The Dolphin Coast - KwaZulu-Natal South Africa

The Dolphin Coast in KwaZulu Natal South Africa is an expanse of magnificent beaches embracing the Indian Ocean and a wonderful panorama of waving fields of sugarcane. The Dolphin Coast extends from Tongaat River (Zimbali) in the South to Zinkwazi Beach and the Tugela mouth on the Tugela River in the North. This includes the inland areas, Umhlali and Shakaskraal.

Dophin Coast - KwaZulu Natal South Africa The Dolphin Coast is the playground of the bottle-nose dolphins who are visible all year round and invite you to join them as they frolic their way up the coast.

The dolphins favour the stretch of coastline because of it's relatively clear and shallow water allowing the dolphins to swim close to shore in order to feed.

Surveys of these waters suggest that they are frequented by a school of about 200 dolphins which break up into smaller groups. They are reported to be friendly creatures and will follow boats and surfers.

Whale sharks can also be seen along this stretch of coastline.

Accommodation on the Dolphin Coast

Amakhulu Central Reservations
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Accommodation on the Dolphin Coast
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