Attractions

Amanzimtoti is the Zulu word that means Sweet Waters, which is an excellent description of this KwaZulu-Natal holiday resort situated some thirty kilometers to the south of central Durban. Amanzimtoti is one of the most popular destinations on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast, and offers an excellent range of accommodation. The town has a number of attractions, including a waterworld complete with supertube and tidal pool.

In total there are seven kilometers of beach front where the visitor can enjoy some excellent sea swimming in areas protected by shark nets and lifeguards. This stretch of coast is a firm favorite with anglers and boasts some of the finest fishing spots. In the lagoon one can hire rowing boats and canoes, and there is some excellent birdwatching to be found at the bird sanctuary. In the latter, one can make a thirty minute walk through the forest and enjoy viewing some of the 150 species that make this their home.

A twenty minute trip out to sea from Amanzimtoti lies the Aliwal Shoal, rated by Diver Magazine as one of the world's top ten dive sites. Here you can dive with Tiger sharks and Hammerheads and can see the huge Brindle Bass and several types of Ray.

The picturesque town of Amanzimtoti is situated to the south of Durban. It is ten minutes away from the international airport. The fishing ground, surfing and beautiful stretches of beaches makes this an ideal holiday destination.

Nature lovers would enjoy bird watching, the Japanese Gardens and trails. There are two golf courses nearby for the sport enthusiasts.

There is a waterworld with slides and pools within a hundred metres of the complex. A well lit promenade along the beach provides for safe walking, jogging and cycling.

Durban City Centre 20 km
Drakensberg Mountains 240 km
Sun Coast Casino 20 km
Ushaka Marine World 30 km
Wild Coast Sun 140 km
International Conference Centre (ICC) 20 km
Pietermaritzburg 145 km
Johannesburg 600 km
Durban International Airport 10 km
Main beach & Tidal pool 200 m