Guidebook for Simbithi Eco Estate

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Guidebook for Simbithi Eco Estate

Food Scene

With little boutique shops next door and an extensive incredible menu with a lovely outdoor area. Sage is MUST! Food is amazing, we eat their 3 x a week.
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Sage Cafe & Deli
1 Old Fort Rd
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With little boutique shops next door and an extensive incredible menu with a lovely outdoor area. Sage is MUST! Food is amazing, we eat their 3 x a week.
Best coffee in Ballito!
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Vovo Telo
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Best coffee in Ballito!
Award winning chef! Food is phemoninal
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Fig Tree Restaurant
Sagila Lane
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Award winning chef! Food is phemoninal
Awesome Indian food. A signature style – updating classics, re-inventing local flavours, going far beyond curry – to map a modern spice route… http://www.spicerestaurant.co.za/
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Spice Restaurant
37 N Beach Rd
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Awesome Indian food. A signature style – updating classics, re-inventing local flavours, going far beyond curry – to map a modern spice route… http://www.spicerestaurant.co.za/
Argentine Style Charcoal Grill Restaurant - The food is just absolutely phenomenal. https://www.tripadvisor.co.za/Restaurant_Review-g312612-d7023569-Reviews-Eat_Local_Grill-Ballito_KwaZulu_Natal.html
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EAT LOCAL GRILL
12 Library Lane
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Argentine Style Charcoal Grill Restaurant - The food is just absolutely phenomenal. https://www.tripadvisor.co.za/Restaurant_Review-g312612-d7023569-Reviews-Eat_Local_Grill-Ballito_KwaZulu_Natal.html
Best selection of German beers on the coast. I recommend their bucket of Erdinger Weissbier. Ask for their selection of German schnapps, they may even have Kleiner Keiler in stock. Enjoy the Gemütlichkeit, great food and amazing location. Nice family destination.
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Siggi's German Restaurant
63 Basil Hulett Dr
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Best selection of German beers on the coast. I recommend their bucket of Erdinger Weissbier. Ask for their selection of German schnapps, they may even have Kleiner Keiler in stock. Enjoy the Gemütlichkeit, great food and amazing location. Nice family destination.
This is a must for superb food. I give it 5 stars! Fiamma Grill is an Italian Grill House that does things differently. Our focus is on our superb cuts of grain fed and matured meat, spectacular seafood dishes and seasonal specials that keep our guests wanting more. Our restaurant transcends quality and freshness expectations through the fresh produce we source via local markets.
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Fiamma Grill
63 Compensation Beach Rd
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This is a must for superb food. I give it 5 stars! Fiamma Grill is an Italian Grill House that does things differently. Our focus is on our superb cuts of grain fed and matured meat, spectacular seafood dishes and seasonal specials that keep our guests wanting more. Our restaurant transcends quality and freshness expectations through the fresh produce we source via local markets.
The Waterberry Coffee Shoppe in Ballito is a delightful Italian bakery and coffee shop. The team serves delicious homemade food, from light lunches to the most decadent lemon meringue pie and sublime cheesecakes! As well as having ample inside seating, The Waterberry also has a lovely shaded deck area, perfect for those hot North Coast summer days.
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The Waterberry Coffee Shoppe
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The Waterberry Coffee Shoppe in Ballito is a delightful Italian bakery and coffee shop. The team serves delicious homemade food, from light lunches to the most decadent lemon meringue pie and sublime cheesecakes! As well as having ample inside seating, The Waterberry also has a lovely shaded deck area, perfect for those hot North Coast summer days.
As one of the Dolphin Coast’s favourite eateries, Al Pescatore continues after generations of success, earning its status as one of the area’s oldest restaurants too. Daily specials are part of the excitement and appeal of Al Pescatore. Trevor delights in coming up with fabulous dishes that include his famous pastas (meat, seafood and vegetarian options available) and a smorgasbord of pizzas. There are also scrumptious starters (such as the popular Gamberia Sorpresa, which is a dish of baked prawns, garlic and a variety of cheeses). No meal at Al Pescatore is complete without dessert, which is best savoured while enjoying the views of the warm Indian Ocean waters.
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Al Pescatore Italian Restaurant
14 Edward Pl
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As one of the Dolphin Coast’s favourite eateries, Al Pescatore continues after generations of success, earning its status as one of the area’s oldest restaurants too. Daily specials are part of the excitement and appeal of Al Pescatore. Trevor delights in coming up with fabulous dishes that include his famous pastas (meat, seafood and vegetarian options available) and a smorgasbord of pizzas. There are also scrumptious starters (such as the popular Gamberia Sorpresa, which is a dish of baked prawns, garlic and a variety of cheeses). No meal at Al Pescatore is complete without dessert, which is best savoured while enjoying the views of the warm Indian Ocean waters.
This is a true gem, food is amazing!
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The Delish Sisters
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This is a true gem, food is amazing!

