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ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS

Near Seaforth Country House

Much to do on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast

Beaches, fishing, diving, safaris and shopping - we have it all!

Thompson's Bay named after the family

The beach is the main attraction for most visitors and the Dolphin Coast has 5 kms of magnificent golden beaches and sheltered coves from which to choose, including one named after Trevor Thompson’s grandfather, Thompson’s Bay! The Dolphin Coast is home to many exciting rock & surf fishing spots and many game fish are caught offshore by local fishing enthusiasts. Some of the beaches offer excellent diving spots for the spear fishermen and beautiful reefs for the scuba diver.

There are many interesting places along the Dolphin Coast to explore. These include Crocodile Farms, an Animal Farm, Sugar Mill, Pottery Gallery, a “Zulu” experience and the historical King Shaka Trail. Other activities on offer are 5 great Golf Courses, Horse riding, Quad Bikes, Mountain Bike Trails, Microlight Flips and Dolphin Viewing at sea.

There is a fantastic range of shopping centres and a wide variety of restaurants in the area.

Safaris in KwaZulu-Natal

World-class Game viewing within a few hours drive of Seaforth Country House

Expert experience in Game and bird viewing is available to you!

Trevor Thompson's knowledge of animals & birds and his bushcraft will help make your South Africa safari an unforgettable experience. Let Trevor advise, plan and book your Safari for you!

He has intimate knowledge of KZN Wildlife venues, like, Hilltop, Imfolozi, Mkuze or Drakensberg resorts like Thendele, Giant’s Castle etc! He can also help you with St Lucia and Maputoland resorts such as Tembe Elephant Park, Kosi Forest Lodge etc!

Trevor’s knowledge & experience of this part of Kwazulu-Natal will cost you no extra at all! He will advise you on your itinerary,( See below) so that you spend the right amount of time in the right place! He can organize your safari, whether it be an intensive “off-road” big 5 experience, or the standard Ranger driven 4x4 game drive in Hluhluwe or Umfolozi Game Reserve; or a self-drive safari in your own vehicle.

Suggested Itinerary

This is an example of what you can expect

Trevor can book and plan this for you at no extra cost!
Day 1

Arrive Durban Airport. Pick up your rental and spend 1 or more nights relaxing with us here at Seaforth Country House.

Day 2, 3 and 4

Head north for 2 hrs to KZN’s premier..Imfolozi Game reserve, the southern part of Hluhluwe Imfolozi Park. Very affordable Mpila Camp or a Private bush Lodge for 2 or 3 nights. Imfolozi has wonderful diversity in habitat and is home to some beautiful birds as well as the Big Five. Game walks with knowledgeable game wardens will escort you and enthral you with their bush knowledge!. Two excellent Birdhides on waterholes!

Day 5 and 6

Head north through the reserve to Hluhluwe, to Hilltop camp. Accommodation is in comfortable thatched chalet cottages all equipped with self-catering although B&B rate applies. (They have a restaurant). More hilly terrain than Imfolozi but equally blessed with big game and birdlife.

Day 7 and 8

Head further north to either Mkuze Game reserve or Ndumo park. These are situated in the ‘sand forest’ region and have prolific diversity in birds. Wonderful water bird paradise as well as gorgeous bush birds. Big Five also!

Day 9 and 10

Head south to St Lucia to iSimangeliso Wetland park. There are many B&Bs and Lodges from which to choose, but ask Trevor! Take a river cruise and get up really close to crocs and hippos in the estuary ..a World Heritage site. Another opportunity to see unique waders and wetland birds!

Day 11

Head south back to Seaforth Farm. (3 hrs) before flying out or continuing to the Drakensberg resorts like Giant’s Castle, or Thendele or numerous other mountain retreats…all great value for money and stunning scenery!

Should you be interested please address your interests directly with Trevor on info@seaforth.co.za for further information.
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