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South Coast Towns and Cities

Planning a trip to the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast starts here. Explore our comprehensive guides to the region’s main towns and coastal villages, from Scottburgh and Pennington to Margate, Shelly Beach, Port Shepstone, Southbroom, and Port Edward.

South Coast Towns and Cities

South Coast Beaches

Find everything you need to know about South Coast beaches and choose the best one for your holiday. 
Discover maps, Information, images, and videos of our beautiful beaches with South Coast Explore. 

South Coast Beaches

South Coast Business Directory

Search for local South Coast businesses on our Popular Online Business Directory.

Find business locations, information, Images, menus, and so much more. 

South Coast Businesses

Explore the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast

The KZN South Coast is a 170km stretch of coastline in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, running from Scottburgh to Port Edward and offering a diverse mix of beaches, holiday towns, nature, adventure and local experiences. With 58 beaches and 8 Blue Flag beaches, the coastline is home to some of South Africa’s most popular coastal destinations, while its rivers, estuaries, forests, waterfalls, nature reserves and marine environment provide even more opportunities to explore.

Stretching from Scottburgh to Port Edward, the KZN South Coast is a coastline of contrasts, where popular holiday towns sit alongside quiet beaches, natural areas and hidden coastal gems. The destination combines warm Indian Ocean beaches with tidal pools, rivers, estuaries, forests, waterfalls and scenic coastal landscapes, while its towns offer everything from family attractions and outdoor adventures to restaurants, markets, golf courses and local experiences. It is a place where you can spend the morning exploring the coastline, the afternoon in nature and the evening enjoying the local community — all within one remarkable stretch of KwaZulu-Natal.

South Coast Explore brings all of this together in one platform. Explore detailed beach guides, discover towns and attractions, find things to do, search for accommodation and restaurants, and connect with local businesses across the KZN South Coast.

Whether you’re planning a holiday, a weekend getaway or simply looking for somewhere new to explore, South Coast Explore helps you discover more of the KZN South Coast.

Discover the Best of the KZN South Coast, One Adventure at a Time

 

Blue Flag Beaches on the KZN South Coast

The KZN South Coast is home to 8 Blue Flag beaches, recognised for meeting strict standards covering water quality, environmental management, safety and visitor facilities. These beaches provide visitors with some of the coastline’s best-managed and most welcoming places to enjoy the Indian Ocean.

Blue Flag status is an important part of the South Coast’s tourism offering, giving visitors greater confidence when choosing where to swim, relax and spend the day. Explore our guide to the 8 Blue Flag beaches on the KZN South Coast and discover what makes each one worth visiting.

 
Best South Coast Beaches

South Coast Explore Beach finder

Use our South Coast Beach Finder to explore individual beaches, view photographs and videos, and find useful information about facilities, swimming, lifeguards, tidal pools, parking, nearby attractions and more. Whether you’re planning a family beach day, looking for a safe place to swim, or simply want to discover a new stretch of coastline, start exploring the beaches of the KZN South Coast.

 

Explore South Coast Attractions

Explore all there is to offer in the KZN South Coast. Beaches, Golf Courses, Waterparks, Hiking, Waterfalls and more. The natural beauty of the Kwa-Zulu Natal province is here wanting to be seen.

KZN South Coast Attractions

Uvongo Businesses

Looking for a local business in Uvongo? Our directory makes it easy to discover trusted services, from pharmacies and car battery specialists to restaurants, accommodation, retail stores, and professional services.

Browse our carefully selected local businesses and find everything you need in one convenient place.

 
Uvongo Businesses

South Coast Coffee

On one corner alone, you can find 3 unique coffee shop and bakery locations to pick up your morning brew or sit down to enjoy your morning coffee, tea, milkshakes, boba, frappe’s, iced drinks and more.

 
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South Coast Restaurants

The South Coast is a haven for food lovers. Explore everything from fresh-off-the-boat seafood to artisanal bakeries, organic wineries, and farm-to-table feasts. Wherever you roam, there’s a table waiting—and a story behind every bite.

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Dinopark SA

Dino Park SA is a family owned and run park created for young families to enjoy. Set in a mini tropical jungle, little feet can run through pathways while viewing a variety of life size dinosaurs. 

 

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Things to do ON the South Coast

From outdoor adventures and wildlife encounters to family attractions and cultural experiences, the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast offers something for every traveller. Explore scenic hiking trails, visit nature reserves, discover hidden waterfalls, enjoy world-class golf courses, experience local markets, or spend the day surfing, diving, fishing, or paddling along the coastline.