Parks & Nature

Visit the Hole in the Wall at Thompson's Bay.. Voted top 10 attractions of what to see in Ballito! 2.5 K's away from the Estate. Private beach entrance from the South gate.
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Пляж Томпсонс
9 Rock Ln
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Visit the Hole in the Wall at Thompson's Bay.. Voted top 10 attractions of what to see in Ballito! 2.5 K's away from the Estate. Private beach entrance from the South gate.
A fantastic and safe place to go ... Lovey walk down the brach from Salt Rock to Shakas Rock beach. Beach nice and clean! 2.2 K's From Simbithi
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Пляж Salt Rock Beach
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A fantastic and safe place to go ... Lovey walk down the brach from Salt Rock to Shakas Rock beach. Beach nice and clean! 2.2 K's From Simbithi
Amatikulu Nature Reserve (about 30 mins north of Ballito) – this little reserve has some incredible picnic spots and walking trails. An ideal outing for the entire family. The reserve boasts Zebra, Giraffe and other small antelope including incredible bird watching (some of the best birding on the North Coast)
Amatikulu Nature Reserve
Amatikulu Nature Reserve (about 30 mins north of Ballito) – this little reserve has some incredible picnic spots and walking trails. An ideal outing for the entire family. The reserve boasts Zebra, Giraffe and other small antelope including incredible bird watching (some of the best birding on the North Coast)
The Sugar Rush park is growing in what they have available and it's a worthwhile trip to go and visit. Kids can ride bikes on the small tracks available or anyone (need a permit) can head off onto the proper bike tracks from here. There is a kids' playground area, lots of lawn, the Jump Park, lazer tag, a beauty salon, coffee shop & restaurant and a few craft beers. Good for a family day out when you've had enough of beaching.
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Парк Шугар Раш
Esenembe Road
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The Sugar Rush park is growing in what they have available and it's a worthwhile trip to go and visit. Kids can ride bikes on the small tracks available or anyone (need a permit) can head off onto the proper bike tracks from here. There is a kids' playground area, lots of lawn, the Jump Park, lazer tag, a beauty salon, coffee shop & restaurant and a few craft beers. Good for a family day out when you've had enough of beaching.
Set over 300 Ha, Rain Farm Game Lodge has undertaken to bring down the fences on a further 300 Ha to make this a small piece of African Conservancy 10 minutes out from the bustle of Ballito Giraffe, Zebra, various antelope, Wildebeest and hundred of birds can be spotted on scheduled Game Drives. Great for Horse riding - http://www.sa-venues.com/things-to-do/kwazulunatal/rain-farm-horse-trails/
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Rain Farm Game Lodge
Esenembi Road
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Set over 300 Ha, Rain Farm Game Lodge has undertaken to bring down the fences on a further 300 Ha to make this a small piece of African Conservancy 10 minutes out from the bustle of Ballito Giraffe, Zebra, various antelope, Wildebeest and hundred of birds can be spotted on scheduled Game Drives. Great for Horse riding - http://www.sa-venues.com/things-to-do/kwazulunatal/rain-farm-horse-trails/

Sightseeing

Holla Trails is definitely one of KZN's secret spots for mountain biking and trail running! With a massive stretch of land available for use and sporting amazing scenery it's certainly one of the best spots in and around Ballito for getting on the Bike or doing some Trail Running.
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Holla Trails
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Holla Trails is definitely one of KZN's secret spots for mountain biking and trail running! With a massive stretch of land available for use and sporting amazing scenery it's certainly one of the best spots in and around Ballito for getting on the Bike or doing some Trail Running.

