Umtentweni Main Beach
5 minutes
Golden sand, a tidal pool, safe swimming and lifeguards in season, plus shady picnic and braai spots.
Attractions
Beaches, the river and the gorge — everything worth a trip out, within a short drive of the house.
Umtentweni Whale Deck
Migration season May & Dec
A dedicated lookout deck for whale watching along the coast.
Umzimkhulu River Kayaking
On the river below the house
Guided or solo kayak trips on the estuary, based at Spillers Wharf.
Spillers Waterfront
Short drive — confirm exact time
Shops, restaurants, coffee, a bookstore and a craft shop on the banks of the Umzimkhulu in Port Shepstone.
Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve
Inland — confirm exact time
Hiking, ziplining and the famous gorge swing, with cliff-top viewpoints and waterfalls inland.
Port Shepstone Country Club
Short drive — confirm exact time
18-hole golf course, one of several within easy reach.
Salt Cartel Guided Fishing
Book direct
Rock & surf, river & estuary and boat fishing charters, plus lessons — run by the same family. Open their site for rates and stay packages.
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