Attractions IN Umkomaas
Beaches / Natural Wonders
Aliwal Shoal
Rated as one of the top 10 dive spots in the world, but regular divers say it is second only to the rocky ride over breakers to get there, the marine life of Aliwal Sshoal is said to be spectacular. Raggies or ragged tooth sharks are regularly spotted ...
Marine Protected Areas
Aliwal Shoal Marine Protected Area
Most people know that Aliwal Shoal is one of the country's major dive sites, and one of the best sites at which to spot raggies, or ragged-tooth sharks, particularly as they are in evidence in these waters for five months of the ...
Nature Reserves
Empisini Nature Reserve
Empisini, meaning 'the place of the hyena', is 120 hectares of nature reserve just inland of Umkomaas on the KwaZulu-Natal coast. At least 50 of these hectares remain untouched and in a pristine state, which makes them home to a prolific bird life and an ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
South Coast Birding Route
For the best forest birding in the country look no further than the South Coast Route, for both Afromontane and rich tropical forest extends into the south coast of Durban, overlapping to attract an unbelievable combination of birds ...
Golf Courses
Umkomaas Golf Club
Umkomaas Golf Club, is the first golf course on the Golf Coast circuit and the third oldest golf course in KwaZulu Natal. Umkomaas hosts a fourth hole classified as one of the toughest par 4's in the country while the 18th hole ranks as one of the most ...
Attractions AROUND Umkomaas
Beaches
Clansthal Conservancy
Clansthal Conservancy is flanked by the Mhlongwa and Mhlongwana rivers, and extends from the Indian Ocean to the farmlands of e’Thekwini, covering a total area of around 2 200 hectares. Within these borders are countless plant and animal species. The ...
Entertainment
Crocworld Conservation Centre
Crocworld is an apt name considering that a few hundred breeding Nile crocodiles live there, in amongst a series of snakes, tortoises, waterbirds, flamingos, caracals, jackals, meerkats, a host of different types of birds in a walk-through aviary, and ...
Airports / Landmarks
Margate Airport
Margate is a gorgeous coastal town just two hours from the centre of Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, and is home to its own little airport. Margate Airport is a great option for travellers flying to the area from Johannesburg and an alternative to the bustling ...
Nature Reserves
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 spectacular hiking trails and picnic sites. Wildlife in the Oribi Gorge consists of many antelope, although the ...
Miscellaneous / Natural Wonders
Sardine Run
The Sardine Run is an annual migration of sardines along South Africa's east coast, between May and July. These tiny fish migrate from the cold waters of the Cape to seek the warmer, sub-tropical waters of KwaZulu-Natal. Sardines are cold-water fish ...
Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
TC Robertson Nature Reserve
Today the TC Robertson Nature Reserve is a green lung of the town, a favoured picnic spot only 10 minutes' walk from the beach with 180 species of bird, blue and grey duiker, and a coastal trail popular with those keen on coastal trees. Twelve ...
... and a little further afield
Golf Courses
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 1915, under the name Isipingo, the Golf Club has a wonderful history and charm to it. The decision to upgrade ...
Nature Reserves
Ilanda Wilds Reserve
Ilanda Wilds Nature Reserve is a petite yet effervescent ground of nature that runs along the banks of the Amanzimtoti River. A recorded 300 species of bird life makes the reserve a popular bird watching destination, and continues to add to the vibrant ...
Golf Courses
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 country Club was upgraded in 1995 and has been transformed into one of the finest golf courses on the South ...
Nature Reserves
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 consists mainly of grassland, close to the KwaZulu Natal border in north-east Pondoland. Despite being ...
Nature Reserves
Mpenjati Nature Reserve
Mpenjati Nature Reserve occupies 60 hectares (or 149 acres) of the KZN countryside. Thanks to its ideal locale, on the Mpenjati River and stretching to the coast, the reserve is able to boast a number of different ecological habitats and biomes. It ...