Drinks & Nightlife

Delicious local craft beer
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The Great Railroad Brewing Company
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Delicious local craft beer
Amazing venue - drinks specials where insane... friendly staff, all round great night.
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Crush Night Club
25 Sandra Rd
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Amazing venue - drinks specials where insane... friendly staff, all round great night.
Good food....nice specials that are good value for money. Don't forget about karaoke on a Thursday night.
Grandstand Sports Bar and Grill
Good food....nice specials that are good value for money. Don't forget about karaoke on a Thursday night.
Ballito’s beaches are home to many jewels, and Hops (previously known as The White House) is one of them. This restaurant enjoys some of the best views in the country, perched on the KwaZulu-Natal coastline. Watch whales and dolphins in the warm Indian Ocean as you sip on an ice-cold beer and snack on our fresh, novel flavours. The menu boasts typical pub fare that is made to order. However, it is famous for its bottomless draught beers and remains the only known pub in the world that offers this. There is a range of draughts, all served cold and crisp. For those that prefer wines, our wine list is extensive. No corkage fee is charged for a wine that is not available on our wine list.
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Hops Restaurant & Bar Ballito
14 Edward Pl
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Ballito’s beaches are home to many jewels, and Hops (previously known as The White House) is one of them. This restaurant enjoys some of the best views in the country, perched on the KwaZulu-Natal coastline. Watch whales and dolphins in the warm Indian Ocean as you sip on an ice-cold beer and snack on our fresh, novel flavours. The menu boasts typical pub fare that is made to order. However, it is famous for its bottomless draught beers and remains the only known pub in the world that offers this. There is a range of draughts, all served cold and crisp. For those that prefer wines, our wine list is extensive. No corkage fee is charged for a wine that is not available on our wine list.
Mid Month Saturday at the Litchi Orchard, Foxhill. Set in the orchard of an authentic Litchi Farm, the Litchi Orchard holds regular Saturday Morning Farmers Markets and a monthly Night Market with live musical bands. Guests are welcome to bring their own picnic baskets or sample from an array of deli products
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The Litchi Orchard
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Mid Month Saturday at the Litchi Orchard, Foxhill. Set in the orchard of an authentic Litchi Farm, the Litchi Orchard holds regular Saturday Morning Farmers Markets and a monthly Night Market with live musical bands. Guests are welcome to bring their own picnic baskets or sample from an array of deli products

Essentials

Lifestyle Centre is known and loved for the personal touch, the great food and family fine dining offerings, and the beautiful design that integrates indoor and outdoor in a way that really brings the feeling of “street-scene” shopping to life. This is a place where international trends and local flavour mix perfectly. A place where you can feel at home, relaxed, comfortable and just be yourself. It captures the essence of living life the Ballito way. You will feel it in the air.
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Ballito Lifestyle Centre
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Lifestyle Centre is known and loved for the personal touch, the great food and family fine dining offerings, and the beautiful design that integrates indoor and outdoor in a way that really brings the feeling of “street-scene” shopping to life. This is a place where international trends and local flavour mix perfectly. A place where you can feel at home, relaxed, comfortable and just be yourself. It captures the essence of living life the Ballito way. You will feel it in the air.
Excellent for some well needed R&R
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Simbiosis the spa at Simbithi
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Excellent for some well needed R&R
Tiffany's has a Spar, Clicks, 2 x restaurants, coffee shop to name a few, all the essentials in Salt Rock! http://www.saltrockshopping.co.za/
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Y.O.L.O Party Shop
Salt Rock Road
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Tiffany's has a Spar, Clicks, 2 x restaurants, coffee shop to name a few, all the essentials in Salt Rock! http://www.saltrockshopping.co.za/

Shopping

The R1.4 billion new 65,000m2 Ballito Junction Regional Mall is already more than 80% full, with more than a year-and-a-half before it is due to open in March 2017 http://www.ballitojunctionshopping.co.za/
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Nu Metro Ballito Junction
Ballito Drive
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The R1.4 billion new 65,000m2 Ballito Junction Regional Mall is already more than 80% full, with more than a year-and-a-half before it is due to open in March 2017 http://www.ballitojunctionshopping.co.za/
Gateway Theatre of Shopping is the ultimate retail and entertainment destination. Find everything under one roof in this super regional shopping centre that hosts some of the most elite retail stores in South Africa http://www.gatewayworld.co.za/ 22 min drive from the Estate.
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Spar - Gateway
Palm Boulevard
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Gateway Theatre of Shopping is the ultimate retail and entertainment destination. Find everything under one roof in this super regional shopping centre that hosts some of the most elite retail stores in South Africa http://www.gatewayworld.co.za/ 22 min drive from the Estate.

Getting Around

Various car rental places here
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King Shaka International Airport
King Shaka Dr
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Various car rental places here
If you need a car in Ballito..
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AVIS Rent a Car - Ballito, Durban
100 Compensation Beach Rd
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If you need a car in Ballito..