Things to do near
Port Shepstone
*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
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Umtentweni (2.2 km from Port Shepstone) Tweni Beach is a lovely popular main beach located in the Umtentweni Area at the mouth of the Mtentweni River.
Ideally located just 2 km from Port Shepstone, this beach is ideal for walks. Restaurants, shops and other facilities are well within easy walking distance.
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South Coast (2.3 km from Port Shepstone) Oslo Beach is situated on the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal. This is a quaint and tranquil beach with a large variety of unique shells spread across the pristine white sand. The beach is ideal for surfing, whale and dolphin watching, and deep sea fishing.
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Shelly Beach (KZN) (7 km from Port Shepstone) The subtropical waters of Shelly Beach offer a tempting playground to divers and holidaymakers alike. The beach is protected by shark nets and is patrolled by lifeguards during school holidays.
There is a popular scuba diving reef just over 1500m out to sea. Much further out is Protea Banks, a world-renowned scuba diving destination for sharks and big game fish.
Shelly Beach is also renowned for rock and surf fishing and a large ski boat base. Other watersports include canoeing and boating in the estuaries.
Shopping Malls
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Shelly Beach (KZN) (8.3 km from Port Shepstone) Shelly Centre is easily the South Coast’s most popular seaside shopping destination. The light and airy complex houses a variety of shops and six cinemas, all under one roof.Situated on Marine Drive and just off the N2, getting there is easy. Three entrances into the parking areas provide effortless access for shoppers. Secure parking and the friendly environment make for a relaxed shopping experience.You will find Woolworths, Pick n Pay, Edgars, Foschini, Truworths, The Hub, @ Home and CNA as well as numerous specialist retail stores and specialist services.
Animal Parks
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Shelly Beach (KZN) (8.3 km from Port Shepstone) If you’re on holiday with kids along the Hibiscus Coast drive them straight to Pure Venom Reptile Park.
Here they can eyeball some of the most fearsome and venomous snakes on the planet; count all 70 teeth of a crocodile and stroke the scales of an iguana. If you’re brave enough you can even have your mug shot taken while holding a python, mamba, cobra or viper!
The park is situated on an old estate in Izotsha near Shelly Beach. The beautiful grounds are graced by enormous wild olive trees that date back to the 1800s.
Publicized as the biggest reptile farm in Africa, it is home to an awesome collection of indigenous and exotic reptiles. This includes nine species of rattlesnake, the largest variation of this species outside the USA, and five species of crocodile. The highly threatened giant sungazer lizard breeds here and you might even witness the mating and courtship rituals of gaboon vipers, boomslang and mambas.
Kids big and small will be thrilled as they get up close and personal with numerous snakes, iguanas and crocodiles. Pure Venom Reptile Park also presents an interesting educational experience. Here you will find out funky facts about snakes including the fact that egg-eating snakes have teeth in their necks and mole snakes have up to ninety five babies!
Guided tours and snake demonstrations are on offer daily. Don’t miss witnessing the fascinating spectacle of crocodiles and alligators being fed on Sundays.
+27 (0) 39 685 0704
Open daily 09:00 – 17:00.
Galleries and Museums
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Uvongo (8.3 km from Port Shepstone) The Shell Museum is an interesting fun outing for the whole family. Situated right across the road from the main shopping centre, The Shell Museum boasts the largest selection of shells in South Africa.
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Southport (9.9 km from Port Shepstone) The latest beach to be granted Blue Flag status in Natal. Stunning milkwood trees shade attractive braai areas, beautiful sandy beach with rock pools and a tidal pool for the little children. Safe guarded car park, clean ablutions, life guards, and the Captain's Anchor Restaurant make this one of the nicest beaches on the South Coast.
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Southport (10.1 km from Port Shepstone) Situated between Scottburgh and Margate, Southport Beach offers wonderful dolphin and whale watching opportunities. Although it is relatively unknown and quiet, it is within an easy 30-minute driving distance from Scottburgh and Margate. There are many quaint and inexpensive restaurants right on the beach or nearby.
Farms
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Uvongo (10.3 km from Port Shepstone) This beautiful farm is perfect for family outings. Set on the banks of the Izotsha River, visitoors can enjoy fishing, a picnic or a traditional braai while taking in the beautiful surrounds. The kids will love the tractor rides, the pony rides, and feeding the farm animals and birds.The farm is open daily from 9:30 am until 4:00 pm. These times are applicable in high season and it is recommended to enquire about relevant times during the rest of the year.
Animal Parks
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Uvongo (10.3 km from Port Shepstone) The Uvongo Bird Park is definitely a must-visit. Walk-through aviaries create a one-on-one nature and educational experience. A beautiful tea garden for refreshments is complemented by a kiddies play area.
Shopping Malls
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Uvongo (10.3 km from Port Shepstone) The Shelly Centre is the area's largest shopping centre with 76 shops in total. The centre is convenient, air-conditioned and has pretty much anything visitors might need. The mall also boasts cinemas and restaurants. The cente is open from 8:30 am until 5:00 PM, and from 9:00 AM until 2 PM on Sundays and public holidays.
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South Coast (11.1 km from Port Shepstone) Anerley Beach is situated on the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, just eight kilometres north of Port Shepstone. The beach is quiet and peaceful most of the year except during peak season. There are plenty of picnic spots in the area as well as a stunning coastal forest. Anerley is ideal for fishing, diving and swimming.
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Uvongo Beach (11.3 km from Port Shepstone) Sheltered and sub-tropical with a waterfall running into the lagoon, Uvongo Beach is considered one of the most beautiful beaches on the KwaZulu-Natal coastline.
Activities include swimming, snorkeling, body boarding, surfing, jogging, canoeing and boating. Uvongo Beach is also popular for romantic strolls and exploring the rock pools. Facilities are top-notch, life guards are on duty and the beach is shark netted.
Golf Courses
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Uvongo (11.5 km from Port Shepstone) Uvongo boasts a beautiful, well-kept golf course practically on St. Michaels Beach. The 9-hole course stretches from the beach to the river and provides players and visitors with spectacular ocean and nature scenery.
Sports Stadiums Clubs
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Uvongo (11.6 km from Port Shepstone) The Douglas Mitchell Sports Ground is a large facility that offers tennis, rugby, squash and cricket. The grounds are well-kept and regular meetings and events are held. A unique feature is the model car racing facility.