Treat Your Valentine With Something Special In Zululand

Are you looking for something different and unique to treat your loved one this Valentine's Day? Look no further, we have a bunch of good ideas and romantic treats that is bound to warm your loved one's heart. From dinners to unusual getaways.

Pack a picnic breakfast and treat that someone special in your life to a meal in the treetops at Dlinza Forest Aerial Boardwalk in Eshowe. The Boardwalk extends into the forest canopy, giving you a literal birds eye view. butterflies, birds, spectacular views, the ideal romantic spot. For more information, contact 035 474 4029

Take a sunset cruise through the Richards Bay Harbor. Port Sail Charters has daily harbor cruises and there is no better way to enjoy the spectacular sunset that gently cruising along with a glass of champagne. The rare Humpbacked Dolphin is often seen around the harbor as are flocks of terns, Fish eagles and even Pelicans and Flamingos if you are lucky! Visit www.portsail.co.za or Tel 073 156 7825 for more information and bookings.

Why not break away for an evening and treat your loved on and yourself to a couples aromatherapy massage at Lavernderlane near Mtunzini. You get to pick from African Rungu, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi, Indian Head, indulgent foot and full Aromatherapy. Prior booking essential. Visit www.lavenderlaneoils.com or Tel 083 682 2584 for more information



Events and Special Offers

• Celebrate Valentine's at Umfolozi with a delectable buffet dinner for two at the elegant Umoja Bistro. The price is R330 per couple and includes a welcome cocktail and hearty buffet meal. PLUS one lucky couple will win a midweek stay at the beautiful 4-Star Peermont Mondazur Hotel and Spa in Southbroom, KwaZulu Natal. Bookings are essential, please call Sharon Meyer on 035 787 8267 or e-mail: smeyer@umfolozicasino.co.za.
• Bishops Guest House In Eshowe is holding a Valentines Day special for R630 per couple per night. Prince includes breakfast, a romantic turn down as well as a special gift for the ladies. An ideal location for an easy escape. Tel 035 474 2371 for reservations and more information.
• Adams Outpost Restaurant, set alongside the historical Fort Nongqyai in Eshowe in a beautiful quiet environment are offering a special Valentine's Dinner menu. From smoked salmon to crumbed calamari and sizing Champagne cocktails, your taste buds will be enthralled. Reservations essential, Tel: 035 474 1787
• Why not step out and do something totally different? Malule Safaris has overnight Valentine's Day packages to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Game Reserve and the iSimangaliso Wetland Park Eastern Shores area. Packages include transport, luxurious accommodation, romantic dinners and night drives. For full details and reservations email: info@malulesafaris.com or Tel 035 789 0521
• African Essence Spa, in Richards Bay and Empangeni have a Valentine's Day special for an Indian Head Massage at only R120, a treat your loved one is bound to relish. Email: info@africanessencespa.co.za or Tel 035 772 1853 / 035 753 3339 for more information and bookings.
• Spoil your loved on with a delicious buffet dinner at Woodpecker Inn in Richards Bay for only R150 per person. Bookings are essential. Tel 035 786 1230 for more information and reservations. 
• Want to do something totally exciting and adventurous?  Take a 30 minute Valentine's Day flight over Richards Bay with Richards Bay Air Carriers and make a memory that will last a lifetime. Tel 035 786 0146 or email pilot@aircarriers.co.za for reservations or more information. 
• Enjoy a tantalising carvery at the De Hoff Cellar Restaurant (Protea Hotel Empangeni) for only R155 per person. Bookings essential. Tel: 035 772 3322
• Order your pre-wrapped milk chocolate hearts from the Empangeni SPCA and they will hand deliver it to your loved on. For more information Tel: 035 792 9129
• Book your romantic table for two at the Dros (Richards Bay Waterfront) on Valentine's Day and stand a chance to receive a complimentary bottle of Champagne. Tel 035 788 0493 for reservations. 
• The Kwambo Club is hosting a special Valentine's Evening meal for just R125 and includes a free glass of bubbly on arrival. Tel: 083 895 7913 for reservations. 
• Treat your loved one to a traditional Valentine's Day carvery at the Protea Hotel Richards Bay for R155 per person. Bookings essential on Tel 035 753 1350