Along the vast stretch of the coastline in South Africa lie the divine beaches all set to be explored. What can be more exciting for your family than a holiday on the lush beach with extensive indulging fun activities? Undoubtedly South Africa offers sprawling coastline, with some of the most spectacular beaches, rugged landscapes and dramatic sceneries where you can have a relaxing and soothing family getaway.
These beaches offer a multiplicity of action packed amazing ventures for all ages. Since summer holidays and beaches go along well so we have arranged some outstanding ideas to get your holiday plans in motion to South Africa.
Nelson Mandela Bay, Eastern Cape:
Nelson Mandela Bay has a friendly way to enthuse its visitors. Its location is in the Port Elizabeth on the Eastern Cape of South Africa. There is a wide range of activities that you can find in the area but the best attraction for everyone in Port Elizabeth is its serene beaches. Due to its pristine protected beaches and spectacular amenities, families love to visit this place.
Especially during holidays, this place is swarmed by the families. The warm water of Algoa Bay is bliss for taking a nice dip, beach combing, and deep sea diving to encounter lovely colourful marine life. Farther away from the coast, the abundance of dolphins, whales, and sharks provide a great amusement for boat or cruise excursions. Additionally, the climate and wind are quite suitable for surfing and kiteboarding. Kiddies would love the shallow basin of the beach to splash in and play water games.
You can also find suitable accommodation facility in of the lovely beach resorts and holiday houses according to your need and budget. Moreover, the metro city offers a number of excursions itself such as the Settler’s Park, Island Nature Reserve, Bavianskloof Wilderness Area etc., to provide an amusing retreat. You will unable to find any dull moment once you visit is the exhilarating place.
Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, South Africa:
This popular beach lies along the renowned Garden Route in Western Cape of South Africa and is well known for the revitalizing family holiday expeditions. You can go for black water tubing, fishing, whale and dolphin spotting, quad biking or simply enjoy a lovely swim in the warm waters of Robberg beach. Plettenberg also offers implausible thrilling hiking and biking trails which are very famous among the adults.
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Moreover, the Bollard Bay beach is also a safe beach with shallow spots for kids to swim and have fun while you relax on the soft sand enjoying the incredible view of Knysna heads. Nevertheless, on the main beach on Island Bay, you can find yourself a number of activities like a canoe, surfing, swimming or even fishing. Moreover, you can get accommodation in the lovely holiday houses, private lodges or beach resorts with affordable prices. This iconic beach will be the best escape for you and your family from the chaotic city life.
St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal:
St Lucia is the rugged beauty of South Africa. This celestial place has unspoiled sandy stretches and lush greenery in the backdrop. It is quite famous among the beach lovers as it offers diverse activities to keep your family amused. You can go for deep sea fishing, snorkelling or a pleasant walk along the Cape Vidal (a nearby beach) while your little ones can enjoy a snorkelling expedition at low tide in the natural tidal pool. Furthermore, they can get amused by the spectacular marine life such as the leatherback and Loggerhead turtles.
You can also witness the might humpback whales migrating off the Coast of St Lucia between June and November. These humpback Whales migration is a spectacular sight indeed. You can easily find upmarket lovely accommodation facilities in the resorts and lodges nearby the beach with full amenities.
Apart from a beach excursion, you can also go for a tour in the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, Day/night Safari tours, Shoreline Hippo and croc cruises and Wildlife natural reserves. In St Lucia, You will find everything well managed, organized and worth experiencing a perfect getaway!
Camps Bay, Cape Town:
It is certainly the affluent suburb of Cape Town with the most happening white sand beach which is quite busy as a lot of folks escape from the hustle and bustle of the city to the beaches for relaxation. It’s quite a spectacle to watch the lovely crowd lazing about on the Camps Bay. Or enjoying swimming, surfing, strolling during the day and once the sun sets the Hippy trendy cafes and bars are enlivened by the party lovers creating a sight of huge marry making.
You can feel celebrations at every corner. There is an array of delectable food joints and bars offering sparkling cocktails. Nevertheless, further away you can also find a tranquil more secluded escape in Clifton beaches if you desire little privacy. And for best surfing experience with fast rides, you can go to the Glen Beach in the far right of Camps Bay.
Lastly, your holiday cannot be completed unless to visit the Blouberg beach where you can witness and capture the glorious sunset. The camps bay promenade is swarmed with upscale restaurants, picnic areas, Marketplaces, spas and holiday lodges. So let the soul of Camp Bay lighten up your spirits to experience a great vacation…
Margate, Hibiscus coast- Kwazulu-Natal:
This beach is popular for the lovely family excursions it offers. This surprisingly electrifying town has a moderate weather and you can enjoy swimming, windsurfing, deep sea fishing, and kite surfing and kayaking all year round especially in summers. The Uvongo beach in Margate is a famous beach for families due to its shallow lagoon which is perfect for your little ones to enjoy their part of the beach holiday. Situated on the mouth of Ivungu River the beach is perfect for a swimming, fishing, strolling and sunbathing.
Also get a ride on a pedalo and pedal your way to the base of the wonderful waterfall. Moreover, you can also get a perfect picnic on the lovely beach with the serene ocean view and try some horse riding along the beach as well. The whole experience of this place will imprint a profound likeness which you will cherish for your life.
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