The Sardine Season
The Sardine season is upon us again and that means so many wonderful things for not only our ocean life but our coastline as well! Book your Sardine Season and July holiday accommodation with us today to make sure you experience the world biggest shoal in all its glory! We’d like to start off by thanking Calvin Thompson Films for this truly incredible video. The sardine run occurs from May through to July when billions of Sardines – or more specifically the Southern African pilchard – spawn in the cool waters of the Agulhas Bank and move northward along the east coast of South Africa. Their...
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While staying at Umdlalo Lodge & Zizi’s Restaurant your chances are very good of spotting the beautiful and endangered Samango Monkeys. We pride ourselves on offering out of this world accommodation, but we can’t take all the credit. While staying at Umdlalo Lodge you are surrounded by unspoiled nature which will have you captivated from the moment you arrive. When enjoying your stay with us, make sure to keep eyes open as the chances are very good you will get to see this amazing animal! Here is some information on these incredible little guys. Appearance Males are larger than females,...
Read More14 destination wedding tips and tricks
If you’re planning a destination wedding you will love our top 14 destination wedding tips and tricks! It will help make your wedding day the most memorable. Wedding planning is one of the most exciting things to plan but it is also rated as one of the most stressful things a person can do. We have compiled this top 14 list to help remove the stress from planning your special day so you can focus on what’s most important…..your dream wedding. 1. Pick the Perfect Spot The location of your wedding determines not only the mood (rustic, sophisticated, beachy), but also the travel, time...
Read MoreBlue Flag Beaches
Experience the magnificence of the Blue Flag Beaches in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. We would like to give a quick shout out and say thank you to Wetu Africa for this awesome video! Book your next holiday at Umdlalo Lodge & Zizi’s Restaurant and experience world class beaches right on your doorstep. The Blue Flag certification is an international award for beaches that maintain cleanliness, security and environmental awareness. Don’t forget to hit the like and subscribe button for more awesome content! Based in Umtentweni on the KZN South Coast, Umdlalo Lodge is an upmarket Four-Star...
Read MoreKey highlights of this year’s South Coast Bike Fest
The Kwazulu-Natal South Coast has many fun and interesting events that take place on a yearly basis. One that we are looking forward to with much anticipation is the South Coast Bike Fest. One of the key highlights of this year’s South Coast Bike Fest has got to be exploring the Margate Festival Beachfront Boulevard and all it has to offer. Regardless if you’re a motorcycle enthusiast or accompanying one. You can rest assured knowing that you are going to have the best 4 days of your life at the South Coast Bike Fest. At the Margate Festival Beachfront Boulevard there is something for...
Read More10 Best Underwater Hotels
Here is our ultimate 10 best underwater hotels! These incredible hotels really take sleeping with the fish to a whole new level! [PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE CONTENT OF THIS ARTICLE DOES NOT RELATE TO Umdlalo Lodge & Zizi’s Restaurant] Ever since Sebastian from ‘The Little Mermaid’ sang that catchy tune ‘Under the Sea’” we’ve been dreaming of a life underwater while being firmly planted on dry land. Much to our delight, this childhood fantasy has become a reality in recent years, thanks to some engineering masterminds. A one-room lodge in Sweden and a three-story townhouse in Dubai...
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