01-07-2025
Some South Coast beaches reopen as sardines move offshore
Thirteen beaches along KwaZulu-Natal's (KZN) South Coast have now reopened to the public.
As reported by Travel News Africa , the KZN Sharks Board Maritime Centre of Excellence gave the green light after tracking the annual sardine run and confirming that the bulk of the sardine activity has shifted offshore.
This change has lowered the risk of marine predators near the coast, making the waters safer for swimmers once more.
According to the Sharks Board, current ocean conditions pose minimal risk to beachgoers, allowing these popular coastal spots to reopen just in time for the busy tourist season and school holidays.
The beaches now open for swimming are: Hibberdene
Umzumbe
Banana Beach
Sunwich Port
South Port
Umtentweni
St Michaels on Sea
Uvongo
Margate
Ramsgate
Southbroom
San Lameer
Trafalgar
These spots are known for their clean beaches, lively promenades, great surf conditions, and family-friendly activities, making them key destinations for holidaymakers along the South Coast.
Although the majority of these South Coast beaches have reopened, five beaches remain temporarily closed as a precaution. These include: Umkobi (SYSU)
Glenmore
Leisure Bay
T.O. Strand
Port Edward
The Sharks Board will continue to monitor the sardine run and predator activity in these areas.
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