Uvongo Chalets is a popular complex located at the sea shore on a beach road favoured by walkers, runners and cyclist...
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Luxury Bed & Breakfast set in the heart of Margate, KwaZulu-Natal. We cater for adults, no children under 12. Child...
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Situated above Wimpy and Mug & Bean on Margate main beach the location doesn't get any better than this. Everything ...
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This ideally situated complex is newly renovated, has a splash pool and braai area with beautiful sea views on the ro...
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Whale Rock is a modern apartment complex situated on the sea shore at the Margate fishing pier, with magnificent sea ...
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These luxurious superior units is ideal for the discerning guest.
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Granada is in a apartment complex situated in the heart of Margate and middle of the action, a skip away from Margate...
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There is a stunning swimming beach, Coppins Cove with blue flag status with full time lifesavers and a wave pool. Th...
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La Luce 16 holiday apartment is perched on a small hill which grants beautiful sea views of Margate's main beach, the...
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Located between Uvongo and Manaba beach, Natspat 20 is a classy fully-furnished 6 sleeper self-catering unit with 2 b...
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A modern complex at the sea shore with direct access to the beach, in a tropical setting with sparkling swimming poo...
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This large house with swimming pool and spectacular views over Margate beach is ideally situated above Margate town, ...
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Margate is well known for its beautiful beaches and exciting nightlife. This unit has stunning sea views and is withi...
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We have 5 equally elegantly decorated rooms and a villa for families, designed to suit every need. A clean, fresh at...
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Lemnos is ideally situated above Marine Drive in Margate offering good sea views, walking distance to the beach, and ...
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Beau Vista No. 4 is a magnificent beachfront apartment situated on the sought-after Manaba Beach, on the South Coast ...
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Tucked away from the crowds but only minutes from Margate town centre, Treetops Lodge is also conveniently placed bet...
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Located in front of the Margate fishing pier with lovely sea views, Mahe is ideally located in short walking distance...
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A mild sub-tropical climate and year-round sunshine combined with easy access to entertainment, sports, service and s...
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Located in front of the Margate fishing pier with 180 degree sea views towards Margate main beach, Mahe is ideally lo...
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There is a stunning swimming beach, Coppins Cove with blue flag status with full time lifesavers and a wave pool. The...
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Sue Casa is ideally located on the Manaba Beach coastline, offering fantastic ocean and breaker views. Opposite the ...
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Welcome to Dumela Holiday Resort in Margate and the glorious and friendly Natal South Coast. We pride ourselves on be...
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Choose from a range of self catering accommodation units. Units have been individually decorated and each property h...
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This recently refurbished resort is located in quiet surroundings in Margate, allowing you to relax and unwind away f...
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Libra Flats are fully furnished and serviced. Luxury holiday accommodation is located in the prime position of Marga...
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The South Coast of KwaZulu Natal is a popular ‘endless summer for all’ strip of coastland that trails down from the h...
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Marina Glen Holiday Resort No 3 is located in Marina Beach, a small holiday village between Southbroom and Sanlameer....
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Ramsgate, Port Edward, Glenmore Beach, Umzumbe, Palm Beach, San Lameer, Uvongo, Port Shepstone, Hibberdene, Southbroom, Elysium, Umtentweni, Shelly beach
Margate is a favourite seaside resort town on South Africa’s wild South Coast.
The South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal is the southeastern shore of Africa, a somewhat remote and beautiful coastline along the warm turquoise Indian Ocean.
The largest most popular small holiday town along the secluded scenic coastline, Margate is about 100 kms south of Durban, between Port Shepstone and Port Edward. It is set in what is known as the Hibiscus Coast, due to its profusion of flowering shrubs and lush green vegetation.
For a hundred years South African families have been going to Margate for Easter and Christmas holidays. The incredible natural beauty of the beach and lovely surrounding natural landscapes explains why it is a much loved holiday destination.
