The Islands 18 is situated in the favorite holiday destination of Ballito on the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, and offers quality accommodation overlooking the most beautiful views of the Indian Ocean. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Our spacious three-bedroom apartment is on the 4th level of the beautiful Chakas Terrace complex on the beach at Chaka's Rock, with one short flight of stairs from the parking area to the front door. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Panoramic self-catering, four-bedroom penthouse is situated on the beachfront with direct beach access onto the promenade and Clark Bay beach with lifeguard. Sleep 8 max. Unsurpassed 180 degree seaview awaits you. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
10 La Mustique is a lovely spacious, 2nd floor beachfront self-catering apartment for 6 people. Located in a secure and private complex right on the Ballito beachfront. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
This luxury self catering apartment is situated about 20 meters from the water's edge, overlooking a small private beach. Watch dolphins, whales and the local fishermen while enjoying sundowners on the patio. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
This spacious beachfront loft room is a beautiful space to unwind, relax and enjoy the many amenities nearby. It has a king size bed, a daybed and a cosy sitting area for reading or watching TV (DSTV /Explorer ), an en suite bathroom and a fully equipped …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Sea-renity Holiday Apartment (formerly known as the Nutshell Holiday Apartment) is a newly renovated freestanding apartment, ideally situated only 200m from the main bathing beach at Salt Rock on the idyllic Dolphin Coast of KwaZulu-Natal. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
The NOMAX BEACH HOUSE is a comfortable spacious family getaway home situated in the sought after area of Ballito - Thompsons Bay Beach. Boasting uninterrupted beach & sea views this home has it all to make your stay a relaxing memorable holiday! Sea vie …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Seascape is a modern sea front villa with stunning sea and coastal views. The Villa is elevated above a quiet beach where swimming is possible especially at low tide. Children can play in rock pools and sandy coves below the villa. .. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Thompsons Bay Beach Cottage is situated on the beach directly above the famous Thompsons Bay tidal pool in Chakas rock, KZN. The cottage is self-catering and consists of one bedroom, lounge, kitchenette and shower/toilet. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Come and experience one of the most beautiful spots on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast. Not only do you have clean, pristine sandy beaches to walk or sunbathe on, but there are many rock pools full of interesting sea life to observe. The warm Indian... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Our 5 bedroom cottage sleeps 12 people, has a large lounge and a dining area, large veranda and a double garage. The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove, oven, fridge, deepfreeze, cutlery, crockery, etc. as well as an outside protected braai area …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
The exclusive complex of Marichel has only 12 units in total and this is one of these spacious apartments, number 7. It is situated right above the sought after and very popular Thompsons Bay, offering magnificent ocean views. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Phumula Self Catering Beach Cottage is a neat, spacious, secure and fully equipped self catering cottage situated on the front row of Main Beach, Salt Rock. The cottage sleeps 12 people. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Spacious beach front penthouse with large balcony, unbelievable sea views and direct beach access. This large well equipped and comfortable apartment is situated in one of the most sought after complexes in central Ballito. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Ballito Holidays - North Coast Tourism, KwaZulu Natal
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Commonly known as the Dolphin Coast due to the frequent sightings of bottle-nose dolphins playing in the warm Indian Ocean, Ballito North Coast of KwaZulu Natal is one of South Africa's most popular holiday spots. Only a 30 minute drive from Durban Beachfront, the Ballito, Dolphin Coast is sprinkled with the pretty coastal towns of Thompsons Bay, North Coast Salt Rock, North Coast, Sheffield Beach, Dolphin Coast, Zimbali, Westbrook Beach and Tinley Manor - each with a relaxed 'resort like' atmosphere. The charming combination of the glorious area of Ballito beaches set alongside fields of sugarcane makes for a delightful year round destination, guaranteed to be filled with lazy sunny days, excellent fishing, diving and perfect swimming and North Coast surfing conditions. For the serious North Coast surfer, the Mr Price Pro surfing competition, held every June, is one of the worlds longest running international surfing competitions.
Although the Natal North Coast is renowned for its endless beaches and breathtaking scenery, it is the place where the great Zulu King Shaka is buried, and Shaka's grave forms part of the local Zulu Heritage Route, which takes in numerous sites associated with his reign. Further the voyage of discovery on the 'Muti' (African medicine) trail in the Harold Johnson Nature Reserve, where the nature lover can enjoy the reserve's walking trails along the banks of the Tugela River. This North Coast reserve is a wonderful combination of natural beauty and historical interest, where one can view a small variety of game and a large variety of bird life.
Visit Africa as it was, tranquil, mysterious and timeless at Crocodile Creek in Ballito, which is home to 9000 crocodiles, snakes, tortoise, leguaans, miniature monkeys and alligators. The Ballito Crocodile Creek farm includes bush and hill trails, curios and refreshments.
The Dolphin Coast Ballito also offers endless other activities - tennis and squash courts, bowling greens and well equipped fitness centres are available in Ballito . Horse riding, hot air ballooning, Ballito microlight flights and shark diving are some of the more adventurous activities in the Ballito area.
Superb KZN North Coast golfing can be found at the Ballito, Umhlali Country Club, Zimbali Golf Estate, Prince's Grant Golf Estate and Mount Edgecombe Golf Estate.
The warm humid almost year-round weather makes for wonderful patio dining in your Ballito accommodation, or try one of the many fabulous Ballito restaurants specializing in fresh seafood. For 'shopaholics' there are shopping centres such as Ballito Lifestyle Centre, and nearby Salt Rock's Tiffany Shopping Centre with specialist stores open 7 days a week. Then regain your peace of mind by indulging yourself at one of the Ballito spa's, who practise both ancient, exotic and new cutting-edge treatments.
Outside the domestic holiday season and long-weekends, many of the Dolphin Coast towns are quiet and peaceful, however, during the seasonal influx of holiday makers, the many Ballito accommodation options, excellent restaurants and nightclubs fill up, so early booking is essential.
Popular North Coast and Ballito Holiday Towns:
Chakas Rock / Shakas Rock - home to a beautiful stretch of sandy beach and a tidal pool bordered by rocky cliffs.
Umhlali - a peaceful farming village situated 3km inland from Ballito beachfront
Thompsons Bay - known as the 'Clifton Beach' as it sits in a cove sheltering it from the wind and immediately adjacent to Ballito beachfront
Salt Rock - a quiet and relaxed 'island style' resort boasting year round sunshine - only a 4-minute drive from Ballito beachfront
Sheffield Beach - relax on a clean beach with sparkling rock pools teeming with sea life - a 6-minute drive to Ballito beachfront
Zimbali - this tropical golf estate lies nestled between pristine beaches and coastal forest.
Westbrook Beach - a superb swimming beach renowned for its frequent visits from dolphins and whales.
Tinley Manor - a truly relaxed holiday haven boasting some of the best spear-fishing reefs in the world.
All of the above towns are only a stone's throw from the main Ballito beaches.