Richards Bay

Alkantstrand beach

Good for Relax

7.1

/ 10 Good

#46 out of 59
in KwaZulu-Natal

About

Alkantstrand beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 46th place out of 59 beaches in the KwaZulu-Natal region The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Alkantstrand beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, showers, toilets. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. 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.

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Historical

+25 ^oC +19 ^oC

Air temperature

5.9 M/S

Wind

+26 ^oC

Water temperature

2.5 M

Wave height

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Water

Pleasant

6.4/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Bad

1/10

Amenities

Poor

2.8/10

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Alkantstrand beach (KwaZulu-Natal) is located outside the Richards Bay 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 Alkantstrand 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.

User reviews

"The beach is gorgeous and enjoyable, with vigilant lifeguards and a great spot at the lighthouse for tourist photos. Crime is rare, but it can get quite crowded on public and school holidays. Despite this, it's still one of the top beaches around. It would be even better if there were a small restaurant or food court built in a tasteful way by investors."

Ethan Jorvik

"The beach has pristine golden sand and is well-maintained, including the clean toilets and visible lifeguards."

Sileda Mdanu

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Ethan Jorvik

"The beach has pristine golden sand and is well-maintained, including the clean toilets and visible lifeguards."

Sileda Mdanu

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960m from the beach

8.4

Very good

The Ridge Guesthouse

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

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4.6km from center

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1.2km from the beach

6.6

Good

Indaba Lodge Richards Bay

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4.5km from center

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1.3km from the beach

7.2

Good

Premier Splendid Inn Bayshore

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4.2km from center

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1.4km from the beach

Good

Premier Hotel The Richards

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4.1km from center

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1.7km from the beach

8.3

Very good

Crayfish Creek Guest House

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3.9km from center

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1.7km from the beach

Villa Pesca

Resort Villa

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Richards Bay

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3.9km from center

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1.8km from the beach

7.7

Very good

Mzingazi waterfront

Entire Apartment

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Richards Bay

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3.4km from center

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1.8km from the beach

8.7

Excellent

Mzingazi Accommodation

Resort Villa

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Richards Bay

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3.4km from center

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1.8km from the beach

Excellent

Eagle’s Bay

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Richards Bay

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4.3km from center

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1.8km from the beach

8.2

Very good

BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay

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Richards Bay

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3.4km from center

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1.8km from the beach

7.8

Very good

Wild Rocks

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Richards Bay

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3.3km from center

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1.8km from the beach

7.7

Very good

Garden Apartments

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3.8km from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- High prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach
size&shape
- Length - long, about 500 meters
- Width - sufficient

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What to do in Alkantstrand 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 Alkantstrand 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!

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Alkantstrand beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Transport

RCB• 6.9km
Emoyeni• 47.3km

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

The coastline of Alkantstrand beach is covered with golden sand. Unfortunately it's not very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Alkantstrand beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Alkantstrand beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

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

Kite and windsurfing
Surfing

Is the Alkantstrand 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.

Alkantstrand beach is partially protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Alkantstrand beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Alkantstrand 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 Alkantstrand beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Alkantstrand beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Alkantstrand beach?

There are 123 places to stay in the Alkantstrand beach area.

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How far is the Alkantstrand beach from parking?

The Alkantstrand beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Alkantstrand beach is March. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 22°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.