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Umhlanga The facilities along Umhlanga’s beachfront are similar to what you may expect at other world famous beach destinations. The clean, white sandy beach and warm water of the Indian Ocean waters beckons. There are great seafood restaurants with seating almost on the beach.
Park on Lagoon Drive and walk down "Walkway to the Beach" (signposted). Some of South Africa's most famous hotels are along this coastline – the Cabanas, Breakers, Pearls, Oyster Box and the legendary Beverly Hills, Sol Kerzner's first hotel.
A beautiful paved walk meanders through a beach garden to your left, while a stroll to the right will bring you all the way up to Umhlanga Beach's landmark, Umhlanga Lighthouse.
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Durban Beachfront (2.3 km from Durban) Dairy Beach on Durban’s Golden Mile is a renowned surfing spot, regularly hosting the Mr Price Pro and other major surfing competitions. Also known as New Pier, the exposed beach and pier break offers consistent waves that break from the left and right. It’s also great for swimming and other beach activities.
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South Beach (2.4 km from Durban) Durban’s South Beach is a popular surf spot, known as a safe place for beginner surfers. Situated on the southern end of the Golden Mile, it is protected by lifeguards and shark nets.
Beachfront hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and lofty apartments line the palm-fringed shoreline. Despite development, some Art Deco architecture still remains. Grab a bunny chow and set your umbrella and towel on the sand for blissful chilling in the sunshine.
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North Beach (2.4 km from Durban) Durban’s palm-fringed North Beach delivers stunning sunrises all year round and has blissfully warm water. Enjoy a morning or evening stroll along the promenade and watch surfers riding waves off the pier. The vibe is fun and the beach attracts a vibrant mix of Durban’s cultures.
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Durban Beachfront (2.6 km from Durban) Snake Park Beach is one of the popular surfing beaches on Durban’s Golden Mile. During peak season it usually gets flooded with holidaymakers. Although the exposed beach break is inconsistent, it gets pretty crowded when the surf is up. Winter is the best time of year for surfing the left or right waves. The beach is patrolled by lifesavers and protected by shark nets.
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Addington Beach (2.6 km from Durban) Due to its protected position near Durban’s harbour, Addington Beach is a perfect beach for learning how to surf and bodyboard in gentle waves. Addington Beach is also the beach for you if you're keen to escape the crowds and swim in calm water. Set on Durban's Golden Mile, the beach is protected year round by shark nets and professional lifeguards.
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North Beach (2.7 km from Durban) Right on Durban’s Golden Mile, the Bay of Plenty is one of this city’s popular surfing beaches, particularly during their mild winter season. It can get busy in the water when the surf is up. Right and left waves break consistently off the beach and jetty.
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Ushaka (3.1 km from Durban) uShaka Beach, located in close proximity to uShaka Marine World, is a great beach to go for if you're keen for a surf, or if you're simply into some beach relaxation.
Parking is secure, cheap, and if you're a beginner surfer this is a splendid beach to try it out for the first time.
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The Bluff (6.1 km from Durban) Garvies Beach is a nice, long stretch of sand in front of a thick residential area within The Bluff, just south of Durban Central.
Garvies is a much admired surfing spot with a strong local support, but due to it's powerful surf, it's best left to the more experienced surfers. When Anstey's Beach is a little too crowded, you can always drive over to Garvies for a more relaxed time in the sun.
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The Bluff (7.1 km from Durban) Ansteys Beach, unlike other Durban beaches, is very laid back and calm; a favorite among the locals.
The sand is superb and even better is the great surf. On any given day you'll find a healthy amount of surfers, body boarders and kite surfers riding the waves. The water has some shallow spots which are perfect for swimmers. You can bathe in peace knowing this is shark-protected waters and there are life guards on duty. All of this makes Ansteys Beach worth a visit.
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Brighton Beach (8.2 km from Durban) Cave Rock at Brighton Beach dishes up one of the best surf breaks on the South African coastline.
Surfers from all over the world come to ride the perfect tubular waves when large south swells break across the solid rock reef.
At low tide Cave Rock offers numerous calm rock pools for children to adventure and explore the subtropical marine life.
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Umhlanga (16.7 km from Durban) The facilities along Umhlanga’s beachfront are similar to what you may expect at other world famous beach destinations. The clean, white sandy beach and warm water of the Indian Ocean waters beckons. There are great seafood restaurants with seating almost on the beach.
