Blythedale Beach, Dolphin Coast
Just north of Tinley Manor, some 72 kilometres outside of Durban, Blythedale Beach is one of those unspoilt havens of white sand and beautiful, warm sea that resides amongst the subtropical vegetation so prominent in the area.
What makes Blythedale Beach even more attractive, particularly to nature lovers, is the fact that Blythedale Beach adjoins a small conservancy that includes the Umvoti River mouth - a haven for winged creatures and a must for bird lovers, worth a visit to spot the African spoonbill, chestnut-branded plover, lesser sand plover, white-eared barbet, scaly-throated honeyguide and blue-mantled crested flycatcher.
The beach at Blythedale really is kilometres of sand that sends out an invitation for long walks, and the seas can be a hive of water activity for swimmers and surfers alike. If you’re not spotting dolphins or whales, then the common ghost crab will entertain you to minutes of gleeful happiness as he scurries around on an intertidal beach - the time between low and high tide - during which he scurries from his high-shore burrow to feed.
Just a few kilometres further up the coast brings one to Zinkwazi where a peaceful lagoon offers a wonderful spot for picnics, and fish eagles scoop down on to the waters in mid flight. There are wonderful walks, indigenous forest, fishing and a spectacular birdlife here, apart from the endless beaches - a real escape from it all.
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When choosing our holiday destination last year, we really just wanted to get away from Johannesburg and go somewhere quiet and relaxing. We chose Blythedale Beach as we have friends nearby, and we really enjoyed our time here. The actual beach is awesome - it just goes on and on. The waters were so warm, which was great for those of us not used to the icy sea! Durban is an hour's drive away, so we could do the tourist thing when we were up to it, but we really just enjoyed chilling on the beach. We were utterly refreshed for the new year.
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Hotels & other accommodation options

Thatch By The Sea
Thatch By The Sea offers accommodation in a lovely thatched beach house situated in the Dolphin Coast village of Blythedale Beach. The house over...

The Eighteenth Two Bed Luxury
Situated in The Prince's Grant Golf Estate, The Eighteenth apartments offer self-catering accommodation in a relaxing atmosphere. Guests have the...

The Eighteenth Three Bed Superior
Situated in The Prince's Grant Golf Estate, The Eighteenth Three Bed Superior apartment offers self-catering accommodation in a relaxing atmosphe...

The Lookout Beach House
The Lookout Beach House sleeps eight guests in three bedrooms.The main bedroom has a King-size bed and two single beds as well as an en-suite bat...

Palm Dune Beach Lodge
Palm Dune Beach Lodge is situated just forty minutes north of Durban on a secluded beach known as Blythedale Beach. Being right on the beach and ...

The Eighteenth Three Bed Deluxe
Situated in The Prince's Grant Golf Estate, The Eighteenth Three Bed Deluxe apartments offer self-catering accommodation in a relaxing atmosphere...

Fig Tree Manor
Fig Tree Manor offers comfortable accommodation in a selection of rooms in Blythedale Beach. Each room has its own entrance, en suite bathrooms, ...
Things to do in the area

Blythedale Beach
Head down to the beach at Blythedale Beach for a safe swim thanks to the resident life guards on duty and the shark nets in the water. This is a ...
Noteworthy attractions

Princes Grant Golf Club
With panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, this development has been designed to capture the gracious colonial life-style of early Natal. Set out ...

Umhlali Country Club
Neighbouring on Ballito Bay, only 15 minutes North of Umhlanga Rocks, Umhlali, just 20 minutes drive north of Durban is a scenic undulating cours...

Zimbali Country Club
Zimbali is well known for its stunning 18-hole golf course. It offers a challenging round of golf of world-class standards and stunning views. Th...

Dolphin Coast Beaches
Dolphin Coast offers visitors a combination of modern facilities at it's sun drenched seaside resorts in a lush, subtropical environment. The Dol...

Harold Johnson Nature Reserve
The Harold Johnson Nature Reserve is situated north of Ballito on the banks of the Tugela River and north of Zinkwazi. Fort Pearson and the Ultim...

Mount Moreland Conservancy
Part of the focus of the Mount Moreland Conservancy is to preserve and improve the condition of the Mdloti River and the state of its surrounding...

Hazelmere Dam
Hazelmere Dam may have been constructed for practical purposes, but it has since become a favoured retreat for holidaymakers and those needing to...

King Shaka International Airport
King Shaka International Airport is modern and well-equipped, boasting world-class facilities and amenities to cater to South African and foreign...

Sardine Run
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