6 Days South Africa - Enjoy The Beach In Ballito Tour

Welcome to King Shaka International Airport in 'Durbs', as the locals call it - the largest city in KwaZulu-Natal. This is your gateway to the Dolphin Coast and its golden beaches. Whether you're here to relax and unwind, surf the waves or explore the vibrant coastline, your Indian Ocean escape starts now!

Activities:

Drive from Durban to Ballito
It’s a short 20-kilometre drive from King Shaka Airport in Durban to Ballito, which means you’ll reach the golden beaches in less than 20 minutes via the N2 highway. Keep your eyes peeled - if you’re lucky, you might spot dolphins riding the waves before you’ve even unpacked. Check in, jump in your swimming trunks and hit the lovely ocean waters – your tropical beach holiday starts here!

Accommodations:
Silver - Coco de Mer Boutique Hotel
Gold - Canelands Beach Club
Platinum - Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts

Activities : Beaches Sightseeing

Ballito is a vibrant coastal town just north of Durban, right on the Dolphin Coast - named after the bottlenose dolphins often seen frolicking offshore. It’s famous for its golden beaches, warm Indian Ocean waters and relaxed beach-town energy. Surfing and swimming are top draws here, especially at Willard Beach, home to the legendary yearly Ballito Pro surfing event. Families will love the dolphin-watching tours, Crocodile Creek, and the Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary, which shelters rescued animals and playful monkeys. Ballito also offers fantastic tidal pools, excellent shopping at Ballito Junction Mall and a lively mix of bars, eateries, and nightlife. Get your flip-flops on; it’s the ultimate destination for a sun-soaked, action-packed beach escape.

Accommodations:
Silver - Coco de Mer Boutique Hotel
Gold - Canelands Beach Club
Platinum - Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts

Activities : Beaches Sightseeing

Ballito is a vibrant coastal town just north of Durban, right on the Dolphin Coast - named after the bottlenose dolphins often seen frolicking offshore. It’s famous for its golden beaches, warm Indian Ocean waters and relaxed beach-town energy. Surfing and swimming are top draws here, especially at Willard Beach, home to the legendary yearly Ballito Pro surfing event. Families will love the dolphin-watching tours, Crocodile Creek, and the Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary, which shelters rescued animals and playful monkeys. Ballito also offers fantastic tidal pools, excellent shopping at Ballito Junction Mall and a lively mix of bars, eateries, and nightlife. Get your flip-flops on; it’s the ultimate destination for a sun-soaked, action-packed beach escape.

Accommodations:
Silver - Coco de Mer Boutique Hotel
Gold - Canelands Beach Club
Platinum - Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts

Activities : Beaches Sightseeing

Ballito is a vibrant coastal town just north of Durban, right on the Dolphin Coast - named after the bottlenose dolphins often seen frolicking offshore. It’s famous for its golden beaches, warm Indian Ocean waters and relaxed beach-town energy. Surfing and swimming are top draws here, especially at Willard Beach, home to the legendary yearly Ballito Pro surfing event. Families will love the dolphin-watching tours, Crocodile Creek, and the Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary, which shelters rescued animals and playful monkeys. Ballito also offers fantastic tidal pools, excellent shopping at Ballito Junction Mall and a lively mix of bars, eateries, and nightlife. Get your flip-flops on; it’s the ultimate destination for a sun-soaked, action-packed beach escape.

Accommodations:
Silver - Coco de Mer Boutique Hotel
Gold - Canelands Beach Club
Platinum - Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts

Activities : Beaches Sightseeing

Ballito is a vibrant coastal town just north of Durban, right on the Dolphin Coast - named after the bottlenose dolphins often seen frolicking offshore. It’s famous for its golden beaches, warm Indian Ocean waters and relaxed beach-town energy. Surfing and swimming are top draws here, especially at Willard Beach, home to the legendary yearly Ballito Pro surfing event. Families will love the dolphin-watching tours, Crocodile Creek, and the Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary, which shelters rescued animals and playful monkeys. Ballito also offers fantastic tidal pools, excellent shopping at Ballito Junction Mall and a lively mix of bars, eateries, and nightlife. Get your flip-flops on; it’s the ultimate destination for a sun-soaked, action-packed beach escape.

Accommodations:
Silver - Coco de Mer Boutique Hotel
Gold - Canelands Beach Club
Platinum - Zimbali Lodge by Dream Resorts

Activities : Beaches Sightseeing

All good things must come to an end. Today, you’ll catch your flight from King Shaka International Airport, just 20 minutes from Ballito. With the airport so close, you might squeeze in one last coastal adventure - perhaps a quick detour to Durban for a taste of the city and its famous Durban curry at the Victoria Street Market - before returning your rental car and checking in. Durban is only 20 kilometres from the airport, in the opposite direction from Ballito. However you choose to spend the final hours of your holiday, we wish you safe travels and memories to last a lifetime!

Activities : Beaches Sightseeing