Sunwich Port, South Coast
Sunwich Port, on the southern side of Melville Beach en route to Umtentweni and Port Shepstone and regarded as part of the larger Port Shepstone area, is a little hamlet that lies in a sheltered valley through which the Damba River flows on its way to the sea, its mouth at the neighbouring town of Anerley.
Sunwich Port's protected beach means that swimming here is safe and that the beach is manned by lifeguards who patrol the protected beaches in and around Port Shepstone. The beach at Hibberdene, just up the coast from here, has Blue Flag status, as does the main beach in Margate, and fishing all along this beautiful stretch of coast is a way of life.
Regarded as the sister village of Anerley, Sunwich Port is just two kilometres from Anerley's beach, which has a beautiful sandy stretch and an inviting tidal pool. But you're not limited to swimming, surfing and fishing when on the Hibiscus coast. Not even 30 kilometres from here is Oribi Gorge, the 400 metre deep canyon touted as the largest and certainly the most spectacular ravine in KwaZulu Natal and worth a visit for the hiking and breathtaking views as well as abseiling for those seeking an adrenalin rush.
The Skyline Nature Reserve, between Uvongo and Margate, is a world of indigenous and exotic trees and plants that offers self-guided trails and sightings of duiker and bushbuck; and Inkwazi's Flea Market, every Sunday in Port Shepstone, is on the banks of the Umzimkulu River and includes the opportunity of a river cruise.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options

Summer Place Umzumbe
Umzumbe is located on the South Coast between Hibberdene and Port Shepstone and known as the best kept secret of the Hibiscus coast. Directly on ...

Banana Beach Club D6
Banana Beach Club D6 offers accommodations in Port Shepstone in the popular Banana Beach holiday resort. It's close to the Port Shepstone Country...

Carribean Estate Rose Cottage
Rose Cottage is an immaculate and stylish ground floor house in Caribbean Estate comprising of three bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Guests lov...

Rondevoux 16
Rondevoux 16 Holiday Apartment in Margate can accommodate 6 adults and 2 children in three bedrooms with two bathrooms. The complex also offers a...

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...

Stephward Estate
Stephward Estate is set on four acres of botanical gardens, away from the madding crowds that holiday season brings! It is country by the sea bei...

Villa Siesta Chalet 11
Villa Siesta Chalet 11 can accommodate six guests on a self catering basis. Chalet 11 is located at Villa Siesta, a relaxing and secure family-fr...

Breakerview 3
Breakerview 3 offers accommodation in Shelly Beach on the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal, only an hour and a half from King Shaka airport in Durban...

Branderkant 8
Branderkant 8 is situated in the holiday town of Ramsgate on the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal. The apartment has access to a private beach less t...
Things to do in the area

Anerley Beach
The popular tourist town of Port Shepstone is one of the largest in KwaZulu-Natal, and boasts stunning beaches and plenty of marine life. What's ...

Southport Beach
Southport Beach may be fairly quiet, but it is all kinds of fun and beautiful. Plus, it has the esteemed title of being awarded a Blue Flag statu...
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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