PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Attention
21 May 2024

New rural tourism experience launched on the KZN South Coast

The vast and exciting KZN South Coast hinterland is just waiting to be explored, and South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise (SCTIE) is making it more accessible with the establishment of a new rural tourism route. In May, the Emalangeni Experience was officially launched, extending the region’s rural tourism footprint and unique experiences.

“Emalangeni is a scenic rural area near Pennington in Umdoni which is home to beautiful accommodation sites and exquisite views,” commented Deborah Ludick Acting CEO of SCTIE. “By establishing this route, we’re connecting the popular tourist town of Pennington with this rural setting, opening up Emalangeni to a new market. The route gives visitors a more authentic experience of the region through cultural engagements, while supporting entrepreneurs and local job creations.”

Attending the launch were local media representatives who enjoyed a first-hand experience of the route. Starting with a tour of the historic Botha House in Pennington, guests then enjoyed a hike to Umdoni Park Nature Reserve. Putting skills were put to the test at Umdoni Country Club where they replenished with some breakfast before checking out Forest Cottage and a forest walk.

Heading into Emalangeni, the guests stopped at the lovely Ohlwini Garden Lodge and Phiri’s Bed ‘n Breakfast, before stopping for a delicious lunch at Buzy Corner Shisanyama. Other great tourist attractions on the route include Pennington Beach, Selborne Golf Club, Nkomba Nature Reserve, and Basset Breweries and accommodation offerings at Essential Lifestyle Country Lodge – among others.

Head to the KZN South Coast where ocean sunrises and hinterland adventures await! Find out more by visiting the KZN South Coast website; following South Coast Tourism on Facebook; South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise on YouTube; @infosouthcoast on Twitter or Instagram; and South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise on LinkedIn. And click here to check out previous SCTIE press releases. Watch why KZN South Coast is a top tourism destination here.

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Umdoni Park Golf Club.

The historic Botha House in Pennington.

Phiri’s Bed ‘n Breakfast.

Ohlwini Garden Lodge.

Buzy Corner Shisanyama.

About KZN South Coast

Known as the ‘Paradise of the Zulu Kingdom, the KZN South Coast stretches 120 kilometres from Scottburgh to Port Edward and inland to Harding. Here, the spirit of adventure can be discovered among the many cultural experiences, as well as the 35 nature trails and 58 beaches, ideal for activities like river rafting, abseiling, suspension bridges, paintball, surfing, SUP, canoeing, beach horse rides, shark cage diving and free diving. Nicknamed ‘The Golf Coast’, there are 11 golf courses on the KZN South Coast ranging in difficulty, with endless hiking, mountain biking and 4×4 trails for more rugged excursions. Promoting sustainability, the KZN South Coast has a growing Agri-tourism sector that offers world-class produce and hosts tours and excursions. The region boasts several permanently managed Blue Flag beaches and is home to some of the world’s top diving sites, Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks. The originality continues with the annual Sardine Run, coined the #GreatestShoalonEarth, which is the largest biomass migration on earth and a marvel to witness. The region’s many nature reserves are inhabited by indigenous bird and wildlife, and it holds the title of ‘smallest desert on earth’, The Red Desert in Port Edward. The KZN South Coast is a fast-emerging MICE destination which also plays host to several high-profile events including The Bike Fest, Uvukile Gospel Festival, Ugu Jazz, Ugu Film Festival and the South Coast Fever MTB & Trail Run Series.

 

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South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE)

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