On the SA Rocks Facebook group I posted a question about the beaches in South Africa: Which beaches people loved and why. Here are some of the responses:
Paul Jacobson wrote:
There used to be an awesome beach in Plett called Lookout beach but I understand it has been eroded to the point where it isn’t quite so sexy … Just the same beaches in Plett get my vote cause I’d secretly love to have a home there …
Sandra Pitcher wrote:
Well I reckon it’s gotta be Salt Rock up the North Coast. It’s awesome there
Shaun O’Connell wrote:
The best beach in SA has to be the white sands of Nature’s Valley.
As you descend from the cliff-tops on the last day of the Otter Trail, you’re greeted with the beautiful view of Nature’s Valley and its beach. After 5 days of hiking, your feet almost become numb. The beach is like a soft massage to those tired feet and toes.
Tim Cohen wrote:
There are so many & it really depends on what you are after… One of the coolest for unspoilt beauty & space is Mtunzini North coast:
Mtunzini located in a naturally beautiful and unspoilt setting of dune forest, coastal wetland, golden beaches, and tidal lagoon, offers a host of outdoor and sporting activities, from ski-boating and fishing to birding and bush trails. Permission can also be obtained from the local KZN Conservation Service office to take four-wheel drive vehicles along a 40km stretch of beach. The town boasts a spectacular natural attraction in the form of a national monument of giant 20m high Raphia Palms, which in turn attract the rare Palmnut Vulture.
Kate Thompson wrote:
Nahoon is a great surfing and tanning beach, but I’d choose a beach in the Transkei – deserted, white sand, beautiful blue water, lots of wildlife!
I have added Kenton (left) and Port Alfred (top) Beaches to the list, they are both magical.
Thank you all for your responses to the question, if you have any more beaches to add to the list please leave a comment on this post!
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March 12th, 2007 at 4:41 pm
My favourite SA beach is Llandudno ..living there for a few years I got to discover so many secret spots in that gorgeous secluded bay & all its corners sprinkled with bright memories
BTW for surfers – since surfers & beaches tend to be synonymous – go to Wavescape for the BEST breakdown of SA breaks along our shores… thanks to the legendary Spike. In fact even if you aren’t a surfer, the site is too cool :: ESPECIALLY the surfikan slang page (go to the bottom links) hilarious
March 12th, 2007 at 8:08 pm
Don’t forget Wilderness beach. There is no view more breathtaking that the sudden splendor of the Golden Beach of Wilderness that appears out of nowhere as you round the corner at Dolphin’s point in Kaaimans Pass.
Since I made it my home six months ago I still take time to look each time i round the corner. It is good to be home…
March 13th, 2007 at 8:33 am
Shocking!!! No one has said Umhlanga yet! it is positively the best place to chill out and just relax… It has a great nightlife too.
March 13th, 2007 at 12:20 pm
What makes a great beach ?
Is it miles of sparkling white sand ? Thousands of luscious tanned bodies slowly roasting with the aroma of coconut oil lingering ? A great beach break that allows you to body surf a tube or two ? Safe swimming for the kids ?
I must admit living in the Garden Route does spoil you a little and the beaches mentioned in are all worthy, however, my choice would have to be Victoria Bay. It may get a little crowded in season but with a large grass section, a pub right next door, great ablution and changing facilities, an excellent beach and point break and reasonably safe and sheltered swimming it takes my vote. Living only a few minutes drive from it doesn’t hurt either.
March 13th, 2007 at 3:36 pm
More comments from the Facebook group members:
Robyn Castle wrote:
The best would have to be plett…that place is amazing and best cocktails would be at the lockout deck in plett….i love that place its awesome!!!!!
Michelle Atagana wrote:
I think the best has got to be umhlanga… totally rocks. if you just wanna chill out and relax umhlanga is the best place to go.
Angi Baleta wrote:
Gotta be anywhere on the Wild Coast stretch. Between Transkei and Ramsgate. Beautiful unspoilt beaches, no holidaymakers. The perfect way to spend a day!
Candice Oosthuizen wrote:
lundudno beach cape town!!!!!
Lesley Potgieter wrote:
Cape St Francis, without a doubt!
Thanks again to everyone for their great comments!!
February 19th, 2008 at 4:00 pm
Coffee Bay in the Transkei…no doubt
Pure, clean, natural, unspoiled…no damn tourists…
I’m from Cape Town and it’s hard to find a beach as quiet and unspoiled as Coffee bay