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Carol: 083 653 3311
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- Rooms are equipped with a Smart TV, microwave oven, air-conditioner and ceiling fan
- Mini-Kitchenette
- Bar Fridge
- Work station with built in charger plug points
- Uncapped Wi-Fi
- Rooms are serviced and cleaned daily (except Sundays and public holidays)
- Meals on request
- Personal laundry on request
- Netflix / You Tube
- Gas Braai available
- Richards Bay Airport
- Boardwalk Inkwazi Shopping Mall
- Meer en See Marlin and Lakeside Shopping Malls
- Multi Sports Club
- Ski Boat Club (membership)
- Meer en See Boat Club (membership)
- Zululand Yacht Club
- The Tuzi Gazi Waterfront
- Alkantstrand / beach and viewing platforms
- Various Restaurants and Take-Away places
- Mzingazi Golf Club & Restaurant (two minutes away)
- Dolphin Lookout
- Deep Sea Fishing Charters can be arranged
- Bay Hospital and Cancer Hospital
Richards Bay is considered to be the industrial and tourism centre of the area and occupies 37% of the total 796sq/km municipal area. With a population of 50 000 Richards Bay is situated 180km NE of Durban on the coast.
Richards Bay began its existence as a small fishing town and flourished with the development of the Port of Richards Bay, the country’s deepest and largest port, in 1976. It has been earmarked by the Government as one of the countries growth and development points, and through Richards Bay / Empangeni Spatial Development Initiative (SDI) will attract a great deal of new investment. Richards Bay is already home to some of the country's most productive and lucrative industries.
Richards Bay as a tourist destination
Richards Bay’s resounding success is owed to thoughtful town planning and stringent nature conservation principles. This has ensured the industry; tourism and nature co-exist in harmony. The town and its surrounds have vast expanses of untouched indigenous vegetation, and many natural lakes and marshes, making it one of the most picturesque tourist destinations in the country. The town boasts an abundance of wildlife, including leopards, hippos, crocodiles and monkeys. Over 300 species of birds can be spotted in and around town, making it a bird watchers paradise. A crocodile sanctuary situated along the N2 Highway at the Mposa turn off, offers a close up look at these cunning reptiles. Humpback dolphins and whales frequent visits the Richards Bay waters and can be viewed from a specially erected viewing point at Alkantstrand Beach. The Enseleni Nature Reserve, which is home to wildebeest, zebra, reedbuck and other small mammals, offers hiking trails that take visitors through the Zululand bushveld, and along the banks of the Nseleni River.
Richards Bay is a sporting enthusiasts’ haven. The all year round summer and warm Indian Ocean make an ideal training environment. The protected beaches, the Tuzi Gazi Waterfront and the bay area serve as a water sports playground. Over weekends vibrant buzz echoes the shores as all kinds of vessels take to the water, providing pleasant entertainment for those basking in the sun or relaxing in the cool shade of the Casuarina trees. The roads and cycle tracks are accustomed to dedicated padding of local joggers and walkers, and cyclists zooming about are a common phenomenon. The local country club boasts a magnificent 18-hole championship golf course situated on the banks of Lake Mzingazi. The breath taking sceneries and unexpected visits from local hippos, crocodiles, monkeys and fish eagles complement this challenging course.
For those who prefer working out indoors there is a fully equipped modern franchised health gym. The numerous public swimming pools are ideal for serious training or simply for cooling down.
A large variety of shops in the CBD offer all of the modern day convenience and services that we all take for granted. Businesses are always prepared to go the extra mile and visitors can look forward to excellent friendly service. Entertainment facilities include cinemas, games rooms, pubs, restaurants and coffee shops. The modern shopping centres have everything you need under air-conditioned roofs, making shopping a pleasure. The community’s healthcare needs are taken care of by the caring and competent doctors at the Medicross clinic and Netcare’s Bay Hospital. Visitors have a wide selection of accommodation to choose from, depending on their budgets and requirements.
One of Richards Bay’s greatest assets is its people. The community is made up of many different cultures, each of which play an important role in enhancing the town’s character. Visitors are encouraged to experience these cultures first hand, and local tour guides offer cultural tours to Esikhawini, Nseleni, Ngwelezane and Vulindlela.
Centrally situated
Richards Bay is centrally situated and serves as a perfect base when exploring Zululand. Zululand is rich in diversity and is the ideal holiday destination where nature lovers can explore the internationally acclaimed game reserves and visit spectacular wetlands, outdoor and sporting enthusiast can take advantage of the sub-tropical climate, endless beaches and abundant water bodies and cultural and heritage seekers can visit the Zulu cultural villages, museums and markets.
How to get there
BY AIR:
SA Express conduct daily flights between Richards Bay and Johannesburg.
BY ROAD:
The two main feeder roads to Richards Bay are the N2 highway from Durban (South) and Pongola (North), and the R34 from Vryheid and Melmoth (West). The condition of the roads between towns ranges from average to adequate, and road signage is in accordance with international codes. The Greyhound Bus runs between Richards Bay and most major centres.
BY SEA:
Richards Bay is the first port of call with world-class facilities for vessels coming from the east. The Zululand Yacht Club and the Tuzi Gazi Moorings cater for the international yachting fraternity.
- SAP Richards Bay 035 901 2475/78
- SAP Empangeni 035 901 5800
- Ambulance 10177
- Netcare Bay Hospital 035 780 6111
- Netcare 911(ambulance) 0800 333 444
- Life Empangeni Garden Clinic 035 902 8000
- Ngwelezana Hospital 035 901 7000
- ER 24 Ambulance 084 124
- Sea Rescue 035 753 1991/082 990 5949
- Travel Clinic 035 789 8309
- Eskom 086 020 4560
- Farm Watch 035 792 0070
- Fire Rescue 035 797 3911
- Life Line 035 789 7788
- Childline 0800 055 555
- Rape Crisis Centre 035 902 8517
- Snake-Catcher 082 950 1929