Margate

Margate

Margate is situated on the Kwazulu Natal coastline, 60km South of Durban. Margate forms part of what is known as the Hibiscus Coast. The beaches are long and gradually slopes down into the ocean making this a great swimming beach for families with small children.
The charming scenic towns make up in essence the Hibiscus Coast, a collection of resorts blessed with warm-watered beaches in sub-tropical surrounds.

The river which flows into the sea at Margate is called "Nkhongweni" (place of entreaty) because the original inhabitants were reputed to be so mean that travellers had to beg for hospitality. In 1908, Henry Richardson, an English surveyor laid out the town and named it Margate after another seaside resort on the northern coast of the county of Kent, in the United Kingdom.

It features attractive beaches for swimming, snorkelling, and surfing. Many apartment buildings offer accommodation for residents and visitors. Complemented by a nice shopping street and lots of restaurants, pubs, and nightclubs, Margate is a spot where lots of South Africans and foreign visitors spend their vacation.

What to do in and around Margate:

Clubbing - Margate boasts a few night clubs that are well-known throughout the local community.
Shopping - A few shell and handmade product shops line the main street.
Sunbathing and swimming - there are lifeguards on duty right through the year and Margate boasts blue flag beaches. Shark nets protect the swimming beaches.
Surfing - the waves aren't that big, but you will be able to surf on decent sized waves. The beaches are flanked by rocks and the side wash will pull you towards the rocks.
Coffee Farm - less than 30km out of Margate. Coffee tastings and a tour of the factory and to end the day off lunch at the small restaurant and the opportunity to taste the home grown product. The coffee plantation has been around for more than 5 years.
Gambling - Wild Coast Casino offers patrons various slot and table games, cinema, an upmarket club, various restaurants