ACCOMMODATION:
Zimbali Lodge is a 5-Star boutique hotel offering five-star luxury accommodation, and is decorated to complement the natural surrounding forest. The classical architecture is accentuated by warm wood and russet autumn tones. The bathrooms are luxurious and feature Victorian baths from the turn of the century. Each room has a mini bar which is well stocked with a selection of beverages, light snacks. Butlers are on hand to attend to the guest's every need including room service and a very select ensemble of delicious snacks and light meals grace the room service menu.

The Zimbali Lodge has a total of 76 rooms situated in individual lodges (2 lodges of 8 rooms and 6 lodges of 10 rooms), located away from the main Lodge and set in magnificent subtropical gardens.

KING BEDROOMS:
- 28 King Bedrooms
- King-size bed

Standard Amenities:
- A butler station
- Colour satellite television with remote control
- Radio
- En-suite bathrooms with separate showers

DINING & BARS:

RESTAURANT & FOUNTAIN COURT:
Capacity: 90 guests
Operating Hours:
Breakfast: 06h30 - 10h30
Light Snack Menu:11h00 - 17h00
A tea Menu is also available
Dinner: 18h30 - 22h30

The restaurant accommodates ninety guests indoors, with outdoor dining on the Fountain Court. This intimate venue, in which the décor enhances the colonial mood of the Lodge, is lavishly designed, incorporating the rich hues of crafted wooden furniture and specially designed fabrics. The chef insists that only the freshest ingredients are good enough for the delicious meals presented at Zimbali Lodge.

Breakfast:
Breakfast is served in the restaurant or in the secluded Fountain Court and the menu includes Continental breakfasts and Cooked breakfasts with delicious plates of Eggs Benedict, Eggs Florentine and French Omelettes. Golfers with early morning tee-off times can enjoy a Continental breakfast. Alternatively, your personal butler can serve breakfast in the comfort of your luxurious bedroom.

Lunch:
The emphasis is on lightness, freshness and healthy eating. The lunch menu comprises of a choice of exotic salads, light grills and fish. Lunches can be enjoyed on the patio or at the pool-deck.

Dinner:
The dinner menu is an A'la Carte and a local speciality menu.

THE LOUNGE:
Capacity: 45 guests
The superbly appointed Lounge has a magnificent fireplace and its colonial elegance provides a delightful after dinner venue. Nightcaps are served and include coffee, cognac and liqueurs.

POOL BAR:
Hours: 10h00 - 01h00 daily
Elevated on stilts, high above the fourteenth fairway and offering a magnificent view of the Indian Ocean, guests can enjoy a light lunch and drinks in the beauty of the great outdoors. The bar is open to the balmy subtropical air and overlooks the swimming pool area with its backdrop of lush, indigenous forest. A variety of cigars are also available.

FACILITIES / ACTIVITIES:
Tennis:
There are two floodlit tennis courts. Tennis rackets and balls are available for use by Lodge residents, from the Lodge reception.

Swimming:
The beautiful pool area is incredible with its scenic appointment overlooking the Ocean. The pool appears to meander directly into the sea and offers guests a tranquil and relaxing diversion. Sun loungers, umbrellas and towels are available around the pool.

Beach & Lake:
Guests can soak up the sun and the splendour of the beach or the unique lakeside and even enjoy an al fresco picnic. The secluded beach pool is equipped with umbrellas, loungers are provided. Refreshments can be purchased at the the beach kiosk. This stretch of coastline is not designated for swimming however, other bathing beaches are located nearby.

Horse Riding:
Take a gentle canter around the estate on horseback, meander through the indigenous forest and onto the beach, accompanied by experienced guides. Bookings can be made via concierge.

Bird and Butterfly Watching:
As a protected environment, the Estate is home to a wide variety of birdlife, magnificent butterflies and buck.

Forest Walks:
Enjoy the splendour of this sub-tropical forest with a brisk walk or a leisurely stroll. You may encounter a shy buck along the way.

Golf:
The superb 18-hole championship golf course has been designed specifically for use by golf cart and offers one of the most breathtaking, scenic golf experiences in the world.

Health and Beauty Spa:
Guests can treat themselves to the health and luxury they deserve, with a whole range of therapies. There are 4 treatment rooms for body treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures and massages as well as a Health Hydro Shower.

Hours:
Mondays to Fridays from 8am to 8pm
Saturdays from 8am to 6pm
Sundays from 8am to 1pm.

Booking is essential. Rejuvenation is the key element of state-of-the-art equipped Health Spa. At the helm of Zimbali Health & Beauty is Camelot International. The international range of Matis beauty products are used.

Treatments and therapies:
One, two or three-day programmes incorporating health, skin and body treatments as well as hydrotherapy, skin exfoliation, aromatherapy and reflexology.