The South Coast attracts international tourists as it has some of the most beautiful protected wildernesses on the planet. Due to the shallow sea and rocky outcrops it was impossible to establish a harbour and some of the pristine beauty of the paradise that it was, still remains.
Things to Do
The permanently pleasant climate and warm sea are perfect all year for a relaxing holiday, especially with children, in fresh air and surrounded by nature.
Beach and Water
The main Margate beach is magnificent, with a lagoon and river.
Long and broad, the sandy beach gently slopes down to a huge shallow expanse of sea, wonderful for swimming, surfing, snorkeling and sailing. There is an adjacent pool and restaurant and the beach has Blue Flag status.
Visitors can relax in the sunshine on the glorious beach, or swim in the sea and pools. The climate is warm enough for swimming and water sports all year .
St Michaels beach nearby is especially good for surfing.There are shark nets and lifeguards to ensure safe surfing and swimming.
Angling
Margate has some of the best angling in the world, with a huge variety of fish.
There are lagoons, piers, ski boats, jetties, massive rock formations and cliffs from which to fish along the seashore. It is popular for fishing all year.
Bird Watching
There is an increasing fascination with birds, and the South Coast has some amazing bird watching places. It is a heavenly environment for birds, with habitats that include lagoons, estuaries, wetland forests, gorges and open grasslands, and there are about 400 species recorded on the coast.
Golf
The South Coast is a Golfing Paradise.The Margate Country Club has a picturesque 18 hole golf course that winds along the river, designed for all levels of players.The subtropical vegetation with exotic and indigenous trees and shrubs, is an impressive background for golf courses, some of which overlook the sea and rivers, and there about 8 more courses nearby, some of the best in the country.
Nature Reserves
For nature lovers there are many untouched natural wildernesses to visit near Margate, as there nine reserves altogether on the South Coast. There are guided hiking trails and tours.
Oribi Gorge
About 40 kms inland from Margate, is Oribi, a spectacular ravine 27 kms long and 400 ms (55 stories) deep. Abseiling, gorge swinging, cliff climbing and hiking are among the adventure activities available there. It is an unforgettable experience looking down at the dramatic deep gorge and sheer cliffs in this forested Nature Reserve.
The park also has leopards, zebras, giraffes and other game animals.
Shops
There is the Hibiscus Mall in Margate, and the Shelly Centre, a large and popular shopping centre nearby. There are also numerous small art galleries and craft markets selling beautiful handmade items in the seaside villages.
Charter flights
Margate Airport is the second largest runway in Natal. Small planes can be chartered for scenic flights over the sea to explore the stunning surrounding terrain and fly along the lovely coastline, which is great fun.
Scenic drives.
There are enjoyable scenic drives both up and down the coastline and also several beautiful drives inland, such as to the breathtaking Oribi Gorge and the Nature Reserves.
Where to Stay
Margate has many self catering cottages, holiday homes, and guest houses as it is well equipped for family holidays. There are also lodges and hotels.
Luxury holiday apartments are available on the gorgeous beachfront with direct beach access. The Margate Beach is particularly beautiful with exquisite expansive views of blue sea.
Margate is well organised with many types of accommodation to suit different requirements, especially for family activities and holidays.
Where to Eat
After a day of swimming or relaxing, Margate has plenty of seaside bars, restaurants and nightclubs nearby once the sun sets.
Flavours Restaurant uses fresh high quality ingredients.
Le Rendezvous is a french bistro in Scottburgh.
La Capannina is in Ramsgate nearby.
The Trattoria La Terrazza is an Italian restaurant on Outlook Rd on the beach in Southbroom.
Transport
Margate is about 160 kms from Shaka Airport down the N2, about 1 ½ hours drive in a taxi or hired car. Cars are available at the airport.
There are several airport shuttle services to Margate every day and it is best to choose a company and book before hand. The shuttles take about 2 ½ hours due to stops on the way.
Tours can also be booked locally to see the staggering beauty of the views along the coast.
