Things to do near
Salt Rock
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
distance.
Spa and Wellness
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Ballito (0.5 km from Salt Rock) Oceanview Day Spa is nestled in the quaint town of Ballito in a private, Tuscan villa overlooking the Indian Ocean.
All of the treatments on offer aim to revitalise the body and restore health and balance to the mind and body. There is something for everyone, whether you suffer from stress, back pain, indigestion, or simply feel the need to spoil yourself to a relaxing treatment.
The spa works with state-of-the-art equipment and has a wonderful hydrotherapy spa bath to destress and relax your mind and body. There are various packages and specials to choose from, as well as individual treatments.
Beaches
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Sheffield Beach (0.7 km from Salt Rock) Sheffield Beach is a rather small beach if you were to compare it to others in the area. It is well known as a good spot for scuba diving and spear fishing.
Beaches
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Tinley Manor (4.7 km from Salt Rock) Tinley Manor Beach is a lovely swimming beach, complemented with rock pools on one side and a tidal pool at the other end of the bay.
Like many other beaches in this part of the north coast, Tinley Manor Beach boasts a beautiful offshore reef formation that offers scuba divers and snorkel enthusiasts an amazing underwater world to explore.
Beaches
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Shakas Rock (5.6 km from Salt Rock) A popular beach for ski-boat launches, Shaka's Rock also has a reputation as great swimming and surfing beach.
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Ballito (5.6 km from Salt Rock) Located between Ballito and Chakas Rock along Ocean Drive, Thompson Bay Beach is a sheltered cove providing a great place for swimming and angling.
Shark nets and life guards on site will ensure you can bathe in safety.
Beaches
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Ballito (6.5 km from Salt Rock) Willard Beach is the main attraction for visitors to Ballito. Part of the Dolphin Coast's magnificent stretch of golden beaches and sheltered coves, Willard Beach is perfect for a day of fun in the sun. From swimming beaches that are protected by shark nets and attended daily by professional life savers, to popular surfing spots and tidal pools, the Dolphin Coast has it all.
One of the top KwaZulu-Natal beaches, Willard Beach is set against a backdrop of holiday accommodation and tourist facilities. The long sandy beach is great for leisurely strolls and family beach fun. The sea is warm and the surf is good. Plenty of entertainment options include scuba diving, microlite flips and a selection of great seafood restaurants.
Spa and Wellness
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Ballito (7 km from Salt Rock) La Montagne Hotel and Express Spa offers luxury treatments in a stylish atmosphere, as well as a 7 day spa service. The spa is located only 40 km from Durban in the subtropical bay of Ballito.
The spa and hydro facilities include a couples treatment room, single treatment room, outdoor poolside treatments, and an all-inclusive spa package with dinner and bed and breakfast.
Book yourself in for a relaxing day away anytime between 8:00 and 22:00 from Monday to Sunday.
Popular Attractions
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Ballito (7.6 km from Salt Rock) Deep-sea fishermen can be assured that their excursion with Dirty Harry Charters will be a memorable and exciting one.
With knowledgeable and experienced skippers, you will be well looked after. Boats and equipment are top class and maintained regularly. Contact Dirty Harry to arrange your trip.
Golf Courses
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Ballito (7.7 km from Salt Rock) In 1961 Umhlali Country Club was established as a 9 hole golf course, some years later and under the skilful hand of Peter Matkovich, the course was redesigned and a 2nd nine holes were added.
Both the course and the club underwent a total transformation in 2006, still under Peters’ watchful eye, and the results speak for themselves.
Today this world class 18 hole golf course has a halfway house, pro shop, golf cart hire, bowling greens, five tennis courts (of which two are floodlit), secluded swimming pool and two glass-backed squash courts.
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Ballito (7.9 km from Salt Rock) ZenJu Day Spa is a small exclusive day spa situated in tranquil settings within the heart of Ballito/North Coast Natal.
ZenJu offers a number of holistic treatments including massages, facials, nails, manicures, pedicures, waxing/tinting, body scrubs/wraps, and spa packages.
ZenJu is situated in the Coco De Mer Boutique Hotel, as well as having a smaller branch in The Vineyard Guest House.
Spa and Wellness
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Ballito (7.9 km from Salt Rock) ZenJu Day Spa is a private day spa situated in the heart of Ballito. You can relax on the luxurious veranda, enjoy a drink by the pool or kick back in the tranquil, lush garden.
A variety of individual beauty treatments are offered, including massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, body scrubs, eyelash extensions, and much more. The spa also caters for couples and group bookings, and online gift vouchers are available.
Be sure to look our for their exclusive Women's Day, Father's Day and Christmas package specials.
Beaches
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Ballito (8.1 km from Salt Rock) Walk 15 minutes south of Willards Beach and you will reach the beach and rock pools of Clarke Bay. The beach is protected by shark nets and there are lifeguards on duty.
Further south at Ballito Point is a tidal pool, great for swimming but caution is advised if there is big surf. Ballito Point offers an excellent left break for surfers.
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Shopping Malls
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Ballito (8.1 km from Salt Rock) The Quarter Boutique Shopping Centre is a multilevel shopping complex neighbouring the first dedicated conference centre in Ballito.
A piazza-style food quarter on the upper level offers fine dining, and both indoor and al fresco style dining. Other retail and services include beauty therapy, a professional hair salon, a barber, a photographic studio, a dance studio and fashion boutiques.
Bars
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Ballito (8.5 km from Salt Rock) Shakers cocktail bar is based in the Ballito village (North Coast - KZN), and is one of Ballito's premier nightlife venues. Shakers was founded in 2007 as a people-friendly venue, with a focus on service, entertainment, class, and safety.
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Ballito (8.8 km from Salt Rock) South of Ballito you'll find Salmon Bay; a popular beach among the surfer crowd and the designated launch site for Ballito's Inflatable Boat Clubhouse.
Easy to find as it's at the south end of Compensation Beach Road, you'll find two parking lots and a nice area of golden sand to soak up the sun and relax.