Sunsational - Durban Pure Summer - Durban Experience

SUNSATIONAL DURBAN 100% PURE SUMMER
10 MUST DO SUNSATIONAL ACTIVITES THIS SUMMER
1. Coral Exploration (Scuba Diving)
Aliwal Shoal has become internationally recognized as
one of the top 10 dive sites in the world. Diving
The average sea temperature is 24° and almost never falls
below 16° c. From July to November, the ragged tooth
sharks are on the shoal in abundance, as they annually
migrate to the shoal which is their preferred resting
ground. The shoal is home to over 1200 species of fish, as
well as turtles, rays, manta’s, angelfish and butterfly fish.
Occasional sightings include great whites, tigers, white
tips and whale sharks.
It’s a wonderful family bonding experience interacting with
nature, no interferences, and no cellphones. It’s an on-
going experience where kids are allowed to do open water
courses, its a mind blowing and life changing experience
Diving Courses ranges from R 1600 – R 3600 includes
gear hire. Holidays open water diving - R 150- R 400 per
dive up to 50 dives. www.agaulhashouse.com
2. Shark Dive
The Shark cage experience presents a greater challenge
as you immerse yourself into a world of living sharks.
Some sharks circle the cage whilst others glide slowly
past. The Shark Dive is the easiest way to get close to
these magnificent creatures. (R 100 per person)
3. Snorkel Lagoon
Get up close and personal with some of the most exciting
creatures found off the KZN coastline, as you explore the
nooks and crannies of the Snorkel Lagoon. Float above
the splendour of colour beneath you, as corals shine and
fish gleam and leave feeling exhilarated (R50 per person).
www.ushakamarineworld.co.za
4. The Big Rush Big Swing
Experience
For the ultimate ride of your life the ‘Big Rush Big Swing’
at the Moses Mabhida stadium is a must. This is the
world’s only stadium swing and the largest swing of any
kind anywhere. Jump into the void 106 meters above the
world cup football pitch and swing out in a huge 220 meter
arc under the iconic arch. All equipment and instruction is
provided by qualified staff. (R 595 per person)
Amanzimtoti
5. Inanda Dam - Camping and
Picnic Sites
Camping and picnic sites set on the water’s edge afford
magnificent views of the surrounding hills and make this
an ideal venue for water sport enthusiasts and nature
lovers. Only 45 minutes from Durban on the Indian Ocean,
Inanda is an easily accessible, large recreational dam.
Inanda is an extremely popular site to enjoy all the thrills
of jet skiing, power boating, yachting, fishing and even
game viewing! Picnicking and camping with fully serviced
ablutions is available.
Boating: All forms of water sports are permitted. There is
a demarcated area for jet skis.
Angling: The dam has many species of fish. These include
Bass, Tilapia, Carp, Barbel and Scalies.
Self guided trail: A short self-guided trail wanders through
a part of Mahlabathini Park, allowing visitors a chance to
view some of the wildlife including many bird species and
a variety of plant life. (R33.00 Adults and R20.00kids)
Accommodation available at Inanda Dam and Resort is in
the form of caravaning and camping. www.msinsi.co.za
6. 1000 Hills Experience – Safari
and Cultural Experience
The Valley of 1000 Hills is one of those few holiday
destinations that has something for everyone. Unspoilt
nature, wildlife, magnificent scenery, wining and dining,
and warm country hospitality just a half an hour’s drive
from the centre of Durban.
Phezulu offers one hour Scenic Game Drive, on the drive
you can spot wildebeest, impala, blesbok, zebra and
giraffe. PheZulu also offers traditional Zulu dancing and
cultural shows, local curios, wonderful views across the
valley and a crocodile and snake park. For those people
with adventurous taste buds, PheZulu’s Croctilians
Restaurant offers crocodile steaks for a unique taste
sensation.
7. Sea Cruises
Daily deep sea cruises, harbour cruises, educational
cruises and night charters are available from Wilsons
Wharf. We are famous for our Booze cruises, sun downer
cruises , luncheon parties and Bay fishing. Jolly Roger is
a sea boat and is the leading night party boat. Seajoy is a
sea boat and also a party boat. Fancy Me is a party boat
and only operates in the harbour. Le Jessie and Le Cassie
Beach
Rest
Graded AA
Superior
Accommodation
Contact: Kim McCarthy 082 21 333 21
kim@amanzimtotibeachrest.com • www.amanzimtotibeachrest.com
Bed & Breakfast
www.africabreeze.co.za
AA Graded: 3 Stars
Home of luxurious linen and
EXTRA LENGTH KING-SIZE BEDS.
3 rooms & 1 self catering.
Twin beds on request.
Regrettably no children under 16.
