Shelly Beach, South Coast
Shelly Beach is a friendly town where the true tranquillity is rivalled only by its incredible scenery. Situated in the Hibiscus Coast of KwaZulu Natal in South Africa, Shelly Beach is famed for its hospitality and safety as well as the hordes of beautiful shells that wash up onto the shores.
Shelly Beach has become one of the fastest developing commercial and residential towns on the KwaZulu Natal South Coast. Shelly Beach is a slice of sub-tropical paradise abundant in lush foliage and perfect scenery. The warm waters abundant in exquisite tropical fish and coral reefs compliment the pristine beaches.
There are numerous tidal pools and lagoons. These waters are ideal for all watersports especially snorkelling and diving. Shelly Beach boasts numerous popular diving and snorkelling sites where the most spectacular varieties of tropical fish, sharks, corals as well as mystical underwater caves can be discovered. These popular sites include Potato Reef, The Caves, Deep Salmon, Arena Reef, Bo Boyi Reef and Adda Reef.
This tranquil and picturesque town boasts superb amenities including the Shelly Centre Shopping Mall, cinemas and restaurants. So if you are tired of soaking up the sun and relaxing on the beach, go and enjoy refreshing sundowners as well as some exciting shopping at Shelly Centre.
The hospitable inhabitants, tranquillity, beautiful beaches, superb amenities and exciting activities in exquisite terrains are what make Shelly Beach a perfect holiday destination. The perfect combination of serenity as well as an array of exciting activities shows that Shelly Beach has something for everyone. Add Shelly Beach to your list of ‘must go places’ now!
Travellers' Reviews
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Shelly beach is the hub of the South Coast with beautiful beaches, 2 shopping malls, restaurants, and many attractions. A variety of good accommodation to suit all tastes. St Michaels beach is a wonderful swimming beach protected by life savers and shark nets. There is a tidal pool, paddle boats and canoes on the lagoon, golden sand and rock pools.
Judy Keuning (SB)
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Shelly Beach is your hoilday destination, with a sub tropical climate, lush vegetation and golden beaches and to add many activities, fishing, diving Protea Banks, golfing, hiking, whale watching or just chill.
Belinda Matthew (Shelly Beach)
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Hotels & other accommodation options


Shelly Beach Lodge
Shelly Beach Lodge offers accommodation in Shelly Beach, 500 meters away from the town centre and only 8km away from Margate. All units include s...

Bondi Beach Unit B
Bondi Beach Unit B holiday apartment in Shelly Beach offers accommodation for six guests. Boasting sea views, the apartment has three bedrooms an...

Summer Place 18
Summer Place 18 is a holiday apartment situated in the secure Summer Place complex in Shelly Beach. The complex boasts direct access to the beach...

Summer Place 36
Located in the secure Summer Place complex in Shelly Beach, Summer Place 36 Holiday Apartment offers accommodation for six guests. The complex of...

Bondi Beach Unit D
Bondi Beach Resort is situated on prime beachfront property in Shelly Beach. There is direct beach access and the rock pools and shallow waters o...

Summer Place 15
Situated in Shelly Beach, Summer Place 15 Holiday Apartment offers beach side self catering for eight guests. The complex has direct beach access...

Surfbay Sands 40
This well maintained unit offers accommodation for six guests (four adults and two children over the age of three). The main bedroom has an en-su...

Breakerview
Breakerview is situated in the heart of Shelly Beach, an hour drive south of Durban. The accommodation is affordable consisting of six units, fou...

Emerald Cove
Emerald Cove is a luxurious thatched hide-away for discerning people, right on the beach. Emerald Cove is located about an hours drive south of D...

Mystique 13
Mystique 13 offers accommodation in Shelly Beach and is just two minutes drive from Shelly Centre and the South Coast Mall. The complex has direc...

King Fisher 39
Featuring lake views, King Fisher 39 offers self catering accommodation for four guests. The complex has a swimming pool and is a short drive fro...

Lemnos Villas 12
Situated in the coastal village of Shelkly Beach in Margate, Lemnos Villas 12 offers accommodation in a charming holiday apartment. The unit is w...

Bondi Beach Unit E
Bondi Beach Unit E is located on the Shelly Beach beachfront and accommodates six guests. The complex boasts direct access to the beach and from ...

Surfbay Sands 29
Surfbay Sands 29 offers accommodation in the secure Surfbay Sands complex in Shelly Beach. the apartment accommodates up to four adults and one c...

Portofino 14
Portofino 14 is a holiday apartment located in the secure Portofino Complex in Shelly Beach. Offering accommodation for eight guests, this is a g...

Tropical Beach Guest House
Tropical Beach Guest House offers accommodation in Shelly Beach on the South Coast. The guest house is surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and...

