PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Attention
04 March 2025

Sip and Savor: Discover the Best Wine, Coffee and Craft Beer Experiences on the KZN South Coast this Easter.

The KZN South Coast isn’t just a paradise of golden beaches and adventure it’s also a dream destination for coffee connoisseurs, craft beer lovers, wine enthusiasts and those who enjoy a fine spirit. From farm-fresh brews to expertly crafted beers, boutique wines and small-batch spirits, the region offers a tasting experience like no other.

Start your journey at Beaver Creek Coffee Estate, one of South Africa’s longest-running coffee farms, where visitors can enjoy guided tours and tastings of freshly roasted beans. Coffee lovers can also visit Mpenjati Coffee in Port Edward, known for its artisanal blends. For those looking for a unique experience, Thornton Coffee in Oribi Gorge offers high-quality, hand-roasted coffee in a stunning natural setting.

Wine lovers can explore the Riverbend Wine Gallery, home to an extensive collection of award-winning South African wines. Nestled in a serene setting, this gallery offers wine tastings, curated pairings and an opportunity to purchase premium selections to take home.

For craft beer and spirits enthusiasts, Basset Brewery in Pennington is a must-visit. This boutique brewery produces a range of handcrafted beers that celebrate local flavours, offering tastings in a relaxed coastal setting.

Dr. Sibiya, CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE), highlights the region’s growing appeal for beverage tourism, “The KZN South Coast is fast becoming a top destination for food and beverage tourism, with exceptional coffee farms, craft breweries and boutique wine experiences. These businesses not only offer visitors something special but also contribute to local economic growth, job creation and investment in the region. We encourage visitors to explore these fantastic venues and indulge in the flavours of the South Coast.”

Whether you’re a casual coffee drinker, a craft beer aficionado, or a wine enthusiast, the KZN South Coast offers a world of flavour waiting to be discovered.

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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 birds 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 has played host to several high-profile events including The Bike Fest, The Conservation Symposium, The Ocean Festival, Uvukile Gospel Festival, Ugu Jazz, Ugu International Film Festival, and the South Coast Fever MTB & Trail Run Series.

Issued and disseminated by:
South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE)

For more information please contact:
Vanessa Gounden
Marketing Coordinator
Cell: 039 682 7944
Email: vanessa@sctie.co.za