031 561 3775 gdelve@mweb.co.za
Lighthouse Property Group 031 561 5838 tina@lighthousegroup.co.za
Ocean View 031 561 2682 info@oceanview-bb.co.za
Info Site Letting 031 561 2560 umhlanga@iafrica.com
WESTBROOK & SURROUNDS
Quantumn Sun 031 561 4951 letting@saol.com
De Charmoy Estate 032 533 8187 cathbern@iafrica.com
UMDLOTI
HOTELS
Realty 1 Parsons 031 568 1055 ula@eastcoast.co.za
Beverly Hills Hotel 031 561 2211 liliann@southernsun.com
RESTAURANTS
Breakers Resort 031 561 2271 reservations@breakersresort.co.za
Europa 031 561 2630
Cabana Beach Resort 031 561 2371 gillians@southernsun.com
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
Oyster Box Hotel 031 514 5000 kvanschalkwyk@oysterbox.co.za
Casea Charters 031 561 7381 caseacharters@hotmail.com
Protea Hotel Umhlanga 031 561 4413 reservation@proteaumhlanga.co.za
Ocean Ventures 086 100 1138 info@oceanventures.co.za
Protea Hotel Umhlanga 031 582 6000 reservations@phumhlangaridge.co.za
Ridge Calypso Dive & Adventure 031 332 0905 info@calypsoushaka.co.za
Holiday Inn Express 031 514 9000 info@hie-umhlanga.co.za RICHARDS BAY
Royal Palm Hotel 031 581 8000 reserve@royal-palm.co.za La Mer Lodge 035 789 7130 lamerlodge@iafrica.com
Umhlanga Sands Resort 031 561 2323 suzannel@southernsun.com Dianes's B&B 035 789 1682 kendiane@telkomsa.net
City Lodge Umhlanga 031 580 7000 clumhlanga.resv@citylodge.co.za Duck Inn B&B 035 753 4147 duckinn@worldonline.co.za
SELF-CATERING APARTMENTS Tussen Die Maroelas 035 753 4698 maroelas@telkomsa.net
UMHLANGA DuneSide 035 905 3823 info@duneside.co.za
1 Quail Close 083 7781432 Morgan.Naidoo@thyssenkrupp.com

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