Memorials
OR Tambo Garden of Remembrance
Since the death of Oliver Tambo, in 1993, his family's homestead in Bizana on the Wild Coast attracts thousands of foreign and local visitors. Oliver Tambo was president of the ANC for over 25 years. He opened the first black law ...
Nature Reserves
Pipeline Coastal Park
The Pipeline Coastal Park is one of several popular areas to visit around Amanzimtoti. Others include the Ilanda Wilds Nature Reserve along the Amanzimtoti River, the Umdoni Bird Sanctuary, Umbogavango and Vumbuka. Bordering the Pipeline Coastal park is ...
Lakes / Dams / Landmarks / Marine Protected Areas
Pondoland Centre of Endemism
Between Port St Johns, on the Wild Coast, and the Msikaba formation sandstone gorges of Oribi Gorge, in KwaZulu-Natal, stretches a biological hotspot filled with forests, grassland, and incised river valleys. It has been described as a 'wonderland' and ...
Golf Courses
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 course has recently undergone major changes - new greens on the 7th and 16th, water added to the 12th and the ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Riverbend Crocodile Farm
One of the most popular haunts when staying in and around Southbroom, KwaZulu Natal, Riverbend Crocodile farm is home to over 200 adult Nile crocodiles, numerous juveniles of varying sizes, and a number of bird species that share this space on a ...
Umkomaas as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Amanzimtoti, Anerley, Bazley, Clansthal, Doonside, Elysium, Glenmore Beach, Harding, Hibberdene, Illovo Beach, Ixopo, Kelso, Kingsburgh, Leisure Bay, Manaba Beach, Margate, Marina Beach, Melville Beach, Mtwalume, Munster, Oribi Flats, Oribi Gorge, Oslo Beach, Palm Beach, Pennington, Port Edward, Port Shepstone, Pumula, Ramsgate, San Lameer, Scottburgh, Sea Park, Selborne, Shelly Beach, Southbroom, Southport, St Michaels On Sea, Trafalgar, Umgababa, Umtentweni, Umzumbe, Uvongo, Warner Beach, Widenham, Winklespruit
Staying Overnight
Elephants Tusk
Elephants Tusk offers accommodation in Umkomaas on the south coast of Kwazulu Natal. This is the heart of the diving community. The guest house o...
Kingfisher Cottage
Kingfisher Cottage is located in Umkomaas and offers comfortable South Coast self catering accommodation. The cottage is conveniently situated wi...
The Lazy Moose Lodge
The Lazy Moose Lodge offers guests luxury lodge suites, a signature restaurant, a lower deck bar in Clansthal, Ezembeni, 100m from the beach. The...
CoCotree Beach House
CoCotree Beach House in Clansthal lies just a 2min walk from the beach. There is also a lovely natural cove or point about a 7 minute walk down t...
House On The Beach
House on the Beach is one of the top ten affordable and cool beach houses in South Africa. The accommodation consists of three queen sized bedroo...
Ocean Park Guest House
This luxurious accommodation venue in central Umkomaas is perfectly situated to use as a base to explore the South Coast. We have nine rooms, thr...
Timeless Lodge
Timeless Lodge is located in Widenham, near Umkomaas and provides bed and breakfast accommodation on the South Coast that is perfect for a couple...
Highrocks Beach House
Rated by Getaway Magazine as one of the top ten accommodation beach houses in South Africa, Highrocks Beach House really is something special. As...
The Beach House Widenham
The Beach House holiday home in Widenham enjoys the most spectacular views of Umkomaas and Widenham Beaches. Relax in style as the waves crash on...
Stroke-One-Inn
Stroke-One-Inn provides exclusive bed and breakfast accommodation in Umkomaas, in a tranquil, scenic setting. Our establishment adjoins the third...
Coastal Beach Resort
Coastal Beach Resort is located on the shores of Umgababa Beach in Amanzimtoti. The resort is close to town central with restaurants and shops on...
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