VISIT KZN SOUTH COAST

Known as the Paradise of the Zulu Kingdom, the KZN South Coast starts 30 minutes south of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

From Scottburgh, the 170km coastline runs to Port Edward, incorporating 58 beaches, and stretches inland to Harding.

The KZN South Coast is a favourite holiday destination for South Africans and international visitors alike who soak up its year-round sunny weather, while enjoying the warm Indian Ocean and lush hinterland.

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Your guide to all the places to see on the South Coast

Great Drives Out

Umzumbe

Umzumbe, which is near Port Shepstone, gives its name to one of the 4 local municipalities of the KZN South Coast, as well as its Blue Flag beach. Said to have been started by a band of cannibals and renegades…

Nyandezulu

Nyandezulu is a rural village only 9km inland from Shelly Beach, where you can see breathtaking scenery high above the sea, while enjoying the hospitality of the local community and discovering local arts and crafts. Stay in a guesthouse in…

KwaXolo

A range of caves at the site of KwaXolo showcases San paintings that are more than 100 000 years old, telling the story of a thriving community years before the San inhabited the desert. The KwaXolo area can be accessed…

KwaNzimakwe

The KwaNzimakwe “place of the Nzimakwe” rural village is easily accessible off the R69 Road between Mpenjati Nature Reserve and Ezinqoleni. Start exploring at the WowZulu Welcome Centre, where local arts and crafts are available and from where walks can…

EXPLORE

An adventure awaits for everyone on the KZN South Coast, whether you fancy something mild or wild. Agri tours, ocean safaris, whale and dolphin watching, game drives, mountain biking or hiking trails, scuba or shark cage diving, and so much more. Or just relax camping or caravanning, beachcombing or birdwatching. Discover not only the destination and its treasures, but your true self.

Shelly Centre

Shelly Centre in Shelly Beach is a popular shopping mall, with the added attraction of a Ster-Kinekor cinema, when needing indoor entertainment. Well-known shops include the Woolworths, Clicks, CNA, Cape Union Mart, Edgars, Mugg & Bean, Panarottis, Pick ‘n Pay,…

Banana Tours

The KZN South Coast is known for its banana farms. From the boutique colonial-styled farm stall, The Outlook Trading Post, you can embark on a fascinating journey discovering the most sophisticated banana pack shed in KwaZulu-Natal. Learn everything there is…

The Lobster Pot

The Lobster Pot Restaurant in Ramsgate has been the “seafood specialists” for over 50 years. A full a-la-carte menu, pub lunches, ladies bar, a 4-course Sunday lunch and a Dine & Dance on the first Friday of the month, are…

Ingeli Forest

The Ingeli Forest near Harding is the second largest indigenous forest in KwaZulu-Natal. Known for mountain biking, the Anew Hotel Ingeli Forest & Spa also offers horse riding, walking trails and bird watching. Various kids’ activities are available too.

Senzi’s on Faya

Senzi’s on Faya is a trendy new shisa nyama close to the beach in Margate, where you can choose your meat and have them braai it for you or braai it yourself. A great social outing, the restaurant also has…

Emthunzini Grill

Emthunzini Grill in KwaNzimakwe is a shisanyama (you pick your meat, they barbecue it to your liking), known for its great food and party atmosphere. Emthunzini Grill also provides takeaway orders.