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Three lighthouses mark the coastline along the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast in South Africa.
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The charming village of
Port Edward is the southern-most holiday resort on the South Coast,
with flawless and peaceful beaches that invite sunbathing and swimming.
Host to the annual sardine run and surrounded by banana plantations, the village claims to have the smallest desert in the world, "Red Desert".
A miniature version of the Arizona desert,
it measures only 11 hectares
where naked red soil builds a striking contrast to the lush, subtropical vegetation.
With
18 kilometres of coastline and stretches of rolling surf, ideal for surfing,
Port Shepstone boasts unspoiled sandy beaches surrounded by warm waters rich in marine life.
Just outside the town you will find
Oribi Gorge Nature Reserve, a
wonderfully scenic area with a prolific bird life, offering excellent hiking opportunities.
Wildlife in the area consists mainly of antelope
and high sandstone cliffs dominate this 24 kilometres long gorge carved out by the Umzimkulwana River.
Situated on a hillside, with spectacular all round sea views
the town of Umkomaas is a must see on any scuba diving calendar.
The famous Aliwal Shoal
lies buried 5 kilometres out at sea and is home to a
diversity of tropical fish, sharks and magnificent coral reefs. There are also exciting ship-wreck dives available to interested parties. Close by the town, one will find
Vernon Crookes Nature Reserve, a combination of open grassland and coastal forest, which houses a wide range of wild animals and bird species. |
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| From the Editor |
The KwaZulu-Natal South Coast's glorious coastline has long been a favourite summer holiday destination for all age groups.
The golf courses are lush and green and many of the beaches are renowned to be the best in South Africa and have been awarded the Blue Flag Label, an international reward for excellent water quality, safety, service and ecological responsibility.
The mild subtropical climate allows swimming in the warm Indian Ocean all year round and the
warm winter months bring more visitors when the annual sardine run attracts game fish, whales, dolphins and birds, bringing the ocean to life!
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| Yours in Travel |
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| Only 1 1/2 hours from Durban, the tranquil village of Port Edward
is surrounded by subtropical coastal forest and rocky beaches, interspersed with sandy patches, creating beautiful bays. |
The largest town on the South Coast, Port Shepstone was founded in 1867.
Originally a major port, it fell into disuse when the railway line from Durban reached the town. |
At the mouth of the
uMkhomazi (place of cow whales) River lies Umkomaas. The town is home to the famous Aliwal Shoal, attracting scuba divers world-wide. |
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Mammals of Africa |
Plants of Africa |
Birds of Africa |
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The banded mongoose is a social species, occurring in small bands which live and forage together. Their favoured
habitat is coastal bush and riverine forest. |
A subtropical plant, the Hibiscus, can grow almost anywhere. The South Coast is also known as the Hibiscus Coast and these plants are found here, in abundance. |
Synonymous with the sound of Africa, the call of the African Fish Eagle
can be heard near coastal lagoons and estuaries.
Catfish
is their preferred prey. |
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Drinks of Africa |
Foods of Africa |
Culture & Art of Africa |
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An exclusive and superior quality alcoholic beverage,
Sarita is
blended from a medley of four classic apple varieties.
It is available in select (white) and ruby.
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Bananas are an important dietary source of energy in Africa.
The area around Port Shepstone accounts for the bulk of banana production in KwaZulu-Natal. |
Zulus believe their lives are guided by the spirits of their ancestors and
sangomas (medicine people) have special powers to communicate with them.
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