Port Edward, South Coast

Umtamvuna River Bridge / CH Mitchell Bridge (comment from FACEBOOK)
"Driving down the South Coast of Kwazulu-Natal the last town before the Eastern Cape is Port Edward – passing the town continue on the R61 for a few kilometres and this is what you’ll be greeted by …. Love this view! On the other side of the bridge begins the Pondoland Region of the Eastern Cape and the famous Wild Coast begins on the South side of the Umtamvuna River mouth …. So many wonderful memories."

The Southern most coastal region in KwaZulu-Natal is Port Edward, flanked by the dramatic Umtamvuna River Gorge. From here the beaches stretch on, seemingly forever, into a wild, untamed land. This region encompasses the ideal mix of country and coastal beauty and it’s not surprising that it’s a Moviemaker and Wedding Organiser’s 'paradise'. The Umtamvuna Gorge is also a spectacular adventurer’s playground offering nature trails, wakeboarding, ski boating, stand up paddling and many more adrenaline-fuelled pursuits. Southbroom, on the other hand, offers sophisticated serenity with a central pursuit being golf. Well-known Eco Estate of: 'San Lameer', with its many activities are down the road. Marina and Trafalgar beaches are Blue Flag beaches, offering an endless string of hidden bays and coves to explore. The glorious Mpenjati Nature Reserve is a 66 hectares sanctuary for shy, forest-dwelling blue, red and grey duiker, as well as numerous bird species and a host of vervet monkeys. 'MacBanana' is a stop along the route which will delight moms and kids alike, or why not try horse-riding on the beach or fascinating agricultural tours, such as banana or coffee tours on local farms. This area neighbours the Wild Coast Sun with all its water activities within easy reach. Looking for culture and heritage? Great Drives Out experiences include: 'rural village of KwaNzimakwe to Kwaxolo Caves and for an active cultural experience, take up the 'Wild2SouthCoast Walk'-This 3 or 4 day guided Wild-South Coast Walk, offers an authentic rural and coastal hiking experience starting on the KZN South Coast and ending on the Wild Coast, showcasing natural, cultural and heritage treasures along the way.

Attractions include: village experiences; 3 spectacular river gorges; ancient fossil beds and ship wrecks along pristine beaches, the Wild Coast’s striking red dunes and walks across high green hills above the sea, dotted with homesteads. Gain insight into the rich Zulu and Mpondo cultures of local communities. The 4-day walk starts at Ramsgate’s famous: 'Waffle House' and the 3-day hike at the top of the spectacular Umtamvuna River Gorge with its rich biodiversity, incl. 1 400 flowering plant species with 140 endemic. The hike is organised through: 'WOWZULU, KZN’s'. This is a leading community-based tour operator and offers unique trans-provincial walks. Booking is essential.