Amanzimtoti

Amanzimtoti beach

Good for Relax
8.1
 / 10 Very good
#12 out of 59
in KwaZulu-Natal

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+24 oC +22 oC
Air temperature
5.2 M/S
Wind
+25 oC
Water temperature
2 M
Wave height

KwaMakhutha, KwaZulu-Natal,

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Key features

Beach overall scores

Water
Exceptional
9.5/10
Cover
Pleasant
6.2/10
Cleanliness
Frustrating
4/10
Amenities
Poor
3.2/10
Booking.com
"Amanzintoti beach is often touted as one of the top beaches in Durban, with a constant presence of police and security vehicles to ensure that no one gets too rowdy. On my most recent trip, I noticed that they had added some gym equipment for the public to use - because who doesn't want to work out on a sandy beach, right? The lifeguards are always on duty, keeping a watchfu..."
Sarina Alawi
"The beach is immaculate, boasting vast stretches of sandy shores. However, it is worth noting that the winds tend to pick up in the afternoon. The lifeguards on duty are vigilant in maintaining order and ensuring the safety of all beach-goers. The tranquil ambiance is truly remarkable. Additionally, the braai facilities are meticulously maintained and open to all. November i..."
Landon Rivers
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Booking.com
"Amanzintoti beach is often touted as one of the top beaches in Durban, with a constant presence of police and security vehicles to ensure that no one gets too rowdy. On my most recent trip, I noticed that they had added some gym equipment for the public to use - because who doesn't want to work out on a sandy beach, right? The lifeguards are always on duty, keeping a watchfu..."
Sarina Alawi
"The beach is immaculate, boasting vast stretches of sandy shores. However, it is worth noting that the winds tend to pick up in the afternoon. The lifeguards on duty are vigilant in maintaining order and ensuring the safety of all beach-goers. The tranquil ambiance is truly remarkable. Additionally, the braai facilities are meticulously maintained and open to all. November i..."
Landon Rivers
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Beach surroundings

Restaurants

  • Valentino's Pub & Gr... 1 min walk
  • Oasis Waterworld 2 min walk
  • The Thirsty Whale &... 2 min walk
  • Toti Oasis 6 min walk

Attractions

  • Amanzimtoti Estuary 17 min walk
  • Amanzimtoti Bird San... 20 min walk
  • Amanzimtoti Japanese... 20 min walk
  • ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALI... 21 min walk

Transport

  • VIR 34.9km
  • Elgro 22 min walk
  • Race Course Halt 14.1km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Amanzimtoti beach?

The Amanzimtoti beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Amanzimtoti beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Amanzimtoti beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Amanzimtoti beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

  • Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

  • Beach volleyball

Is the Amanzimtoti beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, 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 Amanzimtoti beach are usually strong.

Is the Amanzimtoti 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Amanzimtoti beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. 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 Amanzimtoti beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Amanzimtoti beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Valentino's Pub & Grill is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Amanzimtoti beach?

There are 232 places to stay in the Amanzimtoti beach area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Amanzimtoti beach from parking?

The Amanzimtoti 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 Amanzimtoti beach?

There are 4 attractions near Amanzimtoti beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Amanzimtoti Estuary located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Amanzimtoti beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Amanzimtoti beach is February. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in February, the average value is 27°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?

Amanzimtoti 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.Amanzimtoti 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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