Hibberdene
Named the Gateway to the Hibiscus Coast, Hibberdene lies 97km south of Durban on the subtropical Kwazulu-Natal coast. Miles of unspoiled beach stretch along the breezy Hibiscus Coast, where whales bathe and dolphins frolic in the warm Indian waters. Four out of five of the resort town’s beautiful beaches have been approved for safe bathing, manned by lifeguards during season. Hibberdene is popular all year round, particularly in the June and July months for the renowned Sardine Run. This winter event attracts populations of visitors each year. In summer beach goers can enjoy sunshine, good waves for surfing and scuba diving on the nearby reef. Open water diving can also be arranged, with equipment for hire. Make sure you check out the Summer Festival in December - and for malt-lovers there is a Beerfest in October! For some invaluable education pay a visit to the Space Centre for a whole new take on our galaxy where one can view our skies with state-of-the-art astronomical equipment.
A drive inland will take you do one of the world’s highest abseiling sites, as well as two of the country’s top ten golf courses and other exciting activities such as rock-climbing, white-water rafting and mountain biking. Hibberdene’s hospitality is world-class, with countless guest houses, lodges and bed and breakfasts scattered about the area. Accommodation is both self-catering and service. Hibberdene is celebrated for its authentically local atmosphere coupled with modern tourism facilities and five star attractions. Here, both Zulu and Indian cultures overlap in both an ethically diverse and exotic fusion. Stroll through a Zulu village and enjoy the welcome of the locals, or pay a visit to one of the many art galleries, museums and souvenir shops. Golden sands, ceaselessly warm weather and hundreds of things to do make this pictorial coastline a prime destination for leisure and thrill seekers alike.
