Beach KwaZulu-Natal
Margate Beach
A long, warm-water resort beach on the KZN South Coast — the heart of the Hibiscus Coast holiday strip.
Quick Stop
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Trip Role
Quick Stop
Ideal stay
Full day
Best for
Family holidays and social beach life
Our take
The quintessential South Coast holiday beach, for better or worse.
The quintessential South Coast holiday beach, for better or worse.
- Trip Role
- Quick Stop
- Ideal Stay
- Full day
- Time Needed
- 4-6 hours
- Best For
- Family holidays and social beach life
- Go If
- You enjoy a lively, bustling beach with plenty of nearby entertainment.
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Why it's worth your time
The central resort beach of the KZN South Coast, known for its warm water and high-density holiday atmosphere. It is the hub of the Hibiscus Coast's tourism strip.
What we love
The warm, inviting Indian Ocean water.
What to know
It is extremely busy during school holidays; expect crowds.