South Coast KwaZulu-Natal Adventures

South Coast KwaZulu-Natal Adventures, a list of things to do in the area.

Does golden beaches, blue lagoons, sub-tropical forests and the warm Indian Ocean sound like your kind of paradise? KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast, affectionately known as the Hibiscus Coast for the thousands of beautiful shrubs that bloom along the coastline, comprises all of the above and more. Add sleepy villages, Blue Flag beaches, rivers and nature reserves and you have an apt description of this exciting…

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South Coast KwaZulu-Natal Adventures, a list of things to do in the area.

Does golden beaches, blue lagoons, sub-tropical forests and the warm Indian Ocean sound like your kind of paradise? KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast, affectionately known as the Hibiscus Coast for the thousands of beautiful shrubs that bloom along the coastline, comprises all of the above and more. Add sleepy villages, Blue Flag beaches, rivers and nature reserves and you have an apt description of this exciting region.

Stretching from the border of the Eastern Cape in the south to Durban in the north, this coastline offers plenty of excitement for the adventure traveler.

The most unique attraction of the South Coast is the annual sardine run. During late autumn or early winter, this phenomenon attracts divers and wildlife enthusiasts from around the world. The sardine run occurs when millions of sardines migrate from their spawning grounds of Agulhas Banks. Heading north on a current of cold water and along the Eastern Cape towards the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, the sheer number create a feeding frenzy along the coastline. The huge shoal of moving fish is thought to be the world’s largest migration. They are preyed upon by thousands of predators, including sharks, dolphins and seabirds. 

Scuba diving is a popular adventure activity all year around. For an exhilarating diving experience try Aliwal Shoals near the town of Umkomaas or Protea Banks near Shelly Beach. Both dive destinations are rated as some of the top spots in South Africa and divers come here to experience close encounters with Zambezi, black tip, ragged tooth and hammerhead sharks.

If you prefer to stay closer to shore, try horse back riding on the beaches or catch a wave at one of the South Coast’s many excellent surfing beaches

Further inland, the magnificent Oribi Gorge offers more adrenaline filled adventures. This canyon, situated just west of Port Shepstone, is cut by the Mzimkulwana River and offers adventure seekers a wide variety of options. Try abseiling, bridge walking, zip lining or how about a gorge swing? As you plunge over the edge and swing high above the deep gorge you know that you have made the right choice selecting the South Coast for your adrenaline pumping holiday!

South Coast KwaZulu-Natal Adventures

Abseiling

Abseiling on the South Coast of South Africa. The attraction of Abseiling or rapelling is the adrenaline rush of a descent down a sheer cliff face or mountain mixed with an awe-inspiring view of the landscape around you. So if you’re keen to get your adrenaline pumping, then Abseiling...

Beach Horse Rides

It’s hard to beat the feeling of riding a horse across the wide open spaces of a white sandy beach! Luckily KwaZulu-Natal South Coast is blessed with plenty of endless beaches and horses that are just chomping at the bit for a canter! Ride along the calm sea or with unruly crashing waves, take...

Boat Trips

Take in the magical scenery of Kwa Zulu Natal South Coast on a leisurely cruise. A Boat Trip on the Indian Ocean or up the river is a great way to enjoy a morning or an evening. With bar facilities and space for a large crowd of friends – this is a festive way to end another perfect day in Africa!

Bridge Walking

Sometimes even walking can be made into an adventure activity! Especially if this means walking across a suspension bridge that is set across a steep gorge! Bridge Walking in Kwa Zulu Natal South Coast is a combination of a personal challenge (especially if you are not keen on heights!) with the most...

Crocodile Tours

While banana palms, thick vegetation, rivers, sugarcane and beautiful beaches are synonymous with KwaZulu-Natal's South Coast, you'll be surprised by other fascinating attractions in the area. One of these is the Riverbend Crocodile Farm, which is located only a few minutes from the coastal...

Deep Sea Fishing

Deep-sea fishing in South Coast KwaZulu-Natal. Where can I deep sea fish in SA? It might be the very last thing on your mind - after all, there are so many things to do on terra ferma.

Gorge Swing

Gorge Swing or Big Swing adventures on the South Coast of South Africa. And now for something hair raising for the true adrenaline junkie – a Gorge or Big Swing on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast ticks all the boxes: It is wild, tests your boundaries, has beautiful scenery, makes you scream...

