Hibiscus Coast, KwaZulu Natal is so named for the thousands of beautiful hibiscus trees that bloom along this part of the South Coast from, Hibberdene to Port Edward.

 

Hibiscus Coast, KwaZulu Natal is well-known for its beaches.

 

Anglers will be delighted with the fantastic catches they can get along the Hibiscus Coast, while divers have the opportunity to dive some of the world's best shark diving sites at Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks.

 

The Hibiscus Coast is also fondly referred to as South Africa's ‘golf coast' or “Golf Mecca” as there are 7 golf courses in the area, including one of the country's top courses at San Lameer. Who’s ready for a four ball?

 

Twitchers can twitter about the abundant birdlife in the area; get your fix on the Southern KwaZulu-Natal Birding Route,(Don’t forget to tweet us on the share and tell button below) or visit the Oribi Gorge and Umtamvuna Nature Reserves. These reserves is also home to a number animal species, including the Oribi buck; offering various walks and trails as well as cycle trails: the whole area is really great for mountain biking, so don’t leave your bike at home bring it with.

 

Oribi Gorge is an adventure destination with the world's biggest bungee swing, and the world's highest natural commercial abseil as well as wonderful hikes.

 

The smallest desert in the world is at Port Edward.

 

DID YOU KNOW?

The sardine run, an Hibiscus Coast attraction, is one of the world's greatest marine spectacles.

Between May and July, the calm waters off the coast become a hive of activity when the annual sardine run takes place. This mass pilchard migration transforms the sea into one of the greatest feeding frenzies on earth, as thousands of bottlenose dolphins, sharks, game fish and gulls feast on the migratory shoal.

 

And while our inviting stretch of Indian Ocean presents the year-round delights of frolicking dolphins and majestic, cruising whales, this enchantment peaks each June or July with 'The Greatest Shoal on Earth' - when we offer the best possible 'ringside' seats for one of nature's truly grand spectaculars. Where else can you marvel at 20-thousand dolphins, thousands of sharks, hundreds of fur seals, uncountable game fish and an armada of humpback whale - all herding and feeding from a millions-strong sardine shoal, while massed squadrons of sea birds, dive from above feasting till they drop? This may sound a bit fishy but our annual winter Sardine Run is a wonder of the world, attracting ever more attention from around the globe. Do you really want to miss it this year?

 

Hibberdene, Port Shepstone, Shelly Beach, Margate, Southbroom and Port Edward form the core of the Hibiscus Coast.

 

Gracious and relaxed subtropical seaside living, plus thrilling, adrenalin-fuelled adventures to boot! Living up to its name, Hibiscus Coast dazzles with iridescent blooms against a lush green backdrop, perennial warm, saltwater playground along the 70 kilometres of hideaway coves, valleys with crocodile farms, golden sands, tidal pools, petrified forests, sounds like heaven on earth. Well it is. Speaking of heaven; Ever wonder about UFOs and extra-terrestrials? The unique Space Centre with its museum and observatory boasts our continent's largest private collection of astronomical and optical equipment, plus guided tours with audio-visual displays and the rare chance to write messages in the night sky with a laser beam, come on and write your name in the sky, you know you want to.

 

 

Be warned The Hibiscus Coast, weaves a magic spell of its own, you’ll come only wanting to play and leave with a yearning to stay here, it is after all the preferred retirement location, with vibrant clubs helping you to stay forever young, giving the expression old but not cold a new meaning.