With its incredible natural beauty – including the highest number of Blue Flag beaches in the province – 11 golf courses, adventure and teambuilding activities, the KZN South Coast is an increasingly popular MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and events) destination. From intimate conferences to corporate events in seaside hotels, countryside resorts and game lodges – the KZN South Coast has it all! If you’re planning your next 2025 corporate event, here’s where to book.
“Forward-thinking companies are already planning corporate retreats, events and other business-driving get-togethers for the upcoming year,” commented CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE), Dr Vusumuzi Sibiya. “While cost is always a factor, more and more companies are looking to immerse their employees in a serene environment that rejuvenates body and mind, leading to a more productive working year. The KZN South Coast ticks all the boxes, with affordable conference and accommodation venues ranging in size, and ideal teambuilding activities in nature. Now’s the time to book on the KZN South Coast!”
KZN South Coast Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Events (MICE) destinations
The KZN South Coast has a number of key MICE venues, all of which have overnight accommodation and conference facilities. From here, excursions to beaches, golf courses, nature reserves, and hinterland adventures can be arranged for teambuilding or leisure.
1. The Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape by Dream Resorts
Location: Scottburgh
Website: www.bluemarlinhotel.co.za
Conference capacity: 60 to 100
Description: Located right on the seaside, everything is taken care of at this resort, making it ideal for corporate bookings. The Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape hits the mark for affordable, high-end retreats with modern facilities, a top-class spa, great food and drinks. Teambuilding activities are in abundance, with charter boats for scuba diving, as well as the nearby Crocworld Conservation Centre home to Jikaleza Outdoor Adventures – an aerial ziplining excursion.
2. Premier Resort Cutty Sark
Location: Scottburgh
Website: www.premierhotels.co.za/cutty-sark/
Conference capacity: 44 to 190
Description: Located on Scottburgh’s Main Beach, this resort offers a serene coastal escape on the KZN South Coast set within 14 acres of lush, indigenous vegetation. This is the ideal venue for business travellers, with proximity to popular attractions like world-class dive-site Aliwal Shoal, making it a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.
3. Selborne Park Golf Estate, Hotel & Spa
Location: Pennington
Website: www.selbornehotel.co.za
Conference capacity: 30 to 140
Description: This site offers a variety of affordable accommodations with all 49 of the colonial-style rooms air-conditioned. There are top facilities including a pool, tennis courts, sauna, and championship golf course making this the ideal golf day destination.
4. Pumula Beach Hotel
Location: Umzumbe
Website: www.pumulabeachhotel.com
Description: Pumula Beach Hotel is unique in its location, situated right on one of the KZN South Coast’s Blue Flag beaches. There are never-ending golden beaches, protected bathing, rock pools, and excellent fishing opportunities. The hotel is also located near many local attractions for corporate events.
5. Lake Eland Game Reserve
Location: Oribi Gorge
Website: www.lakeeland.co.za
Conference capacity: 30
Description: For an authentic African experience, this is a top MICE destination. Covering 2500 hectares of ecosystems of bushveld, grassland, coastal forest, and wetland with an on-site spa, employees will find a place to relax. There are also endless activities for corporates, from game drives, horse riding, trail biking, and scootours, to paintball, ziplining, extreme tours, and suspension bridges.
6. ANEW Resort Ingeli Forest
Location: Harding
Website: www.anewhotels.com
Conference capacity: 100 to 200
Description: Situated below the Ingeli Mountain range near Kokstad within a breathtaking indigenous forest is this perfect MICE destination. There are 43 spacious country rooms, great features and amenities, with four event spaces.
7. San Lameer Resort Hotel and Spa
Location: San Lameer
Website: www.sanlameer.co.za
Conference capacity: 60 to 140
Description: The intimate hotel offers 40 rooms and suites within this secure beach and golf coastal reserve. The centrepiece of San Lameer is the 18-hole championship golf course, ideal for corporate golfing events. There’s also an on-site spa, swimming pool, gym, and great dining.
8. The Estuary Hotel
Location: Port Edward
Website: www.estuaryhotel.co.za
Conference capacity: 60 to 100
Description: Boasting incredible accommodation, there is so much to do at this top-class hotel. There’s a protected beach for fishing, angling and deep-sea fishing with jet skiing on the Umtamvuna River. Nearby facilities allow for scuba diving, tennis, horse riding, mountain biking and bowls. All of these are ideal for teambuilding activities, with great food and an on-site spa available.
9. Wild Coast Sun Resort
Location: Port Edward
Website: www.suninternational.com/wildcoastsun
Conference capacity: 80 to 900
Description: There’s an 18-hole championship golf course on the rear doorstep with the Indian Ocean as the backdrop. At the Wild Coast Sun, conferencing is not just about brainstorms and tea breaks, it’s an entire experience that will leave guests feeling inspired. This is the place for corporate events, business summits and seminars, workshops, brainstorming sessions and meetings – with five main event venues customised to accommodate delegates.
To further assist, SCTIE launched the Meeting Planner Guide resource to assist corporates and conference organisers in accessing information for business conferences, meetings, teambuilding events, and accommodation requirements. To access the KZN South Coast Meeting Planner Guide, visit www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za.
Now’s the time to visit the KZN South Coast
The incredible KZN South Coast continues to lead as a destination of choice because of its diverse and unmatched tourism offerings. The warm Indian Ocean is the site for some of the world’s best diving at Marine Protected Areas, Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks, with swimming, surfing, and fishing popular attractions.
Head inland for hiking, biking, and 4×4 adventures in the great outdoors with the many nature reserves ideal sites for picnics and birdwatching. Up the speed with some motorsports action at Dezzi Raceway, or indulge in the many cultural and heritage experiences found here. Discover the region’s farming gems with an agri-rural outing that includes sampling fresh produce and adventure activities.
Find out more by visiting the KZN South Coast website; following South Coast Tourism on Facebook; South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise on YouTube; @infosouthcoast on Twitter or Instagram; and South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise on LinkedIn; and downloading the ‘Explore KZN South Coast’ app. Click here to check out previous SCTIE press releases. Watch why KZN South Coast is a top tourism destination here. Check out the latest Southern Explorer Route Guide for the KZN South Coast here.
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Author: Agnes Matladi from Olivia Jones Communications on behalf of SCTIE.
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