Izotsha Creek Estate
Izotsha Creek, with its nine tastefully decorated suites, nursery and beautiful gardens offers gorgeous views and an accommodation experience you...

Vikings Rest
Vikings Rest is a beach house situated a mere 50 meters from the beachfront (second row) in Shelly Beach. Accommodating 4-6 guests, it is set on ...

Wild Waters Holiday Accommodation
Located in Shelly Beach on the South Coast, Wild Waters provides clean, comfortable and affordable accommodation in three fully equipped units in...

Amble Inn Guest House
Amble Inn has spectacular sea views, is a secure property with efficient, friendly service. Accommodating four guests, this two bedroom holiday h...

Villa Sering 9
Villa Sering 9 offers accommodation in the secure Villa Sering complex, in Shelley Beach. There are activities in the area for the entire family ...

Kubu Bali 6
Kubu Bali 6 offers accommodation in a stunning apartment, located in the secure Kubu Bali complex in Shelly Beach. The complex offers direct beac...

Bondi Beach Unit C
Boasting sea views, Bondi Beach Unit C holiday apartment accommodates four guests in two bedrooms. One of the bedrooms has a double bed and the o...

San Guiliana 11
Situated within a secure complex in Shelley Beach, San Guiliana 11 offers comfortable accommodation for up to six guests. Here guests are near to...

Surfbay Sands 37
37 Surfbay Sands offers accommodation for families ideally situated in a quaint complex in the suburb of Shelly Beach on the South coast of KwaZu...

Kingfisher Unit D
The Kingfisher is a modern complex with river and lagoon views. The unit sleeps four guests in two bedrooms - one of the bedrooms has a double b...

Kingfisher Unit E
The three bedroom, two bathroom unit accommodates six guests. The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher and washing machine. There is a swimming ...

Kingfisher Unit C
The Kingfisher is a modern complex with river and lagoon views. Easy beach access makes this a popular choice for families looking for an enjoyab...

Surf Bay Sands 65
Surfbay Sands 65 offers comfortable accommodation in the Surfbay Sands complex in Shelly Beach. The apartment accommodates up to four guests in t...

La Soleil 1
Situated in Shelly Beach, La Soleil 1 offers comfortable accommodation for up to six guests. Here you are within walking distance from the beach....
Things to do in the area

Aqua Planet Dive Centre
Protea Banks offers an exceptionally exciting specialty Shark dive for locals and international visitors alike. When staying in Shelley Beach, vi...

Shelly Beach
Welcome to an underwater paradise! Shelly Beach is well known for the scuba diving reef which is set approximately 1500 meters from the beach. If...

Oslo Beach
For soft sands, fantastic water and a relaxing day out, make sure you visit Oslo Beach which is nestled along the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal. I...

Lucien Beach
The warm waters of the Indian Ocean, the almost year-round sunshine, and the endless summer-holiday vibe are all part of the Lucien Beach experie...

Shelley Centre
KwaZulu-Natal and, specifically, the South Coast have earned their well-deserved reputation for being prime holiday hotspots; thanks to the stunn...

Fly a Kite in Shelly Beach
There are few things that can be stored in either a toolbox or toybox. There have been few toys that can share the toybox of a either a budding y...

Pure Venom Reptile Park
Touted as the biggest reptile farm in Africa, Pure Venom Reptile Park lies just inland from the town of Shelly Beach on a beautiful, old estate i...
Noteworthy attractions

Mkambati Nature Reserve
Flanked on either side by the forested ravines of the Msikaba and Mtentu Rivers, Mkambati Nature Reserve is 8000 hectares of coastal reserve that...

Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve
The Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve is a wonderfully scenic area offering excellent hiking opportunities. The area boasts cliffs and forests and spect...

Umtamvuna Nature Reserve
The Umtamvuna Nature Reserve is famous for its magnificent views of the deep Umtamvuna River Gorge. Umtamvuna is a treasure house of rare and end...

Vernon Crookes Nature Reserve
The Vernon Crookes is a delightful and convenient reserve for travellers holidaying on the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal. Vernon Crookes Nature Re...

Amanzimtoti Golf Club
Set just south of Durban and on the white sandy shores of KwaZulu Natal lays the Amanzimtoti Golf Course and Country Club. Originally opened, in ...

Margate Country Club
Margate golf course game may appear to be easy at first, don’t be lulled into contentment; this is an extensively challenging course. The Margate...

Port Shepstone Country Club
Port Shepstone's golf course is one of the most popular along the South Coast and is well supported by local and overseas visitors alike. The cou...

San Lameer Country Club
The San Lameer golf course is situated on the Durban South Coast and is rated one of the top 30 South African golf courses. Opened in 1922 the co...

Scottburgh Golf Club
Scottburgh Golf Club's undulating golf course has a most attractive setting with the sight and sounds of the Indian Ocean always in the backgroun...
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