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Black Rock beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 22th place out of 59 beaches in the KwaZulu-Natal region The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views.
It is a long several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine 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, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Black Rock beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, snorkeling.
To get to the beach, you need to drive along a dirt road about 2km long. Parking is located directly on the beach.
Black Rock beach (KwaZulu-Natal) is located outside the Rocktail 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, 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 Black Rock beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Black Rock beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
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The Black Rock beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very 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.
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Black Rock beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Black Rock beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
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.
Black Rock beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Black Rock beach for swimming is very positive.
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
The following features add extra points:
Black Rock beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Black Rock beach.
There are 2 places to stay in the Black Rock beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Black Rock beach include:
The Black Rock beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres and you have to drive on a dirt road to reach it.
The month with the highest temperature in Black Rock beach is March. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 22°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.
Black Rock 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.Black Rock 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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