Tel: +27 31 903 6114 • Cell: +27 76 177 8457
16 Hill Cresent, Amanzimtoti
email: teresa@africabreeze.co.za
are harbour ferries. Sundowners Jolly Roger and Seajoy
are available for these trips they run from 5pm to 7
SEA CRUISE Adults
Kids
MINI SEA CRUISE Adults
Kids
HARBOUR CRUISES Adults
Kids
www.sariemaraiscruises.co.za
(031) 305 4022 or (031) 305 2844
TOP OF FORM
R100.00
R50.00
R80.00
R40.00
R50.00
R30.00
8. Splash Water World
Dubbed by locals as “ Toti’s best kept secret.....” Splash
Water World water park provides families with a full day’s
entertainment. Situated on Amanzimtoti Main Beach, its
mix of speed and body rides caters for both adrenaline
junkies and the less adventurous. Kids are guaranteed to
be exhausted by the end of the day. Speed slides include
the coaster tube ride, kamikaze and stuka free fall. Other
body rides are the famous “washing machine” and midi
body ride. There are also a variety of rides for the little
kiddies, a water mushroom and river ride.
The water park is wheelchair-friendly, with lifeguards
strategically positioned throughout. Braai facilities and
putt-putt are all extra facilities in this safe and childfriendly
facility, making it the ideal party venue.
ENTRANCE FEES 2010
- person: R 60 - 1 child (below 1,1m in height): R 40
- 4 people (Family/Friends): R 200
- Pensioner with card: R 20
9. Wavehouse
Located at the Gateway Shopping Centre on Umhlanga
Ridge. It features the Mighty D- Rex- the first of its
kind double point break standing wave, two beach
break flowriders for family enjoyment as well as the
400sqm skatepark which is the biggest in South Africa
the flowriderprovides the sensation of wakeboarding,
snowboarding, bodyboarding and surfing. Wavehouse is a
playground for everyone. www.gatewayworld.co.za
Akidogo B&B, offers the discerning corporate and leisure market a
unique “home from home” experience in a relaxed environment. The
unique design offers our guests space, comfort and privacy whilst
captivating the essence of Africa, all within a 5 minute walk to the main
swimming beach and numerous shops.
Contact details: Butch & Wendy - Tel: 031 9165874
Cell: 082 8680846 // Fax: 0866897955
Address: 65 Kingsway Rd. Warner Beach
www.akidogo.co.za
10.. Township Experience –
Woza eNanda is a township tour where you can meet
local residents and visit a few of Durban‘s important
historical sites. This includes a visit to where the home of
Mahatma Gandhi lived, as well as the institution where
Nelson Mandela cast his first vote that resulted in a
democratic South Africa, and also a visit to a Shembe
village. Contact the Inanda Community Tourism Bureau –
Tel. 031 519 2555, www.streetscenetours.co.za
Max’s Lifestyle is a hugely popular venue frequented
by all cultures and races from all over the world. Max’s
Lifestyle is the best restaurant in Umlazi, with traditional
“Kasie” (Ethnic Township Location) culture where one can
enjoy, feel, and experience unique township culture in
upmarket trendy and safe surroundings.
Also popular for Sunday Sessions where Top DJ’s
entertain those who enjoy good music and dancing and
the VIP Lounge is available for those who prefer a relaxed
less noisy environment.
8 & 9 OCT
German Club Beerfest – 7 Barnham Road, Westville.
8th: 15:00 till late live bands. R20pp. 9th: 11:00 – 16:00
Big screens & plasma screens showing International
Beerfests. Free entry. Traditional German food, loads of
beer, lots of fun and kiddies play activities. 084 548 1382
South Coast Madressa Spring Fair – Mr Price Kings Park.
Car show, fun fair, nasheed extravaganza and stalls. 031
465 2376 or 082 813 5740
15 OCT
Toti Fever Extreme Endurocross – Amanzimtoti Show
Grounds, Hutchinson Park. The biggest motorbike show
ever in the South Coast. Tel Beta Racing 082 333 9967 or
082 442 2014
15 – 30 OCT
Diwali Fair 2011 – International Convention Centre. www.
icc.co.za
22 OCT
20:00 Lira: The Captured Tour – ICC Durban Arena.
Booking through Computicket
22 & 23 OCT
FNB Durban Diwali Festival 2011: Theme “Light Up The
World” – Old Durban Drive-Inn site. 22 Oct: 09:00 Float
procession through CBD. 23 Oct: 09:00 Havan. Other
events include food fair, shopping, fireworks display,
exciting prizes, Lotus FM Bhangra and Eastern Mosaic.
Neeran 082 788 5767
19:00 Drakensberg Boys Choir – Dolphinarium, uShaka
Marine World. This thrilling show matches the magnificent
music with the grace of the dolphins. Booking through
Computicket
28 OCT
19:00 Halloween u16 U-Party – Upper Deck, uShaka
Marine World. Freakish party zone with You-Party jocks
Royal K, DJ Justin Mentel and Sandro Borrelli. 031 328
8000
29 & 30 OCT
15:00 Halloween at uShaka Marine World – Dolphin Show,
Trick or Treat, Scary Aquarium Tour, New Haunted House
and more… 031 328 8000
Tel: 031-906 1393
Fax: 031-906 1390
max@maxslifestyle.co.za
www.maxslifestyle.co.za
Comfort Zone The Comfort Zone, strategically located
at the entrance of the historic township of Clermont in
Durban, near Pinetown is the perfect place to relax in
comfort ekassie. The unusual and special venue prides
itself with sheer quality blending good food, good music
which assures the discerning customer a superior top
class atmosphere indeed. Duly registered and fullylicenced,
The Comfort Zone is a restaurant, bar and top
class entertainment venue of a special kind. The Comfort
Zone is open seven days a week from 10am till late at
night. http://thecomfortzone.co.za
DURBAN SUMMER EVENTS
SPRING SPECIAL
Escape the chill of winter!
