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Make the most of the Dolphin Coast

From high-energy adventures and wildlife encounters to relaxed beach days, creative experiences, and scenic coastal walks, Ballito has something for every kind of getaway.

Explore Ballito

19 things to see and do

Sugar Rush Park in Ballito 01

Sugar Rush Park

Tree trails, paintball, laser tag, archery, axe throwing, hiking, mountain biking, putt-putt, go-karts, a reptile park, food and drinks.

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Adventure Valley zipline in Ballito 02

Adventure Valley

Experience ziplining and parazipping through the forest for an exciting outdoor adventure.

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Ballito Microlight flight above the coast 03

Ballito Microlight Flights

Take a scenic microlight flight over Ballito and the Dolphin Coast, with opportunities to spot dolphins and whales.

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Holla Trails at Sugar Rush Park 04

Holla Trails

Explore the outdoors with mountain biking, trail running, hiking and a network of scenic trails.

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Primate at Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary 05

Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary

Enjoy guided wildlife experiences and meet a variety of animals, including exotic primates.

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Thompson's Bay beach in Ballito 06

Thompson Bay

Swim, relax, take photos, explore the beach and enjoy the popular tidal pool.

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Shaka's Rock beach and tidal pool 07

Chaka's Rock

Enjoy tidal-pool swimming, beach walks, relaxing and exploring the beautiful coastline.

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Ballito beachfront beside the promenade 08

Ballito Promenade

Walk, run or cycle, watch the sunrise or sunset, visit the beach and stop at nearby restaurants.

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Ballito beach on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast 09

Ballito Beaches

Spend the day swimming, surfing, sunbathing, walking along the shore or simply relaxing.

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Ndlondlo Reptile Park at Sugar Rush Park 10

Ndlondlo Reptile Park

See snakes and reptiles while learning about different species at Sugar Rush Park.

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Tactical Action Games at Sugar Rush Park 11

Tactical Action Games

Try paintball, laser tag, archery, splatball and axe throwing at Sugar Rush Park.

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Create X Madame Butterfly at Sugar Rush Park 12

Create X / Madame Butterfly

Paint ceramics, canvases, tote bags and more with a creative session at Sugar Rush Park.

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Colourful gemstones at Scratch Patch Ballito 13

Scratch Patch

Search for colourful gemstones and stones, then take your favourites home from Sugar Rush Park.

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Ballito Parkrun at Sugar Rush Park 14

Ballito Parkrun

Join a free 5 km run or walk every Saturday morning at Sugar Rush Park.

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Goldrush Ballito gaming venue 15

Goldrush Bingo Ballito

Enjoy bingo, gaming and entertainment at Ballito Junction.

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The Jump Park indoor trampoline venue in Ballito 16

The Jump Park

Have fun with indoor trampoline and jumping activities for an energetic day out.

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Stalls and visitors at Ballito Farmers Market 17

Ballito Farmers Market

Shop for fresh produce, enjoy food and drinks, browse local crafts, listen to live music and let the kids play.

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Children meeting animals at Flag Animal Farm 18

Flag Animal Farm

Meet over 1,000 animals, enjoy pony and tractor rides, animal shows, a dinosaur park, playgrounds and a splash water park.

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Go-kart racing at Ace Karting Ballito Junction 19

Ace Karting

Race go-karts on an indoor track at Ballito Junction. A fun activity for friends, families and groups.

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Quick picks

Choose your kind of day

For the crew

Best with friends

  • Sugar Rush Park
  • Adventure Valley
  • Ace Karting
  • Tactical Action Games
  • Microlight Flights
  • Holla Trails

For two

Best date ideas

  • Microlight flight
  • Ballito Farmers Market
  • Beach and tidal pool
  • Ballito Promenade
  • Creative painting
  • Flag Animal Farm

Easy on the wallet

Cheap and free

  • Ballito beaches
  • Thompson Bay
  • Chaka's Rock
  • Ballito Promenade
  • Parkrun
  • Hiking and trails