The Village Of Zinkwazi '80 km north of Durban in a coastal conservancy, where the majestic Fish Eagle calls, is a lush paradise on an unspoilt lagoon' Zinkwazi Beach is a small coastal village on the banks of the Zinkwazi Lagoon. The village was known as Zinkwazi (place of the fish eagle, - Zulu) by local tribes as far back as King Shaka. However, Zinkwazi was developed as a residential village, by sugar cane farmers in the area, +/- 100 years ago. The lagoon forms the north eastern border of Zinkwazi and is about 7,5 km long. Going upstream by boat will offer nature lovers a breath-taking diversity of birds, plants and animals. The lagoon is also utilised for all sorts of water activities, such as skiing, windsurfing, paddling etc. The main sea-bathing beach, at the Zinkwazi lagoon mouth, is protected by shark nets, controlled and maintained by the Natal Sharks Board. Beach driving permits can also be obtained by the local authority for the launching of boats and jet-ski's

The Village Of Zinkwazi '80 km north of Durban in a coastal conservancy, where the majestic Fish Eagle calls, is a lush paradise on an unspoilt lagoon' Zinkwazi Beach is a small coastal village on the banks of the Zinkwazi Lagoon. The village was known as Zinkwazi (place of the fish eagle, - Zulu) by local tribes as far back as King Shaka. However, Zinkwazi was developed as a residential village, by sugar cane farmers in the area, +/- 100 years ago. The lagoon forms the north eastern border of Zinkwazi and is about 7,5 km long. Going upstream by boat will offer nature lovers a breath-taking diversity of birds, plants and animals. The lagoon is also utilised for all sorts of water activities, such as skiing, windsurfing, paddling etc. The main sea-bathing beach, at the Zinkwazi lagoon mouth, is protected by shark nets, controlled and maintained by the Natal Sharks Board. Beach driving permits can also be obtained by the local authority for the launching of boats and jet-ski's. Other sporting activities also include surfing, fishing and diving. Both beach and deep sea fishing is allowed. For the diving enthusiasts there is the Black Rock Reef to explore. Zinkwazi is also excellently positioned as a destination for golf enthusiasts. There are two well known and exclusive golf courses within a 30 minute drive from Zinkwazi. Zimbali Golf Estate and Prince's Grant Golf Estate. Darnall Country Club, which is only 6 km away also has a well kept 9 hole golf course and other facilities. From a safety perspective ... Zinkwazi probably has some of the safest beaches and bathing areas on the north coast. This is mainly due to the fact that there is only one entry / exit point to and from the beach. Further more - the village is very secluded from commercialization. (There is only a few small businesses to provide for the basic needs of the community.) Another contributing factor regarding safety and security is, - the nearest township is almost 20 km away, next to Stanger, and during the holiday season, an entrance fee is payable for parking to all the entrances to the beach.