Since launch in 2022, the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast Agri-CULTURE Tours are fast establishing the South Coast as an attractive agritourism destination offering a host of family-friendly adventures and giving visitors an experience beyond the traditional sites.
The Agri-Tourism Route is one such offering, with the farmlands presenting a chance for outdoor adventure and home-grown tastes. The Agri-Tourism tour gives visitors a taste of homegrown produce, from bananas and vegetables to coffee, with fun outdoor activities to try including fishing, quad-biking, or simply picnicking, says Phelisa Mangcu, CEO of the South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE).
According to Mangcu, the yearround warm climate and nutrient-rich soil have seen the KZN South Coast's agriculture sector increase in dominance. “We realised that this area was ripe for further economic opportunities. As an organisation tasked with unlocking the
