With 7 Blue Flag Beaches for 2025
THE KZN SOUTH COAST HAS THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF BLUE FLAG BEACHES IN THE PROVINCE.
This beautiful stretch of Kwa-Zulu Natal Coastline stretches from just outside Durban to Port Edward with expansive open land and greenery all year round is an ideal holiday destination for people all over the world.
For anyone looking for pristine swimming beaches and tidal pool options to choose from the KZN South Coast has over 50 beaches of which 5 have been granted Blue Flag Beach status and another 7 of which are listed as Blue Flag Pilot Beaches showing how dedicated the region is to health and safety.
With amazing swimming beaches and wide open oceans also comes amazing wildlife. For those looking for a more adventurous ocean encounter the KZN South Coast is home to two top diving sites at Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks.
- 58 Beaches – 7 with Blue Flag Status.
- 2 of the top diving sites in the world.
Choose the accommodation to suit your needs
From 5-star accommodation in a resort to camping grounds, the types of holiday accommodation on the KZN South Coast know no end. Family-friendly options often include swimming pools, jungle gyms and of course beach access. There are also a range of pet-friendly accommodations to choose from.
Umtentweni
A portion of Port Shepstone, Umtentweni officially known as eMthenteni, is a small suburban neighbourhood resort located between the Mzimkulu River and the Mtentweni River. eMthenteni or Umtentweni falls under the Ray Nkonyeni Local Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
The Umtentweni Beach is perfect for every beachgoer, with a tidal pool and small beach area ideal for splashing, snorkelling and playing while the swimming beach offers bigger waves for those looking for surfing or a more challenging swim.
- Life Guards
- Tidal Pool
- Braai’s, Seating and Jungle Gym
South Coast Weather
Temperatures can vary between 16°C and 23°C. The coldest month of the year is July, which is also the driest. With an average of about 320 days of sunshine per year.
16°C
South Port
South Port Beach is a beautiful beach and one of the latest to receive Blue Flag Beach status. This pristine beach has lifeguards, restaurants and more providing locals and tourists a wonderful beach day experience.
The South Port beach has shark nets for safety and a tidal pool that is child and adult-friendly.
- Blue Flag Beach Status
- Restaurant
- Tidal Pools
Sea Park
Sea Park Beach is a quiet beach, ideal for taking long walks on the beach with pristine blue waters and generally clear skies. Local fishermen find this a good beach to cast from and face the rising sun over the Sea Park waters.
This beach also offers wonderful views and peaceful sounds of the ocean. The Sea Park beach does not have lifeguards and is not recommended for swimming.
- No swimming beach
- Beautiful quiet beach
- Great for walks
Port Shepstone
- Lifeguards
- Tidal Pool
- Restaurant
UVONGO
Uvongo Beach, nestled between a scenic waterfall and various rock formations, can be found along the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal. This beach is a popular destination known for its pristine beaches, instagramable backgrounds and family-friendly atmosphere. Framed by lush vegetation and dramatic cliffs, the beach features a stunning waterfall that cascades into a lagoon, perfect for safe swimming, kayaking, and paddle boating. The clean sands stretch along the warm Indian Ocean, offering a great swimming experience with lifeguards on duty. Whether you’re soaking up the sun, enjoying a picnic, exploring the nearby tidal pools or wishing to have your coffee with a view, Uvongo Beach is an ideal spot for all travelers.
- Life Guards
- Restaurants
- Waterfall
southbroom
Southbroom Main Beach offers swimmers and surfers the ideal water landscape. This beautiful beach offers lifeguards, public bathrooms, a tidal pool, and more. Separated into three beaches, Southbroom Main Beach, Grannies Beach, and Umkobi Beach, this serene area has everything needed for a stunning vacation.
- Lifeguards
- Blue Flag Beach
- Surfing
Sunwich Port
Another family-friendly beach with stationed lifeguards, the Sunwhich Port Beach offers all beachgoers a comfortable and relaxing place to unwind. A part from the swimming beach Sunwhich Port also has a wonderful tidal pool, perfect for children and those who don’t want to go in the sea itself.
- Lifeguards
- Tidal Pool
- Braai’s, Seating and Jungle Gym
Ramsgate
Ramsgate Beach, located in a lovely village along the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal has many features to it, this pristine blue flag beach is known for its stunning views, restaurants such as The Blue Lagoon and the well-known Waffle House and its family-friendly picnic areas.
- Blue Flag
- Lifeguards
- Tidal Pool
- Lagoon
- Restaurants
- Paddle boat
St mikes Beach
St. Mikes Beach, one of the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal’s popular holiday destinations has its beautiful features, easy accessibility, stunning scenery and waves with a lagoon stretching from the back and the ocean on the other end. St. Mikes is popular for surfing, body-boarding, family days out and more. This Blue Flag Beach also offers stunning and delicious meals from the CBali Restaurant, from yummy seafood to gourmet burgers you will not be disappointed. Lifeguards on-duty, clean bathrooms and showers for your convenience. This magnificent beach also has it’s very own tidal pool, for a relaxing swim or just to cool off on a hot day.
- Pilot Blue Flag Beach
- Lifeguards
- Tidal Pool
- Lagoon
- Restaurants
- Paddle boat
uMzumbe Beach
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- Herbicides & pesticides free farming
- Low sulfur oxide containment
- Only natural yeast
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