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REGISTRATION

To register for the ACSI National Principals Conference 2026, click on the button below

EXTRA ACCOMMODATION

The hotel has kindly offered the same conference rate to delegates who would like to book extra accommodation on either or both Wednesday, 27th and Saturday, 30th of May.

Sea Circle

SEA VIEWS

The hotel has both full and partial sea views. We will endeavour to ensure that all delegates are placed in full sea-facing rooms, but this may be determined by when your booking is confirmed. The deadline for registrations and full payment is 24 April 2026.

CONFERENCE PACKAGES

The cost of the conference is all inclusive: accommodation, all meals, a soft drink at meals, tea and coffee
during the day, and conference fees are covered. There should be no other hidden costs besides your
transport costs to and from Durban and the venue, any other activities of your choosing, and your flights, if
applicable. The cost of the conference is as follows:

Standard shared accommodation:

R4 850,00 per person (two people in a room, sharing with a spouse or a colleague). Should you not be sharing with a spouse, and you know of a same-sex colleague with whom you would like to share, kindly indicate the person’s name on the registration form.

Standard single accommodation:

R6 450,00 per person (only you in the room).

Day Conference:

Based on our experience of the past two conferences, principals who stayed at the venue gained the most from the experience and the opportunity to network. However, should those staying close to the venue wish to make use of the day rate only (excluding bed and breakfast but including lunch and dinner on Thursday and Friday and lunch on Saturday), the conference day rate will be R2 950,00 per person.

TRANSPORT

Getting from King Shaka International Airport to the Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel. The hotel is just over 30km from the airport, so it is a 30-minute drive if there is no traffic.

On arrival at the airport, you will be approached by e-hailing drivers, either from Uber or other taxi/shuttle services. We do not recommend using an Uber driver without going through the app, or any taxi/shuttle service driver without arranging it beforehand.

UBER

To make use of the Uber service, you or someone in your team will need to have an Uber profile with access to the Uber app, either on a phone or another device. The trip may be organised once you land at King Shaka International Airport, or it may be pre-booked.

Uber trips to and from King Shaka may be reserved here. Reserved trips are more expensive than organising them in real time.

In terms of pricing, the following prices are an approximate price, during out-of-peak times for the trip one way:

  • Uber Go (2 people) ±R180,00
  • UberXL (6 people) ±R290
  • UberX (3 people) ±R250,00
  • Comfort (3 people) ±R320,00

Where to go at the airport

  • The pick-up for Uber trips is from the multi-storey parkade (MS) Level -1.
  • From arrivals, you exit the airport on the left-hand side and walk to the left.
  • You will see a sign that says, ‘E-hailing Pick up point MSP Level -1’.
  • Take the escalator down one level, and walk towards the e-hailing spot in the underground parking.
  • If you have the app, there will be directions to the undercover area for both pickups and drop-offs.

EZ SHUTTLE

EZ Shuttle offers airport and general transfers, allows online booking, and has a 24-hour contact number.

Their prices are as follows:
R680,00 (1-3 people)
R1050 (4-13 people)

Contact details: www.ezshuttle.co.za
Email: info@ezshuttle.co.za
Cell: 0861 397 488 (24 hours)

SHAKA TOURS AND SAFARIS (INCLUDING SHUTTLE SERVICE)

Shaka Tours and Safaris is a company that has an office in the Elangeni reception area. Their airport transfers are R640,00 (1-2 people) and R100,00 per person added thereafter. If a delegate misses his/her flight, an additional R640 will be added for the second transfer.

Contact details:
Email: info@shakatours.com
Cell: 064 067 8219 / 083 779 6158

The company also organises tours and safaris, so you are welcome to contact them if you are interested in these activities.

Details that are needed when booking:
1. Name, contact number and email address.
2. Flight number and flight time (arrival and departure).
3. Number of people travelling together.

ACTIVITIES

Golf on Thursday morning

For those of you interested in a morning of golf at the Beachwood Golf Course on Thursday, tee-off times are booked for 08h20 and 08h28. Nine holes cost R120,00 per person and 18 holes cost R180,00 per person. Hiring a golf cart is R200,00 for nine holes and R350,00 for 18 holes. If you are interested, please let Kean Broom know at kbroom@treverton.co.za. Booking is essential.

DURBAN RICKSHA BUS CITY TOUR EXPERIENCE

Hop onto Durban’s Ricksha Bus for an exciting
Durban city tour that blends history, culture and
amazing scenery, all from the top deck of the
famous Ricksha Bus.

This is a 2½-3 hour city tour twice daily, from
09h00 to 12h00 and 13h00 to 16h00.

The Ricksha Bus Tour takes you on a threehour adventure through Durban’s most iconic sights, including:

  • Victoria Street Market – A lively marketplace filled with spices, crafts, and traditional African and Indian goods.
  • Francis Farewell Square – A historic square paying tribute to the city’s early colonial history.
  • Durban Beachfront – Enjoy stunning views of the Golden Mile and its bustling promenade.
  • Berea & Florida Road – Drive through these trendy neighbourhoods, known for their vibrant cafés, galleries, and nightlife.
  • Mitchell Park & Morningside – See beautiful
    green spaces and upmarket residential areas.
  • The Cube Viewpoint – One of Durban’s best panoramic viewpoints, offering spectacular city and ocean views.
  • Wilson’s Wharf – A popular waterfront
    location with stunning harbour views.
  • Durban City Centre – Experience the lively
    urban energy of Durban’s downtown district.

The rates are R110,00 per person. No bookings are taken for groups under 20. Places are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and you are required to be at the pick-up point an hour before the tour starts. The pick-up point is in walking distance of the hotel.

Contact details:
https://visitdurban.travel/tour/ricksha-bus-city-tour
Email: info@visitdurban.travel
Cell: 031 322 4209 / 031 322 0047

USHAKA MARINE WORLD (10-MINUTE DRIVE FROM THE HOTEL)

The UShaka Marine World is a world-class
entertainment theme park and tourism destination
located on Durban’s Golden Mile. The venue
brings together cultures, like no other place in
Africa, into a safe, secure and clean environment
that resonates with the sound of fun, laughter and
the spirit of togetherness.

The following highlights are on offer:

  • Sea World – South Africa’s largest aquarium
  • Cargo Hold – contemporary dining
  • Sea Animal Encounter Island – an island adventure like no other
  • Village Walk – South Africa’s number one outdoor shopping mall

Go to https://ushakamarine.com/ for more
information, rates and times.