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The beach walk at Ballito

Ballito is a coastal town of 19,000 people (2011) on the North Coast (KwaZulu-Natal) of South Africa. Dolphins are common on this stretch of the North Coast shoreline, hence the nickname Dolphin Coast.

Understand[edit]

It is a holiday destination with hotels and self-catering accommodation, swimming (Willard) and surfing beaches (Boulder).

Get in[edit]

By car[edit]

From Durban, take the N2 north and follow the signs.

Get around[edit]

As there is no public transport available you need a car to get around. But as most of the hotels are close to the beach you can walk there. Ballito is a quiet safe area (compared to other areas in South Africa); even a walk at night is possible without a warrant of concern.

See[edit]

  • Dolphins and Whales swimming along the coastline.

Do[edit]

Surfing at the beach
  • Beach bathing and surfing (Ballito Main Beach and Salt Rock Main Beach).
  • Crocodile farm
  • Microlight flights and tours
  • A promenade about 2.5 km (1.6 mi) long along the beach front is great for walking and jogging.
  • The Gunston 500 surfing contest, renamed Ballito Pro and sponsored by Billabong, is held annually in July.

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Eat[edit]

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Sleep[edit]

  • Sundance (Bed and Breakfast), 18 Dolphin Crescent, Shakas Rock (Up the hill from Salt Rock Main beach, 20 mins north of Umhlanga), +27 32 525-5342, fax: +27 32 525-5342, . From R350pp.
  • 1 Boathouse, 33 Compensation Beach Road, +27 32 946-0300, . Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking Salmon Bay before setting out for an activity-filled day at one of the nearby golf courses or just soaking up the sun next to the pool. Luxury en-suite rooms, a-la-carte restaurant, fully licensed bar and direct beach access. From R595pps.
  • Hampshire Hotel Ballito, 4048 Moffatt Drive, +27 32 586-6000. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM content=. R900-1000 per room.
  • Secret Spot, Shaka's Rock Main Rd, +27 32 525 5479, . A surf resort that includes lessons, and has an onsite bar and private beach. Varies R120-480.

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