The
name Salt Rock dates back to the heyday of the Zulu Empire when
King Shaka’s handmaidens would come down to the coast here to collect salt
to trade with the colonials based in what was then Port Natal, and is now
Durban.
Seems strange that the British hadn’t figured out for themselves how to
make salt from sea water – but that’s the story. I mean, how hard can it
be? Although Salt Rock is one of the many towns strung out along
the KZN North Coast forming an almost continuous belt of hotels and residential
developments, it is a tad more laid back than its neighbours, for example,
Ballito.
It’s a great family beach destination with safe bathing, a tidal pool and
a lovely shady caravan park that’s very popular with local families.
Bed
& Breakfast By The Sea, SALT ROCK Bed and Breakfast by the
Sea is situated in Salt Rock, 40 minutes north of Durban International
Airport and Durban on the main N2 route north. You can enjoy comfort
and friendly service in delightful en-suite accomomdation overlooking the
beach with panoramic seaviews. Enjoy delicious English breakfasts
on the balcony whilst taking in breathtaking views of the sea sparkling
in the sun. Look carefully you may even see dolphins or even a whale!
A five minute walk takes you to the nearest beach where you can swim, snorkel,
walk or even explore the rock pools. Golf fishing, tennis, squash and horse
riding are available nearby. A crocodile farm with nature trails and exellent
bird life is just up the road. If you like adventure, take an inflatable
boat ride to view the dolphins up close and even swim with them.
Chart
Manor, Self-Catering, SALT ROCK Chart Manor consists of
two separate self contained apartments, a main cottage and a bachelor flat
in Salt Rock on the picturesque dolphin coast (Ballito area) of Kwa-Zulu
Natal South Africa. Both Apartments have sea views and are a mere 120m
from the fully netted and life guarded bathing beach. The main cottage
sleeps 4 and consists of two large bedrooms (Main bedroom with double bed
and second bedroom with two ¾ beds) with the main en suit and dressing
room, a second bathroom, an open plan fully appointed kitchen with microwave
oven etc, Breakfast nook and lounge area with DVD/CD player, DStv decoder
for use with own Smart Card, all rooms lead onto a large covered balcony
(12 x 3 metres) with sea views and lock up garage. All rooms are equipped
with overhead ventilator fans. There is a fenced in courtyard with a barbeque,
concrete table and benches.
Crescent
Spa Suites, Self-Catering Units/Private Spa, SALT ROCK Small complex of compact
but comfortable self-catering units - each with private spa ('jacuzzi')
and fully equipped only 350m from the bathing beach. Emphasis on
relaxation and privacy. Each unit completely private. Units for between
2 and 4 persons. Pets allowed - secured courtyards with grass.
Communal pool. Bedlinen supplied. (Bring own towels)
Villa
L'Apparita, Guest House, SALT ROCK This luxurious guest home
located on the North Coast of South Africa's lush KwaZulu Natal province
was inspired by the original Tuscan 'L'Apparita' - which was initially
no more than a modest farmhouse until it was later converted to a splendid
villa with the advent of a visionary interior designer. This South African
version of that Tuscan homestead, looms up before your eyes and surprises
you at every turn with enchanting and thoughtful aspects. Villa L'Apparita
altogether lives up to its title of being a tranquil escape that any discerning
traveller or business person would appreciate. There is a tranquil radiance
to this home that leaves the voyager replenished and feeling well-treated.
Located just 30 minutes North of the bustling heart of Durban....
Zuider
Zee Guest House, Bed & Breakfast/Self-Catering, SALT ROCK Zuider Zee Guest House offers
four distinct Private Guest rooms en suite, B&B or self catering, and
two self catering Log Cabins, each have panoramic sea views overlooking
the valley below and the golden beach of Salt Rock embracing the warm Indian
Ocean. All have their own individual character in style and décor,
but there is no compromise in attention to, and good quality in the overall
standard of furnishings, amenities, service, and ’home-away-from-home’
hospitality. Situated on South Africa’s eastern sea board, here you
will find the Dolphin Coast, an expanse of magnificent beaches and a panorama
of waving sugar cane stretching across the malaria-free North Coast of
Kwazulu Natal, from Zimbali and the Tongaat River in the south to the mighty
Tugela River in the north...
Shaka's Rock lies
on the subtropical Dolphin Coast of South Africa’s famed KwaZulu-Natal
Province. Just 45km (28 miles) north of Durban and 5km (3 miles) beyond
the bustling resort of Ballito. Shaka’s Rock offers visitors the best of
all worlds. Swimming, fishing, scuba diving, boat trips, sailing, canoeing,
horse-riding, tennis and golf are either on the doorstep or within a few
kilometres. Whale and dolphin-watching are also popular at Shaka’s Rock.
A novel attraction of Shaka’s Rock is “The Kingdom” – a living museum depicting
the lifestyle of the early Zulus, Indians and colonists of the area. Shaka’s
Rock, sometimes spelt Chaka’s Rock, is named after the legendary Zulu King
Shaka whose warriors are reputed to have jumped off the high rock overlooking
the sea to prove their bravery.
Comfort
House, Guest House, SHAKA'S ROCK Comfort House offers guests
superb accommodation on the exclusive Dolphin Coast. Delicious breakfasts
are served on the verandah overlooking the pool and the warm Indian Ocean.
Braai facilities, beach towels, chairs and umbrellas are available.
Enjoy total peace and tranquility in the lower garden where a soothing
waterfall bubbles into a tree shaded pond. Birdlife abounds and the garden
is filled with butterfly-attracting plants. We have fax and email
service should you really feel the need to keep in contact with the outside
world. There is safe offstreet parking. We allow smoking outside
only. We are here to make your stay pleasant and relaxing . Any additional
services requested will gladly be considered. Shakas Rock is one
of a little chain of coastal towns that run into each other along the North
Coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Lynberry's,
Bed & Breakfast, SHAKA'S ROCK Lynberrys is situated in
Shakas Rock on the main coast road and is a mere 350mts to the beach.
The establishment boast three bedrooms all with en-suite bathroom air-con,
LCD TV, Satellite and hospitality trays. Our aim is to provide comfort
and relaxation and all rooms are tastefully furnished and will satisfy
the most discerning traveller either on business or on a leisurely break.
Wireless internet facilities are on site. The establishment is four
star rated by TGCSA and is registered with the Dolphin Coast publicity
association. As breakfast is the most important start to your day
we serve continental and full English in our dining room between 7 and
9 although any person requiring an earlier start may do so by request.
Several excellent Golf courses are in the area namely Zimbali Simbithi
Umhlali and Princes Grant. Major tourist attractions in the area
include The Kingdom 10 minutes. Shakaland 55 minutes. St Lucia 11/2 hours
and Hluhluwe/Umfolozi 2hours.
The
name Salt Rock dates back to the heyday of the Zulu Empire when
King Shaka’s handmaidens would come down to the coast here to collect salt
to trade with the colonials based in what was then Port Natal, and is now
