{"id":8658,"date":"2021-09-03T21:22:51","date_gmt":"2021-09-03T19:22:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/?p=8658"},"modified":"2021-09-03T21:22:51","modified_gmt":"2021-09-03T19:22:51","slug":"kzn-south-coast-welcomes-tourism-month-with-specials-celebrations-and-inclusive-tourism-offerings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/activities\/hiking\/kzn-south-coast-welcomes-tourism-month-with-specials-celebrations-and-inclusive-tourism-offerings\/","title":{"rendered":"KZN South Coast welcomes Tourism Month with specials, celebrations and inclusive tourism offerings"},"content":{"rendered":"

The arrival of September marks the start of both Tourism and Heritage Month as well as the welcome warmth and renewal of the spring season. To celebrate this year\u2019s theme of \u2018Tourism for Inclusive Growth\u2019, Ugu South Coast Tourism (USCT) has announced a number of exciting events that highlight the region\u2019s unique hinterland offerings.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cWith the country starting to rebuild after a really challenging few months, we\u2019re looking forward to embracing this year\u2019s inspired tourism theme that seeks to expand the geographical reach of the tourism economy. This provides increased exposure for rural communities and a better tourism offering overall,\u201d explained Phelisa Mangcu, CEO of Ugu South Coast Tourism (USCT). \u201cWe\u2019re using this month to showcase the KZN South Coast\u2019s fantastic rural and agritourism initiatives that align with government\u2019s Programme of Action to create decent employment through economic growth. With tourism one of the region\u2019s biggest economic drivers, it\u2019s vital that we support all emerging businesses throughout the KZN South Coast.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Longest Date Tour Package<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The incredible natural scenery and welcoming communities of the KZN South Coast have made it a prime film destination, with season 2 of the SABC 3 reality TV series, The Longest Date, filmed in the area. To celebrate this, USCT has put together a dedicated Longest Date Tour Package that gives visitors the chance to visit all the magnificent KZN South Coast locations filmed during the season. And, in the first week of September, select media representatives will be visiting some of these and other hinterland locations to generate positive exposure for the area.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A selection of the hinterland offerings include:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Gorgez View<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Lake Eland Game Reserve<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Leopard Rock Coffee Shop & Lookout Chalets<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Oribi Gorge Guest Farm<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Oribi Natural Soaps<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Farmers Lodge<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 The Gorge Private Game Lodge & Spa<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Oribi Vulture Viewing Hide<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Oribi Gorge Wild 5 Extreme Adventures<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Nyamazane Game Ranch<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Lake Eland Zip Lines<\/span><\/p>\n

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September tourism specials<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Tourism Month celebrations continue with a number of unmissable special offerings, starting with the 10-year-anniversary celebration of the Lake Eland Game Reserve Zip Lines (www.lakeeland.co.za<\/a>). In the first weekend of September (Friday, 3 to Sunday, 5), visitors are invited to enjoy this extreme 14-slide adventure through Oribi Gorge at only R300 per person, no bookings required. In addition to this not-to-be-missed experience, the KZN South Coast tourism establishments are offering a number of enticing specials to celebrate Tourism Month. These can be viewed at www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za\/specials\/<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The 9th Ugu Film Festival<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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The region\u2019s film offerings are further highlighted with the 9th annual Ugu Film Festival (UFF) which is running in Port Shepstone from 23 to 26 September in both a physical and virtual format. This event – hosted by Zindela Pictures and supported by the National Film and Video Foundation (The NFVF), Ugu South Coast Tourism (USCT), Saigon Cowboys Pictures, GS Bookings and Aroma Pictures – is a great platform to showcase the area\u2019s rich filming talent and opportunities for both the domestic and international market. Throughout the festival, audiences will get to view dynamic film screenings, talks and industry-driven workshops.<\/span><\/p>\n

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To find out more about the KZN South Coast Tourism Month celebrations and all the tourism offerings, download the free \u2018Explore KZN South Coast\u2019 app from Google Play and Apple stores, or visit <\/span>www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za<\/span><\/a><\/span>. Alternatively, visit the \u2018South Coast Tourism\u2019 Facebook page, or follow @infosouthcoast on Twitter. To view the tour packages and specials, visit the USCT \u2018Specials\u2019 page at www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za\/specials\/<\/a>. For more information, follow the \u2018Ugu Film Festival\u2019 Facebook or visit www.uguff.org<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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