{"id":8237,"date":"2021-04-08T23:37:21","date_gmt":"2021-04-08T21:37:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/?p=8237"},"modified":"2021-04-08T23:37:21","modified_gmt":"2021-04-08T21:37:21","slug":"inthespotlight-15-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-kzn-mid-south-coast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/accommodation\/inthespotlight-15-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-kzn-mid-south-coast\/","title":{"rendered":"#InTheSpotlight: 15 things you need to know about the KZN Mid-South Coast"},"content":{"rendered":"

With its Blue Flag Beaches, nature reserves, golf courses, sports\u2019 venues, top-class accommodation, dining and retail options, visitors to the #KZNSouthCoast are spoilt for choice. That\u2019s why Ugu South Coast Tourism (USCT) has introduced the #InTheSpotlight feature to highlight the different region\u2019s offerings, with this month\u2019s focus on the KZN Mid-South Coast.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cWith our many eco-tourism adventures, family-friendly and cost-effective tourism offerings, we\u2019re anticipating a really great Easter holiday season this year,\u201d said CEO of USCT, Phelisa Mangcu. \u201cOur tourism establishments receive constant input on the latest Covid-19 protocols to ensure visitor safety, and we\u2019re fortunate to be able to offer so many open-air activities for a safe and unique experience. Here\u2019s a look at what visitors can expect along the KZN Mid-South Coast.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Port Shepstone the business hub<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Located just 120km south of Durban, Port Shepstone has grown to become the administrative, educational, distribution and commercial centre for the KZN South Coast. This seaside town boasts world-class tourism facilities for both the recreational and business tourist, including top accommodation, conferencing and banqueting venues, as well as quality dining options.<\/span><\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Affordable accommodation<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

There is a wide variety of accommodation available along the KZN Mid-South Coast, ranging from high-end resorts and hotels, through to family-friendly bed n breakfasts as well as cost-effective camp sites near the ocean. Whatever your budget or taste, the KZN Mid-South Coast has a space for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

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3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Port Shepstone Country Club <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The KZN South Coast is home to 11 quality golf courses, many of which can be found within the Mid-South Coast. A leading example is Port Shepstone Country Club which started as a nine-hole course in 1912 and has grown into an award-winning 18-hole course. The family-friendly club has great food and activities on offer.<\/span><\/p>\n

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4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Port Shepstone Maritime Museum <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The KZN South Coast has a rich and interesting maritime history dating back to the early seafarers of the 1500s. Discover the challenges and adventures of these intrepid travellers, as well as the tales of shipwrecks along these shores, by visiting the Port Shepstone Maritime Museum on the Port Shepstone beachfront.<\/span><\/p>\n

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5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Spiller’s Wharf in Port Shepstone <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Visitors seeking fun and relaxation along the water\u2019s edge should head to Spiller\u2019s Wharf. This site boasts a range of retail and dining options in the form of bars and restaurants, with the Spiller\u2019s Micro Brewery serving delicious craft beer options. There\u2019s also a selection of art, antiques, jewellery, collectibles, books \u2013 and a day spa \u2013 at Spiller\u2019s Wharf.<\/span><\/p>\n

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6.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Local radio stations <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tune into the KZN mid-South Coast\u2019s best tunes and latest events with Ugu Youth Radio (based in Port Shepstone), and Radio Sunny South (based in Oslo). Relax and enjoy some local flavour with these top-quality broadcasters.<\/span><\/p>\n

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7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Umzimkulu River activities in Port Shepstone<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The majestic Umzimkulu River flows through Port Shepstone, and from Spiller\u2019s Wharf, visitors can hire any number of aquatic-based sporting equipment, such as kayaks, to explore the river. There are also wonderful sunset cruises throughout the holiday season.<\/span><\/p>\n

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8.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ANEW Resort Ingeli Forest <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

This beautiful Resort near Harding is located alongside KZN\u2019s second largest indigenous coastal forest which is renowned for its incredible birding. The forest also consists of some the country\u2019s best hiking and mountain biking trails. The seven scenic routes range in length, including 3km, 3.5km, 7.5km, 10km, 15km and loop-out routes. The hotel rents out bikes, and there are many lovely picnic spots along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n

