ATTRACTIONS

Umhlanga and surrounds have a lot to offer for the whole family.  There are plenty entertainment for young and old.  Below we would like to mention but only a few of the attractions of this wonderful slice of the east coast of South Africa.

natal sharks boArd
1a Herrwood Drive, Umhlanga Rocks

Tel : (031) 566 0400
Website:  www.shark.co.za


Visit the only organization of its kind in the world

The Audio-Visual Programme is a visual spectacle.  It is a powerful combination of sweeping aerials, slow pans, tight close-ups & superb imagery.  Although this 26 minute long presentation is designed to entertain, it is also educational with information on the sensory biology of sharks and their role as top predators in the marine food chain.

The audio-visual and shark dissection is presenter at the following times :

Tuesday           9h00   &   14h00
Wednesday     9h00   &   14h00
Thursday         9h00   &   14h00
Sunday                               14h00

No shows on recognised public holidays.

Watch a shark dissection and see the internal anatomy of one of the ocean's most awesome predators.

Visit the display hall and view the large variety of lifelike replicas of sharks, fish and rays, including that of a 892kg Great White Shark.

Browse in the Curio Shop where a treasure chest of unusual and stylish gift, including hand crafts, T-shirts, leather goods, jewellery and other ornaments, awaits you.

The Curio Shop and Display Hall are open to the public from 08h00 to 16h00 Monday - Friday and Sunday 13h00 to 16h00

PHONE (031) 566 0435

Boat Trips
Look out for dolphins and whales on these early morning boat trips on a Sharks Board skiboat and observe first hand how the meshing crews go about their servicing of the shark nets off Durban's Golden Mile.  Experience and enjoy the sights of Durban as you travel through the harbour and out to sea into the rising sun.
Bookings for this 2-hour trip CALL 082-403 9206

Ushaka Marine World

Ushaka Marine World offers a world of entertainment.  This aqua-marine park has a world-class aquarium, a water theme slide park, village walk, private beach and lots of restaurants and shops.  For more information click on the picture above to look at their website!
Casino
Sibaya Casino
Sibaya Casino is only 20 minutes drive away North of Umhlanga. They offer gaming, live entertainment, conferencing, accommodation and food.  There is also a cultural village.
Tel : (031) 580 5000

You won't believe your luck!
Suncoast Casino
Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World is situated along the beachfront in Durban and offers not only gaming, gambling and Restaurants but also access to one of Durban's cleanest beaches.
www.suncoastcasino.co.za
Nature and Amusement Parks
Crocodile Creek Open 9h30 -17h00
  Tours 10h30 / 11h30 / 12h30 / 14h30 / 15h30
  Feeding 11h00 / 15h00
  Curio Shop - Coffee Shop - Crocodile Dishes - Bush trails
  Tel : (032) 944 3845
Croc Valley Open Tues - Sun : 9h00 - 17h00
  Feeding on Sundays at 15h00
  Crocs - Ostrich - Snakes - Arts & Crafts - Bird watching
  Picnic and Braai - Bush walks - Tea Garden
  Tel / Fax : (032) 525 5374
Umgeni River Bird Park Open 9h00 - 17h00
  Bird Shows at 11h00 and 14h00 Tues - Sun
  Teagarden serves light meals
  Tel : (031) 579 4600
  Fax : (031) 579 4574
Wine Estates
The Stables Wine Estate  
Awarded the 'Most Innovative Tourism Project of the Year 2007'  by TKZN 
Phone:   (033) 2666781
Fax:       (033) 2666252
Cell:       082 441 3701
Email:   judy@stableswine.co.za
Website: www.stableswine.co.za
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