Beaches near Salt Rock
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and are not necessarily the actual travelling
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Sheffield Beach (0.7 km from Salt Rock) Sheffield Beach is a rather small beach if you were to compare it to others in the area. It is well known as a good spot for scuba diving and spear fishing.
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Tinley Manor (4.7 km from Salt Rock) Tinley Manor Beach is a lovely swimming beach, complemented with rock pools on one side and a tidal pool at the other end of the bay.
Like many other beaches in this part of the north coast, Tinley Manor Beach boasts a beautiful offshore reef formation that offers scuba divers and snorkel enthusiasts an amazing underwater world to explore.
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Shakas Rock (5.6 km from Salt Rock) A popular beach for ski-boat launches, Shaka's Rock also has a reputation as great swimming and surfing beach.
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Ballito (5.6 km from Salt Rock) Located between Ballito and Chakas Rock along Ocean Drive, Thompson Bay Beach is a sheltered cove providing a great place for swimming and angling.
Shark nets and life guards on site will ensure you can bathe in safety.
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Ballito (6.5 km from Salt Rock) 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.
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Ballito (8.1 km from Salt Rock) 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 (8.8 km from Salt Rock) 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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Zimbali (9.7 km from Salt Rock) 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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Westbrook Beach (15.7 km from Salt Rock) 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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Blythedale Beach (16 km from Salt Rock) Blythedale Beach is a massive stretch of beautiful sand, perfect for long walks, and a haven for water activities such as swimming and surfing.
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Umdloti Beach (25.5 km from Salt Rock) 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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Zinkwazi Beach (30.2 km from Salt Rock) With the warm Indian Ocean waves crashing upon these beautiful golden sands, Zinkwazi Beach offers so much for the beach lover.
Coupled with a nearby lagoon, Zinkwazi Beach is also a great location to indulge in some water sports.
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Umhlanga (33.1 km from Salt Rock) 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 (45.9 km from Salt Rock) Wedge Beach is a popular surfing spot located to the right of the beachfront's new pier in Durban. The name of the beach is related to surfing, as with most of Durban's beach names. It refers to the typical A-frame shape of the waves at this beach. It is ideal for surfers, swimmers and sunbathers, and due to Durban's tropical climate it is warm enough to spend a relaxing day on the beach even during winter.
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North Beach (47 km from Salt Rock) 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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Durban Beachfront (47.2 km from Salt Rock) 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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North Beach (47.5 km from Salt Rock) 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 (47.9 km from Salt Rock) 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 (48.4 km from Salt Rock) 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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Addington Beach (48.7 km from Salt Rock) 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.