With an abundance of natural resources, from coastal reserves and farmlands to the beautiful ocean, the KZN South Coast is a nature-lover’s paradise. Here are some top outdoor adventures to try out.
It’s easy to reconnect with a significant other by exploring nature on the scenic KZN South Coast – where memorable hikes, sunset swims, and deep-sea diving await.
“It’s time to break the mold this February by showing you care for that special someone with something different!” comments Dr Vusumuzi Sibiya, CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE). “Now’s the time to celebrate your love for each other – and your love for nature – with a completely unique outdoor adventure on the KZN South Coast – where unlimited adventure meets romance!”
Lake Eland Game Reserve (Oribi Gorge).
Ride or drive in nature
For couples wanting a luxurious connection with nature (without too much physical exertion!) there’s the option of a game drive through Lake Eland Game Reserve in Oribi Gorge. This African gem is also home to the thrilling 80m suspension bridge, zipline tour, and great hiking and biking routes.
Venue: Lake Eland Game Reserve, Oribi Gorge
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There’s nothing like a romantic horseback ride along the beach to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Couples can head to Trafalgar Beach, one of the KZN South Coast’s many Blue Flag beaches (boasting the highest number in KZN!) where Selsdon Park Estate offers horseback excursions. These traverse the beaches before heading into farmlands and coastal forests.
Venue: Selsdon Park Estate, Trafalgar
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Shark Cage Diving KZN (Scottburgh).
Dive into an ocean adventure
The KZN South Coast is home to three Marine Protected Areas, two of which – Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks – are considered some of the world’s best dive sites. At Aliwal Shoal, visitors can also get an up-close experience with apex predators of the sea with an epic shark cage diving experience. This safe yet thrilling adventure is run by expert dive operators, Shark Cage Diving _ KZN
Venue: Shark Cage Diving _ KZN, Scottburgh
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Whether it’s a day out fishing, or a romantic boat ride out to view the whales, dolphins, and other marine life, an ocean safari is a great way to spend this Valentine’s! On the KZN South Coast, Offshore Adventures is ready to take visitors out on this truly unique adventure.
Venue: Offshore Adventures, Margate
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Rural adventures
For those looking for something completely different, NPS Adventures on the KZN South Coast has the best outdoor adventure activities to try. The team caters for overnight camping under the stars at their campsite with authentic African cuisine. Then there are great hiking trails to try, quad biking tours, and paintball.
Venue: NPS Adventures, Umzumbe
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Take a hike with the one you love
With an abundance of nature reserves, and some of the best birdwatching in the region, the KZN South Coast is the ultimate hiker’s paradise – and the perfect setting for some romantic reconnection! Committed to developing rural tourism, SCTIE also supports various hinterland hikes that combine the natural beauty of the KZN South Coast with its rich, cultural heritage.
Clear Water Trails (Port Edward)
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Beaver Creek Trails (Port Edward)
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Lake Eland Game Reserve (Oribi Gorge)
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Ingeli Forest Trail (Harding)
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Hoopoe Falls Hiking Trail (Oribi Gorge)
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Mziki Hiking Trail (Oribi Gorge)
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Umzumbe River Trail (Umzumbe)
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Umdoni Park Hiking Trail (Scottburgh)
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Weza Hiking Trail (Harding)
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River Valley Nature Reserve (Margate)
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Celebrate love this February on the KZN South Coast where ocean sunrises and hinterland adventures await! Find out more by visiting the KZN South Coast website; following South Coast Tourism on Facebook; South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise on YouTube; @infosouthcoast on Twitter or Instagram; and South Coast Tourism & Investment Enterprise on LinkedIn.
In a nutshell
KZN South Coast outdoor adventures
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Photos in order of placement: Wild5 Gorge Swing; Lake Eland Game Reserve (Oribi Gorge); Shark Cage Diving KZN (Scottburgh); and Selsdon Park Estate (Trafalgar).
Selsdon Park Estate (Trafalgar).