Southbroom is the most sought-after locale on the South Coast, yet just a short drive from popular coastal towns like Margate and Port Shepstone—perfect for a day trip of retail therapy or exploring tourist attractions—while still having the peace and pristine comfort of our beach house to come home to.
Local Beaches
South coast
Southbroom Main
Right on your doorstep! Featuring a great surf spot, Granny's Tidal Pool and Imbezane Lagoon - great for stand-up paddle boarding and canoeing
Umkobi Beach
Nearby pristine, quiet beach on the Kaba river mouth, Great for surfing and fishing. No tidal pool or lagoon. Bring your own food - no kiosks.
Marina Beach
Nearby long sandy beach between Southbroom and San Lameer. Marina has as its own collection of tidal pools and has blue flag status.
San Lameer Beach
Nearby relaxing beach with a spacious sandy shoreline, tidal pools, a café, and a seafood restaurant.
Trafalgar Beach
Nearby Blue Flag beach near the Mpanjati Nature Reserve. Great for fishing, swimming, and surfing.
South Coast
Margate Main Beach, Uvongo Beach, Umtentweni Beach, Port Shepstone Beach,
Southbroom Sights and Surrounds
Local Hightlights
Golf
Southbroom Golf Club is one of the most popular courses on KwaZulu-Natal’s lower South Coast and a unique gem in South Africa.
Sanlameer Golf Course offers a demanding 18 hole Championship course or a relaxed 9 hole Pitch & Putt course.
Beaver Creek Coffee Estate
Enjoy freshly roasted local and a selection of global coffees at Beaver Creek. Take the daily crop-to-cup tour to explore coffee flavors and processes. The Estate Cafe, open daily from 8 am to 4 pm, offers delicious meals and freshly roasted coffee throughout the day.
Lake Eland Game Reserve
Explore the stunning Orbi Gorge, cross the 80m suspension bridge, or take a thrilling bungee swing. Enjoy self-drive and guided game drives, zipline tours, 4×4 trails, mountain biking, fishing, and horseback riding.
Mac Banana
Experience the best of Mac Banana with 4 diverse restaurants, including the famous Pancake House. Plus, enjoy 20 thrilling family activities like the rope adventure park, mini-golf, petting farm, obstacle course, quad bike rides, and paintball!
Wild Waves Water Park
Visit Wild Waves Water Park for some of the world’s best water slides, from the thrilling Aqua Loop to the popular Boomerango, and relaxing Lazy River.
Ramsgate Butterfly Valley
For a delightful and educational family experience, visit our Ramsgate Butterfly Valley. Here they breed most of their butterflies, showcasing the entire life cycle and providing an engaging, hands-on learning opportunity.
Riverbend Crocodile Farm
Riverbend, established as one of South Africa’s first commercial crocodile farms, now features a top regional wine selection and an art gallery. For family fun, crocodile education, unique curios, and dining, visit Riverbend Crocodile Farm in Southbroom on the scenic South Coast.
Red Desert Nature Reserve
10km west of Port Edward is the world’s smallest desert. This 200-meter-wide area resembles a miniature Arizona Desert, with striking red soil contrasting the surrounding lush vegetation. Rich in archaeological artifacts, and an internationally protected heritage site.
Shopping
If it’s retail therapy you seek, visit Shelly Centre and South Coast Mall in Margate for the best shopping on the South Coast.