Hiking

The South Coast, KwaZulu-Natal stretches from Durban to the start of the Eastern Cape’s Wild Coast. This is the place for beach walks along secluded coves and lagoons with an Indian Ocean backdrop. The Oribi Gorge, Umtamvuna Nature Reserve and numerous others offer hikes in lush sub-tropical vegetation.

Karting

Karting in South Coast KwaZulu-Natal. Where can I go karting in SA? A motorised sport for all ages. Venues are both indoors and outdoors with the tracks varying in length greatly. 

Mountain Biking

Saddle up and take a Mountain Biking ride through the remote and unspoiled trails of South Coast Kwa Zulu Natal. Try out the trails at the spectacular Oribi Gorge or follow the sound of water plunging into a pool from a waterfall in the tiny town of Uvongo. Near the Umtamvuna River and with an Indian...

Power Boating

A visit to Kwa Zulu Natal’s South Coast will leave you in awe at the power of nature. Why not go one step further and head on a Power Boating Adventure! A fast and furious race across the seas, Power Boating is a fantastic adventure for anyone that loves to feel the spray of the sea. Although...

Quad Biking

Quad Biking or ATV Rides in South Coast KwaZulu-Natal is one of the best adventure activities. Much like a four-wheeled, off-road motorbike, quad bikes are easy to learn to drive and make...

Rap Jumping

Rap Jumping in South Coast KwaZulu-Natal. This is an activity of descending a fixed rope in a standing position while facing the ground. The technique was first used in the...

Rope Course

Rope Courses in South Coast KwaZulu-Natal from Hout Bay in Cape Town and uShaka in Durban to Gauteng and MacBanana on the South Coast. There is a whole lot more to a Rope Course...

Scuba Diving

The Sardine Run, nature’s annual extravaganza with a cast of millions, is a spectacle that takes place every year off the Kwa Zulu Natal South Coast. The sardine run occur when millions of sardines migrate from their spawning grounds, up the Eastern Cape coastline towards Kwa Zulu Natal. They...

Segway Tours

View our list of reliable operators that offer segway tours on the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The town of Port Edward is situated very close to the Eastern Cape border.

Shark Cage Diving

Spend a morning in the company of blacktip, dusty and spinner sharks in the waters off the Kwa Zulu Natal South Coast. The Aliwal Shoal lies 5 kilometres off the shore of the tiny town of Umkomaas. Sharks thrive on this fossilised sand dune and adventure seekers are in for a treat when they go below...

Surfing

The Kwa Zulu Natal South Coast offers warm water, dolphins and great surfing waves. Get in the water early before the wind picks up in summer or, if you are an experienced surfer, opt for the winter days where powerful groundswells bring glassy conditions and barrelling waves. For many surfers, catching...

Teambuilding

Team building on the South Coast, South Africa. You know the saying that what you get out is proportionate to what you put in. If this is true, then why is it that we hear so many people complain that they pour their heart and soul into their work only to get nothing back but stress and irritation?...

Tiger Shark Diving

Everyone’s bucket list should include an encounter with a tiger shark!  The tiger shark is a solitary, nocturnal hunter. The distinctive stripes in younger sharks grow more indistinct as the shark gets older.  They can swim in very shallow water and will eat anything from crustaceans...

Trail Running

The South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal is famed for its holiday towns, lush vegetation, golden beaches and seaside activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, surfing and fishing. A beach-holiday mecca, the South Coast has hot summers and mild winters, making it a picture-perfect getaway for inland visitors....

Wakeboarding

The South Coast Kwa Zulu Natal has a wide options of waterways that are just perfect for a Wakeboarding Adventure so join the growing number of water enthusiasts on a Wakeboarding Adventure. Suited for both beginners and pros, the combination of a sunny climate and warm water makes this region is ideal...

Zip Line

Zip Line on the South Coast. A Zip Line Adventure provides a great mixture of fun, adrenaline, enjoyment of nature, and safety. Many of us enjoy the thrill of an adventure but are not the reckless type that hurdles ourselves over the edge of a canyon without a bit of assurance that we will get...

4x4 Tours

4x4 Tours in South Coast KwaZulu-Natal. If you are looking for the most fun that you can have on four wheels try a 4x4 Off-Road Adventure! These tours will see you traverse...