Whether you’re planning a family holiday, a romantic escape, or a weekend adventure, South Coast Explore helps you discover the region’s top attractions, activities, and hidden gems. Browse our curated collection of things to do and start creating unforgettable memories on the KZN South Coast.

 
Things to do

ST Michaels Beach Becomes a Blue Flag Beach

St Michaels Beach has officially earned Blue Flag status, marking a significant milestone for this beloved South Coast destination. The prestigious international eco-label recognises beaches that meet the highest standards for water quality, environmental management, safety, and education. Known for its golden sands, gentle lagoon, and vibrant atmosphere, St Michaels now joins the ranks of South Africa’s top-rated coastal gems. This achievement highlights the ongoing commitment of local authorities, community groups, and the Tidy Towns initiative to maintaining world-class standards along the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast.

Blue Flag Beaches

The Sardine Run 2026

Every winter, the KZN South Coast becomes the centre of one of the world’s greatest marine events — the Sardine Run. As vast shoals of sardines migrate along the coastline, they attract an incredible array of marine life, including dolphins, sharks, whales, seabirds, and game fish.

From Port Edward to Scottburgh, visitors have the opportunity to witness this spectacular natural phenomenon from beaches, boats, and popular viewing spots along the coast. The Sardine Run transforms the ocean into a hive of activity and offers unforgettable experiences for photographers, anglers, divers, and nature enthusiasts.

Plan your visit with South Coast Explore and discover the best places to watch the action unfold along the KZN South Coast.

Sardine Run 2026

34 million views Online for the KZN South Coast

South Coast Explore is one of the KZN South Coast’s leading digital tourism and business platforms, generating more than 34 million online views annually and over 2,000,000 organic Google views.

With a community of more than 60,000 followers across our social media channels and community groups, we help showcase local businesses, attractions, events, NGOs, and organisations to audiences across South Africa and beyond.

Businesses featured on our platforms regularly achieve over 20,000 views per post, driving visibility, engagement, and tourism to the region.

Through the South Coast Business Network, we’re connecting local brands, tourism operators, and communities to help grow the local economy and position the KZN South Coast as a must-visit destination.

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The Nightingale Shipwreck – Glenmore Beach

The Nightingale was a steam-powered fishing trawler built in 1905. In 1933, heavy fog caused the vessel to run aground on the rocky shores of Glenmore Beach, near Port Edward. Over time, the ship broke apart, but parts of its structure, including the boiler and engine cylinder, remain visible today.

The shipwreck is one of the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast’s most intriguing maritime landmarks, drawing visitors who appreciate history, coastal exploration, and breathtaking ocean views.

The Nightingale Shipwreck

The South Coast Community with Tidy Towns

Tidy towns is a community project, for the community, by the community! If you would like to donate to this project, adopt a verge or garden 🪴 or keep an eye on what we are doing in order to get involved you are on the correct site! If you would like to volunteer a service, time, skill set or donate funds to help build our community into a pristine environment then we thank you for joining this platform! “Together we can do so much more”🌴 You will feel very welcome at the Club, as we are dedicated to ensuring all members and visitors of a venue that offers friendship and social interaction, in a relaxed and comfortable environment.
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From schools and accommodation to air conditioning services, restaurants, healthcare providers, tradespeople, and professional services, our comprehensive South Coast business directory connects you with trusted local businesses. Whether you're a resident, holidaymaker, or business owner, you'll find everything you need in one convenient place.

KZN South Coast Blogs

Stay up to date with everything happening on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast through our regularly updated blog. Discover travel guides, beach information, local events, hidden gems, family-friendly activities, restaurant recommendations, accommodation tips, outdoor adventures, and seasonal highlights. Whether you’re planning your next holiday or looking to explore more of the South Coast, our articles provide inspiration, local knowledge, and helpful advice to make every visit unforgettable.

Uvongo Beach Tour

Discover one of the KZN South Coast’s most iconic coastal destinations with our Uvongo Beach video tour. Famous for its picturesque lagoon, family-friendly atmosphere, and the breathtaking Uvongo Falls cascading into the ocean, Uvongo offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty and seaside adventure.

Join us as we explore the golden beaches, scenic walkways, tidal pools, local cafés, and spectacular viewpoints that make Uvongo a favourite destination for holidaymakers throughout the year.

Whether you’re planning your next beach getaway or simply dreaming of life by the sea, this video showcases why Uvongo remains one of the must-visit beaches on the KZN South Coast.

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