Mgwalana, Sunshine Coast
Mgwalana River Mouth is situated about 48 kilometres from Port Alfred; a small (but growing) coastal town on the Eastern Cape coastline that has always boasted fabulous surfing waves. Mgwalana River Mouth is a large beach that is secluded from the hustle and bustle of the town centre, while still being within close proximity of everyday conveniences.
The Mgwalana River is favoured by those with little boats or canoes, who want to while away the hot summer days on the tranquillity of the water. The many different bird species that have made the area around the river their habitat can be enjoyed from the boat or from the banks of the river.
The beach at the mouth of the Mgwalana River is quiet and ideal for families with children, or groups of friends that want to soak up the sunshine and fresh air while playing Frisbee, sunbathing or swimming. Other nearby beaches include Mtati River Mouth, Mpekweni River Mouth and Keiskamma River Mouth. In addition, the East London Airport is only a little more than 74 kilometres away from the beach. Port Elizabeth, in Nelson Mandela Bay, is about 90 minutes’ drive away and continues to be one of the most popular tourist cities in the Eastern Cape.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Zen Guesthouse
Zen Guesthouse offers comfortable accommodation in three units that are just a two minute walk from the beach. There is a communal unheated Jacuz...
Cannon House 62
Cannon House 62 is situated in Cannon Rocks on the popular Sunshine Coast. The accommodation is located close to the beach and with nature at it'...
The Coelacanth Bed and Breakfast
The Coelacanth is situated in the picturesque and friendly village of Kidd's Beach, accommodating six guests in three rooms. Coelacanth can be re...
Milkwood Country Cottage
Milkwood Country Cottage has unique charm and is situated in a village like no other St Francis Bay, gateway to the famed Garden Route, 1 hour aw...
Mike Herholdt 28
Mike Heroldt 28 is a Holiday Apartment in Jeffreys Bay with two bedrooms. The fully equipped, open-plan kitchen has everything guests will need f...
Dolphin View Guest House
Located in the Noorse Kloof Nature Reserve in a peaceful, safe and quiet area not far from shops and the white sandy beaches. From the rooms you ...
Breeze Inn Bed & Breakfast
Within easy sight, sound and reach of the beach, this is the perfect place to escape the rat race. Enjoy breakfast and the best sea view on the S...
Heron @ 52 Bayview
Heron @ 52 Bayview is a thatch roofed holiday home located in the secure Cape St Francis Resort. With the beach only 200m from your front door, t...
Sheilan House
Chic Afro-Mediterranean elegance awaits you at Sheilan House where you can enjoy 4 Star service in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The 4 doubl...
Noteworthy attractions
Eastern Cape Beaches
The Eastern Cape in South Africa boasts some of the world’s best beaches and 800 km of unspoilt picturesque coastlines where blue oceans tumble o...
Fish River Country Club
With breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean from several of its holes, the Fish River Sun Country Club offers golfers a parkland type challenge a...
Royal Port Alfred Golf Club
Situated at Port Alfred, which is on the coast more or less halfway between Port Elizabeth and East London, the club was granted its 'Royal' pref...
St Francis Bay Golf Club
St Francis Bay Golf Club is situated in the village of St Francis Bay on the warm Indian Ocean coastline of the Eastern Cape in South Africa. The...
St Francis Links
The layout of the St Francis Links Course combines every element of shot making with its undulating terrain, greens and surrounds as well as its ...
Wedgewood Country Club
At Wedgewood Country Club, 18-holes of lush, tree-lined parkland course is at your disposal. Enormous blue gum trees along undulating fairways, w...
Sibuya Game Reserve
Sibuya Game Reserve covers more than 2000 hectares and incorporates the unique East Cape Valley Bushveld, Grasslands and Coastal Forests. Antelop...
Woody Cape Nature Reserve
The conservation area extends over about 25 000 ha of lightly undulating to flat terrain and incorporates the Alexandria coastal dune fields (kno...
East London Museum
The East London Museum has the world's only dodo egg, a large natural science collection, collections ranging from the prehistoric times of South...
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