I have heard about Zimbali a few times but this was my first time shooting a wedding there on the beach and I just have to say that it is magnificent.  They describe their lodge as:

“Zimbali Coastal Resort is a breathtaking 700-hectare Coastal Resort situated on a pristine stretch of KwaZulu-Natal’s Dolphin Coast. It is a place of expansive beauty, endowed with lush vegetation and an abundance of indigenous wildlife. Appropriately, it’s Zulu name means ‘valley of flowers’. Featuring inspired architecture that displays an Indonesian influence, the majestic estate offers residents and guests an exceptional quality of life within a pristine natural environment. Zimbali is perfectly positioned to experience the unmatched magnificence of the KwaZulu-Natal province.”

Being a wedding photographer I thought I had arrived in Heaven when I had my first tour of Zimbali.  The architecture is tastefully designed to accomodate the environment (as you can see from the pics with the wall and a tree encapsulating it)  They have their own private beach where you can have your special wedding ceremony, complete with a horse bringing you in and all.

The vegetation is lush and provides a breathtaking backdrop to all beach wedding photos, ensuring that you have a wide variety of backgrounds.  I would recommned having your beach wedding at the Fairmont Zimbali resort on the Dolphin Coast in a heartbeat.  The service is superb and the venue is a slice of heaven…

Riani

Zimbali Beach Wedding Venue