Stretched between Durban and Port Edward, the South Coast is a slice of paradise in KwaZulu-Natal, outlined by Indian Ocean beaches and a tropical heart of lush green vegetation. All along its inviting shores, you will find quaint holiday villages and South Coast beach resorts, from Amanzimtoti to Margate, and Port Shepstone to Port Edward.
Sunny and warm for most of the year, it’s no surprise that the region is a hotspot for family holidays – and with plenty of pet friendly accommodation South Coast holidays are perfect for families with fur-children too! The warm waters of the Indian Ocean and soft-sand beaches of the region invite surfers and sunbathers, while further away from the shore, scuba diving and deep sea fishing are on the menu for the more adventurous, while inland, there are plenty of South Coast hikes to keep you moving.
For slower-paced getaways, the South Coast is known for its excellent golf courses, interesting flora and fauna in its nature reserves, and incredible bird watching for avid twitchers. Of course, the annual sardine run in winter is a thrilling natural spectacle to witness and one of the top attractions in the South Coast.
South Coast activities and things to do
- Visit the area during June and July to catch the annual sardine run.
- Go diving at Aliwal Shoal near Amanzimtoti, one of the top 10 dive sites in the world!
- Head to Pennington Beach to play golf or head out to sea for some excellent diving and snorkelling around Rocky Bay.
- Get your coffee fix in Port Edward when you visit Beaver Creek Coffee Estate.
- Visit Southbroom for its unspoiled sandy beach and renowned Southbroom Golf Club.
- Explore the Frederika Nature Reserve, a lush, tropical paradise between the Mbizane and Kaba rivers.
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