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9.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Harding Country Club <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Set against the Ingeli Mountain range within a number of dairy and timber farms is the quaint, countryside town of Harding. Here visitors can enjoy a round at the nine-hole golf course (with double tee boxes) which is flanked by trees in this much cooler climate.<\/span><\/p>\n

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10.\u00a0\u00a0 Dezzi South Coast Raceway in Oslo Beach <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Dezzi Raceway is the only Motorsport South Africa (MSA)-approved race track in KZN and stages nationally-televised motorsport events, including drifting and drag racing. Visitors to the KZN mid-South Coast can catch a motorsport race where some of the country\u2019s best drivers try out their skills.<\/span><\/p>\n

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11.\u00a0\u00a0 Protea Banks in Shelly Beach <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Found just 7.5km off Shelly Beach is the Marine Protected Area \u2013 Protea Banks. A world-class dive site, Protea Banks consists of a range of caves, ridges and amphitheatres where visitors can \u2018Dive the Big 5\u2019 sharks \u2013 tigers, Zambezi\u2019s sharks, raggies, hammerheads and blacktips – and a kaleidoscope of sub-tropical fish.<\/span><\/p>\n

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12.\u00a0\u00a0 Deep sea fishing, diving and surfing in Shelly Beach<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

This beautiful Marine Protected Area welcomes scuba divers and shark cage divers to its waters annually, with the waters rich with multiple game species such as dorado, marlin and king mackerel. Shelly Beach has a skiboat launch site where tourists can charter boats for deep sea fishing and diving. The cresting waves also make for great surfing in these parts.<\/span><\/p>\n

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13.\u00a0\u00a0 Shopping centres<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

In the unlikely event of rainy days \u2013 or a simple desire for retail therapy takes hold \u2013 the KZN Mid-South Coast has great shopping opportunities. There are numerous stores and dining options at both Shelly Centre and the South Coast Mall, located in Shelly Beach.<\/span><\/p>\n

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14.\u00a0\u00a0 Restaurants<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

When hunger strikes, there are lots of great eateries on the KZN mid-South Coast menu. From 5-star dining and award-winning eateries (such as the Cellar in Port Shepstone) to cultural specialties (including Green Chilli Fine Dining restaurant in Shelly Beach and Munchner Haus German restaurant in St Michael\u2019s) through to great takeaway options.<\/span><\/p>\n

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15.\u00a0\u00a0 Ugu Sports & Leisure Centre in Gamalakhe<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Constructed for the 2010 Soccer World Cup, the Ugu Sports & Leisure Centre has provided the perfect space for a number of professional and amateur sports contests. With Level 1 allowing for more sports\u2019 events on the agenda, visitors can get back to enjoying spectator sports such as the recent boxing tournament – \u2018KO COVID\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For more information about USCT, as well as events and activities on the #KZNSouthCoast, download the free \u2018Explore KZN South Coast\u2019 app from Google Play and Apple stores or visit www.visitkznsouthcoast.co.za<\/a><\/u>. USCT is also on social media – follow the \u2018<\/span>South Coast Tourism\u2019<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/u> Facebook page, or @infosouthcoast on Twitter.<\/span><\/p>\n

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With its Blue Flag Beaches, nature reserves, golf courses, sports\u2019 venues, top-class accommodation, dining and retail options, visitors to the #KZNSouthCoast are spoilt for choice. That\u2019s why Ugu South Coast Tourism (USCT) has introduced the #InTheSpotlight feature to highlight the different region\u2019s offerings, with this month\u2019s focus on the KZN Mid-South Coast. \u00a0 \u201cWith our […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8236,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"tdm_status":"","tdm_grid_status":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2519],"tags":[4635,5367,2639],"class_list":["post-8237","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-accommodation","tag-kzn","tag-olivia-jones-communications","tag-south-coast"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8237","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8237"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8237\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8236"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8237"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8237"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/southafricatoday.net\/travel\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8237"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}