Driftwood Estates is proud to call Zinkwazi Beach home — a laid-back coastal village on the North Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, surrounded by lush coastal forest, golden beaches, and a tranquil lagoon. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or looking to invest in your dream coastal property, our team is here to help make your stay or purchase effortless.
For property sales and self-catering accommodation, contact:
📞 Engela Wium: 082 378 3546
📞 Angela Marsberg: 082 049 1179
Driftwood Estates is located at Zinkwazi Junction, your local hub for real estate, rentals, and community services.
Zinkwazi Café – 1 Glen Drive ☎ 032 485 3464
Convenient for light meals, basic groceries, and great coffee.
Closest petrol:
⛽ Stanger – ± 18 km | Umvoti Toll Gate – ± 25 km
Curios:
🧺 Authentic Zulu basketware sold at the beach entrance (in season).
Refuse collection: Monday & Thursday.
Place a max of 2 black bags on the verge in the morning, not the night before — monkeys love to unpack them!
Recycling (green bags): Wednesday 8 AM – plastics, cardboard & glass.
Electricity: Find your Eskom meter number or use the account number when reporting issues: 0860 037 566
Water: Supplied by Umgeni Water & Ilembe Water. Please use sparingly and report leaks: 032 437 9427 / 032 437 9501
For lagoon or ocean launches:
📞 Charles (Beach Manager): 083 375 5399
Bookings and permits via the Zinkwazi Ski-Boat Club (main beach).
For whale/dolphin viewing or deep-sea fishing:
📞 Tracy: 084 446 6813
| Service | Contact |
|---|---|
| Air-conditioning | Anesh 083 335 9872 |
| Bee removal | Kuswayo 079 537 7880 / 072 880 9979 Gavin 082 490 0253 / 031 764 2802 Quintus 083 656 2321 |
| Snake removers | Neville 082 561 4969 / Phillip 082 554 7705 / Rodney 076 666 9005 |
| Pest control | Lynn 083 974 9510 |
| Plumbing / Maintenance | Gordon 076 909 7523 |
| Cleaning / Maid Hire | Alet 083 375 6686 / Tracey 084 446 6813 |
| Security (Alpha) | 032 947 1805 |
| Electrical | Rowan 084 800 6118 |
| Gardens | Tracey 084 446 6813 |
| DSTV | Mannies 032 551 2214 / J Kallichurum 032 551 2983 |
| Locksmith | Selfast 032 551 3133 / After Hours 032 551 1577 |
| Vet | Aloe Vet 032 946 2813 / 061 884 1993 · Ballito Vet 032 946 3052 (AH 082 446 4855) |
| SPCA | Ballito 084 810 4010 |
The North Coast, also known as the Dolphin Coast, offers pristine subtropical beaches ideal for surfing, swimming, and fishing.
⚠️ Please note: Not all beaches are protected by shark nets or lifeguards — always swim at the main Zinkwazi Beach (lifeguards & nets provided).
Nearby beaches include Ballito, Salt Rock, Shaka’s Rock, Thompson’s Bay, Sheffield and Blythedale.
| Service | Contact |
|---|---|
| Police (SAPS) | 032 551 8200 / 10111 |
| Fire / Traffic | 032 946 2711 |
| Ambulance (Netcare) | 082 911 |
| IPSS Rescue / Dillon | 082 876 2049 / 073 244 0811 |
| Hospitals | Kwadukuza Private 032 815 3000 · Stanger Public 032 437 6000 · Alberlito 032 946 6700 · Umhlanga 031 560 5500 |
| Doctors (Ballito Medical Centre) | 032 946 1311 |
| Dentists | Dr Kahder 032 552 7811 / Dr van der Merwe 032 946 1312 |
| Poison Info | 0800 333 444 |
Darnall Country Club (9 holes) – 032 486 1207
Prince’s Grant (18 holes, 20 min drive) – 032 482 0041
Eshowe Hills Golf Estate – 035 474 4884
Maidstone Golf Club – 032 945 0419
Umhlali Golf Club – 032 947 1181
Zimbali Golf Course – 032 538 1041 ext 1
Zinkwazi
Mahogany Reef (Ski-boat Club Bar)
Proud’s Pizza (wood-fired, main beach) – 073 169 2367
Zinkwazi Café – 1 Glen Drive 032 485 3464
Raffia Sports Bar & Restaurant – 032 485 3344
Nearby
Darnall Country Club 032 489 1778
Prince’s Grant (Bunkers Restaurant) 032 482 0005
Ballito Lifestyle Centre – Beira Alta, John Dory’s, Mugg & Bean, Primi, Spur, Wimpy
Zinkwazi Junction – Mini mart, Driftwood Estates, Hair 101, Physio, Cleaning & Garden Services
Stanger (18 km) – SPAR, Checkers, Shoprite
Ballito Lifestyle Centre – Woolies Food, Pick n Pay, Checkers, Décor & Fashion
Gateway Umhlanga – Major shopping & entertainment complex
Harold Johnson Nature Reserve (15 km) – wildlife & Zulu war history 032 486 1574
Amatikulu Game Reserve (30 km) – canoeing, hiking & birding
Dlinza Forest Eshowe (65 km) – boardwalk & forest trails
Shakaland Cultural Village – Zulu heritage & performances 035 460 0912
Zulu Roots Tours – 032 485 3344
Zinkwazi and its surrounds offer some of South Africa’s richest bird habitats with over 450 species recorded. Ask at Zinkwazi Lagoon Lodge (032 485 3344) for bird lists, routes, and guided walks.
Panorama Drive – breathtaking coastal views
Tugela Mouth & Fort Pearson – Anglo-Zulu War sites
Mtunzini & Raffia Palm Monument – Palmnut Vulture spotting
Dolphin Coast Route – from Zinkwazi to Durban via Ballito & Umhlanga
Like anywhere in South Africa, it’s important to stay alert:
Always lock and arm your property.
Keep valuables out of sight.
Report any suspicious activity immediately.
In emergencies, call Alpha Security 032 947 1805 or SAPS 032 551 8200.
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