Direct access to walking trails located within the fascinating nature reserve forest and grasslands, a birding deck lookout point with views across the Ohlanga River and scenic picnic sites are popular features that showcase the beautiful “green” environment, an integral and admirable characteristic of the Hawaan Forest Estate.

The Hawaan Forest Estate covers 157 acres and has been meticulously planned to enhance the forest environment through a forward-thinking architectural philosophy and footprint that creates harmony between its indigenous setting and the styles, layout designs, natural building materials and external colour schemes of the homes. All properties are strategically positioned with strict architectural design codes, affording them superb views towards the Hawaan Forest and Indian Ocean. Layouts of homes have been intentionally designed to allow landscaping to permeate all residential and leisure areas and highlight the outside-inside lifestyle theme of the estate. No domestic animals (pets) are allowed on the estate, a necessary sacrifice to protect the birds and wildlife within its natural setting.

Uncompromising security includes a magnificent bridge entrance and exit over a “waterhole” feature and a four-lane manned Gatehouse with strict access control for all residents, visitors and service providers. The perimeters of the estate incorporate state-of-the-art infrared, thermal detection whilst regular security “foot and vehicle” patrols within the estate, complements the professional security support. As a new innovation, motion sensor camera traps have been established with the dual purpose of surveying the boundaries of the Hawaan Forest and nature reserve, as well as capturing ongoing wildlife movements.

Located just five minutes from Umhlanga beaches and village, the Ocean’s Mall, the Gateway Theatre of Shopping and the Umhlanga Ridge business parks, Hawaan Forest Estate also has easy accessibility to the Umhlanga and Gateway hospitals and the King Shaka International Airport – an impressive investment of choice for families, nature enthusiasts and business people alike.