Set on a hillside with panoramic views of the lush subtropical dunes and shimmering Indian Ocean, Hotel Izulu is situated on the Northern KwaZulu-Natal Coast. Situated within the environs of some of the most incredible coastline, there is ample opportunity for sightseeing and exploration.

Hotel Izulu is ideally situated for day excursions to some of Africas most notable treasures. Only two hour drive from two world reowned Heritage Sites, the Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park and the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park.

The St. Lucia Wetland Park is the jewel of South Africa's coastline and stretches along the Zululand coast from Mapelane in the south to Sodwana in the north. It is the third largest park in South Africa with 234,566 hectares in total and the first which was declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1999.

Here you will find coral reefs, amazing sandy beaches, dunes, swamps, wetlands, woodlands, costal forests and Africa's largest estuarine system with the famous St. Lucia Lake which runs parallel to the coast and is separated from the Indian Ocean by the world's highest forested sand dunes. The park is home to a unique variety of species including 521 bird species. The park supports more species of animals than Kruger National Park so you spot leopards, antelopes, bush pigs, buffalos, black and white rhinos, crocodile and hippo to mention just a few. Visitors may also explore the underwater world on scuba dives and view lovely coral gardens as well as giant Manta Rays and Ragged-Tooth or Whale Sharks. The St. Lucia Wetland Park is South Africa's most popular fishing destination and offers great hiking trails, stretching from a few hours to a few days. Other activities include whale watching, boating or horse-riding. This lovely subtropical coastline and a variety of game and activities makes this park a unique adventure.

You'll have that "top of the world" feeling in the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park a World Heritage Site and premier eco-tourism destination where you are surrounded by craggy peaks, sandstone cliffs, tumbling waterfalls and crystal clear streams.

Here the mountains soar to more than 3000 metres. Visitors are awe struck by the world-famous Amphitheatre at Royal Natal National Park where a wall of rock seems to touch the sky. Feel surrounded by the scenic splendour of the mighty Drakensbergs. Step back in history and enjoy the San Rock Art which richly decorates more than 500 caves throughout the mountains and is a legacy to a vanished people.

Observe the bird and grassland animals and enjoy the floral splendour and rich diversity of the hills and mountains. It is truly and experience not to be forgotten.