Umkomaas, South Coast
Umkomaas is situated on a hillside crowning the river's southern bank boasts some spectacular sea views. This beautiful area might be small but it is quite a buzz - divers from across the world come to Umkomaas to access the famous Aliwal Shoal. Aliwal Shoal is a world renowned scuba diving site and lies buried 5km out at sea. It boasts an average depth of 28m and contains a world of magnificent wonders. Ragged-tooth sharks, hammerhead sharks, Zambezi sharks, copper sharks or bronze whalers, threshers and even the Great White Shark have been identified in this area.
A diversity of tropical fish and magnificent coral reefs can also be discovered in these memorable Umkomaas dive locations. The Shoal is dominated by a central ridge, an ancient sand dune that runs almost parallel to the coastline. This ridge is potholed with many caves and overhangs, shelves and gullies, all providing exciting glimpses of the vibrant and varied marine life of the area.
The Umkomaas Adventure Village caters for the adventurer and holiday maker alike and offers accommodation, adventure activities and tours, a curio shop, hair salon, restaurant and pub.
A boat trip to view the whales up close and personal in all their glory is an absolute must! If you feel something a bit more exciting, why not enjoy a horse ride on the beach and admire the magnificent coastline. There are game reserves, mountain biking and hiking trails, tennis and bowling activities all set in beautiful terrain.
The famous Umkomaas golf club is the 3rd oldest course in KwaZulu Natal and is a challenging 5479m course which tests the abilities of all golfers - high or low handicapped - allowing players of all handicaps to enjoy a round. Spectacular sea views, diverse bird life and magnificent trees make for a pleasant golfing experience.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Elephants Tusk
Elephants Tusk offers accommodation in Umkomaas on the south coast of Kwazulu Natal. This is the heart of the diving community. The guest house o...
Coastal Beach Resort
Coastal Beach Resort is located on the shores of Umgababa Beach in Amanzimtoti. The resort is close to town central with restaurants and shops on...
The Beach House Widenham
The Beach House holiday home in Widenham enjoys the most spectacular views of Umkomaas and Widenham Beaches. Relax in style as the waves crash on...
Highrocks Beach House
Rated by Getaway Magazine as one of the top ten accommodation beach houses in South Africa, Highrocks Beach House really is something special. As...
Ocean Park Guest House
This luxurious accommodation venue in central Umkomaas is perfectly situated to use as a base to explore the South Coast. We have nine rooms, thr...
CoCotree Beach House
CoCotree Beach House in Clansthal lies just a 2min walk from the beach. There is also a lovely natural cove or point about a 7 minute walk down t...
Kingfisher Cottage
Kingfisher Cottage is located in Umkomaas and offers comfortable South Coast self catering accommodation. The cottage is conveniently situated wi...
The Lazy Moose Lodge
The Lazy Moose Lodge offers guests luxury lodge suites, a signature restaurant, a lower deck bar in Clansthal, Ezembeni, 100m from the beach. The...
House On The Beach
House on the Beach is one of the top ten affordable and cool beach houses in South Africa. The accommodation consists of three queen sized bedroo...
Stroke-One-Inn
Stroke-One-Inn provides exclusive bed and breakfast accommodation in Umkomaas, in a tranquil, scenic setting. Our establishment adjoins the third...
Things to do in the area
Scuba Crew
Explore the world beneath the water when you sign up for a SCUBA diving course with Scuba Crew in Pretoria. This is a PADI (Professional Associa...
Blue Ocean Dive Resort
Calling all SCUBA divers and snorkellers to experience the wonder of the Aliwal Shoal and book your accommodation on the South Coast. Blue Ocean ...
Clansthal Beach
You will find the little Clansthal Beach approximately 40km from the city of Durban and in between the towns of Scottburgh and Umkomaas. This is ...
Green Point Lighthouse Clansthal
Green Point lighthouse should not be confused with the other Green Point lighthouse, also often known as Mouille Point lighthouse, in Cape Town. ...
Umgababa Beach
""Once your feet have touched the warm sun-drenched sand of the seashore you will never ever be the same." - Patsy GantJust three kilometres from...
Noteworthy attractions
Mkambati Nature Reserve
Flanked on either side by the forested ravines of the Msikaba and Mtentu Rivers, Mkambati Nature Reserve is 8000 hectares of coastal reserve that...
Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve
The Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve is a wonderfully scenic area offering excellent hiking opportunities. The area boasts cliffs and forests and spect...
Umtamvuna Nature Reserve
The Umtamvuna Nature Reserve is famous for its magnificent views of the deep Umtamvuna River Gorge. Umtamvuna is a treasure house of rare and end...
Vernon Crookes Nature Reserve
The Vernon Crookes is a delightful and convenient reserve for travellers holidaying on the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal. Vernon Crookes Nature Re...
Amanzimtoti Golf Club
Set just south of Durban and on the white sandy shores of KwaZulu Natal lays the Amanzimtoti Golf Course and Country Club. Originally opened, in ...
Margate Country Club
Margate golf course game may appear to be easy at first, don't be lulled into contentment; this is an extensively challenging course. The Margate...
Port Shepstone Country Club
Port Shepstone's golf course is one of the most popular along the South Coast and is well supported by local and overseas visitors alike. The cou...
San Lameer Country Club
The San Lameer golf course is situated on the Durban South Coast and is rated one of the top 30 South African golf courses. Opened in 1922 the co...
Scottburgh Golf Club
Scottburgh Golf Club's undulating golf course has a most attractive setting with the sight and sounds of the Indian Ocean always in the backgroun...
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