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Saint Michaelʼson Sea
St Micheals beach
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About
St Micheals beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 26th place out of 59 beaches in the KwaZulu-Natal region The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, partygoers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
St Micheals beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, showers, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Uvongo beach, which has a rating of 8.3.
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St Micheals beach (KwaZulu-Natal) is located outside the Shelly Beach settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the St Micheals beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
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What to do in St Micheals beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that St Micheals beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- C-Bali Restaurant• 3 min walk
- Ocean Fish and Takea...• 3 min walk
- Oasis pub and grill• 6 min walk
- ECO CAFE• 7 min walk
Attractions
- St Michaels Beach• 2 min walk
- Blue Diamond Fishing...• 18 min walk
- Uvongo scenery• 19 min walk
- Uvongo waterfall• 27 min walk
Transport
- MGH• 7.2km
- Eriksson B L• 55.7km
- Beach Terminus• 3.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the St Micheals beach?
The coastline of St Micheals beach is covered with golden sand. Unfortunately it's not very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at St Micheals beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the St Micheals beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The St Micheals beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the St Micheals beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
The waves in the St Micheals beach are usually strong.
Is the St Micheals beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the St Micheals beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of St Micheals beach?
The bar is located right on the St Micheals beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.C-Bali Restaurant is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the St Micheals beach?
There are 810 places to stay in the St Micheals beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of St Micheals beach include:
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How far is the St Micheals beach from parking?
The St Micheals beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby St Micheals beach?
There are 4 attractions near St Micheals beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are St Michaels Beach located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit St Micheals beach?
The month with the highest temperature in St Micheals beach is March. Its average value reaches 25°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 21°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
St Micheals beach (KwaZulu-Natal) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.St Micheals beach (KwaZulu-Natal) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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