Beauty treatments include:
- Manicures & pedicures
- Eyelash and eyebrow tinting
- Eyebrow shaping and waxing
- Spa Soleil
- A variety of skin treatments

ZIMBALI COUNTRY CLUB:
The Zimbali Country Club's Golf Course is a par 72 championship course, designed by former South African PGA and British Open Champion, Tom Weiskopf. This course is both challenging and superbly beautiful, offering world-class standards for top players and higher handicap players alike.

Hours Members' Bar open to visitors from 17h00 - 19h00 when the restaurant is closed.

Tee off Times:
18 Holes 9 Holes
Summer 07h00 to 13h30
(with 10-minute intervals) Last tee-off time at 15h30
Winter 07h00 to 12h00
(with 10-minute intervals) Last tee-off time at 14h30

Pro Shop:
The Club's Pro Shop stocks everything necessary for the dedicated golfer with a wide range of Zimbali Lodge logo accessories.

Country Club:
Golfers can have their clubs conveniently stored for them at the Club House whilst not in use and locker room facilities are also available. The Club's Halfway House offers a variety of light and comprehensive meals and the Crowned Eagle Restaurant and Bar offers a delicious A'la Carte menu.

Golf Cart Hire (Compulsory)
Zimbali is a GOLF CART COMPULSORY golf course, therefore walking spectators are NOT permitted. No “Gemini“ carts can be accommodated on golf carts. Special and Peak Season rates are subject to change without notice.

DIRECTIONS:
From Johannesburg, Gauteng
From central Gauteng, take the N3 following the signs to Durban. On reaching the greater Durban area, follow the signs to the North Coast, this will lead you directly onto the N2 North Coast freeway. It is about 6 hour drive from central Johannesburg.

From Durban, KZN:
Take the N2 North following signs to the North Coast and Umhlanga. Continue on the N2 and take the M4 turnoff (just before Ballito) and follow signs to Zimbali Lodge.

CAR RENTAL:
Avis car rental is represented at Zimbali Lodge

MEETINGS & CONFERENCES:
Venues:
- Imbiso
- Tugela
- Umgeni

GROUP SERVICE DESK:
- Message facilities
- Faxing
- Photocopying
- Secretarial services
- Florist
- Entertainment

EQUIPMENT:
- Digital data projectors
- Built-in sound systems with roving microphone
- Provision for laptop presentations
- Video recorders and television sets
- Overhead projectors
- Slide projectors
- CD Palyers
- Spotlights

CLIMATE:
September - October - 24 Degrees Celsius
November - March - 27 Degrees Celsius
April - May - 23 Degrees Celsius
June - August - 20 Degrees Celsius

DURBAN:
Africa's bewitching seaside playground in the sun, Durban has from its earliest days possessed a special charm...a certain mystique that adds 'something extra' to the meeting of warm Indian Ocean, radiant golden sands and lush sub-tropical greenery. The creation of Durban Metro beckons visitors to this sublime paradise with yet another bonus...the addition of three invaluable elements to our ever- evolving, ever-widening portfolio of irresistible attractions. To offer the broadest possible spectrum of unforgettable experiences, we've brought to your holiday doorstep the magnificent environment and cultural wonders of the Valley of a Thousand Hills, long and tranquil beaches of the South and up-market ambience of the historic and culturally-rich Sugar Coast.

Durban Metro is where the proud Zulu nation meets East and West...a wealth of influences to entertain and enthrall with traditional warrior dancers, mystic fire-walkers and colonial heritage. Sample the unique vibrancy of township life, the finest curries outside India and a calendar filled with thrilling, spectacular events.

We're sports-crazy and equipped for it...hosting countless international contests at our magnificent venues - including the beach. While estate golf inland features high on the list of courses that abound, you can also tee off alongside the ocean or pause on the green as the field thunders by on race day. Speaking of which, we host two of our country's premier horseracing draw-cards...but should you not fancy their odds, there are always the slot- machines and gaming tables of our Sugar Mill casino!

Sophisticated and cosmopolitan, Durban Metro after dark is abuzz with elegant lounges, funky taverns and cozy inns...distinctive local theatre and live music...trendy clubs, pubs and discos. Rave 'till dawn and catch sunrise over the vast Indian Ocean horizon - this is nightlife in a modern, authentic African metropolis!

From your luxury hotel, self-catering apartment or back-packers' lodge, all the delights of our 'mega-city' are linked by efficient transport services...the same network that connects you with the star attractions a little further afield. No less than two World Heritage Sites wait among the majestic Berg, teeming Bush, endless Beach and monumental Battlefields that lie within your easy reach.

Our Kingdom of the Zulu is a holiday destination quite unlike any other...its Durban Metro, a gateway equally unique. We look forward to introducing you to this vast array of thrilling adventures... beginning with the charismatic, multi-faceted and progressive city the Zulu people know as Thekweni.