About Durban Beaches
As the main metropolis of the KwaZulu-Natal Province, Durban certainly has much to see and do. However, year after year, its beautiful beaches continue to be the lure that attracts visitors from all over the world.
Did you know? Durban's beaches are, arguably, its top attraction. Surfing spots like Bay of Plenty and Dairy, and bodyboarding favourite, North beach, have placed it firmly on the map, whilst swimming is possible right along the coast thanks to shark nets and lifeguards on duty.
The Indian Ocean is warmer than its counterparts and promises comfortable swimming conditions almost all year round. In addition, the weather in KZN is, generally, hotter than in the rest of South Africa, which means that days on the beach are even possible in winter (and an absolute must in summer).
Durban's beaches extend along the Golden Mile, and include a number of beaches that have achieved the renowned Blue Flag status, which testifies to their beauty, cleanliness, superior management and commitment to environmental responsibility.
Because of its proliferation of fabulous beaches, Durban is a hive of activity for water sports enthusiasts. It is an ideal spot for surfing, snorkelling, SCUBA diving, whale watching, kite surfing and paddling.
Popular Durban Beaches
Beaches & Pools / Family Entertainment
Addington Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in Durban
Perched along the famous Golden Mile of Durban not far from the best accommodation in Durban, Addington Beach is popular for its gorgeous wide, sandy stretches, ...
Beaches & Pools / Family Entertainment
Amanzimtoti Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in Amanzimtoti
Amanzimtoti Beach borders the warm Indian Ocean which makes the water ideal for all year round swimming, snorkelling, diving, surfing and family beach fun.
This ...
Brighton Beach and Cave Rock
Overnight? Accommodation in Brighton Beach
Brighton Beach is the perfect spot for surfers, catch a wave or two at one of the best surf spots in South Africa - Cave Rock. The waves are exciting and barrel ...
South Beach
Stay? South Beach Accommodation
Located at the south end of the Durban Golden Mile is the scenic South Beach. Golden sands and warm blue waters are irresistible for swimmers, surfers and ...
North Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in Durban
Durban's North Beach is extremely popular during the festive season and December school holidays. Thousands of tourists and holiday-makers flock to the beach to get ...
Ansteys Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in Bluff
Ansteys Beach on the Bluff in Durban is very close to Cave Rock, which if you're a surfer, you should be familiar with as it's a famous surf break. Like many of the ...
Bluff Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in Bluff
Come and take a leisurely stroll along the magnificent Bluff which is a stretch of unspoilt beach and dunes that invite you to be there. Get there early enough in ...
La Lucia Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in La Lucia
The warm Indian Ocean flows along the Umhlanga coastline making activities such as snorkelling, diving, surfing and swimming ideal in its waters - and what better ...
uShaka Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in Point Waterfront
After a wonderful visit to the uShaka Marine World in Durban discovering a host of marine life why not head down to the uShaka Beach just a short distance away and ...
Wedge Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in Durban Beachfront
Welcome to surfers paradise! Wedge Beach is very popular with a lot of regulars in the waters as well as those new to the sport, eager to catch a wave for the first ...
Dairy Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in Durban Beachfront
Dairy Beach, also known as New Pier Beach is part of the well know 6km stretch of Durban's Golden Mile. Another great surf spot thanks to the beach break which ...
Bay of Plenty Beach
Overnight? Accommodation in Durban
Being awarded Blue Flag status is an amazing accomplishment for beaches all over the world. It means that they are clean, safe, environmentally responsible, ...
Need to Know
WhereDurban is a region that extends up to Umhlanga Rocks in the north, to Inchanga and Botha's Hill in the west, and just beyond Yellowwood Park in the south
WhenBest during daylight hours
OvernightStay in Durban Accommodation, KwaZulu Natal
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You might also be interested inBeaches of KwaZulu Natal
KwaZulu Natal and Durban boast 600km of subtropical beaches on the warm Indian Ocean coastline. What makes this fantastic coastline even better is that KwaZulu Natal also has fantastic weather all year round - even in winter. The water is warm and contains an abundance of magnificent tropical fish and coral reefs. Find out more about KwaZulu Natal's beaches.
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Hotels & other accommodation options in Durban
Tenbury 903
Tenbury 903 is a self catering apartment offers holiday accommodation in a beachfront building just 150m from Addington Beach and 150m from uShak...
Impala Holiday Flats
Impala Holiday Flats is located in South Beach, Durban and offers self catering accommodation for guests looking for comfortable stay in a prime ...
Lancaster Gate Apartment
Situated on South Beach in Durban, Lancaster Gate Apartment offers self catering accommodation in two separate holiday apartments. Both apartment...
Umdloti Cabanas 21
Umdloti Cabanas 21 is a triple storey apartment (accommodating for guests max.) located in the Umdloti Cabanas complex. The apartment has two bed...
Coweys Corner
Coweys Corner is a beautifully restored spacious guest house ideally situated in Durban's popular suburb of Berea. All rooms are en-suite with ai...
Oyster Schelles 403
Oyster Schelles 403 Holiday Apartment in Umhlanga has three air conditioned bedrooms, each with it's own bathroom. Sliding doors lead onto the st...
Oceans 1907
Oceans 1907 offers air-conditioned accommodation in Umhlanga in one bedroom furnished with a Queen-size bed. The modern kitchen is beautifully ap...
Things to do in the area
Addington Beach
Perched along the famous Golden Mile of Durban not far from the best accommodation in Durban, Addington Beach is popular for its gorgeous wide, s...
South Beach
Located at the south end of the Durban Golden Mile is the scenic South Beach. Golden sands and warm blue waters are irresistible for swimmers, su...
Khangela Brewery
The United National Breweries branch in Durban, the Khangela Brewery, is the producer of the biggest Umgombothi in South Africa. If you haven't h...
California Dreaming
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Durban's Ricksha bus
Cape Town and Johannesburg each have their own version of the hop-on-hop-off city sightseeing bus. Durban's equivalent is the Ricksha bus (not s...
SA Sugar Terminal Tour
Not that we're suggesting for a moment that you encourage your children to eat any more sugar, but this is one tour that is at once interesting a...
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