Area Profiles

Amanzimtoti, also known as Toti, derives its name from a significant event in Zulu history. Legend has it that during a campaign in 1828, Zulu King Shaka and his army stopped at the local river. Upon tasting the water, Shaka exclaimed, "kanti amanzi mtoti" (so the water is sweet), giving rise to the name Amanzimtoti, which translates to "the place of sweet waters." Located approximately 600 kilometers from Johannesburg, 60 kilometers from Durban International Airport, and just 25 kilometers south of central Durban, Amanzimtoti has evolved into a thriving holiday destination with something for every traveler. The town boasts modern shopping malls, a variety...

Ballito, nestled in the heart of the Dolphin Coast, is a true coastal gem. Stretching along the warm Indian Ocean, this area boasts a collection of charming towns and beaches that offer something for everyone. To the north, you'll find Shakas Rock, Salt Rock, Sheffield Beach, and Tinley Manor, each with its own unique appeal. Heading south, Zimbali, Westbrook, Tongaat, Desainagar, and La Mercy add to the coastal allure. Originally established as a township in 1954 and later achieving borough status in 1986, Ballito earned its name from the playful bottlenose dolphins that can be spotted frolicking in the waves year-round, with occasional whale sightings adding to the...

Ballito Gardens, situated within the prestigious Umhlali Golf Estate, offers individually designed and built houses set out behind the 12th green and along the 13th fairway. The estate has lovely, landscaped gardens with nearby dams and prominent birdlife.  This dog friendly estate offers a secure lifestyle and is conveniently situated with easy access to the N2, shops, restaurants, schools, churches, hospital and the King Shaka International Airport.  Ballito Gardens residents have access to all the country club sporting facilities which includes the golf course, tennis courts, squash courts, bowling greens, swimming pool, clubhouse and restaurant.

Glenwood This suburb though having very similar geographical positions as Berea and Morningside to the city is generally different in so far as the houses built in the area are more conventional and though there are some large houses the majority were developed in the 1950’s to serve the large sector of the population who were employed in the harbour and the industrial areas to the South of the City. Because of the migration of this population to the Bluff, Merebank and areas further South the area blossomed catering for the younger person employed in the CBD and those professionals and students associated with the University. In recent years the area has become...

Glenmore is mostly a quiet residential area with tree lined streets and large grassy verges, located between Umbilo and Glenwood, within walking distance to the University offering tranquil living spaces with easy access to several major freeways, city centre and Durban beaches.

Blythedale Beach lies on the subtropical Dolphin Coast of KwaZulu-Natal. Some 72km from Durban, 31km north of Ballito and 12km from Stanger, Blythedale Beach is an unspoilt holiday haven set within the extensive Blythedale Conservancy. This encompasses not only pristine beaches but it’s own National Heritage Site on the Umvoti River which is a favourite birdwatching spot. Whale and dolphin-watching as well as outstanding golf courses nearby are also popular attractions. The memorial to King Shaka stands in the neighbouring town of KwaDukuza (aka Stanger). A leisurely drive from Blythedale Beach takes you to the famous Anglo-Zulu battlefields, Zululand game reserves...

Chaka/Shaka's Rock is a small residential area 40km north of Durban and 5km north of Ballito. Home to a lovely stretch of sandy beach, it also boasts a beautiful tidal pool flanked by picturesque rocky cliffs. The beach is a favourite ski- boat launch site. Named after a rocky outcrop of the North Coast believed to have been used by Shaka, the great Zulu chief as a lookout, there are those who believe that the rock was actually used by Shaka to test his men, by encouraging them to jump to their deaths. Shaka's Rock offers residents and visitors the best of all worlds. Swimming, fishing, scuba diving, boat trips, sailing, canoeing, horse-riding, tennis and golf...

Durban has an interesting history, Vasco da Gama’s passing in 1497, Lieutenant Farewell and Shaka. In 1823 Farewell took part in a British expedition to Natal and then decided to start a settlement there. He persuaded 25 other British colonists to join him, and in June 1824 he built the first houses. Only four of these original settlers remained with him. In July 1824 he visited Shaka from whom he received a large land grant round Durban Bay. Shaka was a warrior, a military leader, and king of the Zulu people of southern Africa (1816-1828). By the time of his death, Shaka had the largest and most powerful kingdom in south-eastern Africa. Berea From these...

WELCOME TO DURBAN NORTH. Durban North is situated just north of Durban in the eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality, created in 2000, which includes the greater Durban area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It lies between the N2 freeway and the eastern seashore, with the Umgeni River forming its southern boundary. It is flanked by La Lucia in the north. Schools Local schools include Glenashley Preparatory, Chelsea Preparatory School, Danville Park Girls' High School, Durban North College,Northwood School, a boys high school, Northlands Primary School, Northlands Girls' High School, Our Lady of Fatima Convent School and Oakridge College. These are...

Welcome to Umhlanga Ridgeside and New Town Centre The North Coast of KZN, known as the Sugar Coast, is where the highly successfully Umhlanga Ridge and New Town Centre is located.   The Umhlanga Ridge is a retail, office and residential node situation on a hill overlooking the Indian Ocean, enjoying fantastic warm weather all year round. The area has largely been developed on sugar cane land, by property development company Moreland Estates owned by the Tongaat Hulett Sugar group. Lifestyle: Living close to work has been a core fundamental when designing the area and many of the properties in the heart of the New Town Centre are ‘mixed use’...