Park on Lagoon Drive and walk down "Walkway to the Beach" (signposted). Some of South Africa's most famous hotels are along this coastline – the Cabanas, Breakers, Pearls, Oyster Box and the legendary Beverly Hills, Sol Kerzner's first hotel.
A beautiful paved walk meanders through a beach garden to your left, while a stroll to the right will bring you all the way up to Umhlanga Beach's landmark, Umhlanga Lighthouse.
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Amanzimtoti (23.8 km from Durban) Pipeline Beach is a popular swimming and surfing beach fringing the Pipeline Coastal Park. Facilities at this family-friendly beach include picnic and braai spots, a restaurant and a fresh-water swimming pool.
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Umdloti Beach (24.3 km from Durban) Sunshine, sand, rock pools and warm water typify the idyllic beach conditions at Umdloti. The beach is protected by shark nets and manned by professional lifeguards.
This part of the Dolphin Coast is a great place to watch the spectacle of dolphins surfing the waves or performing acrobatic leaps. The inshore reefs provide surf, rock and ski boat angling as well as diving and surfing. Other water sports include windsurfing, paddling and jet skiing.
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Warner Beach (29.1 km from Durban) Home to the Baggies Surf Pro, Baggies Beach is a hot surf spot and playground of international surfer Frankie Oberholzer. The beach kiosk makes the best 'Surfer Special' sandwiches.
Sometimes called Warner Beach, the long sandy beach is popular with locals who come to watch the kite surfers or the sun go down. In season lifesavers are on duty and it is one of the best places to hang out on the South Coast during summer holidays.
Baggies Beach has a stunning natural tidal pool teeming with sea life. Bring your goggles and flippers and swim amongst the fish.
During June and July residents and visitors flock to the beach to witness the phenomenal annual Sardine Run, considered one of the largest migrations on the planet. This major event on the diving calendar attracts numerous international photographers and documentary film-makers eager to capture images of the spectacle.
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Winklespruit (32.9 km from Durban) This beach is the main beach of the small seaside village of Winklespruit, situated between Warner Beach and Illovo on the South Coast. There is a large park close to the beach perfect for picnics. The lagoon stretching into the sea is ideal for canoeing and boating, and the beach itself is shark protected and a delight for swimmers and surfers. The tidal pool will also keep kids entertained for hours.
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Westbrook Beach (34.1 km from Durban) Westbrook Beach with it's lovely sand and warm waters is ideal for nice long walks and swimming.
Fishing is also a great activity on Westbrook's rock pools. The beach has qualified lifeguards on duty and is protected by shark nets.
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Zimbali (39.9 km from Durban) Considered part of the Zimbali Coastal Estate, Zimbali Beach is a 3 km stretch of beautiful sand.
The deep blue water of the Indian Ocean provides a warm swim for beach visitors and a scenic spot to just take in some sun and relax.
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Ballito (40.9 km from Durban) South of Ballito you'll find Salmon Bay; a popular beach among the surfer crowd and the designated launch site for Ballito's Inflatable Boat Clubhouse.
Easy to find as it's at the south end of Compensation Beach Road, you'll find two parking lots and a nice area of golden sand to soak up the sun and relax.
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Ballito (41.6 km from Durban) Walk 15 minutes south of Willards Beach and you will reach the beach and rock pools of Clarke Bay. The beach is protected by shark nets and there are lifeguards on duty.
Further south at Ballito Point is a tidal pool, great for swimming but caution is advised if there is big surf. Ballito Point offers an excellent left break for surfers.
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Ballito (43.2 km from Durban) Willard Beach is the main attraction for visitors to Ballito. Part of the Dolphin Coast's magnificent stretch of golden beaches and sheltered coves, Willard Beach is perfect for a day of fun in the sun. From swimming beaches that are protected by shark nets and attended daily by professional life savers, to popular surfing spots and tidal pools, the Dolphin Coast has it all.
One of the top KwaZulu-Natal beaches, Willard Beach is set against a backdrop of holiday accommodation and tourist facilities. The long sandy beach is great for leisurely strolls and family beach fun. The sea is warm and the surf is good. Plenty of entertainment options include scuba diving, microlite flips and a selection of great seafood restaurants.