This holiday haven lies on the subtropical Dolphin Coast of South Africa's famed KwaZulu-Natal Province. Just 45km (28 miles) north of Durban and 5km (3 miles) beyond the bustling resort of Ballito, Shaka's Rock offers visitors the best of all worlds. Swimming, fishing, scuba diving, boat trips, sailing, canoeing, horse-riding, tennis and golf are either on the doorstep or within a few kilometres. Whale and dolphin-watching are also popular at Shaka's Rock.

A novel attraction of Shaka's Rock is "The Kingdom" - a living museum depicting the lifestyle of the early Zulus, Indians and colonists of the area. Shaka's Rock, sometimes spelt Chaka's Rock, is named after the legendary Zulu King Shaka whose warriors are reputed to have jumped off the high rock overlooking the sea to prove their bravery.

Whatever attracts you, Shaka's Rock offers accommodation for all tastes. Accommodation ranges from bed & breakfast guest houses to self-catering cottages, chalets, maisonettes, apartments and houses. The famous sites of Zululand are an easy drive from Shaka's Rock.