Feel like a break from the beach and want a day out with the family? Below is a list of just some of the great local attractions the whole family can enjoy. From water slides to diving the aliwal shoal, there is an attraction for everyone.
Local Attractions
Wild Waves Water Park
Featuring some of the world’s best and latest rides, the Wild Coast Sun Wild Waves Water Park has an incredible and exciting assortment of water activities to appeal to all ages. Thrill-seekers can enjoy the adrenaline-pumping Aqualoop, Superbowl, the steep Speed Slides or Boomerango and those looking for more relaxed fun can enjoy the leisurely Lazy River and regular Body Slides.
Distance from Bazley: 97,3 km towards Port Edward ( 1 hour 8 min Drive)
Address: Main Bizana Road; Eastern Cape; 5,2 km south of Port Edward; Kwa-Zulu Natal
Phone: 039 305 4800
For more information check out their website – Wild Waves Water Park
CrocWorld
Come and enjoy an exciting and educational experience, getting up close and personal with our wonderful creatures. Relax in indigenous landscaped gardens and take in our beautiful sea views.
Crocworld Conservation Centre exists to connect people to nature and encourage people to embrace it as part of their lifestyle. Besides being able to offer a fun and exciting day out for the whole family we believe we also have a role in furthering knowledge of the environment
Distance from Bazley: 43,8 km towards Durban (33min Drive)
Address: Crocworld, R102, Scottburgh, 4180, South Africa
Phone: 039 976 1103
For more information check out their website – CrocWorld
Zip Line Tours
Lake Eland Game Reserve has pushed the boundaries when it comes to thrill seeking adventures, with the construction of their 4.5km Zip Line tour which soars across the magnificent Oribi Gorge.
The Tour consists of 14 zip lines starting at the top of the Gorge. The most memorable zip line is number 6 which soars over the 300m high Gorge. The views from that height are breathtaking and you are left feeling exhilarated when you reach platform 7. Another zip line crosses over the lake and if you stretch your toes far enough you might just be able to touch the water! The final slide is through a tunnel and across a river.This is definitely something you should try, whether you’re young or old, it is an adventure of a lifetime and something you will cherish for many years to come.
Lake Eland Zip Lines is the LONGEST ZIP LINE TOUR IN AFRICA.
Distance from Bazley: 76,8 km from Bazley (1 hour 2 min Drive)
Address: Google Map Directions
Phone: 083 257 9468
For more information check out their website – Zip Line Tours
Ushaka Marine World
The world class uShaka Marine World, situated in Durban, South Africa, opened its turnstiles to the general public on April 30th 2004. uShaka has fast positioned itself as a key attraction on Durban’s Golden Mile, offering a world of entertainment, excitement, fun and uniqueness.
uShaka has brought together cultures, like no other place in Africa – into a safe, secure and clean environment that resonates the sound of fun, laughter and the spirit of togetherness. Entertainment is non-stop, extending from the daytime operations of Sea World, Wet ‘n Wild, and uShaka Beach, to the night time festivities of the Village Walk.
Distance from Bazley: 84,2 km towards Durban (58min Drive)
Address: 1 King Shaka Avenue, Point, Durban
Phone: 031 328 8000
For more information check out their website – Ushaka Marine World
Wild 5 Adventures
Wild 5 adventures, based on site at the Oribi Gorge Hotel, offers a range of ADRENALIN-inducing activities that guarantee to get your blood pumping! Activities include The Wild Swing, The Wild Slide (Zip-line), Abseiling, White Water Rafting, Ballistic Paintball and Hiking/MTB Trails.
Distance from Bazley: 43,8 km from Bazley (33min Drive)
Address: Crocworld, R102, Scottburgh, 4180, South Africa
Phone: 082 566 7424
For more information check out their website – Wild 5 Adventures
Epic Go Karting
Welcome to the home of Epic Karting, KZN’s latest adrenaline centre and one of Pietermaritzburg and Amanzimtoti’s favourites! Our Amanzimtoti circuit is for pure racing. It allows you the opportunity to show off your skills as you dodge the pillars in the car park of Galleria Mall. This circuit really will get your heart racing! It is a relatively new venue and we are very excited to be able to offer you the opportunity to race this close to the sea and the shops!
Distance from Bazley: 62 km towards Durban (41min Drive)
Address: Shop P1 woolworth Entrance, Mezzanine Level Car park, Galleria, Amanzimtoti
Phone: 031 904 5470
For more information check out their website – Epic carting
Fishing Charters
Sea Hunter fishing charter is situated in Rocky Bay, Scottburgh just 30 minutes from Durban and 45 min drive from Margate. Our skipper has years of deep sea fishing experience and our primary focus is to provide a memorable adventure trip, with safety as top priority. We launch at first light in the mornings and stay out till about 1 pm. We launch from Rocky Bay, Park Rynie, Scottburgh. We usually first do some trawling for gamefish and later do bottom fishing. This boat is certified to carry 12 people and have ample space to fish. We provide all bait and tackle and all you need to bring is your hat, sunblock and refreshments. Our bait is pre-cut so you don’t need to do this messy job on the boat, leaving you with less chance of getting sea sick and more time to fish.
Distance from Bazley: 20 km towards Durban (18 min Drive)
Address: Skiboat Club, Rocky Bay (on the R102), Park Rynie, South Africa, 4180
Phone: 082 333 3446
For more information check out their website – Sea hunter
Scuba Diving
Aliwal Dive Centre offers some of the most exciting scuba diving in the World, here on Aliwal Shoal. Dive with Ragged Tooth Sharks, Tiger Sharks and Manta Rays, Dolphins and Whale Sharks. Enjoy our great South African hospitality at Aliwal Dive Lodge and further your Dive education at our PADI 5* Instructor Development Centre. When you choose Aliwal Dive Centre for your South African diving adventure, you can rest assured that our professional and dedicated team will have one aim in mind, to ensure you have a holiday of a lifetime.
Distance from Bazley: 36 km towards Durban (27 min Drive)
Address: No 2, Moodie Street, Umkomaas, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Phone: 039 973 2233
For more information check out their website – Aliwal Shoal
Shark Cage Diving
We launch from the safest launch site on the Natal South Coast – Rocky Bay. We are specialists in Shark Cage Diving, Shark Diving Trips, Shark viewing at the Aliwal Shoal South Africa. This is truly an exciting once in a lifetime experience – bond with family, friends or colleagues as you get close up to sharks in South Africa
Distance from Bazley: 20 km towards Durban (18 min Drive)
Address: Shark Cage Diving, R102, Park Rynie, 4182
Phone: 082 373 5950
For more information check out their website – Shark Cage KZN
Aqua planet Dive Centre
AQUA PLANET DIVE CENTRE AND CHARTER is situated in SHELLY BEACH, on the Kwa-Zulu Natal South Coast of South Africa. Our comprehensive dive centre offers PADI scuba diving courses, a dive charter to PROTEA BANKS, tours and packages, as well as a well stocked dive shop – with a few extras. Whether you are interested in snorkeling, new to diving or an experienced diver, AQUA PLANET DIVE CENTRE AND CHARTER has a dive experience to suit your needs.
Distance from Bazley: 59 km towards Margate (42min Drive)
Address: The Emporium, Corner of Marine Drive and Kings Road, Shelly Beach, KwaZulu Natal
Phone: 039 315-7524
For more information check out their website – Aqua Planet