50 m – 5 min Ramsgate & Margate beaches
Blue Flag swimming beaches with warm Indian Ocean water, lifeguards and gentle surf — the safe, protected bathing beach sits right in front of you.
Explore the South Coast
Things to do in Ramsgate & the KZN South Coast
Beaches, waterfalls, whale-watching and warm Indian Ocean days — a sub-tropical playground within easy reach of your patio.
Ramsgate & surrounds
One of South Africa's premier coastal playgrounds
The Shores sits in the heart of the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast — a warm, sub-tropical stretch of beaches and lush coastal forest, minutes from Margate and Shelly Beach.
Swim & surf
Warm Indian Ocean beaches with safe swimming, gentle surf and lifeguards over holidays and weekends.
Fishing & diving
Launch a deep-sea charter or dive the reefs off Shelly Beach, a short drive up the coast.
Whale watching
Humpback whales on their winter migration and year-round dolphin pods from the Ramsgate viewing deck.
Nature & walks
Coastal rambles, the Uvongo waterfall and lush sub-tropical conservancies minutes from your door.
Nearby
Beaches & attractions near The Shores
The best of the South Coast within a short drive — from the beach at your door to waterfalls, reefs and whale-watching decks.
50 m – 5 min 
10 min drive Shelly Beach & fishing charters
Launch a deep-sea fishing charter, dive the reefs, or browse the Shelly Centre’s shops and restaurants a short drive up the coast.
15 min drive Uvongo Waterfall & lagoon
A dramatic 23-metre waterfall spilling into a lagoon and beach — one of the South Coast’s most photographed spots.
5 min drive Whale & dolphin watching
From the Ramsgate viewing deck, watch for humpback whales on their annual migration and pods of dolphins year-round.
Limited apartments · Peak season books early
Your spot by the sea is waiting
Apartments book out fast over the South Coast season. Send us your dates and we’ll hold your place.