Come spend a few days in Amanzimtoti!!
Contact us today to make a booking
Tel: +27 (0) 31 903 3861
Cell: +27 (0) 82 52 76 378
28 NOV – 9 DEC
Cop17: 17th Conference of the Parties of the UN
Framework Convention on Climate Change. Delegates
from around the world will deliberate on a number
of issues regarding climate change – International
Convention Centre. Lots of activities and concerts at the
Beach Promenade
1 Dec – 14 JAN
The Wilson’s Wharf Festival of Boat Rides – Wilson’s
Wharf. Tel Ahmed Karodia 083 395 2786
3 DEC
Surf Lifesaving: Rock Up and Race Event – Rox,
Umhlanga Beach. Tel Sharron Carlson 031 572 2183
13 – 18 DEC
Dolphins by Starlight – uShaka Marine World. Tel 031 328
8000
11 DEC- JAN
Summer Festival – Amanzimtoti Main Beach, Warner
Beach, Winkle Beach and Umgababa Beach. Lot of
activities including volleyball, Tel 031 903 7498. Music
with DJ, Mini fare, Touch Rugby, Puppet Show, Tug O
War, Volley Ball, Bungee Trampoline, Big Wheel Ride,
Little Airoplane Ride, Jumping Castle, Talent Competitions
and other Beach games)
17-18 DEC
Umgababa Sports Festival:Various sporting codes and
indigenous games topped with music by famous artists:
TZZ Production and Entertainment Mr. T.O. Zulu: 082 293
6689 Mr. W.M. Mchunu: 082 833 1810
Dieu-Donneè River
Lodge
15 – 23 DEC
The Umhlanga Summer Festival – Umhlanga. Kiddies
Activities at the beach including dancing, modelling
competitions, volleyball and street party. Tel 031 561 4257
16 DEC
Durban Summer Festival – Kwamashu Bridge City.
Booking through Computicket
17 DEC
H2O Party – New Beach. H2O is without a doubt South
Africa’s premier dance party and Africa’s most famous
outdoor electronic music event. Originally created as
a pure dance music festival in 1999, H2O has grown
through the years to present some of the world’s hottest,
biggest and best headline artists including; Judge Jules,
Bob Sinclar, Cosmic Gate, Fat Boy Slim, Tony Cha Cha,
and Paul Van Dyk just to name a few. H2O is normally
held bi-annually at Wild Waters in JHB. However, this
year H20 is coming to the sunny shores of Durban on 17
December to bring you the biggest beach party in SA.
Entertainment on offer will include: 30 of SA’s top DJ’s, 3
Dance floors, VIP areas, Chill areas,4 massive bars and
the most insane audio and visual system in SA.. The
party starts at 12am and will finish at 12 pm and tickets
will be on sale at Computicket starting from 17 November.
Tel Yugen 083 301 7036,
20 DEC
Soccer: Amazulu vs Kaizer Chiefs – Moses Mabhida
Stadium. Tel 031 564 0161
26 DEC
MTN Jazz Festival – Hazelemere Dam. Annual Durban
Jazz Festival will be celebrating its 9th year and will
feature artist like Hugh Masekela, Judith Sephuma, Zakes
Bantwini, Tear Gas and the new sensation Zahara. Tickets
from R 195.00
Tel Mdu Mqcobo 031 304 8582
31 DEC
New Year’s Eve Party – Ballito. Tel Gareth Devore 082 899
0103
1 – 2 JAN
Umgababa’s New Year’s Picnic – Umgababa Beach.
Annual event that has been running for the past few years
held at Umgababa beach starting from 12 Midday on the
1st of January. Come and see Durban Artists on stage, it’s
a great way to start a year. Free Entry for pedestrians and
R 150 per car.Tel Tate Mchunu 082 833 1810
Comprises 7 rooms bathrooms en-suite
Nestled in tropical forest 800 meters from the beach
3 Star graded by South African Grading Council
AA Quality assured highly recommended accommodation
Large swimming pool surrounded by nature
Bed & Breakfast or semi Self catering
DSTV and Tea & Coffee facilities in all rooms
No power outages - generator back-up
Secure parking for cars and commercial vehicles
Conference hall that seats 50 people
All year special packages for corporate clients
On the main route between East Londen & Durban
120km from King Shaka International Airport
Only 20km from the popular Margate and Oribi Gorge
11 golf courses in a radius of 60km
To turn up the heat - we offer :
Stay for five nights and get one free - December only
SUNSATIONAL DURBAN 100% PURE SUMMER