Sea Vibes

Paradise for ocean lovers

With its warm Indian Ocean offering beach goers adventurous seaside activities throughout the year, Umhlanga Rocks boasts some of the most beautiful beaches including Granny’s Pool and Bronze Beach.   Surfing enthusiasts, deep sea fishermen, beach festival goers, wedding photographers, and holidaymakers all come to enjoy the resort-style lifestyle this stretch of coastline offers.

Best beachfront promenade

Approximately 3kms long, this paved promenade ends at the Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve, by Breakers Resort, and is a favorite for everyone both young and old.  A popular event is the Umhlanga Parkrun that takes place every Saturday morning. With its iconic red and white lighthouse, and the Umhlanga Pier, strolling along the promenade is a great way to take in the fresh air.  The Umhlanga pier was voted by CNN as “The World’s Most Beautiful” in 2014, and the whalebone structure won the SA national award for outstanding engineering.   A

 Location, location, location

Umhlanga Rocks is conveniently located just 20 minutes away from the King Shaka International Airport, a 25-minute drive to Durban Central, and allows for quick access to the M4, M41 and N2 highways. There is an array of amenities in this trendy suburb including Gateway Shopping Centre, Netcare Umhlanga Hospital, Busamed Gateway Private Hospital, Reddam House Umhlanga School, as well as a great selection of gourmet restaurants and bars.  Nearby golf courses and Sibaya Casino offer alternative entertainment options.  The influx of new developments and high-rise apartment buildings across this affluent area clearly signifies its popularity.  On average, the price of a freehold Umhlanga home is R6.5 million, and a 2-bedroom sectional title unit is approximately R3 million.  Every day feels like a holiday here.

Great neighborhood watch system

The Umhlanga Urban Improvement Precinct (UIP) ensures a positive experience for residents and tourists, aiming to improve safety and quality of life in the public areas.  They are continually working with developers and the municipality on the enforcement of construction codes of conduct and general maintenance of public areas.  Private security companies do regular patrols, and most properties are equipped with the latest security measures.