A unique wilderness haven to start your happily ever after, with the space and freedom to celebrate from sunup to sundown and through to the morning after.
Set on a deserted old prawn farm on a river mouth and coastal reserve on the KZN North Coast, The hatchery offers a unique wedding destination close enough to the major centres yet different enough to place guests in the moment. The history of the facility was kept in mind when converting the facility and the buildings look much like they did when prawns were spawned here. The result is a venue that offers a unique blend of comfort and rustic old cool in an idyllic setting.
The wedding venue offers a ceremony deck with a panaromic view of the lagoon below. Alternately a ceremony on the dunes can be arranged, offering views of the lagoon, ocean, and reserve.
The Hatchery offers a ‘blank canvas’ reception area where you can let your imagination run wild. We have loved the creativity of our clients and hosted a great variety in wedding themes at The Hatchery, from vintage earthy neutrals to vibrant carnival coloured fiestas... we have the space to allow you to bring your wedding dream to life!
The Hatchery can accommodate up to 150 guests at the wedding reception, with 50 beds on the property catering for overnight guests. The surrounding villages of Mtunzini and Zinkwazi offer ample accommodation options for overflow guests. Our 'bush setting' away from residential areas allows our guest the freedom to celebrate from sunup until sundown... and well into the morning after. What a better way to start your happily ever after than to having no time cap with family and friends.
The Benefits...
What other wedding venue facilitates formal fancy attired ceremony to casual 'kom ons kuier lekker saam' without skipping a beat! No travel time, no traffic. Go from wedding to holiday mode with your nearest and dearest faster than you can say "here comes the bride".
After your "I do's" you can be relaxing with family and friends in our cool pools with a glass of champaigne or a cold beer.
We cannot thank the Hatchery enough for everything they did for us on our big day. Anne Marie you are a champ. What a beautiful setting and soul fixing place you have there. We will definitely be back!
- Holley Talbot
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A recent wedding I shot down at the 'epically' quirky The Hatchery in Amatikulu, KZN! This venue offers the most creative spaces for couples to capture their special day! Definitely check it out for either an occasion or just a cool weekend away with friends
- Kim Steinberg Photography
Zinta and Wouter's Wedding Gallery by Kim Steinberg Photography
If you’re looking for a unique and freeing space to start your ‘happily ever after’, come and experience our wilderness haven.
Gallery of recent weddings at The Hatchery
Venue hire fees start at R10 000 for smaller weddings (up to 30 people).
For larger weddings, the venue hire is R17500 (up to 100 guests).
We look forward to your visit to view our unique venue and discussing your ideas on how to make your special wedding holiday truly unique and exactly 'your vibe'.