Zimbali" in Zulu means, "The Place of Flowers," and the setting reminiscent of "Far Pavilions". Pure romance takes us through 60 kilometers of waving sugar cane, where we find one of Southern Africa's most exclusive hide-always wrapped in nature. Tom Weiskopf, designer and former British and South African Open Champion, located the course beyond the region's sensitive coastal forest.

Utilizing the natural features it is a course of two different moods as 11 of the holes are built on the rolling hillsides of this sugar cane country, and the other seven are set within indigenous coastal forest. High tees overlooking sweeping fairways, the ocean and several water hazards, are memorable features on the first nine holes. The verdant retreat revives and refreshes the weariest traveler or golfer who will be overwhelmed by this elegant, sophisticated and unspoilt sanctuary. 

Zimbali Country Club Set amongst lakes and wetlands on the Natal Coast, the African classical architecture and unique hand crafted decor and furnishings enhance the luxurious bedrooms. Every detail, including the hand carved furniture, symbolizes traditional values imbued with sophistication and style. Even the bathrooms embody an olde world indulgence with hand molded washbasins, free standing Victorian baths and gloriously fashioned fittings. Each air conditioned en suite, balconied room also enjoys dedicated and personal butler service. Revel in the cuisine which celebrates authentic table d'hôte in Zimbali Lodge's intimate colonial style restaurant, or relax on the terrace with a superb vista to complement al fresco dishes. Guests enjoying high tea in the colonial lounge are served by butlers and the elevated bar, overlooking the 14th fairway is idea for sundowners and delicious light meals in the balmy sub-tropical air. The Zimbali Forest Estate is nature's own wilderness and home to a wide variety wild life. Indulge in a game of tennis, splash out in the pool, enjoy being pampered in the beauty salon or browse through the Logo Shop. Conference facilities for exclusive executive groups include state of the art equipment and support services.